No, you need some experience with dancing at (local) socials and at least be able to dance the basics before attending this event. The BZDC has a list of them. At this point we do not offer a beginners path to support learning that. However, depending on the time you still have until the event, you could take (private) classes with a Brazilian Zouk teacher to provide you with a minimum required level of Brazilian Zouk techniques. We may add a beginners class to the program in the future, so please keep in touch with us!
YES (and no a bit), we will offer amazing activities and environments for practicing and learning about Brazilian Zouk. However we mix Brazilian culture with some different flavours too, which we can also find in Brazil. Therefore dance techniques will be blended with creating space for questions. This means we will have some (optional) parts in the program about discovering and developing in a wider perspective. So, there it may go Zouk off-topic. But it’s totally fine if you only want to participate in things related to Zouk techniques and you will never be forced/pushed to do anything else. Compared to ‘normal’ Zouk events, we have an emphasis on extra live-music performances, on top of the DJ’s who perform almost 24 hours per day for you. There is one exception: we ask everybody to pay attention to our code of conduct.
Zoukdreams The Monastery is not planned yet, but happens at the InnEssence in Nederweert, The Netherlands. See also The Monastery concept
Yes, see the section on the directions page about local taxi companies and bicyle rental in the village.
There is plenty of space to park cars free of charge. There is no height limit.
No, there are only tickets for the whole weekend/program. There are two important reasons: firstly the venue has some restrictions on traffic of visitors coming and going. Secondly we experienced during the first editions of Castle of Miracles that it is very satisfactory to stay with all participants together without much group change and that makes the event even more special.
On our conditions page you can find the policies on refund, change, carry-over and transfer of tickets.
As we are a dedicated team for organizing Brazilian Zouk we chose to hire a chef kitchen externally who will freshly prepare food every meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner). This will make sure we have plenty of quality and quantity for around 400 people. All meals will be delivered in buffet style. Most dishes are vegan with vegetarian sides & options for those who want. This set-up guarantees that a maximum number of people & diets can benefit from the time, money and energy invested in the meals.
It is possible to buy a meal plan, instead of the whole accommodation package. Unfortunately we can not sell single meals or a meal plan for only a part of the event.
We mention this clearly on the booking page of your chosen accommodation. Basically all rooms have a private toilet and shower. The dormitories only have 1 shower. Sometimes they are behind the same door, sometimes toilet and shower are separate doors. The exceptions are:
In all cases there are large shower facilities on the first floor above the main kitchen, offering many showers and toilets. These are both accessible from the outside (campsite entrance) and the inside.
Each room has 1 key only. Unfortunately we don’t have extra keys. When you share rooms, you can choose to leave the door unlocked. Note that Zoukdreams doesn’t take any responsibility for your belongings. However, the venue is equipped with a surveillance and security systems.
You have the following options:
Fulfilment of room share requests depend on availability of beds/rooms. Close to the event date there is a higher chance we may not be able to confirm your specific request, especially when it involves changes in bed/room types for some people.
Everyone staying on the premises of De Berckt Castle is required to purchase the campsite accommodation package (priced per person) or another applicable accommodation package.
The campsite fee is based on a bring-your-own setup. If you share a tent or camper, you do not need to bring additional tents or campers for the people sharing with you. But they still need to buy an accommodation package.
During Castle of Miracles we have a bar with a selection of high-quality snacks and drinks. There are multiple distribution points for unlimited coffee, tea and water, all day (and night). We do not include snacks & drinks in the ticket or accommodation pricing, apart from some occasional give-aways and everything included in the buffet.
All you need is provided for! But if you would like to go for some grocery or other critical supplies, the supermarket PLUS Baarlo is 1,8 km walking distance (Google link). We verified that during all days of our Easter weekend in 2024 (incl. Sunday and Monday) they are open from 10:00 until 18:00.
Yes, in our main building at the location we have free WiFi internet. It does not require a password.
Zoukdreams Castle of Miracles is from March 29 until April 2, 2024 at the Berckt castle in Baarlo, The Netherlands. See also the Castle of MIracles concept & program. Our planning is:
Zoukdreams The Monastery is from April 5 until April 7, 2024 at the Inn Essence in Nederweert, The Netherlands. See also The Monastery concept.
No, you need some experience with dancing at (local) socials and at least be able to dance the basics before attending this event. The BZDC has a list of them. At this point we do not offer a beginners path to support learning that. However, depending on the time you still have until the event, you could take (private) classes with a Brazilian Zouk teacher to provide you with a minimum required level of Brazilian Zouk techniques. We may add a beginners class to the program in the future, so please keep in touch with us!
YES, we will offer amazing activities and environments for practicing and learning about Brazilian Zouk techniques. But we also like to create space for questions. Therefore we will have some (optional) parts in the program about discovering and developing in a wider perspective. So, there it may go Zouk off-topic. But it’s totally fine if you only want to participate in things related to Zouk techniques and you will never be forced/pushed to do anything else. There is one exception: we ask everybody to pay attention to our code of conduct.
Yes, see the section on the directions page about local taxi companies and bicyle rental in the village.
