# Event Details - **Event Name**: Roots & Rhythm: Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Experience the rich traditions of Caribbean folk dance through movement and storytelling with dance artist Shelly Ann McLeodAbout this EventBehind every beat and every step is a story.This Caribana season, step into the world of Caribbean folk dance and discover the history, culture, and traditions carried through movement.More than learning choreography, this interactive, beginner-friendly workshop explores how dance has long been used to celebrate community, preserve heritage, and express resilience across the Caribbean. Through movement and storytelling, you'll learn foundational folk dance steps while gaining a deeper appreciation for the rhythms and traditions that continue to shape Caribbean identity.Led by Trinidad and Tobago-born dance artist, educator, and choreographer Shelly Ann McLeod, this hands-on experience blends cultural learning with joyful movement in a welcoming environment.Whether you're reconnecting with your roots or experiencing Caribbean folk dance for the first time, you'll leave with new skills, deeper cultural insight, and a greater connection to the stories behind every step.Ticket Price: Pay What You CanSpots are limited - reserve yours today.Meet the Facilitator- Shelly Ann McLeod https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ac0069f0-b8ac-11f1-b7ac-09eee28799fe-rimg-w492-h740-dc181818-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/roots-and-rhythm-caribbean-folk-dance-workshop/100002001060913058 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, dance, Art, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: 524 Oakwood Ave - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Toronto - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: 524 Oakwood Ave - **lat**: 43.6919599 - **long**: -79.4408578 - **full address**: 524 Oakwood Ave, 524 Oakwood Avenue, Toronto, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Roots & Rhythm: Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/129d9615999ab152a9db45e63812ba43d700376fd7d9c69855ccf4c325eab44c-rimg-w1200-h800-dce88808-gmir.jpg?v=1789493607 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Roots & Rhythm: Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop being held? - **A:** Roots & Rhythm: Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 524 Oakwood Ave, 524 Oakwood Avenue, Toronto, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Roots & Rhythm: Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop? - **A:** Roots & Rhythm: Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop is organized by Nia Centre for the Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Roots & Rhythm: Caribbean Folk Dance Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Toronto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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