The International Samba Congress (ISC) is a global organization dedicated to the promotion, preservation, and celebration of samba culture. Established in 2016, the ISC brings together dancers, musicians, educators, and enthusiasts from across the world to share, learn, and celebrate the beauty of samba in all its forms. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer, a novice learning the rhythms, or simply passionate about Brazilian culture, ISC provides a space for everyone to engage and grow in this rich tradition.
We believe samba is more than just a dance or a genre of music—it’s a powerful cultural expression that unites people across borders. Our initiatives focus on education, performance, and cultural exchange to ensure that samba remains vibrant for future generations.
To inspire, empower and support community groups of Brazilians and non-Brazilians dancers and musicians who are dedicated to the Samba and Brazilian Cultures, promoting a sense of belonging, identity, and expression.
We believe deeply in the power of samba to enrich Brazilians and non-Brazilians alike.
We believe in the value of community and collaboration
We value samba’s power to build strong community connections
We believe there is real strength in cultural diversity
We are devoted to sharing the essence of Brazilian culture
We aim to spread awareness and honor samba’s African roots
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We organize annual congresses, workshops, festivals, and online events designed to enhance knowledge and skills in samba. Our programs include:
From beginners to pros, our workshops teach samba no pé, samba de gafieira, samba de roda, and much more.
We open doors for dancers and musicians to perform worldwide, sharing samba’s beauty with diverse crowds.
Through our events, we connect samba communities worldwide, sharing ideas, skills, and culture.
We offer engaging weekly online classes for all levels, bringing samba to your home.
Samba is a healing culture system that promotes a sense of belonging and community, helping people heal deep-seated wounds.
Whether you want to learn samba, teach it, or perform, the ISC provides opportunities for everyone to get involved. Together, we can ensure that samba continues to inspire and connect people worldwide.
