For the Love of Bachata is the paradise for Bachata Lovers. 🇩🇴
(If you call it Traditional Bachata, Authentic Bachata, or Dominican Bachata, we’re talking about you!)
Fill your dance cup with 2 nights of 100% PURE SOCIAL DANCING. The first night will be a magical one outside on Mt. Washington, one of Pittsburgh’s most beautiful locations. The 2nd night will be our big Saturday party at the dance studio. Both places carry their own special something and will leave your heart full, excited, and happy. The music will be played by none other than DJ Tay (aka Jessica Taylor, organizer/owner of FTLOB), whose passion for music will keep you inspired all night long.
Take these 9 WORKSHOPS to feel more confident and creative on the dance floor! We’re bringing Jenna & Luis, Adam Taub, & Jr. El Artista to inspire more Flavor, Flow, & Fun in your Bachata. These artists are some of the most passionate and dedicated to Bachata 🇩🇴 (aka Traditional Bachata or Dominican Bachata). Their workshops will give you a well-rounded experience to help you grow the skills you’re ready to learn next.
The Dominican flavor doesn’t end there, we literally will have DOMINICAN FOOD available for sale during workshops. Iliana’s Catering will be serving a tasty lineup for omnivores & vegans alike in the small room of the studio during lunch. Your plate will cost $12-15 and you’ll pay her directly (cash, Venmo, Zelle, or Cashapp). She will have a variety of meats as well as tasty vegetarian/vegan options.
Grab some Bachata swag ahead of the event in our no-waste online print shop! Our printful shop delivers items helps us reduce waste by not having to keep stock on hand while still offering a variety of styles you’ll love! Order yours now to make sure you have it in time for the event!
* We will have some limited release items on hand during the event as well. *
General Schedule
Friday Night
6:30-10PM - Mini lesson & outdoor social dance on Mt. Washington, one of Pittsburgh’s most picturesque locations and the place where FTLOB events began!
Location: Paul F. Jones Overlook on Grandview Ave., across from the Carnegie Library. (for GPS use 315 Grandview Ave.)
Recommendations for dancers: Bring water! Wear street shoes. Pack light, there is no place for your stuff. Restaurants are located on Shiloh Ave. 1/2 mile up from the pavillion.
Attire: Wear what makes you feel good
Saturday (Day)
10:30am-4:15pm Workshops at Arthur Murray Dance Center, 136 6th St. Pittsburgh PA (downtown)
Transit & Parking info:
Garage on 6th St. has $8 parking per session
Free street parking after 6pm & on Sundays
Public transit accessible
Saturday (Night)
9pm Pre-Social Workshop
10pm-2am PARTY! 100% pure social dancing
Location: Arthur Murray Dance Center, 136 6th St. Pittsburgh PA (downtown)
BYOB Responsibly
Attire: Wear what makes you feel good
Sunday (Day)
11am-4:15pm Workshops @ Arthur Murray Dance Center, 136 6th St. Pittsburgh PA (downtown)
Transit & Parking info:
Garage on 6th St. has $8 parking per session
Free street parking after 6pm & on Sundays
Public transit accessible
WORKSHOP Schedule:
SATURDAY
10:30am - Registration & warm-up
11AM - Diversifying Your Basics (Solo) with Jenna & Luis
12:15PM - Diversifying Your Basics in Partnerwork with Jenna & Luis
1:15PM - lunch break
2:00PM - Roots of Bachata with Adam Taub
3:15PM - Partnerwork Sentimiento with Jr. El Artista
-break-
9PM - Bonao Basics with Jr. El Artista
SUNDAY
10:30AM - WARM-UP
11AM - Body Movement with Jenna & Luis
12:15PM - Bachata Partnerwork Essentials from DR with Adam Taub
1:15PM - lunch break
2:00PM - Rotations in Partnerwork with Adam Taub
3:15PM - Bachata Candela Footwork with Jr. El Artista
PRICING
Online prices up until August 8th:
Full pass: $150
Friday + Saturday Pass: $100
Sunday Pass: $70
At the door prices:
Full pass: $180
Saturday: $110
Sunday: $75
Drop-in: $20/workshop, $10 per social
Discounts:
Full-time students get 40% off with code: FUNSTUDENT
As-needed discount: If you need a discount to be able to attend this weekend, send me an email at fortheloveofbachata@gmail.com and tell me what price you CAN pay. I’ll make you a custom discount code to bring the price down to that and send it back.
THIS LOOKS AMAZING! 😍 Sign me up!!
Buy your full pass online today and save $30 off the door price!
Can’t make it to the full weekender? Here are two other options you may be interested in….
Attendee Packet
Not from around here? Use this Attendee Packet to find addresses, schedules, plus the nearest coffee shops, restaurants, parking garages, & more
Hotel
We have a small hotel block at the Renaissance Hotel across the street (literally) from the dance studio where most of this weekender will take place. Even if spaces don’t get used, this block EXPIRES ON JULY 9TH - PLEASE BOOK ASAP!
Details:
- Each room has 2 queen beds
- Depending on room block usage, free breakfast may be included (TBD)
- There are many great restaurants and cafes conveniently located within a flew blocks.
- You can save on parking by using the public garage across from the hotel. The Renaissance charges $45/night but this one is $8/session or day, whichever is shorter. Get more information on this garage here.