HOUSE OF SURAJ
House of Suraj (HOS) London is a seasonal artist development program for queer dancers, neurodiverse artists and creative movers of the Global Majority along with our supportive allies. The vibrant HOS community is dedicated to mastering the electrifying art of Waacking; a vintage GLBT dance from the 70's gay clubs of Los Angeles, while also celebrating, training in and promoting movement rooted in various queer and cultural dance traditions of the Global Majority.
HOS highlights queer dance cultures, like Waacking & Vogue as a form of healthy escapism, transformation, cultural resistance, and heartfelt expression. We prioritize these traditions and experiences of our 2SLGBTQIA+ community into our practice while warmly welcoming allies who share our values.
The House of Suraj offers an alternative to traditional dance spaces by providing a supportive, nurturing non-traditional learning environment for gender diverse, queer, trans, and non-binary 2SLGBTQIA+ artists and allies.
This program is perfect for dancers who crave more performance opportunities, wish to elevate their skills, and yearn to weave themselves into a vibrant, supportive dance community. This artist development program creates healthy affirming space for folks seeking to expand their growth as industry professionals and as creative business owners.
READY TO JOIN HOS?
SEASON 3 REGISTRATION PORTAL ONLINE!
This platform was created as a space for healthy escapism — a place to step out of the noise of the world and back into your body, your creativity, and your sense of self.
This is a membership space designed to support you over time. You’ll find embodied practices, creative tools, seasonal teachings, and access to live in-person or recorded sessions you can return to at your own pace. Nothing here is about keeping up or getting it right — you’re invited to engage in the way that feels most supportive for you.
OPEN TO ALL MOVERS, ALL FORMS
Membership Rates:
£50 per month = £4.16 per hr
Full scholarships for Trans and Non-binary folx FILLED
2026 DATES
Term 1: February 5th - June 25th
SUMMER BREAK
Term 2: Sept 4th-Dec 3th
WINTER BREAK
SZN 3 theme: “The next level”
SEASON 3 PERKS
Access to weekly 3hr training sessions with living history, Kumari
Access to online tutorials in our new digital portal
Performance Training: Stage, Camera, Freestyle, Choreography
Artist Development, Movement Foundation & Dance History
Gender-diverse brave space for queer, trans and nonbinary dancers
Brave space for femmes and cis women
Access to mental and sexual health resources
Unique performance opportunities in London and abroad
Discounts on private lessons, feedback, and business mentoring
Access to a vibrant community with real-time communication
REGISTER TODAY
Join our dynamic community! This is your exclusive opportunity to learn authentic Waacking history, culture, and movement from a living icon and blueprint of the culture, Kumari Suraj.
As a member, you'll dive into an inspiring network where creativity thrives & collaboration flourishes. Not only will you refine your skills alongside talented peers, but exceptional members may also earn exclusive performance opportunities in London & beyond.
Welcome to an environment that celebrates your journey and showcases your talent on a global stage.
QUEER/LGBTQIA+ FILMS & DANCE HISTORY
What Is Waacking?
This short-length documentary, released in 2016, was created by Kumari Suraj and draws on 13 years of research and lived experience. Compiled with the support of the vibrant community it amplifies, the film explores the origins, evolution, and cultural significance of Punking, Whacking, and Waacking. This concise history has also been used as an educational resource in higher education institutions including University of Southern California, Harvard, Columbia, Portland State University, Spelman, University of Washington, and other education institutions worldwide. All references cited in the film are linked in the description for viewers who want to dive deeper.
Behind the Scene
Behind the Scene is a feature-length documentary by Angelika Napierala and Daniel Glenn-Barbour, created over two years and released in 2025. Through in-depth interviews with UK pioneer Kumari Suraj, original members of Waacktitioners, IHOW UK, and others, the film traces how waacking and punking have developed, evolved, and connected dancers globally. It explores the shifts in style, the community that sustains it, and asks a key question: where is waacking headed next, in the UK and beyond?