foundations of bachata 8-week course
About my Foundations OF BACHATA course
This class will be PERFECT for you if you want to…
build your confidence on the dance floor
meet new people and become part of a community
practice letting go and having fun
develop your grounded body movement and/or personal expression in dance
learn to lead and/or follow without your partner needing to “know” it already
add more basic step shapes to your Bachata dancing
understand Dominican culture as it pertains to Bachata
know and appreciate the rhythms of Bachata music
try something new!
This class is NOT perfect for you if you…
only want to learn choreographed patterns, not foundations
want to learn sexy or fancy moves
just want to find someone to date
cannot be a safe space for people of different backgrounds
bet on yourself this year
Taking this course is an investment in who you want to become. By showing up each week you will be actively re-wiring your brain for movement, rhythm, musicality/creativity, and, most importantly — joy.
If you struggle with…
moving your body and “looking like a dancer,” this class will inspire you to have fun (and find patience) in reconnecting your brain and body for musical movement.
anxiety and letting go of control, know that every time you show up and try, you are also rewiring your brain for safety.
confidence, this class will help you see yourself as a capable and worthy learner who can do anything as long as they don’t give up.
impatience, this course will also encourage and challenge you to slow down and appreciate the journey.
feeling boxed in by dance rules, this class will inspire you to create your own style through small, creative variations.
And if you’re hopeful of how you can learn, grow, and become your best self — this class is most definitely for you, too.
what if i have to miss a class or two in this cycle?
No worries! There are a few things I do to help minimize getting behind when life hits you unexpectedly:
WEEKLY RECAP EMAILS - each week I will send you a brief summary of what has been learned
BASIC STEP VIDEO CLIPS - in the recap emails, I will also include a short video of the basic step for you to practice along from wherever you are
BONUS HOMEWORK - in several of these emails, I will include videos and more to help deepen your learning outside of our 90 minutes together.
additional FAQs
Do I need a partner?
Nope! All dancers rotate in class to get practice leading and following different dancers.
What level dancer is this class for?
It’s open level, from first timers to experienced dancers. This class is extremely content rich and is suitable for all levels of learners. You will get what you’re ready to get each time you take it.
What if I’m not ready to commit to an 8-week class?
I’m offering a 4-week trial for this class! Sign up for the first 4 weeks using code “4WEEKTRIAL” at checkout. If, after 4 weeks, you decide you want to continue, just pay the remaining half in person. (I offered this trial over the summer and both people that used it elected to stay on!)
sorry, registration for spring classes is now closed.
how often is this course offered?
This course is offered 3 times a year: spring, summer, and fall.
Spring Session: Tuesdays in April-May
Summer Session: Tuesdays in July-August
Fall Session: October-November, day of the week TBD