The SAKAD Weekender is SA's 4th Kizomba & Afro Dance Festival, hosted in Adelaide 12th-14th of March 2021. Learn & Experience this great venture of dance. Two full days of workshops, three nights of parties, plus more... Exceptional International & local teachers, with emphasis on connection & Interaction for everyone.
Adelaide ...... Here we go:
The mother dance festival of all festivals is starting!
Taking the lead, setting the pace, creating the vibration and movement of rhythmic energy.
The leading edge of dance and music from its ancient roots in Africa. Authentic. Real. Powerful.
Its aim, to inspire, educate and unite all who seek more in life.
We invite you to experience the spiritual connection of dance movement, and music where we connect as one.
It is time for the Afro connection!
Introducing the power of
*Semba *Kizomba *Tarraxinha *Ginga *Banga *Kuduro *Tribal dance *Afro beats *Drumming + more...
Come LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE and experience The SAKAD Festival, a Member of African dance culture in Australia.©
The SAKAD Family would like to invite you to the 2020/21 South Australian Kizomba & Afro Dance Festival. (The WEEKENDER Edition)
Happening from the 12th to the 14th of March 2021
Join us for an amazing three nights and two days filled with dance, music, laughter, friendship and the common goal of immersing oneself in the bliss of growth through education, knowledge and experience... All for the LOVE of DANCE!
Our 4th Edition promises to be lot's of fun, but still inline with the boutique experience and world class lineup. Workshop attendee numbers are capped, to allow for a quality teacher to student interaction and experience
Our aim is to Grow the Kizomba and Afro Dance scene in Adelaide plus be a part of its growth in Australia and Overseas. We also aim to raise awareness and funds for MND (Motor Neurone Disease), a cause close to our hearts and the reason the festival came to fruition.
Join in and be a part of 'The Festival with Heart!'
INFORMATION:
DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL and It is with a heavy heart and great disappointment that the 2020 SAKAD Festival will have to be postponed until March 2021.
The new dates will be 12th to the 14th of March, with the possibility of Monday being added.
All tickets purchased will be valid for next year. If you have any questions or concerns regarding tickets please call me on my direct number or message me.
I truly hope that you will all join us next year, as we aim to make it the best local Artist Weekender Ever! 🙌🙌🙌
A BIG Thank you to the wonderful and truly professional artists in this year's line up.
You have been just the BEST! 🤗🥰🌻
Thank you to all who have purchased passes and to all who have been involved in any way, your suppot and understanding during this time has been greatly appreciated.
Time to Dust Off, Reset and chin up, the will to dance will never Stop.
Much Love and Blessings,
Marie-Therese Rushwan
SAKAD Festival Director/Organiser
INCLUDED IN FULL PASS:
*All Workshops
*Pre Party Workshop, Shows and Performances
* All Parties
*Saturday Night Dinner
WHAT TO BRING:
*Your dancing shoes, an eagerness to learn and connect with likeminded individuals and most importantly to have fun and a SMILE!
ABOUT THE VENUE:
The Adelaide Rowing Club Function Centre is situated on the Southern Bank of the Torrens Lake (between Morphett Street & King William Street), immediately behind the Convention Centre.
The Clubroom, which is on the first level of the boathouse, commands sweeping views from the Morphett St bridge and Memorial Drive, across to Adelaide Oval to Elder Park, King William St and the Festival Theatre.
Being an active sports club founded in 1882, the clubroom reflects its rich history, with many original photographs dating from the late 1880’s to the present day. Many of the Club’s trophies are on display, some adorning the walls alongside the Club’s ornate “Honour rolls” and its lists of past office bearers.
It is a room full of traditional character, with highlights provided by wood panelling and exposed wooden beams, plus there is a large balcony for outdoor dancing or if you just want to take in the city lights and scenery.
HOTEL ACCOMODATION:
SAKAD RECOMMENDS ADELAIDE PARINGA HOLEL
Adelaide Paringa is the best value hotel in Adelaide and located in a heritage-listed building right in the heart of The CBD. We offer free Wifi in all our spacious and comfortable rooms and our ‘famously friendly’ staff will make sure you have the most enjoyable stay possible.
*Adelaide Paringa is just a 10-minute walk to the Festival Venue, 5-minute walk from the famous Sky City Casino, Rundle Mall and a huge variety of restaurants. It is also within a 10-minute walk of both Adelaide Oval and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide International Airport is only a 15-minute drive away.
PLEASE CONTACT FESTIVAL ORGANISER OR THE TEACHERS YOU ARE TRAVELLING WITH FOR A DISCOUNT OFFER ON ACCOMMODATION
INTRODUCING:
ARTISTS
Andrea Fernandez (Darwin)
Carlos & Amie (Cuba/Adelaide)
Dilhan & Amie (Brisbane)
Jason C White (Sydney)
Jean Mark Agbogba (Ivory Coast/Adelaide)
Kudzi & Claudia (Sydney)
MTR The Artist (Adelaide)
Rob Kizomba (Gold Coast)
Susan Kizomba (Sydney)
ALL ARTISTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE LESSONS ONLY, BY CONTACTING THE FESTIVAL ORGANISER. POA
MUSIC:
Dj's
Dj Mousai (Sydney)
Dj B-Roc (Sydney)
Dj Jim (Kenya)
Dj Alex B (El Salvador)
DJ Dahdah (Adelaide)
SCHEDULE:
*Friday Welcome Party time 8:30pm.
Venue: WAKANDA PLACE MULTICULTURAL BAR
(Dress Code: 'Dashiki Glam)
*Saturday workshops from 9:30am (refer to website) https://www.sakadfestival.com.au/
(Compulsory Registration Forms to be filled before workshops commence).
Dinner & Dance Peformances plus night party times
8pm Dinner ( Full Pass Holders and Artists Only)
9:30pm (All Ticket Holders) Party + Performances
Venue: ADELAIDE ROWING CLUB
(Dress code: ' SUMMER BRIGHT'S')
*Sunday workshops from 10:30:30am
*DARE 2 DANCE (D2D) challenge and Night party time 9:00pm
Venue: ADELAIDE ROWING CLUB
(Dress Code: 'NAUTICAL')
*PLEASE NOTE TIMES AND SCHEDULES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
**PLEASE NOTE ADVERTISED CLOTHING FFOM NON SAKAD EVENTS OR OTHER SCHOOLS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
TIMETABLEPLEASE
https://sakadfestival.com.au/SAKAD-Festival-Timetable-2020.pdf
TICKETS / PRICES
FULL PASS (Friday/Saturday/Sunday all inclusive)
Includes:
All workshops, pre party shows and performances, Saturday night dinner and all Parties.
*EXTENDED 1st Release $199 ends 14/02/21 (ONLY 30 AVAILABLE)
*2nd Release $229 ends 28/01/21
*3rd Release $259 ends 11/03/21
SATURDAY & SUNDAY WORKSHOP PASSES (DAY CLASSES ONLY)
*$140 Saturday
*$140 Sunday
(Does not include dinner, night shows, Performances or parties)
NIGHT PASS
*$75 Three Night Party Pass included Shows, Performances, Sunday Pre Party Workshop, and Parties (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
*$30 Friday Night Pass
*$35 Saturday Night Pass
*$25 Sunday Night Pass (Includes Pre Party Workshop)
TEE SHIRTS
*$35 (PLEASE MESSAGE ORGANISER WITH YOUR SIZE ONCE YOU HAVE MADE YOUR PURCHASE)
PLEASE NOTE: ORDERS AND SIZES MUST BE PLACED BY MARCH 5TH 2021
SPONSORS AND EVENT PARTNERS
MTR The Artist
AACE Festival
Sydney International Afro Kizomba Festival
Out in The Paddock
Flowers by Rita
Juice Dijital
GK Global Keratin
Slowa Eva (Photography)
Feeling Good Afro Dance and Design
