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Bachata Beginner Adults

Beginner Bachata.

at Motivo LA, Los Angeles · 4.6★ (49 Google reviews)

When

Wednesday

The studio hasn’t published a full schedule for this class.

Price $30
Commitment Drop-in
Book this class → on elmotivola.com Trial offerLevel 1.5 students attend Level 1 Intro Series free→

Ask first: Call +1818-208-0567 · Email · Contact page

Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago

About this class

A beginner bachata class for adults, at Motivo LA, 3509 Casitas Ave. The studio lists 12 classes a week: Bachata (3), Salsa (3), Balboa, Jazz, Level 1 (part 2): Whip Series, and Samba de Gafieira, and 7 of them are at beginner level.

LevelBeginner WhoAdults RunsWeekly Studio12 classes/week

From the studio’s timetable“Month-long series, $20/class if enrolled in full series”

DanceHow data

Bachata classes in Los Angeles

Every bachata class we track in Los Angeles, read from studio timetables.

130

bachata classes a week

59

studios teach it

66%

start at 6:00 PM or later

$20

median drop-in price

Bachata classes by day

Sunday is the busiest day for bachata in Los Angeles (16 of 68 dated classes). 66% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $20.

This week at Motivo LA

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Getting there

3509 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90039 Dance hall

Directions

Before you go

Your first bachata class

Is Bachata beginner-friendly?

Absolutely. Bachata is built on a simple four-step pattern that beginners grasp within the first 15 minutes. The music is slow and gives you time to think. Most studios run absolute-beginner classes where everyone is learning together—no prior dance experience needed. You'll feel nervous before your first class and proud by the end of it.

Do I need a partner?

Bachata is traditionally a partner dance, so yes—you'll dance with a partner in class. The good news: you don't bring your own. Studios rotate partners regularly, and you'll dance with different people each class. This is actually brilliant for beginners because you learn to adapt and communicate with lots of partners, not just one person.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable, flexible clothing—joggers, leggings, or loose trousers work perfectly. Avoid anything too stiff or restrictive around the hips. For shoes, smooth-soled dance shoes are ideal, but many beginners start in clean trainers or socks. Ask your studio what they recommend. Most importantly, wear something that makes you feel confident.

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Questions about this class

Can I just turn up?

It's listed as a drop-in class, so you can usually pay on the day. Ask before you go: on elmotivola.com or call +1818-208-0567.

How much is it?

$30 (drop in).

Is it beginner friendly?

Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults.

Where is it?

Motivo LA, 3509 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90039.

Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.

How we know this

  1. We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: elmotivola.com/beginner-dance-classes
  2. First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
  3. Rating from Google: 4.6★ from 49 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.