THE ORIGIN PROGRAM
The Origin Program is here to transform the way you dance! This 4-week foundational training program is designed for anyone—from beginners to advanced dancers—looking to master a modern African dance style.
AUGUST
2ND, 9TH, 16TH & 23rd
Le Dance Studios
2 Tandy Pl, London E20 3AS
We offer 12 total hours of quality training, personalised 1-to-1 feedback, exclusive resources, a private training community, and complimentary products to help you achieve your goals.
This season, we’re diving into the world of Coupé Décalé!
About your InstructorS
The Origin Program is led by a powerhouse team of dancers and educators passionate about sharing African dance in its most authentic and empowering form.
Aïsha K & Dlonze are dancers, choreographers, and educators known for their powerful presence and deep knowledge of African and diasporic styles. With years of experience teaching across the UK and internationally, they bring intentionality, care, and clarity to every session. As your resident technique instructor, they’re here to help you build strong foundations and reach your full potential within modern African dance and freestyle.
This edition, we are joined by Cori D, our guest instructor and Coupé-Décalé expert! Cori brings unmatched flavour, precision, and cultural insight to her sessions! She’s definitely not new to the TOP. family and we are thrilled to have her with us!
FAQs
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Not at all. TOP. is open to dancers of all levels, whether you're just starting out or refining your foundation. What matters most is your willingness to learn, grow, and connect with the culture and movement.
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TOP. is designed to train you in modern African dance styles through both technique and freestyle development. Each volume focuses on a specific style — like Ndombolo, Azonto, or Amapiano — depending on the guest teacher or theme. No matter the focus, you’ll always receive quality training, supportive resources, and rich cultural context to ground your growth.
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We currently offer in-person training, but new online options are in the works! Join our mailing list or follow us on social media to be the first to know when digital access opens.
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Yes, we do! We want TOP. to be as accessible as possible. If you'd like to pay in instalments, please email us directly at stepin2afro@gmail.com, and we’ll sort you out with a flexible plan.