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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
At Motivo LA, our Intro Series are designed for absolute beginners to explore the foundations of social dancing in a welcoming, supportive environment. Through rhythm, connection, musicality, and movement, students build confidence step by step while discovering the joy of dance, community, and shared experience.
All Events
Club Velvet - Dave Stuckey & The Hot House Gang
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Intro to Swing Dancing & Live Band Night
Come experience the magic of Club Velvet — a one-of-a-kind night out in Los Angeles where live music, vintage ambiance, and social dancing come together for an unforgettable evening.
Lindy Hop: Intro Series
The Level 1 Intro Series is an introduction to Lindy Hop basics and fundamentals. You’ll learn fundamental figures as well as 6 count patterns.
Latin Hustle: Intro Series
This is a progressive Latin Hustle series designed for brand-new dancers.
✔ Absolute Basic Movements & Patterns
✔ No partner or experience required
West Coast Swing: Intro Series part 1
In this beginner-friendly intro series, you’ll build comfort with the rhythm, connection, and structure that form the backbone of West Coast Swing!
✔ No partner required
✔ No previous experience
Milonga Gavito
Milonga Gavito at Motivo LA 1st Friday of the month! We're looking forward to sharing a beautiful evening with you - filled with lovely tandas, warm hugs, delicious snacks!
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.
West Coast Swing (part 2): Whip Series
Whip Fundamentals & Intro to Eight-Count Patterns
✔ No partner required
✔ Complete the Intro series before joining the Whip series
Heels Fusion: Intro Series
Join us for Intro to Heels Fusion with Brielle!
For new dancers ready to stretch themselves with a different style. You’ll be learning a fusion heels combo to Christina Aguilera’s “Come On Over Baby” You can take this class in heels, flats, or bare feet.
Absolute beginners welcome!
Salsa On2: Intro Series
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
Noche Azul
Join us for Noche Azul! A night of Salsa and Bachata dancing, community, and connection in our vintage-inspired ballroom. 💙✨
Intro to Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Come experience the magic of Noche Azul — a Latin dance night that just might be one of LA’s best-kept secrets!
Hidden away inside the most unassuming space, Noche Azul feels like stepping into a secret speakeasy with welcoming vibes, an amazing dance floor, and complimentary lite bites all night long.
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 - Live Swing Band Social
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Intro to Swing Dancing & Live Band Night
Come experience the magic of Club Velvet — a one-of-a-kind night out in Los Angeles where live music, vintage ambiance, and social dancing come together for an unforgettable evening.
Bachata: Intro Series
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.
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.
West Coast Swing (part 2): Whip Series
Whip Fundamentals & Intro to Eight-Count Patterns
✔ No partner required
✔ Complete the Intro series before joining the Whip series
Noche Azul
Join us for Noche Azul! A night of Salsa and Bachata dancing, community, and connection in our vintage-inspired ballroom. 💙✨
Intro to Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Come experience the magic of Noche Azul — a Latin dance night that just might be one of LA’s best-kept secrets!
Hidden away inside the most unassuming space, Noche Azul feels like stepping into a secret speakeasy with welcoming vibes, an amazing dance floor, and complimentary lite bites all night long.
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 - Live Swing Band Social
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Intro to Swing Dancing & Live Band Night
Come experience the magic of Club Velvet — a one-of-a-kind night out in Los Angeles where live music, vintage ambiance, and social dancing come together for an unforgettable evening.
Salsa On2: Intro Series
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
Milonga Gavito
Milonga Gavito at Motivo LA 1st Friday of the month! We're looking forward to sharing a beautiful evening with you - filled with lovely tandas, warm hugs, delicious snacks!
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.
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 - Live Swing Band Social
Join us for Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️
Milonga Gavito
Milonga Gavito at Motivo LA 1st Friday of the month! We're looking forward to sharing a beautiful evening with you - filled with lovely tandas, warm hugs, delicious snacks!
Noche Azul
Join us for Noche Azul! A night of Salsa and Bachata dancing, community, and connection in our vintage-inspired ballroom. 💙✨
Intro to Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Come experience the magic of Noche Azul — a Latin dance night that just might be one of LA’s best-kept secrets!
Hidden away inside the most unassuming space, Noche Azul feels like stepping into a secret speakeasy with welcoming vibes, an amazing dance floor, and complimentary lite bites all night long.
Noche Azul
Join us for Noche Azul! A night of Salsa and Bachata dancing, community, and connection in our vintage-inspired ballroom. 💙✨
Intro to Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Come experience the magic of Noche Azul — a Latin dance night that just might be one of LA’s best-kept secrets!
Hidden away inside the most unassuming space, Noche Azul feels like stepping into a secret speakeasy with welcoming vibes, an amazing dance floor, and complimentary lite bites all night long.
Intro to Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Come experience the magic of Noche Azul — a Latin dance night that just might be one of LA’s best-kept secrets!
Hidden away inside the most unassuming space, Noche Azul feels like stepping into a secret speakeasy with welcoming vibes, an amazing dance floor, and complimentary lite bites all night long.
Noche Azul
Join us for Noche Azul! A night of Salsa and Bachata dancing, community, and connection in our vintage-inspired ballroom. 💙✨
Elmo Verano: The Music Edition
Join us for more than 24 hours of dancing with an incredible lineup of DJs, along with special live music experiences woven throughout the weekend — featuring both traditional tango music and alternative tango music.
Samba de Gafieira: Intro Series
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
Milonga Gavito
Milonga Gavito at Motivo LA 1st Friday of the month! We're looking forward to sharing a beautiful evening with you - filled with lovely tandas, warm hugs, delicious snacks!
Bachata: Intro Series
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.
Solo Jazz: Intro Series
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.
✔ All levels welcome
Intro Series: Balboa
This is a progressive Balboa series designed for brand-new dancers.
✔ Absolute Basic Movements & Patterns
✔ No partner or experience required
West Coast Swing: Intro Series (part 1)
Beginner Fundamentals & Intro to Six-Count Patterns
✔ No partner required
✔ Complete the Intro series before joining the Whip series
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 to Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Come experience the magic of Noche Azul — a Latin dance night that just might be one of LA’s best-kept secrets!
Hidden away inside the most unassuming space, Noche Azul feels like stepping into a secret speakeasy with welcoming vibes, an amazing dance floor, and complimentary lite bites all night long.
Noche Azul
Join us for Noche Azul! A night of Salsa and Bachata dancing, community, and connection in our vintage-inspired ballroom. 💙✨
Intro to Swing Dancing & Live Band Night
Come experience the magic of Club Velvet — a one-of-a-kind night out in Los Angeles where live music, vintage ambiance, and social dancing come together for an unforgettable evening.
Club Velvet - Jonathan Stout & his Rugcutters feat. Hilary Alexander
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.
Beginner Bootcamp: an introduction to Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
Samba de Gafieira: Weekend 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.
Salsa On2: Intro Series
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
Heels Fusion Series
Join us for a special pop-up Heels Fusion series with Briellle!
For intermediate dancers ready to stretch themselves with a different style. You’ll be learning a fusion heels combo to Raye’s “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” You can take this class in heels, flats, or bare feet.
Intro Series: Argentine Tango
This progressive Tango Intro Series is designed for brand-new dancers:
✔Absolute Basics & Foundational Patterns
✔ No partner or experience required
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.
Milonga Gavito
Milonga Gavito at Motivo LA 1st Friday of the month! We're looking forward to sharing a beautiful evening with you - filled with lovely tandas, warm hugs, delicious snacks!
Intro Series: Argentine Tango
This progressive Tango Intro Series is designed for brand-new dancers:
✔Absolute Basics & Foundational Patterns
✔ No partner or experience required
West Coast Swing (part 2): Whip Series
Whip Fundamentals & Intro to Eight-Count Patterns
✔ No partner required
✔ Complete the Intro series before joining the Whip series
Intro to Swing Dancing & Live Band Night
Come experience the magic of Club Velvet — a one-of-a-kind night out in Los Angeles where live music, vintage ambiance, and social dancing come together for an unforgettable evening.
Club Velvet feat. Nat & her Tiki Tigers
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.
Intro to Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Come experience the magic of Noche Azul — a Latin dance night that just might be one of LA’s best-kept secrets!
Hidden away inside the most unassuming space, Noche Azul feels like stepping into a secret speakeasy with welcoming vibes, an amazing dance floor, and complimentary lite bites all night long.
Noche Azul
Join us for Noche Azul! A night of Salsa and Bachata dancing, community, and connection in our vintage-inspired ballroom. 💙✨
Solo Jazz: Intro Series
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.
✔ All levels welcome