Afro Dance Fitness For Everyone
Welcome to Newcastle's one and only ultimate destination for Afro Inspired Dance Fitness. We offer all inclusive Afro Dance Fitness experiences for the whole community.
Here at Cheza Downunder we are Passionate about embracing cultural diversity and inclusivity. Highly dedicated in promoting health, positive self-expression and body positivity through Dance, Fitness and Music.
To achieve this we provide weekly classes. Kids Afro Dance, Adults Dance Fitness, Free Pop up Community Workshops, Dance Therapy, Outdoor Bootcamp sessions (During the summer), School Based Programs, Mums and Bubs and Social Hangouts.
We are approved Active and Creative Kids Service Providers. Ask us how to redeem and use your vouchers with us.
We now offer Gift cards for you to purchase for friends and family. Share Joy and elevate your gifting game with a Cheza Downunder gift card redeemable for all bookings in any of our classes. Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Ready to move and break a sweat with us?
We welcome you to join our community, enrol Now to secure your spot today. Limited spots available in our Kids Classes. Trials and Enrolments are open for Term 1, 2025.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE CHEZA DOWNUNDER
STRENGTH
We are all strong individuals on our own but when you join our community, you'll instantly feel the real strength in community. We are focused on building and maintaining strong bodies and minds over here.
MOVE
Making moves through Dance, Fitness and Music. Where rhythm meets fitness, and culture meets movement. Making the dancers love fitness and the fitness people love Afro beats music. Because no one should have to miss out.
INSPIRE
Our mission is to inspire both young and old to have access and feel encouraged to lead healthy lifestyles. Our Teachers are always upskilling and gaining new knowledge ensuring every class in not just a workout but a cultural experience.
INCLUSIVITY
From the moment you step into our space you will be welcomed into our vibrant and supporting family. We really mean it when we say happiness, health and self love are for everyone.
ENJOYMENT
Because dance should first and foremost be about Joy and Fun.
REDEEM ACTIVE & CREATIVE KIDS VOUCHERS HERE.
NOTE: Vouchers must be provided before child's enrolment to be accepted.
All Inclusive Afro Dance Fitness Experiences for our community to Learn, Share and Inspire
Cheza Downunder runs Dance Fitness classes for school aged children ranging from 4 years through to adults. We have something for everybody. No Dance or previous fitness experience required.
Information for our Kids Programs: Contact us today to enrol your child for our Cheza Junior and Intermediate Dance Crews - Limited Spots available. Vouchers must be provided before child's enrolment to be accepted. Once Enrolled and fully registered your child will receive their introductory dance welcome package.
Kids Dance Term Dates 2025:
Term 1. Thursday 06/02/25 - Thursday 10/04/25
Term 2. Thursday 01/05/25 - Thursday 03/07/25
Term 3. Thursday 24/07/25 - Thursday 25/09/25
Term 4. Thursday 16/10/25 - Thursday 18/12/25
For our older Students: We offer flexible booking options. Whether you prefer to drop in for a casual class or commit to a long term routine we have options to cater to your needs. Our 10x class and 5x Class passes provide you a great discount allowing you to save, however we also understand if a casual pass is more your thing. Come trial a class on us or gift your friends and family with our gift cards.
TUESDAY - Jesmond Neighbourhood Centre (44 Mordue Pde)
6PM - 7PM AFRO INSPIRED DANCE CARDIO
AFROVIBE - HIGH INTENSITY DANCE WORKOUT
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We bring the vibes, A fusion of African dance steps you see in current music videos from international artists, high energy tracks combined with
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easy to follow routines made with repetition to be able to feel free, get down and work up a sweat every class.
Are you looking for a fun way to stay fit and burn calories but hate the thought of working out? or are you wanting a sense of community and share a healthy active lifestyle with friends and colleagues? Afro Vibe has got you covered.
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1 hour high intensity full body dance workout - with modified and low intensity options available
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Playlist curated of tracks from across the continent think, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Bongo Flava, Dancehall.
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Afro Vibe workouts are always rooted in love and no weights required.
WHAT TO BRING:
Sweat Towel, Water Bottle, your favourite active wear and comfy sneakers.
THURSDAY - HEATON PUBLIC SCHOOL JESMOND
4PM - 5PM KIDS JUNIOR DANCE CREW 5 - 12 YEARS
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Do you want to improve your child's confidence, self esteem and coordination?
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We provide fun and engaging dance classes blending African styles from all over the continent.
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Boosts your child's self expression.
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Builds rhythm, musicality and friendships
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Help develop their confidence and coordination.
(We acknowledge and inform our students and about the roots and culture behind the dances we practice. We see our ability to learn and share these dance forms as a privilege and one that must always be done with respect).
FRIDAY - JESMOND NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE (44 MORDUE PDE)
6PM - 7PM AFRO INSPIRED DANCE CARDIO
AFROVIBE - HIGH INTENSITY DANCE WORKOUT
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We bring the vibes, A fusion of African dance steps you see in current music videos from international artists, high energy tracks combined with
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easy to follow routines made with repetition to be able to feel free, get down and work up a sweat every class.
Are you looking for a fun way to stay fit and burn calories but hate the thought of working out? or are you wanting a sense of community and share a healthy active lifestyle with friends and colleagues? Afro Vibe has got you covered.
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1 hour high intensity full body dance workout - with modified and low intensity options available
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Playlist curated of tracks from across the continent think, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Bongo Flava, Dancehall.
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Afro Vibe workouts are always rooted in love and no weights required.
WHAT TO BRING:
Sweat Towel, Water Bottle, your favourite active wear and comfy sneakers.
FRIDAY - JESMOND NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE (44 MORDUE PDE)
7PM - 7:45PM AFRO HIIT
Afro HIIT is the perfect mix of High intensity interval training, resistance training, flexibility and conditioning exercises to music that will get you moving and provide you the ultimate sweat sesh. My aim is to make the dancers love fitness, and fitness peeps love Afro beats to the world.
In just 45 minutes Afro HIIT showcases vibrant entertaining tracks that will have you feeling great physically and mentally refreshed. Guaranteed to leave the room smiling from ear to ear.
No dance or previous fitness experience required. All fitness levels, all ages, all abilities welcome. Low impact and modified intensity options to suit each individual.
WHAT TO BRING - (not a must but will definitely give you that extra burn)
Dumbbells & Booty Band
Yoga Mat
Sweat Towel
Water bottle
Wear your fave activewear & comfy sneakers
Cheza merch and fitness products can be purchased from our online store or reach out to us to get yours.
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13 Australian dollars
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Class Schedule
Dec 11 - Dec 17
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Thank you for your interest in supporting Cheza Downunder's mission of empowering our community through dance and fitness experiences. Your donation can help us provide access to fitness classes and wellness resources to those who need it most. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to be happy, healthy, and fulfilled. If you would like to support our community, you can make a contribution to our cause by filling this form.