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FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Beginner Bootcamp: an Introduction to Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
Brazilian Samba Social with Live Music
Be transported to the dancehalls of Rio de Janeiro at this Brazilian music concert and dance party! Conveniently located at the beautiful Motivo LA, just off the 5 freeway in the Atwater Village neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Milonga del Sol
Milonga Del Sol at Motivo LA! We're looking forward to sharing a beautiful afternoon with you - filled with lovely tandas, warm hugs, delicious snacks and twilight ambience.
Club Velvet: Swing Dance feat. Carl Sonny Leyland
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
New Year’s Eve @ Motivo LA
New Year’s Eve at Motivo LA! Expect warm embraces, golden vibes, and a midnight toast with your tango family.
We are already counting down the tandas…
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Intro Series: West Coast Swing
This is a progressive West Coast Swing series designed for brand-new dancers.
✔ Absolute Basics & Six-Count Patterns
✔ No partner or experience required
Intro Series: Salsa On2
Each week, we’ll break down new material step by step and review what you’ve learned before - helping you develop a strong, confident foundation by the end of the series.
✔ No partner required
✔ All levels welcome
Club Velvet: Swing Dance feat. Jonathan Stout’s Campus Five
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Intro Series: 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 with their movement and self-expression.
Club Velvet: Swing Dance feat. San Lyon (Special 4th Saturday)
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Intro Series: Salsa On2
Each week, we’ll break down new material step by step and review what you’ve learned before - helping you develop a strong, confident foundation by the end of the series.
✔ No partner required
✔ All levels welcome
Intro Series: Tango
This progressive Tango Intro Series is designed for brand-new dancers:
✔Absolute Basics & Foundational Patterns
✔ No partner or experience required
Club Velvet: Swing Dance feat. Josh Collazo’s Jazzboree
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Summer of Samba: Gafieira Intensive
Be transported to the dancehalls of Rio de Janeiro at this Brazilian music concert and dance party! Conveniently located at the beautiful Motivo LA, just off the 5 freeway in the Atwater Village neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Intro to Swing Dancing
This is an intro class for Swing Dance designed for brand-new dancers.
Absolute Basic Steps & Patterns
✔ No partner or experience required
Club Velvet: Swing Dance with Live Music The Tiger Five starring Natalie Hanna Mendoza
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Milonga del Sol
Milonga Del Sol at Motivo LA! We're looking forward to sharing a beautiful afternoon with you - filled with lovely tandas, warm hugs, delicious snacks and twilight ambience.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Club Velvet Masquerade! Swing Dance with Live Music: Pino Noir
Join us for the 3rd edition of Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️. We’re excited to have the incredible Pino Noir, plus a pre-dance workshop.
Masquerade edition!
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Club Velvet: Swing Dance with Live Music: Jonathan Stout & his Campus Five Feat. Hilary Alexander
Join us for the 2nd edition of Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️. We’re excited to have the incredible Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five feat. Hilary Alexander, plus a pre-dance workshop led by the exceptional Steven Sayer and Karine Hermes.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
Beginner Bootcamp: an introduction to Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Club Velvet: Swing Dance with Live Music
Join us for the grand opening of Club Velvet - a night of live music, dancing, and community in a space made for it all. We’re kicking things off with the incredible Dave Stuckey & the Hot House Gang, plus a pre-dance workshop led by two legends of swing, Nick Williams and Sylvia Sykes.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Westivo: Westie Social w/ DJ Millie Marks
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Brazilian Samba Social with Live Music
Be transported to the dancehalls of Rio de Janeiro at this Brazilian music concert and dance party! Conveniently located at the beautiful Motivo LA, just off the 5 freeway in the Atwater Village neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Beginner Bootcamp Intensive: Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Beginner Bootcamp: an introduction to Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
Frankie Manning Favorites: Limited Lindy Hop Series
May is "Frankie Month," a period dedicated to celebrating the contributions of Frankie Manning, a legendary Lindy Hop dancer and choreographer.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Westivo: Westie Social with DJ Meredith & DJ Millie Marks
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
Westivo: Westie Social with DJ Millie
Join us as we kick off our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
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Music
Motivo LA presents creative music that transcends the boundaries of genre. Utilizing the warm and intimate space, artists and audience come together, building a community that is founded on artistic substance, sincere connection, and meaningful creation.
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Dance
At Motivo LA, dancers of all levels come together to explore the art of true social dancing—where improvisation, connection, and musicality take center stage, nurturing a culture rooted in presence, authenticity, and shared movement.
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Intro Classes
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