Roc Kizomba is your new home for all things kizomba in the Rochester, NY area! What is Kizomba you ask? Our classes will take place at a NEW location on Sundays.
Check out this page for information about what kizomba is, where to learn how to dance it in Western NY, upcoming social events, and for events occurring in surrounding areas! Roc Kizomba is a new group designed to get the Western NY area involved in the amazing dance of Kizomba. Kizomba is an African rhythm, developed in Angola in the late 70s. The dance and music are a result of an evolution: yo
04/30/2026
Intro to Kizomba is here 🔥
Ready to try something new or finally step into the world of Kizomba? This is your starting point. We’re building from the ground up—focusing on connection, flow, and the foundations that make this dance feel so good. No experience needed, just come ready to learn and be part of something special.
Join us 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursday of May
🕖 7–8PM
📍 Elevate Dance Center
Come see what we’re building in Rochester.
02/26/2026
Kizomba Social – Thursdays at Elevate
Starting the first Thursday in March
Weekly Kizomba is back.
We’re creating a dedicated space to grow, practice, and reconnect with the music and community — no long-term commitment, just consistent dancing.
7:00–7:30 PM – Intermediate Kizomba Lesson (drop-in)
7:30–9:30 PM – Social Dancing
$10 entry
This is for the dancers who used to come every week and want that consistency again.
For those who want real practice time to improve.
For anyone who simply misses the vibe.
Zouk dancers are absolutely welcome — we’ll include Zouk-friendly tracks throughout the night.
This is not a progressive series.
This is not beginner basics every week.
This is a weekly Kizomba Social for dancers ready to develop and actually dance.
Let’s bring Thursdays back.
02/12/2026
Workshops this Thursday the 12th and next Thursday the 19th from 7-9pm at
02/07/2026
Kizomba workshops this February! We have 2 special two hour sessions this week and next. Join us !
11/28/2025
Our December Social Calendar is HERE! ✨💃🏽
Screenshot it, save it, and share it with your crew — December is filled with some amazing socials across Rochester!
Whether you’re looking to dance, connect, or celebrate the season, we’ve got the events to make your month unforgettable.
See you on the dance floor! ❤️🔥
09/29/2025
October dance events coming your way !! Screenshot and save for future reference! ( kizomba rooms for the studio social AND Lovin Cup!)