Live the dance and live the culture

Join us for a transformative two-week workshop led by Germaine Acogny, the mother of contemporary African dance. Held in the coastal village of Toubab Dialaw, Senegal, the workshop for seniors invites participants ages 50 and over to reconnect with their bodies, with nature, and with each other through dance and the sharing of cultural experiences.

A holistic and heartfelt approach

Under the direction of Germaine Acogny, who also serves as the principal instructor, the program focuses on the discovery (or rediscovery) of the body in a context where nature holds a primordial place. All participants, regardless of experience level, learn together as one group — each person evolving at their own rhythm and according to their capacities.

Beyond dance, the workshop is an invitation to live the culture of Toubab Dialaw. Daily life includes:
• Learning how to make local fruit juices with village cooks
• Storytelling evenings and conferences
• Excursions into the bush, walks to the market, singing, walking in the water
• Time to reflect, rest, and be lulled by the rhythms of nature

The activities on offer are equally suitable for men and women, and it is possible to come as a couple, with friends or family, even if they prefer not to follow the whole program.

What to Expect:

• Daily dance sessions with Germaine Acogny and guest teachers
• A welcoming, supportive group of no more than 25 participants
• Full immersion in village life and natural surroundings
• Comfortable accommodations and healthy, local meals
• On-site care including a nurse, traditional masseuse, and nearby clinic

Registration is now open!

Registration deadline: November 1, 2025
Fees: 1 400 € pour 2 semaines | 1 000 € pour 1 semaine
(Les frais comprennent l’hébergement, les repas, les cours et les activités internes)
Questions? Contact us at candidature@ecoledessables.org