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VMAC Monthly Salsa & Bachata Socials
VMAC Salsa Social every 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month 7:00 pm to 10 pmish
Not your typical late night salsa event, this social is timed so you can get your Sunday errands ran and still get to bed early enough to rest up for the work week. Alcohol-free and all ages are welcome to enjoy listening and dancing to Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha Cha.
Held at Vitalidad Movement Arts Center and music provided by DJ Armando.
Cover is $5
2019 Socials
October 20th
November 3rd, November 17th, November 28th (Turkey Day Social)
December 15th
Not your typical late night salsa event, this social is timed so you can get your Sunday errands ran and still get to bed early enough to rest up for the work week. Alcohol-free and all ages are welcome to enjoy listening and dancing to Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha Cha.
Held at Vitalidad Movement Arts Center and music provided by DJ Armando.
Cover is $5
2019 Socials
October 20th
November 3rd, November 17th, November 28th (Turkey Day Social)
December 15th
Salsa On1 Performance Team Auditions
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You've taken the all the classes and your technique is on point? Let's put it on the stage! Proudly introducing the VMAC On1 Salsa Performance Team! This original choreography and team will be directed by Branden & Deblin. Prepare yourself or an exciting and challenging choreography designed to push your dancing and technique to the next level.
Level Requirement: Must have completed one round of VMAC On1 Salsa Intensive Auditions are FREE to attend! Come find out more about this exciting opportunity! Reserve your audition spot at: https://bit.ly/2kZFdBq Date: October 19th, 2019 Time: 4:00PM Location: Studio E by VMAC 1901 SE Grand Ave Portland OR |
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Samba de Gaferia Beginner Workshop
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COME LEARN THE MOST NEW STYLE IN TOWN!
SAMBA DE GAFIEIRA, FROM RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL! This will be a BEGINNER INTRODUCTORY COURSE, a full monthly cycle of movements in just two hours! CLASSES W JOE FERREIRA, "THE RIO DANCER" AND DAHIANA OLIVER! * no partner required SEE YOU THERE! October 19th, 2PM - 4PM Studio E by VMAC - 1901 SE Grand Ave $25 Pre Register: https://bit.ly/2kZFdBq $30 at Door |
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Twerkshop with Twerk N Fab
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Are you ready to twerk!? Join me for a Twerkshop and learn some TwerkNFab basics. I will take you threw various booty popping moves, learn to engage the right muscles to werk it, tone up the booty and core, and own your sexy as you SLAY. All booties are welcome, no judgments. Sign up to reserve your spot and don’t forget your booty shorts!
October 26th, 2019 2PM - 4PM Studio E by VMAC 1901 SE Grand Ave Portland OR $25 Pre-Register: https://bit.ly/2ms0q7k $30 at Door |
Bachata 3 Month Intensive Program
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#Bachateros! VMAC is excited to announce our 3 Month #Bachata Intensive Training Program! This 3 month training is designed for students at the Beyond Beginner Level who are dedicated to grow themselves and their community to the next level. This small group training program will meet for 2 hours every week following a strict curriculum designed to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the following:
* Developing fundamentals in Beyond Beginner to a higher level * Body movement * Work on stepping and spinning technique * Ladies styling * Leading & Following technique * Creating patterns using fundamentals learned This is a serious training program for dedicated #bachateros only! The following classes are included and required as part of your training: TUESDAYS (Yamhill location): 7:30pm - Beyond Beginners Class - Included and mandatory 8:30pm - Intermediate Training Program - not open to public This series will be starting on November 5th and end on January 28th, 2020. Please come to our FREE audition on October 29th at 9:30PM! 116 SE Yamhill St Auditions: October 29th at 9:30PM Pre-Register for your free audition spot here: https://bit.ly/2m2lRvO |
Samba No Pé Workshop
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Samba no Pé workshop is back...
If you haven't come yet, what are you waiting for?! * 2 hour workshop * open level (drills for all levels) * footwork and bodywork * feeling the beat * freestyle dance * improve your balance, coordination and body recognition Saturday November 9th 11:30am - 1:30pm Studio E by VMAC 1901 SE Grand Ave (Casabella building, entrance on Stephens) Street Parking only $25 online here: http://bit.ly/2LZCv9m $30 at the door. |
Afro Cuban Workshop
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Afro-Cuban Workshop with Donna Mation of Vivan Los Elementos
In this workshop we will touch on some Rhythms and dances for the Orishas Chango and Ochun during the first half of class. The second half of the workshop will be Rumba with a focus on Guaguancó. All levels of dance are welcome!! I will be covering the basics as well as a few more complex steps so there will be a little challenge for everyone. Saturday November 9th 12 - 2pm PLEASE NOTE: We need a minimum amount of student pre-registered in order to assure we can pay the drummers, so please pre-register in advance. If we don't hit the min we will cancel the workshop and refund tickets. Vitalidad Movement Arts Center 116 SE Yamhill St. $25 online: http://bit.ly/33d5dJH $30 at door. |
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Zouk Beginners Workshop
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Zouk Beginners Workshop is here! This workshop is perfect for those who can't make weekly classes or learn better in an intensive setting. Also ideal for Zoukers who wish to brush up on their fundamentals!
Joe Ferreira & Deblin McKnight will introduce you to the world of #Zouk, showing you the fundamental movements, different music, beats and energy of each style of Zouk. No partner required! Saturday Nov. 9th 2pm - 4pm Studio E by VMAC 1901 SE Grand Ave. $25 online here: http://bit.ly/2IBpJvX $30 at the door |
Money Moves Zouk Workshop
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Ready to add to your vocabulary of movements?
This two hour workshop is designed to grow your library of movement to apply directly to the social dance floor! The goal will be to learn four new movements that can be combined easily with your basic patterns. ** 2 MONTHS OF BEYOND BEGINNER LEVEL REQUIRED ** Leads - understand how to invite the follow to these new movements Follows - identify the lead into the movement and embellishments to make them your own! November 17th 1:00PM - 3:00PM Studio E by VMAC 1901 SE Grand Ave $25 Pre Register: http://bit.ly/2MgLZgQ $30 Door |
VMAC Ladies Salsa Team Auditions
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Get Ready Ladies, your time is NOW!
We are thrilled to SEASON 3 of the VMAC Ladies #Salsa Performance Team! Free Audition Date: NOVEMBER 14th at 9:30PM This performance team is production based and not your typical ladies styling team. The production is segmented to highlight each dancer’s strengths as it relates to the music and overall piece. This is an original choreography that we cannot wait to share with you! Important Details: • This is a FREE audition. Learn some footwork and a quick choreo! • All Levels AUDITION DATE: Thursday, November 14th, 2019 at 9:30PM • Practice will be every Thursday at 9:30PM • Approximately 6 - 9 Month Commitment and performing at Rose City Salsa & Timba Festival and another major Salsa/Bachata Event. Can't wait to see you soon! Remember to BRING IT, ladies! 116 SE Yamhill St www.myvmac.com |
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November Guapeton Party - Salsa, Bachata, Zouk & Kizomba!
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HOLIDAY GUAPETON EDITION! Salsa, Bachata, Zouk & Kizomba!
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Saturday, December 14th! Mark your calendars!
FEATURING THREE ROOMS! 💃🕺 #salsa & #bachata with DJ Armando Justiniani 💃🕺#zouk with DJ Boba! (Chadsen Kat) 💃🕺#kizomba room ⭐ Doors open at 9pm! ⭐ Free Bachata Lesson at 9:30pm! 🚨 $5 Cash before 10:30PM 🚨 $10 Cash after 10:30PM 🚨 21+ with ID 🥃 Full Bar 🚨 116 SE Yamhill St Photographer will be on-site! Dress to Impress! |
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ZOUK: 12 Hour Embrace Workshop with Gui & Kelsey!
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January 24th - January 26th, 2019
Train for 12 Hours with the masters behind the Zouk Embrace! This workshop will SELL OUT! For more information, CLICK HERE |
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VMAC 5 Year Anniversary Party
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VMAC is celebrating 5 years as a studio and event center in Portland! Please join the celebration on February 29th, 2020 for an insane night of dancing and joy!
Dress up in your best Gold & Silver looks! Our media team will be onsite to capture magic! This year we will feature the following: * Dedicated Salsa/Bachata/Timba/Kizomba/Zouk Room with DJ Armando Justiniani & DJ Chadsen Kat * Dedicated Hip Hop & Club Styles Room, DJ Simeon Jacob! * Dedicated Bellydance, Forro & Samba Room! * Instructor Showcase featuring all the styles taught a VMAC! * All Styles Battle in the Hip Hop / Club Styles Room - $100 Cash Prize! * Prizes & Giveaways * Social Dancing until 2:30AM! * MC Brandon Harrison More Details: $10 Pre Sale (Paper Ticket) // $11.50 Online // $15 Door 9PM - 2:30AM 3 Rooms, Multiple DJ's, Dancing all night long! Buy your paper ticket at VMAC or online at: http://bit.ly/vmac5years |
