Contemporary Dance: Borneo Inspired

Breathe Contemporary. Root in Borneo

Step into the rhythm of Borneo with Teacher Zhaf’s Contemporary Dance: Borneo Inspired! Over 5 weeks (10 sessions), you’ll explore the basics of contemporary dance and discover how it blends beautifully with traditional Borneo movement. This course will strengthen your body, expand your creativity, and let you experience the cultural richness of Borneo through dance. Perfect for beginners and dance lovers ready to try something fresh and meaningful.

About The Course.

Discover the fusion of contemporary movement and traditional Borneo dance in Contemporary Dance: Borneo Inspired! with Teacher Zhaf! This 5-week journey includes 10 engaging classes (held every Monday and Wednesday), where you’ll explore the foundations of contemporary dance technique and experience the unique rhythm, gestures, and spirit of Borneo-inspired movements.

Each session will guide you through building strength, flexibility, and coordination, while also deepening your awareness of how traditional elements can flow naturally into contemporary styles. Beyond physical practice, you’ll also uncover the stories and cultural expressions behind selected Borneo dances, gaining a deeper appreciation of how dance can carry both artistry and tradition.

Whether you are new to dance or already exploring contemporary movement, this course invites you to connect your body with culture, creativity, and community. Just keep in mind, if you have past injuries, some movements may be challenging. Otherwise, get ready to move, learn, and be inspired by the dynamic blend of contemporary dance and Borneo traditions with Teacher Zhaf!

Course Details:

Date: (Every Mondays & Wednesdays)

Oct 6 8 13 15 27 29

Nov 3 5 10 12

Time:

8.00pm - 9.30 pm (1.5 hrs) 

Age:

16 years old above

Class Size: 

6 - 15 pax

Course Fee:

Normal Fee: RM550*

TASA Returning Students: RM500

Early Bird Promotion (ends Sep 27): RM500*

Registration Fee: RM50 (new students only)

Venue:

Level 3, Studio 5 @ klpac

Enquiry

E-mail: academy@klpac.org

WhatsApp / Call +60 18 266 3383

Zhafir Muzani, was born in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, and grew up in Lahad Datu, Sabah. He is now residing in Kuala Lumpur. Zhafir is an art activist who has always wanted to explore the world of acting and dance. He started off as a freelance dancer and made his debut as a TV actor in an educational sitcom ‘Oh My English!’ while pursuing his passion in dance. He graduated with a Diploma in Film and Degree in Theatre from UiTM. He has joined many competitions such as SHORT+SWEET Dance at klpac and PenangPAC and won ‘Best Male Dancer’ (2016, 2017,2018 & 2020) and Best Choreographer (2018 & 2020) . Besides that, he won the World Championship of Performing Arts (2011) in Los Angeles, USA, and also won in a few categories in dance and acting. He loves Javanese and Balinese dance and has traveled to Yogyakarta, Indonesia, to learn both art forms. He also performed at Pasar Tari Kontemporer (PASTAKOM) in Riau, Indonesia (2019) and The 6th Asian Youth Theatre Festival in Cambodia (2022). Now he serves as an in-house Resident Choreographer and Actor with The Actors Studio. His theater credits include Oedipus (2010), Muzikal Destini Anak Bangsa (2013), Kampung Kemenyan (2014), Rasuk (2015), Buy 1 Free 1 (2015), Nawaitu (2017), Dhendham Tresno Musical (2018), Men In Heels (2018), Adam The Musical (2018) Mek Mulung Lakhon Dewa Muda (2019) and Bollywood Dreams (2020). He directed the plays Dang Sri (2015), Mere Behen Ki Shaadi Musical (2016) and Lapan Satu T4YP (2022). His recent dance productions include pragina : EMOSI (2021), KonTra : Bianglala (2022), KonTra : Asirvatham (2022).

About The Actors Studio Academy @ klpac

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Founded by Dato’ Dr. Faridah Merican and Joe Hasham OAM, The Actors Studio Academy is a pioneer in arts education in Malaysia. Its alumni comprises theatre luminaries and the crème de la crème of the industry today.

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