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BUDY Camp Zanzibar


  • Paje Paje, Unguja South Region Tanzania (map)

BUDY Camp Zanzibar

7 Days of BUDY Flow, Afro Fusion Dance & Cultural Exploration

Some places leave a mark on you. Zanzibar is one of them.

Join us for seven unforgettable days filled with movement, music, community and adventure on one of the most vibrant islands in the world. This is not just another dance retreat. It is an invitation to immerse yourself in a culture where rhythm is part of everyday life and dance is a natural expression of joy.

Each morning begins with meditation and a deep BUDY Flow practice to reconnect with yourself before we step into the colourful streets, beaches and dance communities of Zanzibar. Throughout the week you will train with outstanding local dancers, experience breathtaking performances, explore the island and discover the unique energy that makes this place so inspiring.

This retreat is for everyone who loves to move, to learn and to be inspired. Whether you are a professional dancer or simply someone who cannot resist a good groove, you will leave with new skills, unforgettable memories and a deeper connection to your own body.

After spending months living and dancing in Zanzibar, I created this camp because I wanted to share what touched me most. The extraordinary dance community, the generosity of the people and the incredible feeling of freedom that exists here deserve to be experienced—not as a tourist, but from within.

For one week we become part of this community.

We dance together.
We eat together.
We celebrate together.
And somewhere along the way, something begins to shift.

You don't simply learn new steps—you rediscover why you dance.

What You'll Experience

  • Daily Meditation & Intention Practice

  • Daily BUDY Flow with Brigitte Breternitz

  • Daily Afro Dance Workshops with outstanding local teachers

  • Two spectacular live dance performances

  • Cultural excursions and authentic island adventures

  • Street food experiences and local restaurants

  • Live music, jam sessions and beach bonfires

  • Local parties and vibrant nightlife

  • A supportive international dance community

  • Accommodation just one minute from the beach

The BUDY Flow Journey

Throughout the week we travel through the five elements of BUDY Flow.

Earth – Stability & grounding
Water – Fluidity & adaptability
Fire – Energy & courage
Air – Freedom & expansion
Aether – Presence & connection

On the final day we weave everything together in an Instant Composition Session before celebrating the end of our shared journey.

Accommodation

After booking your place at the camp, you can choose between single, double or triple rooms. We will reserve your preferred accommodation for you, while payment is made directly at check-in.

Frangipwani Zanzibar
www.frangipwani.com

Alternative accommodation if rooms are fully booked:

Camp Fee

Early Bird (until July 31): €500 plus travel, accommodation & food

Regular Price: €550 plus travel, accommodation & food

payment via PayPal:
brigitte@budyacademy.com

(if you are financially struggeling at the moment, please reach out, we can find a solution)

Is This Camp For You?

This retreat is for dancers, movers, yoga practitioners and curious travellers who want more than a holiday.

If you long to reconnect with your body...
If you love music that makes you move without thinking...
If you enjoy meeting people from different cultures...
If you want to discover a different perspective on dance...

...then Zanzibar is waiting for you.

Come with an open heart.

Leave with new friends, endless inspiration and a rhythm that will stay with you long after the week has ended.

See you soon, BB