Now it's even more comfortable

New APP for Mobile and Tablet

Now you can follow your favorite classes in a much easier and more comfortable way using the new app available on the Apple Store and Google Play Store


Video Lessons Already Available

Have a look at the structure of your academy.

    1. Watch First

    2. New APP available

    1. IMPORTANT UPDATES 2023

    1. C1 - Welcome

    2. C1 - Road Map

    3. C2L1 - Couple Position and Posture

    4. C2L2 - Basics

    5. C2L3 - Combine the Basics

    6. C2L4 - Explore the Music

    7. C2L5 - Leading & Following

    8. C3L1 - Man Saíad and Lady Saída

    9. C3L2 - Contratempo Turn

    10. C3L3 - Vírgula

    11. C3L4 - Combo 1

    12. C3L5 - Combo 2

    13. C4 - Kizomba Roots

    14. C4 - Musicality

    1. Kizomba Men Styling 1

    2. Kizomba Lady Styling 1

    3. Kizomba Partner Work 1

    4. Kizomba Men Styling 2

    5. Kizomba Lady Styling 2

    6. Kizomba Partner Work 2

    7. Kizomba Men Styling 3

    8. AfroHouse Combo Extra Lesson

    9. Kizomba Ladies Styling 3

    10. Kizomba Partner Work 3

    11. DOWNLOAD - Kizomba Men Styling (Do it with me 1)

    1. Intro

    2. Kizomba Walking [Counting & Explanation]

    3. Kizomba Walking [with music]

    4. Kizomba Dynamics Full Body [Counting & Explanation]

    5. Kizomba Dynamics Full Body [with music]

    6. Kizomba Tempo Variations [Counting & Explanation]

    7. Kizomba Tempo Variations [with music]

    8. Kizomba Footwork Exercise [Counting & Explanation]

    9. Kizomba Footwork Exercise [with music]

    1. Septemeber 2023 Live Q&A

About this course

  • €29,00 / month with 7 day free trial
  • 333 lessons
  • 270 hours of video content

More than online classes

With my subscription, I have access to a video library with Kizomba, Semba and Tarraxinha couple and solo classes with content of several techniques, style, musicality and much more, as well as exclusive access to a community where I will have access to new content and support.

  • Available Anywhere

    You just need an username, a password and internet connection.

  • No Commitment

    You can cancel your subscription anytime from your dashboard account. Simple as that.

  • Live Chat with Us

    Every week we will be live to answer questions and receive suggestions about what you want to learn more.

  • Recorded Lessons

    Learn and practice at your own pace, watching the lessons replay the number of times you need. More than 300 video lesson available and growing the number.

  • New Classes

    New classes available every week. Kizomba Ladies | Kizomba Men | Kizomba, Semba and Tarraxinha Partner

  • Private Community

    Access to a private facebook group, where all the students share questions and achievements with direct access to us.

Starting at 29€ per month

Monthly Subscription or Save Money with Annually Subscription. Both options give access to all content.

Frequently Asked Questions

if you still have questions click on the help button

  • I don't have a dance partner. Is this also for me?

    Yes!!!! Of course it is. You can find solo exercises for leaders and followers. Also the couple exercises have specific explanations for both leaders and followers. When you have the chance to dance with a partner, you will be much more ready to enjoy.

  • Only 29 € a month for all this?

    Yes, it is true! More than 100 video Lessons and Weekly New Lessons that you can attend Live or watch Later🤩

  • What is the difference between the monthly payment and the annual payment?

    In the annual payment, you will have access to two free months. 12 month access with payment of just 10 months.

  • When can I cancel the Subscription?

    It is up to you. Just go to your dashboard and press the Cancel Subscription button. No explanations are needed. You can come back whenever you want

  • Do I have teachers support?

    Yes of course. You can ask all your questions during the live classes. You also have the private community on Facebook, where Paula and Ricardo are very active. In addition, in each lesson, you will find a place to ask questions about that specific lesson.

  • I'm an instructor, can I use the Academy content to teach?

    YES, of course. We will feel very honored if you use what you learn here with your students. This is an amazing working tool for instructors.

Meet your Instructors

Teaching dance with passion for more than 20 years.

Paula Loureiro

Paula Curriculum Co-founder of the company and dance school ALC DANCE STUDIOS. She started her career in fitness and salsa in 1989. She was national champion in aerobics, doubles, in 1992. Teaching kizomba classes since 2001. Co-creator of a teaching methodology targeting international interest with teacher training courses since 2013 where more than 500 people from 5 continents were present. Currently, together with Ricardo Sousa, he runs 2 schools in the city of Porto with more than 1000 students (adults and children), a theme bar called Muxima bar, 2 international festivals (Ta Fixe Kizomba Festival and DMAES Summer Bootcamp) and travels the world for festivals as a teacher and dancer. Teaching ladies styling kizomba classes (Kizomba Flow in ALC methodology) since 2008 for the first time in the first edition of the Africadancar Festival. Nominated and awarded for various dance awards as teachers and dancers receiving a career award at the prestigious Berlin Salsa Congress festival.

Ricardo Sousa

- Started the study in African Dances in 1999 - Constant training with the best teachers from the most diverse dance disciplines, both nationally and internationally. - Creation, together with Paula Loureiro, of the Afrolatin Connection School and Dance Company in September 2005 - Creation, together with Paula Loureiro, the thematic Bar and the Muxima Bar Show House in August 2006 - Currently managing partner of DMAES, Shows and Events, which houses the brands ALC Dance Studios®, Muxima Bar® as well as the organisation of several International Dance Festivals - Creation, together with Paula Loureiro, of the ALC Dance Studios methodology for Latin and African Rhythms - In 2013 the Kizomba Teachers Training Project started, where more than 500 people from all over the world invested in training for the study and use of this teaching method for Kizomba - Best Portuguese Teachers in 2007 and 2008 and Best Portuguese Show in 2009 by TOP Dance Awards - Nominated for best choreographers at the I Portugal Dance Awards in the World Dances category. - Official jury of the Afrikaans Kizomba World Championship - Lifetime Salsa Award in 2017 by Berlin Salsa Congress - 2015 creation of the international choreographic project ALC HugDance, together with Paula Loureiro. - Dancer and guest professor at international festivals on 5 continents.

Paula & Ricardo ALC Dance

Paula & Ricardo have been dancing together since 2000. In 2005, they co-founded Afrolatin Connection, a dance company and academy based in Porto, Portugal, quickly becoming reference instructors in the global Kizomba and Semba scene. For over a decade, they were invited to teach, perform, and judge in some of the most prestigious festivals and competitions worldwide. In 2010, they launched DMAES – Espetáculos e Eventos, alongside João Paulo Duarte, expanding their vision through three main areas: – ALC Dance Studios®, their in-person school with over 1,000 active students and 150 weekly classes – Muxima Bar®, a cultural social nightclub – And the production of major events such as Ta Fixe Kizomba Festival and DMAES Summer Bootcamp In 2013, they created the KTT – Kizomba Teachers Training, a certified methodology now delivered in four levels, available both in live and online formats. More than 500 instructors from around the world have studied their pedagogical approach, which emphasizes structure, roots, and cultural awareness. In 2015, they launched the ALC HugDance project, bringing together national and international performance teams under their choreographic guidance. They’ve received several awards including Best Portuguese Teachers (2007, 2008), Best Portuguese Show (2009), and were nominated for Best Choreographers at the Portugal Dance Awards. In 2017, they were honored with the Lifetime Salsa Award at the Berlin Salsa Congress. ⸻ 🌍 From Global Stages to Local Legacy & Digital Impact Following the global pandemic, Paula & Ricardo decided to pause their international touring to focus on building a stronger local foundation and expanding their digital education platforms. Today, their content is available worldwide via elearn.alcdance.pt, where students and teachers alike can access a full library of on-demand classes, structured programs, and certification paths. They continue to lead with authenticity, experience, and a deep love for African dance culture — empowering others to learn, teach and grow through Kizomba, Semba and Tarraxinha.

Students Feedback

“All the knowledge u are gonna get is amazing ”

Magda Reyes - U.S.A

“It's the best you can do, if you really want to dive into the dance and learn more about Kizomba it's roots, the tradition etc. You do not only improve your dance, but also do a lot for your personality, confidence etc. ”

Larissa Ziegler - Switzerland

“Knowledge that is tested by experience, has a structure, and you are unlikely to get it anywhere else in such a concentration, you can improve without leaving home”

Koltsov Nikita - Russia

“It is a very complete course that will teach you about the basic of kizomba & semba, different steps and routines, ginga for men and women, styling for men and women, musicality, exercises to improve your balance, understand your body weight, move your bunda and how to enjoy each step and smile with your body as you do it :) ”

Patterson - Canadá

“I wanted to thank Paula & Ricardo a lot for the webinar about musicality. It was very informative and I learned some new study I didn’t know before, for example that the term Kizomba music existed already before the influence of Zouk.”

Fabian Dre

“Fun & useful with good teachers”

Joke & Jurjan - Netherlands

“You will be drowned in information in all level. All this information represents everything you need to evolve your own kizomba world. ”

Pika Tchong - France

“You guys gave me so much since I've met you, energy, time, information and your heart. Thank you for everything you do and give to me and the community! Just did the lesson and it was awesome! 😁 I liked how everything was explained in the detail, how we started slowly then speed things up, the structure, that at the beginning of the class we practiced the most difficult part. The choreography looks great! Thank you! 🙏”

Gabor Laszlo - Hungary

“High professionalism in teaching, great ability to communicate the baggage of experience of over 20 years in the execution and teaching of "DANCE" (I mean in a general sense not only in Kizomba) that are of extreme help in setting up my courses. VERY GOOD, BEAUTIFUL and VERY NICE masters !!!”

Rita Panusa - Italy

“School gives new useful knowledge, it is applicable in dance life and opens up my new opportunities. Feedback from teachers is especially valuable to me.”

Tatiana Gaponova - Russia