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Mpho
- Rate R350
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R350/h
1st lesson free
- Personal training
Professional dance facilitator and theatre practitioner and choreographer for 15 years in the industry.
- Personal training
Lesson location
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at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 20 km from
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About Mpho
Mpho Buti Maifadi is a professional choreographer, dance teacher, theatre practitioner, director and physical theatre performer with more than 15 years of experience in the performing arts industry.
As a passionate dance educator, Mpho uses dance as a powerful tool for creative expression, cultural storytelling, discipline, confidence and personal development. His teaching approach combines African Contemporary Dance, Contemporary Dance, Afrofusion, Spiritual African Movement and Physical Theatre.
Growing up in the dusty streets of Hammanskraal, Mpho developed a deep connection with African stories, culture and community. This background continues to influence his artistic practice and teaching philosophy. He believes that every young person has a unique story and talent that can be developed through the arts.
Mpho is the Founder and Artistic Director of Motho-Pele Arts and Talents, where he works to create opportunities for young people and aspiring performers to access professional dance training, performance opportunities and creative development.
His professional experience includes creating, choreographing, directing and performing in productions such as The Spiritual Massacre, Fadi – The Spiritual Movement, My Richest Yard and Marikana – The Musical. His work has been presented in professional theatre and festival environments, including the South African State Theatre and other performance platforms.
As a teacher, Mpho focuses on developing the whole dancer—technique, musicality, physical strength, creativity, discipline, confidence and stage presence. His classes encourage students not only to learn choreography, but also to understand the meaning behind movement and use their bodies to communicate stories.
His vision is to empower the next generation of African dancers and performers by bringing professional dance training closer to communities and creating a platform where talent can grow, stories can be told and dreams can become reality.
About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Programme: Motho-Pele Arts and Talents Dance Classes
Instructor: Mpho Buti Maifadi
Class Duration: 2 hours
Age Group: 10–35 years
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Time
Activity
Description
10 min
Welcome & Introduction
Attendance, introduce the day's focus and explain the objectives.
10 min
Theory
Brief discussion about African dance, movement, rhythm, culture and storytelling.
20 min
Warm-Up
Breathing, joint mobilisation, stretching, isolation exercises and body conditioning.
25 min
Technique Training
Posture, balance, coordination, footwork, contractions, body control and travelling movements.
25 min
Dance Vocabulary
Teach African contemporary, spiritual movement or Afrofusion vocabulary.
20 min
Choreography
Teach a short combination and gradually build the sequence.
10 min
Creative Exercise
Students improvise using a theme such as identity, freedom, strength or Ubuntu.
10 min
Cool Down
Gentle stretching, breathing and relaxation.
10 min
Feedback & Reflection
Students discuss what they learned and receive feedback from the instructor.
Weekly Structure
Monday – Contemporary Dance
Body awareness
Floor work
Release technique
Contemporary choreography
Tuesday – African Contemporary
African rhythms
Traditional movement vocabulary
Contemporary African movement
Group choreography
Friday – Spiritual African Dance
Cultural storytelling
Ritual-inspired movement
Rhythm and musicality
Improvisation
Saturday – Afrofusion
African dance + contemporary styles
High-energy movement
Choreography
Performance preparation
Learning Objectives
By the end of the programme, students should be able to:
Demonstrate improved body coordination and flexibility.
Understand basic African and contemporary dance techniques.
Develop rhythm, musicality and stage presence.
Create movement from personal experiences and stories.
Work confidently as individuals and as a group.
Develop discipline, creativity and teamwork.
Perform a complete choreographed dance piece.
Rates
Rate
- R350
Package rates
- 5h: R1750
- 10h: R3500
free lesson
The free first lesson with Mpho allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
Details
My dance teaching rates are based on the type of class, duration, number of participants, location and specific requirements of the programme.
Rates may include:
Professional dance instruction and choreography
Class preparation and lesson planning
Contemporary, African Contemporary, Afrofusion and Spiritual African Dance training
Beginner to intermediate-level training
Group or private sessions
Performance and choreography preparation
Creative development and improvisation
Travel and transportation costs where applicable
For workshops, performances, events or programmes requiring extended preparation, additional choreography, travel or specialised training, the rate can be discussed and agreed upon in advance.
Payment Terms:
A booking is confirmed once the agreed terms and payment arrangements have been finalised. Any additional costs outside the agreed teaching fee will be communicated to the client beforehand.
I aim to provide professional, structured and high-quality dance training while ensuring that the programme remains accessible to the community and beneficial to the students.
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