Join us in bringing the joy of forró to Cornwall and growing a community of dancers.

Upcoming & Ongoing Forró Sessions

Brazilian Forró – Introduction to Basic Steps, Rhythm & Turns

No partner necessary. Leading and following are open to all genders.

A welcoming introduction to the joyful Brazilian partner dance of forró for total beginners and curious movers alike.

What is Forro

Forró is both a music genre and a social partner dance that comes from the Northeast of Brazil.

Music: Rooted in rural traditions, it blends accordion, zabumba (a type of bass drum), and triangle to create a rhythmic, driving sound. Styles like xote, baião, and arrasta-pé shape the mood, from slow and romantic to fast and festive.

Dance: Typically danced in pairs, it moves between close embrace—echoing tango with playful, syncopated footwork and spins and turns like Salsa. It’s quickly accessible to beginners and allows for rich improvisation which is why the dance continues to develop as it is influenced by other styles.

Culture: More than entertainment, Forró is tied to community life and regional identity in Brazil. It’s danced in village squares, and urban clubs, bringing together people across generations.

Its inclusive, joyful spirit has helped it spread worldwide, with forró communities growing across Europe and beyond.

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And now Barefoot embrace is inviting you to spread the joy of forro in Cornwall

Some examples of forro