London School of Samba

Great beginner percussion and dance classes and a tight, experienced bateria with close ties to Mocidade's school in Rio. Hands down the most welcoming, most fun escola in the UK ;)

My experience at the London School of Samba has always been very pleasant since I joined in 2016. I felt welcome and had lots of fun during both classes and performances. I have found very good friends in there ☺️

A fantastic samba school where everyone is really friendly. I have been dancing with them for 7 years and love everything about the school. Dancing in Notting hill is amazing and we also go to Germany and Brazil to dance . It is very welcoming for beginners and a nice bunch of people, I especially love their queen. She is a fantastic dancer and also an amazing teacher. I really recommend their classes!

I joined LSS in 2019 when I moved to London from overseas. I had played samba with other groups, but I still had/ have alot to learn and have found the teaching fantastic- it’s a very supportive environment to develop your samba skills no matter what level you’re at. I’ve made some lovely friends through LSS. It will always be a ‘home’ for me in London.

Very welcoming group of students, of all ages, sizes and abilities.Quality instructors, teaching authentic Brazilian samba no pé.Encouraging and inclusive environment.An amazing place to start as an absolute beginner and equally if you’re an experienced dancer as there are generally two class and teacher options.

I first started to attend classes in 2007 and have continued to be involved in the samba school ever since. I’d would really recommend if you are new to London and looking for friendships and connections because it helped me as an Australian living in London :)

London school of samba is an amazing place with amazing teachers where you will learn to dance, have fun but most of all make friends.I travel almost every weekends and come back on the evenings of the class. I am exhausted but I almost never miss a class. It is always worth it and I never regret going. It is exhilarating and always puts a smile on my face. It is also a great work out!!!I am a bit shy but there is such a community feeling that the first time I came, the people were so welcoming over there, that I didn’t feel out of place.Wether you feel like dancing or playing batteria, come visit us will be received with open arms and a huge smile.

London School of Samba is warm, welcoming, fun and friendly - but at the same time the standard of dance and drumming are very high - the teachers and 'Mestres' are highly respected on the Samba scene and you'll get great opportunities to develop skills and perform all over London and around the world. Recommended for absolute beginners and experienced Sambistas alike - just turn up!

Regardless of your experience London School of Samba is a community open to everyone. Dance or drumming classes are led by experienced and well respected teachers that will help you to develop your skills. The school is also offering amazing performances that bring Brazilian carnival feeling to any event After being a member for over two years I have just words of praise