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Aché Y Candela 2026

Madeline Rodriguez & Mario Charon in Strasbourg

After the wonderful time we shared last June, Madeline Rodriguez and Mario Charon are returning to Strasbourg for a new edition of Aché Y Candela. On Saturday, 21 November 2026, Candela Strasbourg invites you to a day dedicated to Cuban dance, music and culture, with four afternoon workshops followed by a big Cuban salsa night at the Blue Note Café.

Madeline Rodriguez and Mario Charon

Madeline and Mario know Candela Strasbourg well: for several years, they were the godmother and godfather of our Rumba Y Candela festival. We are therefore particularly delighted to welcome them back to Strasbourg to once again share their experience, teaching skills and passion for Cuban culture.

Trained in Havana, Madeline Rodriguez has extensive experience in Cuban dance. With elegance and energy, she teaches Cuban salsa, son, rumba and Afro-Cuban dances.

Originally from Santiago de Cuba, Mario Charon is appreciated for his style, musicality and commitment to Cuban dance traditions, particularly son and Cuban salsa.

Four workshops exploring Cuban and Afro-Cuban dance

The afternoon offers an opportunity to explore four different worlds, ranging from popular dances to Afro-Cuban traditions:

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Rumba Guaguancó
3:05 pm – 4:05 pm: Son Cubano
4:10 pm – 5:10 pm: Afro Eleguá
5:15 pm – 6:15 pm: Rumba Columbia

The workshops are open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer.

Workshop venue

École Krimmeri – Salle d’évolution
18-20 rue de l’Extenwoerth
67100 Strasbourg

Trams A and E: Krimmeri Stade de la Meinau stop
Parking available

Prices and registration

Full workshop pass: €50
Single workshop: €20

Please note: prices will increase from midnight on 12 November.

Tickets are available online via Weezevent.

A 100% Cuban salsa night at the Blue Note Café

After the workshops, Aché Y Candela continues on the dance floor. From 9:00 pm until 2:00 am, join us at the Blue Note Café for a Cuban salsa night with DJ Don Juan.

On the programme: a selection of Cuban music chosen for dancing and for carrying the energy of the day into a festive and friendly evening.

Admission to the evening is free.

Blue Note Café
1 Place Dauphine
67000 Strasbourg

Aché Y Candela: dance, learn and share

Above all, Aché Y Candela is an invitation to discover and share different expressions of Cuban culture. From guaguancó to son cubano, from Eleguá to columbia, and from workshop practice to the dance floor, the day offers an opportunity to explore several facets of a world in which music, dance, history and culture are intimately connected.

We are delighted to welcome Madeline Rodriguez and Mario Charon back to Strasbourg and to share this new day with you.

Aché Y Candela: Cuban culture, dance, sharing… and above all, plenty of aché!

Information on the Facebook event

Candela y pica pica – M&M

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🔥 Candela Y Pica Pica – Workshops and party on June 27, 2026 🔥

It’s going to be hot!

Our teachers:
– Madeline Rodriguez
– Mario Charon Alvarez

Our DJs:
– Samir Pastaguero
– Don Juan

🕓 Workshop schedule:

14h-15h : Son Cubano
(Madeline & Mario)

15h10-16h10 : Rumba Guaguacanco
(Madeline & Mario)

16h20-17h20 : Afro Yemaya
(Madeline)

17h30:18h30 : Estilo Cubano
(Mario)

🎫 Online tickets: https://my.weezevent.com/candela-y-pica-pica-stages-soiree

⏱️ Our workshop schedule is online in the event.
👉 https://fb.me/e/7lrsrYXCU

Cuba at the Opera

Candela at the Opera

Saturday, March 21
SALSA EVENING
100% CUBAINE

FREE EVENING FROM 8 PM TO 10:30 PM
with DJ DON JUAN

OPÉRA NATIONAL DU RHIN (SALLE BASTIDE)

Beginners’ class for all ages from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (€6)

Opera National du Rhin, Opéra d’Europe – Festival Arsmondo Îles

 

As part of the Arsmondo Îles Festival, organized by the Opéra national du Rhin, the association Candela Strasbourg is delighted to represent the island of Cuba with a 100% Cuban salsa evening.

📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026

📍 Salle Bastide – Opéra de Strasbourg

In the Salle Bastide, an elegant and welcoming space at the heart of the Strasbourg Opera House, perfect for a Cuban immersion.

Two events open to everyone aged 18 and over:

🕖 7:00–8:00 pm – Beginner Cuban Salsa Class

A class accessible to everyone, even if you have never danced before. No partner is required: we guide you step by step in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

🕖 8:00–10:30 pm – Cuban Salsa Dance Party

Let the party begin! Extend the experience with a dance evening inspired by the spirit of Havana. DJ Don Juan will be on the decks, taking you on a journey through essential Cuban sounds and hidden gems that will keep you dancing until the end of the night.

Class: 7:00–8:00 pm (Fee: €6 – Open to all)

Party: 8:00–10:30 pm (Free entry – Open to all)

To keep you refreshed, the Opera café bar will be open for the occasion.

Come learn, practice, or simply enjoy the atmosphere, and celebrate Cuba with Candela Strasbourg at the Opéra national du Rhin.

Dida – Candela y picapica

Important: class organization
• Rumba (14:30–15:30): partner class.
• Salsa con afro (15:45–16:45): solo class.
• Reggaeton (17:00–18:00): solo class.

⚠️ Payment for single classes will be made directly on-site.

Dida y Candela

 

News

le team, le staff

Candela – ¡Con sentimiento y corazón!

Dida Workshops 29.11.25

1) Rumba : 14h30-15h30
2) Salsa Con Afro : 15h45-16h45
3) Reggaeton: 17h-18h

Ecole Krimmeri
139 B Avenue De Colmar
67100 Strasbourg

Billeterie Weezevent

Soirée Blue Note Café 20h30
#SalsaCity

Dj Don Juan
Entrée Libre

Info: Chara : 06 85 66 01 79
Thomas : 06 64 11 29 03
Page FB Candela Strasbourg

What we love:

There’s something for everyone! !

We love to dance — to connect origins and passion through a rich network of musical sounds.

 

FB announcement

We also love:

We love to party!

And to share our passion for Cuban culture by inviting dancers and musical styles from all around the world..

Come to the Candela workshops!

#SalsaCity

After the workshop… SalsaCity S4E8!!!

at the BlueNote Café

Tickets for the November 29 workshop with Dida 🔥🔥🔥

 

Salsa con Afro, rumba and reggaeton classes.

 

⚠️⚠️⚠️ Payment for single classes will be made directly on site.

https://my.weezevent.com/workshops-candela

Dance, passion and authenticity: with Dida (Instagram @didad2id2a), every step becomes an experience.

The Candela Strasbourg association is delighted to welcome Dida, a dancer and teacher renowned for her energy, pedagogy and unique style.

Trained in both hip-hop and Afro-Cuban dances (rumba, afro, reggaeton…), she has danced with Yoannis Tamayo’s troupe Okan Yoré. Today, she regularly appears on the international festival scene, where she shares her art with passion and generosity.

On the program for this afternoon full of rhythms and emotions:

🕓 14:30 – 15:30: Rumba
Dive into the essence of Afro-Cuban dances with rumba, its powerful rhythms and unique expressiveness.

🕓 15:45 – 16:45: Salsa con Afro
Discover the fusion between salsa and Afro-Cuban dances to enrich your dance with style and cultural depth.

🕓 17:00 – 18:00: Reggaeton
End the day in style with a session full of energy and fun to Cuban urban beats.

🔥 A workshop open to all levels: whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, it’s the perfect opportunity to improve, have fun and share a unique moment.

📍 Location: École Krimmeri – 139B Avenue de Colmar, 67100 Strasbourg
🚋 Just a 2-minute walk from the Krimmeri Stade de la Meinau tram stop
📅 Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
💃 Guest instructor: Dida

💰 Prices:

  • €40 Full Pass (3 classes)
  • €30 Full Pass (3 classes) for members of the Candela association
  • €15 for 1 class

✨ Additional info:
A 100% Cuban salsa party will take place at the Blue Note Café (indoors) in the evening from 8:30 p.m. 🎶💃🕺

✨ DJ Don Juan

Come discover Dida’s world and share an unforgettable afternoon (and evening!) celebrating Cuban dance and culture! 🔥

Baila con Candela

Le 16 et 17 février 2019…C’était magique
Les réactions de la communauté, le team, les Maestr@s, les danseuses et danseurs , tous les commentaires post-Baila con Candela sur notre Page FaceBook candela.strasbourg 

Les Album photo, les vidéos, et les commentaires sont là pour revivre ce week-end de rumba y salsa…
Mais la réalité ne peut pas être enregistré. Pour le vivre il faut y aller !!!

¡Quien lo vive es quien lo goza!

Aché y Candela Stage!

Baila con Candela

Stages et soirée Salsa. Salle du Cercle – 2b, rue de l’église, 67800 Bischheim

 

Stages

Aliuska Barrientos, Atocha et Jimi Jacks

 

Musique DJ’s

Jimi Jacks, Chaib, Philippe Baptista et Jay (Radio RyC)

Le programme Baila con Candela

Hello !!!

Nous avons l’énorme plaisir de vous inviter le 16 et 17 février à BAILA CON CANDELA !!!!

Un festival où on retrouve l’équipe Candela et ses amis, où on retrouve l’ambiance familiale strasbourgeoise que vous connaissez tous.

Un honneur d’avoir comme professeurs : Aliuska, Jimi Jacks et Atocha s’il vous plait !!! (le programme des stages est déjà là), préparerez-vous car il y aura de la grande qualité et petit bonus un cours de percussions – nombre limité de participants !!!

Aux platines les incontournables DJ Jimi Jacks et Chaib mais aussi …. Vous connaissez tous Radio RyC Jay et Philippe !!!! BAILA CON CANDELA !!!

Con sentimiento y corazon.

Programme

Voici le programme des stages de Baila con Candela avec Aliuska, Atocha et Jimi Jacks !!!!!

SAMEDI 16 Février
14h30 – 15h30 Reggaeton / Aliuska
15h45 – 16h45 Columbia / Atocha
17h00- 18h00 Salsa con Rumba / Aliuska, Jimi Jacks
18h15- 19h15 Son / Aliuska, Atocha

DIMANCHE 17 Février
12h15-13h15 Oggun / Aliuska
13h30-14h30 Salsa con Afro / Aliuska, Jimi Jacks
14h45-15h45 Percussions / Atocha (Places limitées)

 

 

Aché y Candela Stage!

Tarifs

Full pass avec un cours de persussion* : 60 euros (places limitées pour ce cours)

Full pass sans le cours de persussion : 50 euros

*Nous avons mille bonnes raisons pour faire ce cours de percussion mais nous nous limiterons à lister quelques-unes :

 

  • Pour mieux danser !
  • Parce que Atocha « tiene la clave » !
  • Pour danser la musique cubaine au rythme de la clave.
  • Musicalité ! Pour danser en accord à la musique sous l’impulsion des percussions et reconnaître les variations : Salsa, Son, Rumba, …
  • Parce que les percussions sont pour la musique cubaine l’héritage culturel africain.
  • Pour s’amuser !