Bachata Dance Classes in Atwater Village, Los Angeles
Join a welcoming, creative community and learn from top instructors in an intimate, structured setting.
We offer Bachata dance classes for brand-new beginners and advanced dancers every week.
We also have practice sessions, socials, and live music events every month.
Thursdays:
7:00 - 7:45 pm | Intro | Brielle Friedman
7:45 - 8:30 pm | Level 1 | Brielle Friedman
10:00 - 10:30 pm | Open Practice FREE with any class! | Brielle Friedman
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Intro Level | Brand-New to Bachata!
No partner or experience needed to join the Intro class!
In this Bachata dance class, you’ll learn foundational steps, body movement, and partner patterns. This class is perfect for brand-new dancers and those who want to feel more comfortable moving in their movement and self-expression.
👉 If you’re brand new to dance or brand new to Bachata dancing, we strongly recommend enrolling in our Intro + Level 1 Combo: 6-Week Intro to Bachata Special!
Level 1 | Beginner Bachata
No partner needed to join! Level 1 is for beginner dancers ready to explore the body movements of sensual Bachata that make this dance style so captivating to watch and expand on their ability to lead and follow in partner work.
Intro to Bachata Special:
Intro + Level 1 Combo
Kickstart your dance journey with this special 6-week combo series - the perfect place to begin!
Over 6 weeks, you’ll move through our Intro class and Level 1 - two progressive classes designed to give you everything you need to feel comfortable and confident on the dance floor.
That’s 90 minutes of focused instruction each week and (12 classes total) the fastest and most fun way to learn!
Next intro series starts Thursday, October 16th, from 7 - 8:30 pm!
Best Value:
Commit to the full 6-week series for $180 total - that’s just $15 per class (normally $25 drop-in). You’ll get the lowest possible rate and the biggest results by joining the full series.
Prefer flexibility? You can also join as a drop-in or use a class card at the regular rate.
Choose your drop-in price in checkout 👇
Meet Your Instructor
Brielle Friedman | Bachata, Salsa
Brielle Friedman is a world champion dancer, instructor, and choreographer based in Los Angeles by way of New York City. A graduate of Brown University and recognized as one of Southern California’s top Salsa and Bachata dancers, she has performed and taught across the U.S. and internationally, and collaborated with recording artists on live shows and music videos.
Known for her playful femininity, elegant lines, and dynamic power, Brielle brings both artistry and athleticism to the dance floor. A long-time competitor, she holds titles from numerous prestigious championships, including The Summit, World Latin Dance Fest, and the Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress. Her creative choreography and original work as a director and producer have been featured in performances around the globe and online.
As an instructor and coach, Brielle is passionate about sharing movement mechanics in a way that feels accessible and empowering with her students. She learned to dance as an adult and loves teaching students of all ages and diverse backgrounds, as well as supporting others in finding a deeper connection to themselves and their creativity.
Students often call her “a fairy godmother with X-ray vision” for her unique ability to see the subtle shifts needed to unlock new technique, precision, and expression in dance. She is incredibly welcoming, patient, and nurturing, and will help you take your dance dreams to the next level.
You can learn more about Brielle and her creative work at www.helloitsbrielle.com/creative or connect with her on Instagram @helloitsbrielle.
Sign up for Brielle’s Bachata and Salsa classes at Motivo Dance LA on Thursday nights via the app here!
About Bachata Dance
Bachata was born in the Dominican Republic, where its heartfelt guitar rhythms and romantic lyrics told stories of love, longing, and connection. As the dance spread around the world, artists began to blend Bachata rhythms with pop and R&B sounds, creating a modern, “urban” take on Bachata that fused turn patterns and body movements from other dance styles.
In the late 2000s, Bachata found a second home in Spain, where dance artists Korke and Judith began integrating fluid body movements and lyrical musical interpretation into the dance. They structured and formalized their dance style, calling it Sensual Bachata and giving way to the worldwide phenomenon danced around the globe today.
As Bachata music and dance continue to spread around the world, influences from other styles like Zouk, Heels, Lyrical, and Ballroom are continuing to shape its evolution and define the ever-evolving art form. Yet even as it evolves, the heart of Bachata dance, like other social dances including Salsa, Swing, and Tango, remains about connection: With your partner, the music, and yourself.
Join Brielle Friedman and Motivto Dance LA to begin your dance journey into Bachata, a style celebrated and danced across the globe in all its forms — traditional, urban, and sensual — uniting people through music, movement, and the joy of shared rhythm.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No partner required! In class we rotate frequently so everyone gets a chance to dance and practice with different people. If you do come with a partner and prefer to stay together, that’s totally fine too. Just let the instructor know at the beginning of class.
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Wear shoes that are comfortable that you can move in. Dance shoes with suede soles are great, but not required — sneakers or flats with a smooth sole work just fine. Avoid shoes with a sticky, rubbery bottom, heavy boots, flip flops, or anything that sticks to the floor.
We also have shoes available for purchase at the studio when you’re ready to invest in a good pair of dance shoes!
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You can reserve your spot directly through Motivo LA’s app for iPhone or Android.
We recommend signing up in advance to guarantee your place and to make checking in before class quick and easy, but walk-ins are welcome!
We offer single drop-in class packages, 8-class packages, and 16-class packages. All classes expire one year from purchase, so you have plenty of time to use your credits!
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Yes! Motivo Dance LA offers weekly social practice sessions where you can apply what you’re learning in class in a fun, relaxed environment. It’s the perfect way to get more comfortable dancing with different partners and to enjoy the community.
Open practice sessions are included when you take any class that evening at the studio!
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The Intro to Bachata Special is a 6-week combo series for new dancers and those who want to kickstart their Bachata journey!
Over 6 weeks, you’ll move through our Intro class and Level 1 class—two progressive classes designed to help you learn and master the fundamentals to feel comfortable and confident on the dance floor.
That’s 90 minutes of focused instruction each week and (12 classes total), the fastest and most fun way to learn!