Meeting 19:00h at Rio & Learn
Costs: Transportation, food and drinks of your choice, and entry
Get ready to dive into one of the most vibrant traditions of Rio de Janeiro! In this RioLIVE! activity, we’ll visit a Samba School and discover what happens behind the scenes of Rio’s spectacular Carnival. Samba Schools are true communities that work almost all year long preparing their parades. Musicians, dancers, composers, and local residents come together to create the samba-enredo, costumes, choreography, and all the energy we see at the Marquês de Sapucaí.
The main Samba Schools compete in the Special Group, presenting their parades at the Marquês de Sapucaí Sambadrome. But the preparation begins many months earlier, with rehearsals and lots of hard work to tell a story through music, dance, art, and creativity. During our RioLIVE!, we’ll discover how a Samba School works, how the parades are prepared, and why these institutions are so important to Carioca culture.
We’ll visit a Samba School rehearsal hall, where rehearsals, events, and part of the preparations for Carnival take place. There, we’ll experience the power of the drum section, listen to the samba-enredo, and watch the members of the school as they rehearse. And you don’t have to just watch! If you want, you can join the rhythm, try a few samba steps, and take the opportunity to practice Portuguese, talk to Cariocas, and learn new expressions related to samba and Carnival.
Because experiencing Carnival also means discovering the people and communities that make this celebration happen. This RioLIVE! combines music, dance, culture, history, and interaction with Cariocas in an experience full of energy.
So get ready to sing, dance, and feel the rhythm of the drums. Let’s discover the true energy of Rio’s Carnival together!
See how our previous RioLIVE! Activities at Samba School rehearsals were on the links below:
Yasmin Teixeira is Rio & Learn’s RioLIVE! Supervisor, bringing a strong background in hospitality, tourism, and event operations, which makes her a perfect match for leading unforgettable experiences in Rio. With hands-on experience coordinating corporate events and service teams in major hotels, she’s skilled at planning logistics, ensuring high service standards, and delivering smooth, guest-focused execution from start to finish. Her international experience in Germany and a natural talent for welcoming and assisting people means she knows how to create a warm, organized, and engaging environment for our students. Yasmin blends professionalism, energy, and attention to detail, exactly what RioLIVE! needs to run with excellence.
