bachata

What is Bachata?

Bachata is a Latin dance from the Dominican Republic characterized by sexy body movement, syncopated footwork and free style moves that alternate between closed and open position. We teach both Dominican Style Bachata (footwork & musicality) and Modern Style Bachata (patterns & close embrace). Listed below are the Bachata classes we offer. We don’t always offer every class, so make sure to check the Class Schedule to see what is offered each session.
Class Instructors:
Alison, Jonathan

Classes we offer

None

Explore the basics of Bachata with simple footwork variations and fun turns & patterns. This class will give you plenty of moves to get you out on the dance floor and feeling confident.

Bachata 1 or equivalent experience

Bored with the same Bachata moves? Here’s your chance to expand your repertoire! Dominican Style will focus more on musicality and footwork, while Modern Style will focus more on body motion & patterns.

Prerequisite: Queer / Trans identifying

This class will give you skills to navigate the dance floor and future learning in dance. Explore the basics of bachata in community with fellow queer/trans dancers with a focus on degendered dance roles, consent, and access to bachata movements that feel authentic and comfortable for your body. Each class will build on the footwork, turns, mechanics and sequences of the last.

Prerequisite: 1-2 Beginner Bachata classes or equivalent & Queer / Trans identifying

This class will give you the skills to explore styling and musicality found in various Bachata dance styles. We will continue to build in community with fellow queer/trans dancers with a focus on degendered dance roles, consent, and access to bachata movements that feel authentic and comfortable for your body. Each class will build on the footwork, turns, mechanics and sequences of the last.