Preparing for The Retreat

This is a general guide to help you come prepared for Australian Samba Retreat.

  • Comfortable dance/active wear
    Wear what you would usually wear to a samba class. Things might get pretty sweaty, so you may want to pack a change of clothes for between sessions if you need.

    Comfortable footwear
    Sneakers, dance shoes, samba heels - whatever you feel comfortable dancing in. You are also more than welcome to dance barefoot, in socks or wearing foot thongs - for the afro and somatic movement classes, this will feel especially good!

    The event is taking across two spaces, both with wooden floorboards. These may feel grippy in standard sneakers, so we recommend bringing a few different options along with you to find what’s most comfortable.

    Layers
    Mornings and evenings can be cool. Bring a jumper or jacket for breaks, workshops and downtime.

    Water bottle
    We have 4 big days of workshops and movement. Bring water and any liquids you need to stay hydrated.

    Food (snacks/lunch/dinner)
    If you have not ordered meals, pack food you can eat between sessions so you can refuel properly in between workshops. Burnside Village is directly across the road from the Venue and has a Coles supermarket inside for last minute snacks.

    Notebook and pen
    For any notes you want to take.

  • Festa do Samba outfit
    Festa do Samba is on Saturday 3 October. Bring something to wear for the night!

    Performance items
    If you're part of a performance, bring any costume pieces, makeup and accessories you've been asked to have ready.

    Recovery essentials
    Blister pads, tape, a foam roller or massage ball, and anything else that helps your body recover between sessions.

    Personal items
    Toiletries, a towel, any medication you need.

  • Venue
    Burnside Ballroom,
    Civic Centre City of Burnside
    401 Greenhill Road, Tusmore. Enter from the southwestern side of the Civic Centre car park.

    By car
    It's about a 10-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD. Parking is in the main Civic Centre car park on the corner of Fisher Street and Portrush Road. Please check street signs for parking limits. Car pooling is encouraged.

    By bus
    Several buses run from the city past Burnside Village, right across the road from the venue. Routes 820, 820A and 821 (City to Aldgate), 140 and 144, and 147 (City to Beaumont) all stop there. It's roughly a 20-minute ride from the city. Plan your trip at adelaidemetro.com.au. burnsidevillageburnsidevillage

    Taxi or rideshare
    An easy option if you're staying in the CBD. Ask to be dropped at the Burnside Civic Centre on Greenhill Road.

    Accessibility
    There are 4 accessible parking spaces in the main Civic Centre car park, a safe drop-off area near the entrance, and step-free access into the venue.

  • Aim to arrive early enough to settle in, find your space and be ready to start on time.

    Should you have any questions, check the FAQ page and if not there, please ask them in the relevant WhatsApp groups.

    We can’t wait to dance with you!