Bachata

Bachata originated from the Dominican Republic. This dance is a four-step beat achieved with a walking Cuban hip motion, and a unique “pop”. It is performed both in open position and in closed position depending on the setting and mood of the partners.

Bachata Packages

Bachata Foundations part 1

This four week series focuses on the basic footwork, simple traveling turns, and basic hip action of this beautiful slow and sexy Latin dance.

Basic side step
Forward and back step
Stationary basic
Side taps
Traveling right and left turns for the leader and the follower
Hair combs
Quick turns
Body movement (with-in all patterns)

Bachata Foundations part 2

Combines all of the elements learned in part 1 into fun amalgamations.

Hand Slips
Leader's tap turn
Follower’s tap turn
Shadow position
Cuddle
Hammerlock
Pretzel

Bachata Intermediate

Introduces Dominican styling elements with rhythm changes into more intricate combinations. This will surely make any dancer well prepared for the club!