New units start the first week of every calendar month.
Once a monthly unit has started, we don't accept late registrations.
We recommend registering in advance for the next month,
as we sell out 1-2 weeks in advance.
Pass depends on the month...
Some months have 4 weeks and others 5 weeks.
$55 for months with 4 calendar weeks.
$65 for months with 5 calendar weeks.
NO DROP IN PASSES!
Each student must pay for entire month-long class.
All sales final, no refunds. No extensions.
Once a monthly unit has started, we don't accept late registrations.
We recommend registering in advance for the next month,
as we sell out 1-2 weeks in advance.
Pass depends on the month...
Some months have 4 weeks and others 5 weeks.
$55 for months with 4 calendar weeks.
$65 for months with 5 calendar weeks.
NO DROP IN PASSES!
Each student must pay for entire month-long class.
All sales final, no refunds. No extensions.
ABOUT BACHATA
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Your #1 Destination for Bachata dancing in Portland, OR! Learn with Deblin & Malik!
Bachata is a dance originating from the Dominican Republic and has gained worldwide popularity with the emergence of newer bachata fusion bands. Discover the partner dance that is taking over the night clubs and social dance atmosphere! PLEASE NOTE: UP-TO-DATE COVID PROTOCOLS ARE LISTED ON HOMEPAGE. PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK BEFORE COMING TO CLASS. THANKS! |
BACHATA PROGRAM AT VMAC
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We highly encourage all students new to VMAC to take these classes from level 1 Beginners, even if they have been social dancing before or taken classes at other studios, to get familiar with our studios, teaching style, vocabulary, our VMAC culture and community.
BACHATA 1 BEGINNERS Consists of 3 one-month units: 1a, 1b, and 1c. Not needed to be taken in alphabetical order, but all 3 units need to be completed before taking level 2 units. They're all good for beginners! This class will introduce the basic steps, rhythm and body movement of Urban and Sensual Bachata. Tuesdays 6:30pm at main studio OR Thursdays at 7:30pm at Studio E Pass depends on the month...
Requirements:
------------------------------ BACHATA 2 BEYOND BEGINNERS Consists of 6 one-month units: 2a to 2f. (Not needed to be taken in alphabetical order, but all 6 units need to be completed before taken level 3 units.) This class will continue from where Level 1 left off introducing more fundamentals and concepts, working on rhythm and body movement. Tuesdays 7:30pm at main studio OR Thursdays at 8:30pm at Studio E Pass depends on the month...
Requirement: All 3 units of level 1 (1a, 1b, and 1c). Not needed to be taken in alphabetical order, but all 3 units need to be completed before taken level 2 units. |
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BACHATA 3 INTERMEDIATE
Intensive 3-Month Program
Audition Required
Closed to the public, must be approved or take audition before taking this intensive. The intensive is a 3-month commitment that includes level 2 and the intensive level 3 exclusive class. This program continues to develop body movement, footwork, and partnerwork technique. There are 2 units (3a and 3b), each of 3 months duration. Both units must be completed before moving forward.
2 HOURS every week!
Tuesdays 7:30pm-8:30pm and 8:30pm-9:30pm
Requirement:
All 6 units of level 2 (2a-2f).
We currently do not offer Level 3 by itself.
Units run:
January - March
April - June
July - September
October - December
Pass:
$300 for all 3 months (approx. 25 sessions), paid in 3 payments of $100/month.
No drop ins.
All sales final, no refunds.
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BACHATA 4 INT/ADV
Coming 2022!
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WORKSHOPS: Various Subjects
Check the Workshops tab for more information about workshops that will continue to grow and develop your Bachata technique, musicality and body movement.
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PERFORMANCE TEAM
This team is designed to take you from the dancer you are today and transform you to the Bachata dancer you want to be. This is an ongoing intensive training performance team.
DETAILS
Mandatory class and training hours:
* Intermediate Bachata Tuesdays at 8:30pm
* Team Rehearsal and Training Thursdays at 8:30pm - 10:00pm
You will learn social dancing technique (the foundation of being a great dancer), styling for leads and follows, and specific dance training for stage performance that will also compliment your social dancing.
The team rehearsals on Thursdays will be individual dance technique training and team choreo. As a team, we will perform at local venues and travel to selected Congresses and Festivals.
Tuesdays will be community social dance training classes.
Additional Details:
This is a time commitment. Please do not audition if you are not prepared for the commitment.
The monthly fee is $150 per month.
Near the end of the choreo you will be required to purchase the team costume including outfit, shoes and accessories. Our goal is to keep this under $200.
We will travel to 1 or 2 festivals. Your fees will include travel, lodging and your performers pass.
Intensive 3-Month Program
Audition Required
Closed to the public, must be approved or take audition before taking this intensive. The intensive is a 3-month commitment that includes level 2 and the intensive level 3 exclusive class. This program continues to develop body movement, footwork, and partnerwork technique. There are 2 units (3a and 3b), each of 3 months duration. Both units must be completed before moving forward.
2 HOURS every week!
Tuesdays 7:30pm-8:30pm and 8:30pm-9:30pm
Requirement:
All 6 units of level 2 (2a-2f).
We currently do not offer Level 3 by itself.
Units run:
January - March
April - June
July - September
October - December
Pass:
$300 for all 3 months (approx. 25 sessions), paid in 3 payments of $100/month.
No drop ins.
All sales final, no refunds.
------------------------------
BACHATA 4 INT/ADV
Coming 2022!
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WORKSHOPS: Various Subjects
Check the Workshops tab for more information about workshops that will continue to grow and develop your Bachata technique, musicality and body movement.
------------------------------
PERFORMANCE TEAM
This team is designed to take you from the dancer you are today and transform you to the Bachata dancer you want to be. This is an ongoing intensive training performance team.
DETAILS
Mandatory class and training hours:
* Intermediate Bachata Tuesdays at 8:30pm
* Team Rehearsal and Training Thursdays at 8:30pm - 10:00pm
You will learn social dancing technique (the foundation of being a great dancer), styling for leads and follows, and specific dance training for stage performance that will also compliment your social dancing.
The team rehearsals on Thursdays will be individual dance technique training and team choreo. As a team, we will perform at local venues and travel to selected Congresses and Festivals.
Tuesdays will be community social dance training classes.
Additional Details:
This is a time commitment. Please do not audition if you are not prepared for the commitment.
The monthly fee is $150 per month.
Near the end of the choreo you will be required to purchase the team costume including outfit, shoes and accessories. Our goal is to keep this under $200.
We will travel to 1 or 2 festivals. Your fees will include travel, lodging and your performers pass.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Bachata Lessons are also available with Deblin and Malik.
More information is on our "Private Lessons" Page.
More information is on our "Private Lessons" Page.
