Beginner Bachata Dance

Bachata is an easy and popular part of the LA dance scene and is danced worldwide as well. Perfect for weddings and parties as a go-to no matter what is being played. Salsa clubs always mix in Bachata.

Be aware this class is being held at Valencia Glen Rec Center- 23750 Via Gavola, near Henry Mayo Hospital (in case we get too happy) and next the the swimming pool.

Co-hosted by the /City of Santa Clarita- you must sign up online through the "Santa Clarita Seasons" website to enroll.

This dance course develops steps, and simple patterns for partner dancing- and leads directly into intermediate techniques that may need only practice instead of classes.

Bachata has recently evolved into several genres- we do not teach "the sensual style" as this deviates from the traditional purpose of Bachata, which is originally a style for the shy and polite.

This is a partner dance, but for class, no partner is required. We use partner rotation to expand experience and skill techniques, but couples who do not wish to rotate may stay together.

Flat-soled, non-textured-bottomed shoes are helpful. Don't buy dance shoes for this casual style.

Most dancers master the basic steps and learn quickly. In about 3 weeks, most generally move into more intermediate skills. Some may want to take the course twice to nail down those fundamentals.

To see the uniqueness and sounds of Bachata, you may wish to use YouTube.

Here is an example: https://youtu.be/CU2aYyNgbKo

Newcomers can audit the first class for free but must sign up with the City if you plan to continue.

Those ready to go and committed should sign up online through the City of Santa Clarita Seasons website. The City will charge a nominal fee of $35 for this 3-week course of instruction.