Welcome to the Suffolk School of Samba

We perform music and dance inspired by Brazil, Cuba, Africa and our home town of Ipswich.

We are proud to be the original samba group in the region, getting started in 1994.
We’ve taught and performed to thousands of people at hundreds of events.

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During the winter season (September - April, with a Christmas break) we practice for the new season.
Gigging season runs from May until September and gigs are usually at weekends

Our first gig for 2024 - is a Charity event supporting Cancer Support Suffolk

Sunday 5th May
Issacs on the Quay
11.45am -4.30pm

Come and help us support and raise money for this great cause
Also performing during the day are: Pop Chorus, The Salty Groynes, Saxophony, Peter & Jane

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The group is open to everyone (age 16+), there is a small membership fee of (2023) £15 pa, plus a weekly fee of £3 per person payable on the night (or by direct debit)
Membership and weekly fees are agreed annually with the group members at the AGM in April each year

We rehearse Thursday evenings:
Dancers - 6.45pm - 8.30pm
Bateria (Band) 7.15pm - 9.00pm

at St Peters Church by the Waterfront in Ipswich.

For full details of timings and where you can find us , or to send a message please visit our  'Contact Us' page

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To view a selection of videos of the SSOS please click the link below:

YouTube-SuffolkSamba

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We thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing you all soon.

New events will be put on our 'Gigs List' - for details of how to book us please visit our 'Contact Us' page