#everyBODYplayahmas

Saahir - a program manager with a passion for event planning. I love to dance which is how I learned about Caribbean culture. How and when did you first start playing mas? I was introduced to SokaTribe, a great dance fitness class. The founder Shermica is from Trinindad. My dear friend Damali wanted to go to CropOver, so in 2017 as part of her birthday activities, so we started the prep work. Part of my prep was participating in Hookie Life's, Riddim and Road with a crew from SokaTribe. I learn what lack of endurance meant, the hard way :) The heat, the energy, the non stop movement, the SUN. I passed out, but after some great care on the truck I was back at it and totally excited and prepared for Cropover. Cropover was super fun because we went with the concierge service Carnival Jumpers. What carnival experience has been your favourite (and most proud) to date?  Jamaica 2018! It was so fun to be with my SokaTribe crew and participate w

Brief biography (profession, hobbies, passions, etc.):  * 26 year old Youtuber Grad Student living in NYC. I'm currently getting my degree in Public Policy and Administration in hopes to become an Inspector General and Investigator. When I am not in my books I work for WCS located in The Bronx Zoo. My hobbies include swimming, dancing, and chasing carnival dreams. How and when did you first start playing mas?  * I first started playing mas in 2013. I was exposed to it from a young age in Jamaica when my aunt participated. My first experience was not a pleasant one but the next year I found a new mas camp to participate in and it was love ever since. From there I tried out to model and did my first photoshoot for Miami Carnival 2017. What carnival experience has been your favourite (and most proud) to date?  * My favorite carnival experience has to be New York 2017. I had such a great time with my friends and I felt amazing

How and when did you first start playing mas?  * 2016 What carnival experience has been your favourite (and most proud) to date?  * Miami 2018 What are some of your must-have carnival essentials? Crazy glue, shades, hand towel, makeup, rhinestones, battery charging pack and phone cord Describe your perfect mas experience: From the time I pick up my costume I would like distribution to start on time. When i get it I should be able to try it on (over clothes), switch out for smaller and larger items, and if need be adjustments or re-glue parts. The process should be fast and easy, I should be in and out. Communication for where to be should be emailed/texted. Not posted on social media. Carnival mas parade I would love to get to the stage sooner and more organized. I hated standing around waiting to go through the each checkpoint and couldn't move. By the time we got to the stage it was 8:40/9pm and carnival en

Single Mom living my best life. Love to Travel and Teach my son to Travel as well. My hobbies is listening to music and cooking . I'm also a Maseuse. Mom How and when did you first start playing mas? My parents are Caribbean and raised me on my Carribean culture. I started out in kiddies Mas until I was 15 and by 16 I was allowed to play big Mas. What carnival experience has been your favourite (and most proud) to date?  I have always been fascinated with Trinidad and Brazil. I have never had the opportunity to play Mas back home in Trinidad it is only recently that I started playing Mas abroad. I played Mas in the Bahamas May 2018 and that opened my eyes. I had the best time ever. What are some of your must-have carnival essentials? Definitely comfy shoes, tights and plant glitter Describe your perfect mas experience: No violence and everyone enjoying the culture and what it means. What would you like to tell people