Zawadi African Dance & Drum, Inc.

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Zawadi African Dance & Drum, Inc.

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Our mission is to enhance our community through traditional African dance, drum, & history. The School was established in 1994.

Zawadi in Swahili means "Gift", and at Zawadi school we feel that everyone has the gift of dance. The school's greatest aspiration is to develop our youth into being culturally motivated, aware, respectful of themselves, others and most of all our elders.

10/24/2026

Zawadi’s Kwanzaa Bantaba is back!! Come out December 5th and dance with our incredible lineup! The early bird special ends November 28th. We don’t want you to miss out!

10/21/2026

The pop up shop is back! Get some holiday shopping done at our pop up shop November 8th from 11-4pm at Zawadi’s Dance and Drum studio!

09/10/2026

Want to join Zawadi African Dance & Drum for the 2026-2027 dance season? Click the link below or in our bio! Sign ups are open until Sept 14th at 11:59PM!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9MbkhKIRXroDrZKjoDtMmAHx_ZoAimuuxfJlYIDQmQQz-4g/viewform

09/07/2026

NO CLASS TONIGHT IN OBSERVANCE OF THE HOLIDAY.

08/23/2026

Want to be a part of Zawadi’s legacy? Open enrollment is now open for the 2026-2027 dance season. Join using the link below or the link in our bio!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9MbkhKIRXroDrZKjoDtMmAHx_ZoAimuuxfJlYIDQmQQz-4g/viewform?pli=1

07/13/2026

SHE’S BACKKKKK!!!! Starting tonight, Mama Karen is having a summer special of $10 CASH ONLY for all Monday classes this summer! We hope to see you there!

06/15/2026

No class all of June 2026. Class will resume in July. See you then! 🤗

06/13/2026

Meet our performers for Zawadi’s African Dance & Drum 32nd Annual Dance Concert 𝘋𝘦𝘦𝘱𝘭𝘺 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘥!

Meet Ahadu! A gifted and versatile musician, Ahadu has developed a passion for rhythm and performance through years of dedication to the art of drumming. This fall, Ahadu will begin an exciting new chapter at Johns Hopkins University, where they will pursue their academic goals while continuing to grow as a musician and leader.

Feel the energy come to life with Ahadu, TONIGHT at SOPAC!! Ticket sale link in bio or visit https://www.sopacnow.org/events/zawadi-2026/ to purchase your tickets today!

06/12/2026

Meet our performers for Zawadi’s African Dance & Drum 32nd Annual Dance Concert 𝘋𝘦𝘦𝘱𝘭𝘺 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘥!

Meet Yara and Bintu! These talented young dancers bring enthusiasm, creativity, and joy to every performance. Their energy, confidence, and bright spirits make them shining representatives of the next generation of performers, and they look forward to continuing their journey both on and off the stage.

See these two talented young ladies TOMORROW, June 13th at SOPAC!! Ticket sale link in bio or visit https://www.sopacnow.org/events/zawadi-2026/ to purchase your tickets today!

06/11/2026

Meet our performers for Zawadi’s African Dance & Drum 32nd Annual Dance Concert 𝘋𝘦𝘦𝘱𝘭𝘺 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘥!

Meet Mohamed! Mohamed is a dedicated young drummer whose passion for rhythm and music shines through every performance. With enthusiasm, discipline, and a deep appreciation for African culture, Mohamed brings energy and excitement to the stage while representing the next generation of musicians.

Experience the heartbeat of tradition with Mohamed this Saturday, June 13th at SOPAC! Ticket sale link in bio or visit https://www.sopacnow.org/events/zawadi-2026/ to purchase your tickets today!

Address

38 Maiden Lane
Newark, NJ
07102

Website

http://zawadiafricandance.org/

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