2025 Bachata Training Team
$185 MONTHLY
MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
6 MONTH PROGRAMS
90 minute weekly in person classes. Month to month membership
WEEKLY PRACTICAS
Bachata Practicas are on Summer break through August.
Please use your team benefit to book the studio during cafe hours.
FREE CLASSES + SOCIALS
SCT drop-in classes and socials are free for team members. Free exclusive member workshops.
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FREE SPACE RENTALS
Use the studio for personal practice at no additional charge
DISCOUNTED RATES
Discounts on all artist workshops and private lessons.
As a reminder, if you have taken 2 or more Path, Flow, Rhythm Series class in one dance form, you are automatically eligible to join the Level 1 team in that dance form. Simply email teams@salsacontodo.com to be added to a Level 1 team.
bachata foundations
level 1
daniel + clara
MONDAYS at 8:15-9:45pm
​Experience Required: No experience required. Completion of Bachata series classes strongly suggested
Curriculum Length: 6 Months
Rolling Enrollment: Yes, with instructor approval after August
Start Date: TBA
Performance: No
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Welcome to our Beginner Bachata team, where we'll introduce you to the beautiful world of Bachata dancing! In this welcoming and supportive environment, you'll learn the basic steps and movements that form the foundation of Bachata. Our instructors will guide you through each step, breaking down the movements and rhythms in a clear and easy-to-follow manner. You'll start by learning the basic footwork and body positioning, focusing on developing a strong connection with your partner and understanding the essence of Bachata music.
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Throughout the class, you'll have plenty of opportunities to practice with different partners, helping you to build confidence and improve your communication on the dance floor. We'll also introduce you to basic turns, and styling, adding flair to your dance while maintaining a strong foundation. By the end of the term, you'll feel comfortable dancing basic Bachata patterns with a solid understanding of the dance's fundamentals.
bachata foundations
level 1.5
w/ angela
THURSDAYS at 8:15-9:45pm
​Experience Required: Completion of bachata Foundations Level 1, Instructor Approval
Curriculum Length: 6 Months
Rolling Enrollment: Yes, with instructor approval after August
Start Date: TBA
Performance: No
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Welcome to our progressive Bachata 1.5 team, designed to elevate your skills from beginner to the next level! In this dynamic and engaging environment, you'll expand your Bachata repertoire by delving deeper into footwork variations, partner connection techniques, and musical interpretation. In this team, you'll refine your basic steps and transitions while incorporating more intricate patterns and styling elements. Emphasis will be placed on fluidity of movement, leading/following dynamics, and musicality, enhancing your ability to express yourself confidently on the dance floor.
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Throughout this term, you'll have the opportunity to explore more complex turn patterns, syncopated rhythms, and dynamic partner interactions, fostering greater connection and creativity in your dancing. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or take your dancing to the next level, our progressive teams offer a rewarding journey of growth and discovery.
sensual
bachata
level 1
w/ jamie + jenny
THURSDAYS at 8:15pm-9:45pm
Experience Required: Yes, completion of two Beginner Sensual Bachata or Beginner Bachata (Path, Flow, Rhythm) series classes, or instructor approval
Curriculum Length: 6 Months
Rolling Enrollment: Yes, with instructor approval after January
Start Date: TBA
Performance: No
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Join our Bachata Sensual Level 1 team membership program, tailored for beginner students eager to delve into the realms of connection, energy, and sensuality in their dancing. This team prioritizes building strong foundations in these key areas, empowering students with the skills for social dancing and a deeper comprehension of the art form.
Throughout the term, students will learn sensual basics, social dance techniques, and explore various rhythms within the dance. Our team teachers foster a fun and safe environment for both leads and followers to express themselves freely.
Over the course of the term, participants can expect to learn the fundamentals of Bachata Sensual, receive comprehensive social dance training and explore different styles and variations within the dance form.
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Over the course of the year we will introduce:​
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The basics of Sensual Bachata
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Social dance training
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Styles
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More
sensual
bachata
level 1.5
w/ clara + daniel
TUESDAYS at 8:15pm-9:45pm
Experience Required: Instructor approval, completion of Level 1 or equivalent experience
Curriculum Length: 6 Months
Rolling Enrollment: Yes, with instructor approval after January
Start Date: TBA
Performance: No
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Welcome to our Bachata Sensual Level 1.5 team membership program, designed to enhance the dance journey for beginner students. Dive into connection, energy, musicality and sensual basics, setting a strong foundation for dynamic social dancing and a deeper understanding of Bachata. Refine your social dance skills and the nuances of mind/body connection in our vibrant and safe team communities!
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Throughout the program, you'll learn footwork, explore fun combinations, and begin to hone lead and follow techniques.
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Over the course of the year we will introduce:​
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The basics of Sensual Bachata
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Social dance training
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Styles
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More
sensual
bachata
level 2.5
w/ ana + max
TUESDAYS at 6:30pm-8:00pm
Experience Required: Instructor approval, completion of Level 1 or equivalent experience
Curriculum Length: 6 Months
Rolling Enrollment: Yes, with instructor approval
Start Date: TBA
Performance: No
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Welcome to our Bachata Sensual Level 2.5 team membership, tailored for students refining their intermediate skills as they progress towards our advanced level curriculum. Throughout this program, students focus on enhancing the quality and control of their body movement, cultivating individual body awareness and shaping, and mastering seamless transitions between movements. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to craft dynamic combinations, advance and refine their technique and connection, develop their personal style and musicality, and hone sensitivity in their lead and following technique.
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Over the course of the curriculum, they will work on:​
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Quality and control of body movement
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Building individual body awareness
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Transitions between movements
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Creating combinations
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Advancing and polishing technique and connection
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Developing style and musicality
sensual
bachata
level 3.5
w/ haley + farshid
WEDNESDAYS at 6:30pm -8:00pm
Experience Required: Instructor approval, completion of Level 2 or equivalent experience
Curriculum Length: 6 Months
Rolling Enrollment: Yes, with instructor approval
Start Date: TBA
Performance: No
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Welcome to our Bachata Sensual Level 3.5 team membership program, tailored for students who have mastered the foundational techniques of Sensual Bachata and are now refining their intermediate skills while continuously advancing their technique.
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In this program, participants will delve into:
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Advanced Combinations: Intricate and challenging sequences that push students
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Faster Pace & Content: Embracing various tempos and navigating through more complex choreography and footwork with agility and precision.
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Expression & Connection: Prioritizing emotional expression and deepening connections with dance partners to imbue each movement with meaning and passion.
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Creating Combinations: Cultivating the creativity and skill to invent unique combinations that showcase individual style and artistic flair.
sensual
bachata
level 4.5
w/ johnny + margarita
WEDNESDAYS at 8:15pm-9:45pm
Experience Required: Instructor approval, completion of Level 3 or equivalent experience
Curriculum Length: 6 Months
Rolling Enrollment: Yes, with instructor approval
Start Date: TBA
Performance: No
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Welcome to our BachataSensual Level 4.5 team membership program, crafted for dancers who have already established a strong foundation in Sensual Bachata technique. Led by our master instructors Johnny and Margarita, this team is tailored for individuals seeking to refine their skills to an advanced level after demonstrating mastery of intermediate concepts.
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In addition to technical refinement, this program emphasizes an understanding of music theory, enabling dancers to better connect with the music and express themselves more authentically on the dance floor. We foster a commitment to growth, encouraging students to continuously push their boundaries and evolve as dancers.
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The curriculum includes:
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Advanced Combinations
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Faster Pace & Content
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Expression & Connection
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Creating Combinations