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African Heritage UK (AHUK) was set up to continue the legacy of African people’s dance in the UK through education and training. We exist to raise the profile of African dance as an integral part of the UK’s cultural sector and creative industries, and have developed an agency to promote and employ artists with skills in African & Caribbean dance and music.

Live performances

Live performances

African Heritage UK delivers exhilarating performances with creative direction, artistic vision and stunning choreography.

We are sure to leave a long-lasting impression on our clients and the audience with proficient, captivating, high energy performances.

Live performances

TV AND FILM

Whatever the engagement, we work directly with our clients to develop and create ideas, making sure to exceed entertainment requirements and thrill our audiences.

Preparation is key in everything we do. We ensure that our members are professional and that we are strategic in our approach.

TRAINING

TRAINING

Our masterclass sessions provide you with experience, technique and background of African and Caribbean dance and music, delivered by some of the most experienced practitioners in the field.

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

African Dance is well known for it’s numerous health & wellbeing benefits such as increased circulation and flexibility. Our Afro-Aerobics classes offer a warm and friendly atmosphere to exercise, socialise and have fun.

Maybe the gym workouts aren’t for you… or you want to start or continue your fitness journey with something a little different. We enable you to connect with your bodies and the drum with a mixture of traditional African and Caribbean movements; creating an overall feeling of wellbeing. Sessions include a warm-up, constant movements and a cool-down. We make sure to break down movements so you are never left behind!

This class doesn’t focus on dancing ability; we want to improve fitness levels and have fun. Suitable for all ages, all you need is a positive spirit!

PRIVATE FUNCTIONS

Whatever the occasion, we can tailor an exciting package that is suitable to your needs and that will deliver an event to remember.

‘POP UP’ DANCE GROUP

Our ‘pop-up’ dance group is a collaboration of some of the best talents in our roster. They perform and showcase authentic traditional African dance pieces nationally, to increase our reach to a wider audience.

Special Olympics Opening Ceremony (2017). Sheffield United’s football stadium

Ugandan Masterclass, Connecting Communities Festival (2021)

Masterclass - Togo Atsia dance in celebration for International Women's Day

Filming - Academy Award winner John Ridley & Idris Elba's 'Guerrilla’.

Music video - London singer-songwriter Mide’s “All over the wire”.

On set with Menelik Shabazz, for his feature documentary 'Pharaohs Unveiled.'

Family drumming class, Pineapple Studios

Elephant Park Festival (2021)

One Dance UK - Re:generations International Conference, Birmingham

Afro-aerobics at Morning Star Investment Banking (2021) - Private booking

Lambeth Country Show. Hosted by Tree Shepherd at the Forest Enterprise Network

MEMBERSHIP

Members of AHUK are entitled to 10 technique training sessions per year, administrative support for bookings (e.g. contracts and itineraries), and a profile on our website. Sessions will be delivered by CEO Judith Palmer MBE, or a member of AHUK/professionally commissioned artist. The aim of the technique training is to enhance your skills as practitioners of African and Caribbean cultural dance styles, as well as to set repertory for our ‘Pop-up’ performance group.  As your agent, it is our job to raise your profile as a professional practitioner.

 

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