Afro Fusion
Makiti Camara
Makiti's unmistakable Afro Fusion style — modern African dance styles, fluidity and the joy of movement.
Workshops
West African Dance Workshops from Guinea & Mali
Mon, September 14 – Sun, September 20
Get ready for an unforgettable experience! September 14–20, 2026 | Leipzig, Germany.
Two outstanding masters of West African dance are coming to Leipzig for an inspiring week filled with music, movement, and cultural exchange.
✨ Makiti Camara returns to Leipzig, bringing the powerful energy of traditional Guinean dance together with his unique Afro Fusion style.
✨ Binkiss Sangaré will teach in Leipzig for the first time, sharing the elegance, expressiveness, and richness of Mali's traditional dances.
🎶 Balafon master and Griot Sory Diabaté will lead balafon workshops and accompany the dance classes live with the captivating sounds of his instrument.
🥁 The musical direction is led by Lancei Dioubate, master drummer and teacher from a renowned Griot family. Through his live percussion, he creates the powerful connection between rhythm and movement, giving every dance its unique spirit.
Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to learn from exceptional artists and immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of West African dance and music. Reserve your spot today!
West African Dance — Guinea
Makiti Camara
The powerful energy of traditional Guinean dance with Makiti Camara — accompanied by live percussion.
West African Dance — Mali
Binkiss Sangaré
The elegance, expressiveness and richness of Mali's traditional dances with Binkiss Sangaré — accompanied by live percussion.
Balafon
Sory Diabaté
Balafon workshops with Griot Sory Diabaté. Instruments can be rented for €5 per session.
Percussion / Drumming — Guinea
Lancei Dioubate
Drumming workshop with master drummer Lancei Dioubate. Instruments can be rented for €5 per session.
Prices
| Workshop | Early bird until Fri, August 28 · current | Regular price from Sat, August 29 |
|---|---|---|
| Afro Fusion (per workshop) | €10.00 | €10.00 |
| West African Dance (per workshop) | €25.00 | €30.00 |
| Balafon (per workshop) | €20.00 | €25.00 |
| Percussion / Drumming (per workshop) | €17.00 | €25.00 |
| Instrument rental (per session) | €5.00 | €5.00 |
Package prices (Early bird until Fri, August 28): 6 × West African Dance = €147.00 · 7 × West African Dance = €169.00 · 8 × West African Dance = €190.00
Program & Registration
Pick your sessions — no account needed. Payment is in cash on site.
Mon, September 14
- 17:30–19:00Balafon· Sory Diabaté
Tue, September 15
- 10:00–11:30Afro Fusion· Makiti Camara
- 17:30–19:00Balafon· Sory Diabaté
Wed, September 16
- 10:00–11:30Afro Fusion· Makiti Camara
- 12:00–13:30Balafon· Sory Diabaté
- 17:00–18:30West African Dance — Guinea· Makiti Camara
Thu, September 17
- 10:00–11:30Afro Fusion· Makiti Camara
- 17:30–19:00Balafon· Sory Diabaté
- 20:00Concert: Sory Diabaté· Sory DiabatéConcert
Fri, September 18
- 10:00–11:30Afro Fusion· Makiti Camara
- 18:40–20:10West African Dance — Guinea· Makiti Camara
- 20:20–21:50West African Dance — Mali· Binkiss Sangaré
Sat, September 19
- 10:00–12:00West African Dance — Mali· Binkiss Sangaré
- 12:20–14:20West African Dance — Guinea· Makiti Camara
- 15:00–16:30Percussion / Drumming — Guinea· Lancei Dioubate
- 16:30–18:30West African Dance — Mali· Binkiss Sangaré
Sun, September 20
- 10:00–12:00West African Dance — Mali· Binkiss Sangaré
- 12:00–14:00West African Dance — Guinea· Makiti Camara
- 17:00Concert: Wontanara LeipzigConcert
Registration with account
You need a Wontanara account to register for workshops — that way you can always see your registrations and payments in your account.