WE RUN OUR CLASSES IN A MONTH LONG SERIES PROGRAM.
DROP INS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME…
however, the later in the term you join, the more advanced the class.
No partner required. We will be rotating partners in class for those who choose to, but it is not mandatory to do so.

If you would like to book a private individual, couple, or small group lesson, call or text 503.708.2167

TRADITIONAL/DOMINICAN BACHATA QUICKSTART WORKSHOP

Intro/beg w/ Mel + Malik
9/19 SAT 1:00-4:00p
$60 per person

The wildly popular dance, Bachata, has many styles (aka "generations") and as a new Bachata-Curious dancer, it may be difficult to know where to start.

Originating in the Dominican Republic, traditional Bachata is a playful, highly musical dance form meant for all types of dancers: family members, sweethearts, friends, neighbors...everyone in your community. Unlike Sensual Bachata, this style can happily be done with your sibling, parent, or platonic bestie without the cringe factor. It also boasts movements, footwork, and moves that accommodate all body types, environments, and abilities. Although the footwork can get complex and intricate, Traditional Dominican Bachata allows for play between dance partners, play with the music, and high interaction with your dance environment, not just the person in front of you. 

This workshop is designed to get new dancers familiar with traditional Bachata music, the fundamentals of Bachata dancing, and build that bridge into Traditional Dominican Bachata - preparing you for the more intermediate footwork, connection, and musicality that awaits!

No partner required. No experience required.

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traditional bachata for beginners

beginning
Instructors: Leah + Jeff
Wednesdays 8:30-10:00p *1.5 hour class, $22

This beautiful dance from the Dominican Republic has taken the world by storm, evolving on the island, in the US, and across the world. Get in on the fun! We focus on culture, connection, and what you need to enjoy social Bachata dancing. We'll learn several basic steps and shapes, grounded movements and body mechanics, and different ways to frame your body to connect with your partner.  You will leave this four week progressive class with the fundamental movements in Traditional/Dominican Bachata. This will help you in your Modern/Urban Bachata and in Sensual as well, depending on where you want to take your dancing. For folks who are brand new, and folks who want to work on their basics. This class teaches different sequences at the beginner level each time. Feel free to repeat! 

No Partner and No Experience needed.

september sign up
9/2 , 9/9 , 9/16 , 9/23 , 9/30

Beginning-intermediate dominican bachata

beyond beginning/intermediate
Instructors: Mel + Malik
Will return in October
1.5 hour class $22

This weekly class is designed for dancers who already have strong Bachata fundamentals in movement, timing, and connection and are ready to take the next step in their Dominican Bachata journey. You’ll build on your existing Bachata skills with authentic Dominican technique, musicality, and flavor.

New to Bachata? Take Jeff + Leah's beginning Traditional Bachata on Wednesdays at 8:30pm first :)

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WEEKLY CLASS PRICING

1.25 HOUR CLASSES
Drop in - $22
4-class pass - $80
8-class pass - $145

4 + 8 Class passes expire 45days after activation and are for individual use only