Sanctuary is a multi-day celebration of Brazilian Zouk, bringing dancers together from across Australia and beyond. Train with world-class international artists, level up your dancing, and experience unforgettable nights on the dance floor. Whether you’re brand new or experienced, Sanctuary offers growth, inspiration, and friendships that last long after the final song plays.

‍2026 Theme: Avatar — step into the magical world of Pandora 🌿
Dates: 27 May – 1 June 2026
Venue: The Australian Hall, 150 Elizabeth Street, Sydney CBD, Australia

Why is Sanctuary different from every other dance festival in Australasia?
‍✨ International artists only with zero workshop clashes
All workshops are scheduled one after another, so you can attend every session with every international artist.
No choosing. No FOMO. No compromises. Sanctuary gives you the highest level of international artist access of any Zouk festival in Australasia.

‍✨ Designed for real dance transformation
We don’t run one-off “topic” workshops. Each day follows a clear learning journey:
- Friday: Communication
- Saturday: Musicality
- Sunday: Expression

You won’t just learn moves — you’ll develop your dancing through a structured, progressive experience.

‍✨ An immersive dance experience
Our parties are designed to feel unforgettable. Expect beautiful décor, themed elements, and DJs who create a powerful journey on the dance floor. Sanctuary is about connection, creativity, and pure joy.

YOUR SANCTUARY ROADMAP
🌱 New to Zouk
If you're an absolute beginner to Zouk and want a crash course so that you'll be able to enjoy the parties, grab our "Zero to Zouk" pass for just $150. You get 6 hours of workshops and entry to our Friday, Saturday and Sunday parties:
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Friday 29 May | 7–9pm class | 9pm–3am party
Saturday 30 May | 7–9pm class | 9pm–3am party
Sunday 31 May | 6.30–8.30pm class | 8.30pm–2.30am party

🌱 Dancers with Zouk experience
If you have Zouk experience, the full pass is for you, and gives you access to the core workshops and parties on Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
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🔥 14 hours of workshops with world-class international artists — no choosing, no clashing, no missing out.
🎧 18 hours of epic parties with the world’s best Zouk DJs.

‍✨ Intensives and Extras (Full Pass holders only)
Want more magic, more growth, more dancing? Add these experiences:

🌴 Lambada Intensive + Lambada Party with Rian & Evellyn — Wed 27 May, 6:30pm ($70)
🔥 Intensive with Saulo Dias (includes Thursday Pre-Party entry) — Thu 28 May, 6:30pm ($75)
🎉 Thursday Pre-Party (if not attending Saulo’s intensive) — Thu 28 May, 8.30pm ($35)
🎭 Choreography Challenge with Rian & Evellyn — Fri 29 May, 5pm ($70)
✨ Artist Hour small group practica with all artists — Sat 30 May, 6pm ($35)
💃 Intensive with Walter & Larissa — Sun 31 May, 4:30pm ($60)
🌙 Official After Party — Mon 1 Jun, 8pm ($35)

... or grab the whole lot with our limited release Extras Bundle for just $200 ($145 off the full value).