Toronto 
Events Description
AFRICA VIBES is a workshop series hosted by YENSA Festival, inviting Black Women instructors to share their knowledge of movements connected to the African diaspora with the community.
ROOTED & RISING
YENSA Festival is excited to announce its AFRICA VIBES Fall series: Rooted & Rising! Join us as we welcome Chenise Mitchell, who will guide participants through Jazz and its deep connections to African dance and rhythms, and Lua Shayenne, who has been deeply engaged in intensive training this year and is eager to share her growth and passion for West African dance. This season offers a unique opportunity to LEARN, CONNECT, and CELEBRATE the roots and evolution of dance.
Jazz Grounding with Chenise Mitchell
Join Chenise through a grounding warm up, exploration in connection to jazz music and expressions through the form, with the focus on the black origins of jazz. The class will flow with the level of who is in the room. Be prepared for a unique class as Chenise shares her Jazz journey with you.
Dances & Rhythms of Africa with Lua Shayenne
Lua Shayenne, based in Toronto, Canada, is a dedicated student of traditional Mandé dances and rhythms. Her dance workshops seamlessly integrate song, cultural insights, and live percussion, catering to participants of all skill levels. Through the grounded movement of dances from Africa, Lua Shayenne invites you to celebrate your body as the Temple of the spirit, intimately connected to Mother Earth. Together we explore Breath, Ground, Inner Rhythm and Current.
LEARN MORE about the instructors and REGISTER on our website: https://yensafestival.com/workshops
Who is it for?
All ages
Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $30 – $80
Register for individual workshops, or save money with a 2 or 4 class pass!
*Single Workshop – $30
*2-Class Pass – $50
*4-Class Package – $80
If finances are a concern, please reach out to us!
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Saturday October 25, 2025 to Saturday December 6, 2025
October 25 – Jazz Grounding with
November 8 – Dances and Rhythms of Africa
November 22 – Jazz Grounding
December 6 – Dances and Rhythms of Africa
ALL WORKSHOP TIMES: 2PM – 4PM
Venue & Address
Geroge Brown College, Casa Loma Campus, 146 Kendal Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 1M3
Wheelchair accessible
Free Parking
Street Parking
Paid Parking
There is a paid parking lot across from the main entrance, as well at the end of Kendal Avenue. Some free street parking may be available on weekends. Please read and follow all city streets signs
Accessible by Public Transport
George Brown is easily accessible by TTC –Closest subway station is Dupont.
