Dominican Bachata Classes | Toronto Dominican Bachata Lessons

Dominican Bachata Dance Lessons - Level 1
Toronto Bachata "Club Style" Dance Classes

This course will focus on individual footwork, as well as partner connection (no turn patterns). You will learn basic syncopated steps, triple steps, angle basics, dominican popcorn, cross steps and many other footwork patterns that Dominican Bachata is known for. You can expect to improve your footwork with our triple steps, fakies, scoop turns, 180 walk throughs, outside basics including Dominican hand movements and turn patterns.

Partnerwork & Connection

Bachata Classes Toronto Leaders and Followers learn how to properly connect with their partners during dancing. You will be taught how to hold your partner in both open and closed positions. The fundamentals of preparing your partner for a turn will be practiced.

Bachata Dips & Tricks

Bachata Classes Toronto Dance dips are a great way to end a song or to add more style to your dancing. We're going to show you several safe and fun options for dipping your partner as well as how to prepare yourself to be dipped.

Body Movements

Bachata Classes Toronto We will work on making your body move smoothly and look more natural. We break down all the hips, shoulder and head movements to make your dancing look more natural.

Dancing Etiquette

Bachata Classes Toronto We're going to teach you proper dance etiquette at clubs and at social events. How to ask someone to dance; how to turn down a dance and how to give compliments.

Bachata Turn Patterns

Bachata Classes Toronto Over the years of teaching and training we've developed 100's of Bachata turn patterns and footwork that's will make you look great Bachata dancing. Each week we will teach you a key fundmental move that will add to your Bachata dancing. You wil practice these moves in class so that you can execute them while at the Bachata clubs. You will be surprise how much you learn at the end of 10 weeks. Start your journey into the world of Bachata dancing today.

Timing & Musicality

Bachata Classes Toronto We are going to teach you how to dance on time and on beat to the music. We incorporate practice drills to different music and tempo to allow you to get use to different variations in music style.

Footwork & Shines

Bachata Classes Toronto We incorporate Bachata footwork and drills to help you improve your balance. The stronger your footwork is the more easily you can execute turn patterns.

Ladies Bachata Styling

Bachata Classes Toronto Join us each month as we host a student outing to one of Toronto's popular salsa & bachata dance clubs. Meet other students and practice your dance moves in a real club setting with friends.

What to Expect When You Attend Our Classes

Most Popular Bachata School

We've taught 1000's of students to dance Bachata from beginner level to advanced level. Our bachata school is the largest and most recongized Bachata school in Toronto.

All Ages & Skill Level

Our classes are for all ages and dance level. No matter what your ability is we can guide you through each step and move so that you'll be successful. Our instructors are trained to teach beginner students to dance.

Student Bachata Club Outings

Each month we host school dance club outings with our students to some of Toronto's most popular bachata dance clubs including uptown loft, dovercourt sunday social, six degrees, babaluu, el rancho and more.

Meet New People

Taking dance classes is probably the best way to meet new people in Toronto. Many singles and couples attend our classes to meet new people while learning to dance. You will be impress by the number of people you meet in class who share your goals and dreams.

Student Class Helpers

In case we are short partners from someone being away from class, we've got class helpers who can fill in as partners. They are trained to lead and follow and help students to learn and execute the dance moves.

Private Bachata Lessons

We offer private bachata lessons for singles and couples looking to learn quickly at the most flexible times and schedule that works for them. We offer private dance lessons 7 days of the week.

100's of Bachata Turn Patterns

We have over 100+ bachata turn patterns, steps and moves that we've created, named and invented. Some of our moves include XBOX, boomerang, and teddy bear dip. You won't find our unique style of bachata dance moves anywhere in Toronto. Our bachata turn patterns will make you look great on the dance floor. Our body movements will make you look sexy, and our musicality will make you look smooth.

No Partner or Experience Required

Whether you come alone or as a couple you don't need a partner. You will be paired up in class giving you a chance to meet new people. We will also rotate partners throughout the class to simulate what it would be like at a Toronto bachata dance night club.

Structured & Organized

Our classes are structured and organized which means that our instructors have a prepared lesson plan for you. Each time you come to class there will be a warm up followed by the lesson plan followed by practice time. .

Fun, Exciting & Rewarding

Our classes are well attended. You will get an opportunity to dance with many people who will also be your friends. We've created an atmosphere that makes it easy for you to meet new people while learning to dance.

Beautiful Dance Studio

Our dance studio is well lit with natural sunlight and hardwood floors. We've got large mirrors for students to see and correct themselves. There is also access to washrooms and a water fountain for use. We've got large windows and ceiling fans that help keep the room air fresh and circulating.

Top Bachata Instructors

Our dance instructors are trained professionals who were once beginner students. They know and understand all your fears and can help you slowly learn to build confidence in your steps. We've taught 1000's of students learn to dance Bachata at a very high level starting from beginner to advanced classes.

All Ages & Skill Level

Our bachata classes are for all ages and ability. We have students who have never danced before and take our classes and become successful with hard work. Which means you can do the same. No matter your age, body type or ability our instructors will help you

Drop In Classes

We offer drop in classes for students who want to try a class before they register for the full course. We also offer drop in dance cards for students who can't attend regular classes and are looking for greater flexibility.

Video Taping Class

We understand that you wont' be able to remember everything we teach you which is why we allow you to record the instructors demonstrating the lesson plan. We encourage our students to learn and ask questions all the time. We also post vidoes of classes on our website for students to view.

Dance Card System

We use a dance card system to keep track of your progress. You will receive your dance cards on the first day of class. We hole punch your dance cards each time you attend class. This helps us keep track of your progress. You will always have credit even when you miss a class because you are sick or away. Our dance cards gives you greater flexibility.

Don't Listen to Us. Listen to Our Students...


The teachers are always upbeat, encouraging, and inspiring. They make even the most challenging steps fun to learn! No matter how tired I am when I come to Bachata dance classes, I always leave feeling energized. Thank you for all you have taught me!


The classes are top quality and probably the best instructors in the city. You will not be disappointed with this school as classes are well attended. Students are from all over the city and come to this school to learn from these instructors

The dance classes are very structured.

The dance classes are very structured. They start out easy and then the movements become more challenging as you take the higher level classes. Most of the students are able to pick up the dance quite easily when the instructor goes through the movements very slowly and with explanation. The best part of the classes is that they allow you to record the steps/ moves at the end of the class which is very helpful for students who want to practice.

Turns out to be a wonderful experience.

My very first time taking any dance class. Turns out to be a wonderful experience. I have never danced before and found the classes to be fun and instructors friendly. I would recommend these salsa classes for beginners looking for a good place to learn.

They are easy going and make the class so much fun.

I really like the instructors. They are easy going and make the class so much fun. I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to dance but surprisingly I was able to pick up the steps quickly. They have a lot of friendly helpers that assist you in your steps.

Instructors are very talented.

Registered for salsa classes with my sister. My sister thought it was pretty cool. Anyways the instructors are very talented. Looking forward to the next class. Haven't gone to a salsa club yet but can't wait to try my new salsa moves.

You're going to have a lot of fun.

Went to a drop in salsa class today. I absolutely love it!! It's true what the others people say about this school. You're going to have a lot of fun. It's well worth the money.

Kind and fun throughout all of our classes.

I just want to say thank you for being so patient, kind and fun throughout all of our classes. When I come to your class my heavy load of the week at work or home just melts away, so I thank you from my heart.

I’m amazed by how far I’ve come.

The teachers are always upbeat, encouraging, and inspiring. They make even the most challenging steps fun to learn! I only wish I’d started taking these classes years ago, but I’m amazed by how far I’ve come in a few short months. No matter how tired I am when I come to salsa dance class, I always leave feeling energized. Thank you for all you have taught me!

Toronto Bachata Dance Lessons, Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Bachata Footwork Warmup

Bachata Partner Warmup

Side Basic	Quarter Step
Forward Basic	Popcorn
Cross Step	Swing Step
Inside Turn	Marking

Ladies Turn Prep	Inside Turn Closed / Release
Men's Turn	Two Handed Turn / Haircomb
Swing Step / Cuddle Wrap

	Bachata Turn Patterns		Class Breakdown
Pattern 1	Turn Preparation Hand Switch Cuddle Wrap Promenade Walk with Kick	Side Basic Cross Step Swing Step Inside Turn	Ladies Inside Turn, Man's Inside Turn, Cuddle Wrap In & Exit, Cuddle Wrap with Promendate Walk, Cuddle Wrap with Promenade Walk and Kick, Exit Cuddle Wrap.

Pattern 2	L Wrap S Wrap Shoulder Turn Haircomb	Side Basic Cross Step Swing Step Inside Turn	Ladies Inside Turn, Man's Inside Turn. Ladies inside Turn with Handswitch, Prep into L-Wrap 4 times, Exit L-Wrap into Haircomb. Ladies Inside Turn with Handswitch, Prep Shoulder Turn 4 Times. Exit into Haircomb.

Pattern 3	L-Wrap Haircomb Vanilla Popcorn Dominican Popcorn	Inside Turn Swing Step Dominican Popcorn Forward Basic (Intro) Quarter Step (Intro)	Ladies Inside Turn, Handswitch into L-Wrap Twice. Over Rotate L-Wrap into Hair Comb. Unwrap into Two Handed Haircomb. Basic into Sunrise, into Sundown, into Vanilla & Popcorn or Dominican Style Popcorn.

Pattern 4	Closed Position Teddy Bear prep 180 Rotation Pivot Turns Shoulder Turns	Teddy Bear Prep 180 Inside Step Pivot Turn Steps	Inside Turn into Closed Position into Teddy Bear Prep, into 180 Rotation (2 Times). Ladies Inside Turn into Handswitch, into Shoulder Turn. Shoulder Turn into Pivot Turns, Exit Pivot Turns into Haircomb.

Pattern 5	Beverly Foward Basics with Lady Turn Basic Sling Shot		Man's Behind the Back Hand Switch into Beverly. Double Fakie Haircomb, Marking, 360 Marking

Pattern 6	Clock Hands Closed Marking Fakie Haircomb 360 Rotation	Inside Turn Closed & Release

Pattern 7	Outside Turn Quarter Steps Fancy Haircomb 180 Rotation	Closed Position & Release	Inside Turn Closed Position & Release. Ladies outside turn. Man's Outside Turn Into Haircomb release. Quarter Step into Haircomb, Fancy Haircomb.

Pattern 8	1. Shoulder Turns into Pivot Turns 2. Shoulder Turns into Sling Shots 3. Cuddle Wrap Popcorn	Inside Turn into closed. 180 Rotation. Inside Turn Handswitch. Into Pivot Turns.

Pattern 8	XBOX Clock Hands Dominican Popcorn

Pattern 9

Pattern 10	Cuddle Wrap w/Fakie Steps Sliding Door Sling Shot