Welcome to our Bachata dance classes
Bachata is a music genre and dance originating from the Dominican Republic, where simple steps evolved into several distinct styles. Today, Bachata is danced worldwide and continuously changes with new elements, techniques, and creative variations. The three most popular styles are Dominican Bachata, a traditional form known for its playful, rhythmic footwork; Bachata Moderna, which features more turns, close holds, and figures; and Bachata Sensual, the newest and most popular style, known for its smooth body leading, waves, isolations, and dramatic movements. Sensual Bachata is danced to modern songs, often pop remixes, and involves more close contact. This style originated in Spain.
To better understand the differences between these three styles, you can watch this video.
At DanceDifferent Bachata Prague, we believe that mastering the dance requires understanding all its styles. Although each style has its unique characteristics, in practice, clubs often play a mix of Dominican, Moderna, and Sensual Bachata, and experienced dancers adapt their dance and style to the music.
At the beginner level we initially focus more on Bachata Moderna elements (levels Bachata 0 and 1), because this is the style that introduced the basic turns and figures, building a strong foundation for beginners. Starting from Bachata 1 and more intensively at Bachata 2 and higher, we introduce elements of Bachata Sensual, adding more complex body leads, isolations, and body waves. Additionally, to ensure you can enjoy dancing to authentic Dominican music at parties, we incorporate some Dominican Bachata elements from level Bachata 2, focusing on energetic steps, footwork, and playful rhythmic interpretation.
With this approach, you’ll not only learn how to dance but also how to naturally respond to the music and enjoy Bachata in any style. Join us at DanceDifferent Bachata Prague and discover the magic of this beautiful dance!
Beginners to advanced
Our Bachata Levels
We build dancers that others enjoy dancing with.
Bachata 0
Introduction class
Beginners should start with one Introduction class where you will learn the Bachata basic steps, turns and important first leading & following techniques.
Bachata 1
Beginners
In Bachata 1, you’ll learn 10 essential beginner moves and figures, including the half turn, inside and outside turns, hammerlock, basic waves, and more. Plus, you’ll work on most important skill of all—proper leading and following technique.
Bachata 2
Intermediate
You’ll dive into more advanced bachata dance techniques and skills, explore a variety of exciting figures, and start developing your musicality and body movement.
Bachata 3
Advanced
For the brave & capable, bachata 3 is our highest level Bachata class with much more advanced techniques and variations, more sensual elements and longer patterns.
Not sure about the level?
If you already have experience with Cuban Salsa. Come for a free 15 min consultation where we will allocate you to the right level.