Workshops and Special Events
Workshops are taught with the intention of providing additional information or context that is not available inside class curriculum. These workshops may be taught by VMAC staff or visiting guest instructors. Check back often for updates!
VMAC Workshops
Join us for a special 2-hour Salsa Follows Styling Workshop on Sunday March 23rd 2pm - 4pm, designed specifically for beyond beginner students!
If you’re ready to elevate your styling, confidence, and expression on the dance floor, this workshop is for you. To join, you should already be comfortable with basic salsa steps, including Suzie Qs, forward crosses, and turns.
In this session, we’ll explore dynamic arm styling, elegant body movement, and footwork variations to help you bring flair and individuality to your dance. Through drills, guided practice, and short combinations, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of musicality, control, and how to add your unique flavor to every move.
This workshop is all about building your confidence to shine, whether you’re on the dance floor or performing.
Get ready to learn, have fun, and level up your styling game!
Pregister Here https://bit.ly/salsastyling0325
If you’re ready to elevate your styling, confidence, and expression on the dance floor, this workshop is for you. To join, you should already be comfortable with basic salsa steps, including Suzie Qs, forward crosses, and turns.
In this session, we’ll explore dynamic arm styling, elegant body movement, and footwork variations to help you bring flair and individuality to your dance. Through drills, guided practice, and short combinations, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of musicality, control, and how to add your unique flavor to every move.
This workshop is all about building your confidence to shine, whether you’re on the dance floor or performing.
Get ready to learn, have fun, and level up your styling game!
Pregister Here https://bit.ly/salsastyling0325
Calling all Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, Kizomba, and partner dance enthusiasts!
Ready to add West Coast Swing to your repertoire? This 2.5-hour intensive will dive into connection, fundamentals, and WCS flow—designed to get you dancing confidently and having fun.
👉 Prerequisite: Level 2+ in any partner dance, with a solid sense of connection and musicality.
👉 What to expect: High-energy instruction, essential patterns, and a fun challenge!
🔥 Come curious, move fast, and leave with a new dance obsession!
Sunday April 6th 4 pm to 6:30 pm
Register Here https://bit.ly/wcsintensive0425
Ready to add West Coast Swing to your repertoire? This 2.5-hour intensive will dive into connection, fundamentals, and WCS flow—designed to get you dancing confidently and having fun.
👉 Prerequisite: Level 2+ in any partner dance, with a solid sense of connection and musicality.
👉 What to expect: High-energy instruction, essential patterns, and a fun challenge!
🔥 Come curious, move fast, and leave with a new dance obsession!
Sunday April 6th 4 pm to 6:30 pm
Register Here https://bit.ly/wcsintensive0425
Want to be the dancer everyone is itching to partner with? Whether you're into Salsa, Bachata, or Kizomba, this 3-hour workshop will elevate your skills, making you a sought-after Lead or Follow in any dance setting.
****Register Here https://bit.ly/leadfollow0425****
What This Workshop Offers:
- Techniques for becoming a clear, smooth, and soft Lead
- Insights for evolving into a light, responsive Follow
- Core principles in Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba that can be applied universally to most partner dances
Lead & Follow: The Fine Art of Dance Communication
Master the art of Lead and Follow in Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba, while understanding how these principles translate to other dance genres.
Lead: The Lead is the driver, steering the dance with creative movements and thoughtful sequencing, inviting the Follow into each step with care and attention.
Follow: The Follow remains present, responsive, and balanced, seamlessly adapting to the Lead's movements while maintaining a solid connection.
Diverse Dance Focus
While the workshop zeroes in on Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba, you'll also learn how these foundational principles can be adapted for other partner dances. The differences between the dance styles will be discussed, giving you a holistic view of dance communication.
What People Are Saying:
- "Jamal can make anyone look good; he can even make a broomstick dance."
- "Dancing with Carolina is like driving a Mercedes; it feels like she knows what I'm going to do before I know."
No Partner, No Problem
You don't need a partner to participate. We encourage rotating partners throughout the session for a diversified learning experience.
Important Info:
- This is a 3-hour workshop with a 15-minute break included.
****Register Here https://bit.ly/leadfollow0425****
- All sales are final. No refunds.
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Ready to elevate your dance game? Book your spot now and become the Lead or Follow everyone wants to dance with!
****Register Here https://bit.ly/leadfollow0425****
What This Workshop Offers:
- Techniques for becoming a clear, smooth, and soft Lead
- Insights for evolving into a light, responsive Follow
- Core principles in Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba that can be applied universally to most partner dances
Lead & Follow: The Fine Art of Dance Communication
Master the art of Lead and Follow in Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba, while understanding how these principles translate to other dance genres.
Lead: The Lead is the driver, steering the dance with creative movements and thoughtful sequencing, inviting the Follow into each step with care and attention.
Follow: The Follow remains present, responsive, and balanced, seamlessly adapting to the Lead's movements while maintaining a solid connection.
Diverse Dance Focus
While the workshop zeroes in on Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba, you'll also learn how these foundational principles can be adapted for other partner dances. The differences between the dance styles will be discussed, giving you a holistic view of dance communication.
What People Are Saying:
- "Jamal can make anyone look good; he can even make a broomstick dance."
- "Dancing with Carolina is like driving a Mercedes; it feels like she knows what I'm going to do before I know."
No Partner, No Problem
You don't need a partner to participate. We encourage rotating partners throughout the session for a diversified learning experience.
Important Info:
- This is a 3-hour workshop with a 15-minute break included.
****Register Here https://bit.ly/leadfollow0425****
- All sales are final. No refunds.
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Ready to elevate your dance game? Book your spot now and become the Lead or Follow everyone wants to dance with!
Guest Instructor Workshops
Klau & Ros in Portland!
6 Hour Bachata Intensive & Socials!
May 2nd - 5th, 2025
The UNDENIABLE STYLE of Klau & Ros are coming to Portland to infuse their style, connection and swag. We are beyond thrilled to host these amazing artists and bring them here to you!
FRIDAY - May 2nd
Friday Night Social
○ 10:00pm - 1:00am
Friday Night Social! Included if full pass is purchased.
Friday Night Social Pass at the door: $15 Cash, $18 Venmo.
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SATURDAY - May 3rd
○ 1:00pm - 2:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
○ 3:00pm - 4:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
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Saturday Night Social! Included if full pass is purchased.
10:00pm - 1:00am
Saturday Night Ticket Available at the Door: $15 Cash, $18 Venmo
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SUNDAY - May 4th
○ 1:00pm - 2:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
○ 3:00pm - 4:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
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Sunday Night Social at VMAC. Not included in pass.
6PM - 9PM
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TICKETS PRICES:
Intermediate Pass [6 Hours + 2 Socials]
$165 Early Bird
$175 Tier 1
$185 Tier 2
$195 Tier 3
$210 Tier 4
Includes Friday Night Social
Includes Classes on Saturday, Saturday Night Social
Includes Sunday Classes
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LOCATION:
** Location subject to change at any time. No refunds or returns will be given to any participant for any reason due to a location change. Please check back to event for location updates.
Vitalidad Movement Arts Center
2648 E Burnside St
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TICKETS TERMS:- NON REFUNDABLE
- Tickets DO NOT transfer to future events
- Workshop and schedule are subject to change
- If you purchase a ticket outside of your skill level, you will be refunded the difference in pass price.
- You may sell your pass to another student: please email [email protected] for more
6 Hour Bachata Intensive & Socials!
May 2nd - 5th, 2025
The UNDENIABLE STYLE of Klau & Ros are coming to Portland to infuse their style, connection and swag. We are beyond thrilled to host these amazing artists and bring them here to you!
FRIDAY - May 2nd
Friday Night Social
○ 10:00pm - 1:00am
Friday Night Social! Included if full pass is purchased.
Friday Night Social Pass at the door: $15 Cash, $18 Venmo.
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SATURDAY - May 3rd
○ 1:00pm - 2:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
○ 3:00pm - 4:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
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Saturday Night Social! Included if full pass is purchased.
10:00pm - 1:00am
Saturday Night Ticket Available at the Door: $15 Cash, $18 Venmo
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SUNDAY - May 4th
○ 1:00pm - 2:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
○ 3:00pm - 4:30pm
[Topic Announced Soon]
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Sunday Night Social at VMAC. Not included in pass.
6PM - 9PM
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TICKETS PRICES:
Intermediate Pass [6 Hours + 2 Socials]
$165 Early Bird
$175 Tier 1
$185 Tier 2
$195 Tier 3
$210 Tier 4
Includes Friday Night Social
Includes Classes on Saturday, Saturday Night Social
Includes Sunday Classes
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LOCATION:
** Location subject to change at any time. No refunds or returns will be given to any participant for any reason due to a location change. Please check back to event for location updates.
Vitalidad Movement Arts Center
2648 E Burnside St
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TICKETS TERMS:- NON REFUNDABLE
- Tickets DO NOT transfer to future events
- Workshop and schedule are subject to change
- If you purchase a ticket outside of your skill level, you will be refunded the difference in pass price.
- You may sell your pass to another student: please email [email protected] for more
