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Salsa, Bachata & Ballroom Dance Lessons

Ready for Summer-sign up for May 12th classes

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Get ready for Summer!   Start with Beginner Salsa & Bachata classes with BALORICO at Viva Arts located just off the West Seattle bridge on your way to Alki Beach.   Our next dance series begins Monday May 12th .  You never need a dance partner to participate. Navigate to our  Classes & Workshops page  to sign up. The May - June series includes a PRACTICA dance social so you can get comfortable applying your moves and learn with other beginner dancers.  Register here and sign up for the Beginner May- June series meeting  Mondays at 7pm. Experienced dancers   You can join our Level II classes weekly at 8pm on Monday and Wednesdays. As the weather shifts to sunnier days, find new motivation with Latin Rhythms. If you have prior Salsa experience and have danced "On1" or "Casino" then our Monday 8pm Salsa on2 is the best fit. This class emphasizes the New York style timing that will help you transfer what you know to the timing practices wit...

Salsa & Bachata in West Seattle

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Our next dance party, the PRACTICA  is April 30th and its a great way for beginners to dive into the fun of social dancing. We are holding it one hour earlier this month, and for the second hour, dancers can  meetup for a beverage in the West Seattle Junction. RSVP early. Explore Latin Rhythms in Salsa , Bachata , Reggaeton, Merengue and "Casino on2!" -   SAVE THIS DATE We continue to have fun learning on Mondays & Wednesdays! Be a part of our vibrant community of dancers. Drop in classes are open in April. Reach out to balorico@gmail.com when you are ready to join.          Try something new and sign up early for May classes! For our follows, join us April 19th for the Saturday Styling workshop,  12pm-1:30pm. Dancers with experience are invited to develop their spinning technique and focus on arm and leg coordination as we learn and dance a performance-based combination using Mambo/Salsa on2 & Latin Jazz styles. Jazz sho...

Something fun this SPRING

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Create space for something FUN this Spring! Reap the rewards of learning to dance Salsa on2 & Bachata with BALORICO. Our next series registration is open. Wednesday night series dancers begin MARCH 5th. New beginners start learning MARCH 10th. Sign up with a buddy, neighbor or a loved one. Singles are welcome. No partner is needed to participate, just a positive attitude. Register today to get started or try a PRACTICA dance social to get to know the people and the dances. Save the date for April 30th at 8pm. Beginners dance on Mondays at 7pm, Salsa & Bachata Level I  starting March 10th. Dancers with prior Salsa experience join us Mondays at 8pm  starting March 5th. This class is also a good fit for any Salsa on1 dancers looking to transition or integrate Salsa on2 into their repertoire. (Please make sure you know how to do a cross body lead.)   Wednesdays 8pm we continue with a slightly shorter series focused on Salsa, Bachata & Cha Cha Cha. The Wednesd...

Heart Beats & New Year dance series

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The   HEART BEATS Valentine dance  social is   Friday February 14th is date night! Don't miss this special evening made for duets. The movement experience includes guided and rhythmic physicality with and for your loved one.                                         DROP IN WITH THAT DATE & DANCE   Start dancing this New Year at Viva Arts. Secure your spot today  registering here . New dancers can join our 7pm Beginner Salsa & Bachata class that includes a dance social opportunity called a PRACTICA. No partner is needed and to build community we do change partners in class, and also practice changing dance roles to find the best fit for your acquired dance skills. Join us! Advanced Beginners through Intermediate levels, those with experience, train twice per week to build agility, efficiency and be able to pick up the details of this dance sport much...

Holiday Practica & NY Classes

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Join us for our PRACTICA on Wednesday, December 18th , 8pm-10pm. Generate warmth and good cheer with friends and your local dancing neighbors. The music is a mix of Latin & Ballroom beats including mini-lessons in Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha, Swing and Foxtrot...oh yeah! Beginners welcome. Our New Years' series begins Monday January 13th & Wednesday January 8th  at Viva Arts. Secure your spot today registering here . Thank you for making this year an amazing one with heartfelt dance outings, countless hours of training and best of all, a handful of new friendships developed over the course of discovering your new passion, social dancing to Latin Rhythms. Our January Ladies Worksop focused on styling and spin technique will continue at Studio 2 in the Judkins Park neighborhood. Save the date: Saturday January 25th , 12pm. Reach out to balorico@gmail.com for private instruction and custom group trainings. GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE.