Kiné Camara is a dance artist and educator based in Seattle, WA, who often spends time abroad in Europe and South Africa, performing, exchanging and training.
Kiné Camara is a Seattle-based dance educator, cultural organizer, and the visionary founder of Afro Dance Seattle, a thriving hub for Afro dance education and community building. Her work bridges continents, creating spaces where movement and cultural exchange flourish.
Building Community Through Dance
In 2022, Kiné established Afro Dance Seattle to cultivate Afro dance culture in the Pacific Northwest. As Director, she has hosted 7+ national and international guest educators while mentoring emerging local instructors. Her signature programs include:
The PNW Afro Dance Camp (2024, 2025): A groundbreaking 2-day intensive where 100+ students trained with global educators. 2026 camp is loading!
The Johannesburg Cultural Immersion (2025): Leading 24 students to South Africa for dance training and heritage experiences.
A Lifelong Educator
Kiné’s teaching journey began in 2005 under her father, Ibrahima Camara (National Ballet of Senegal), starting with traditional Senegalese dance. Today, she specializes in contemporary Afro styles (Amapiano, Azonto, Afrohouse) while emphasizing cultural context. She has taught for:
Universities: University of Washington, Cornish College, University of Florida
Camps/Festivals: Vancouver AfroFest (2024), The Afro Dance Experience (Portland, 2025), AKM (Vancouver, 2026), Unity (Vancouver, 2026)
International Workshops: Paris, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Atlanta, New York
On Stage
While community building remains her focus, Kiné lights up stages with artists like Uncle Waffles, Tiwa Savage, and Adekunle Gold, performing everywhere from major festivals to intimate club events.
Vision
Kiné’s work celebrates African diasporic culture through dance that educates, connects, and liberates—honoring traditions while innovating for the future.