LONDON
Yuruparí Grupo Folclórico is a community dance group based in London, founded in 1988 by Xihomara Granados and Jorge Hurtado. Named after a traditional Amazonian celebration, Yuruparí brings people together through the rich traditions of Colombian and Latin American culture. We offer weekly open classes and perform at multiple events across the UK, as well as leading workshops in schools and community settings. Through music and dance, we celebrate the beauty, diversity, and spirit of Colombia.
Yuruparí Grupo Folclórico showcases traditional dances from across Colombia’s diverse regions—from the rhythms of the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, to the highlands of the Andes and the plains of the Llanos. Our repertoire includes styles such as Cumbia, Bambuco, Currulao, Mapalé, and Joropo.
We have performed at countless festivals and cultural events across London, the UK, and Europe—including in Norway, Italy, Spain, and Malta.
Our repertoire includes 19 dances from all regions of Colombia including
Our Latin American programme includes dances from Venezuela, Argentina, Peru, Cuba y México. pics
Since its formation, one of Yuruparí Grupo Folklorico’s aim is to educate people and disseminate the knowledge of the Colombian and Latin American Culture in the UK. Yuruparí had done hundreds of dance workshops in schools, community centres, churches, cultural centres and many other public and private venues to fulfil this aim. We are able to provide dance workshops for all ages and occasions.
We have also choreographed dances for special events or occasions most recently for the Elephant Revealing Day at Castle square and the opening of Colombian Gold Exhibition at the British Museum. Also special choreographies for weddings and Quinciañeras.
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