join us for an evening samba class exploring brazil's iconic cultural expression and all of the joy, music, and history behind it. shake off the work day, get a great workout in, make new friends, and learn more about the history behind brazil's iconic expression known as samba!
led by georgette bond of unidos atlanta (who has performed in rio's carnaval, nbd) class is $15 for georgette's expertise.
class is $15 for georgette's expertise via the below:
zelle: matria
cashapp: $nikkaduarte
venmo: @bitingankles
or feel free to pay in cash day of.
matria movement
FAQs
athletic wear and athletic shoes or barefoot is perfect!
street parking is plentiful
your spot is not secure without paying for your ticket, so please do so asap as we sold out last time!
please note we will be taking a few short videos/pics for social media, so if you are uncomfortable with that let me know upon arriving at the studio! I (Nikka) will be greeting everyone at the door.
Georgette Bond
Georgette B is an accomplished samba dance instructor, celebrated for her vibrant artistry and deep cultural commitment. She is currently a Passista of Paraíso do Tuiuti under the direction of Alex Coutinho and the Rainha de Escola of Inocentes de Belford Roxo, a prestigious title awarded to her in 2025. Georgette began her samba journey in 2018 as a path of healing and reconnection with the dances of the African diaspora, and her dedication has taken her from online training to Rio de Janeiro, where she has earned positions with renowned samba schools. She is also the co-founder of Unidos Atlanta Escola de Samba and remains dedicated to upholding the cultural integrity of Brazilian samba, training under legendary figures while guiding students to embody the rhythm with respect, authenticity, and joy.