Bachata Workshop
Gives the impulses and direction. In Bachata it's very subtle, small cues, big impact.
All Bachata bootcamps
Learn Bachata the fast and fun way
The world loves Bachata, and at Latin Bootcamp you learn the moves in a fun way from experienced Bachata coaches. No months-long course: in one three-hour afternoon you'll master the complete basics.
What we dance is called Bachata Fusion: the basis is Dominican Bachata, the original form from the Dominican Republic, complemented with elements from more modern styles. It's a dance with few rules but lots of footwork, where you constantly switch between open and closed positions. That makes it a dance you can enjoy socially anywhere in the world.
At Latin Bootcamp we mainly dance Dominican Bachata. Why? This style is the most danced worldwide. Dominican Bachata, unlike styles such as Bachata Sensual and Fusion, is not a show dance.
At Latin Bootcamp it's all about learning fast and dancing with pleasure. Choose the fast route if your busy schedule doesn't leave time for weekly dance lessons.
Book a Bachata Workshop on your own, with a partner or with a group. Latin Bootcamp is part of LatinWorkshop.nl.
We welcome everyone, of every age and every level. Our bootcamps are aimed at beginners and can also be given in English.
"A quality workshop with a lot of fun and attention to details and focus on the group level. Thanks a lot!"
Where does bachata come from?
Bachata comes from the Dominican Republic, where it was folk music for a long time. Only later did the dance spread to Europe, where more modern variations emerged with more body movement and longer, more stylized moves.
We consider Dominican Bachata to be the original form and it's what we focus on most: the footwork, the count and the playful connection. We also show elements from the more modern styles. That mix is what we call Bachata Fusion.
This way you understand where the movements come from, and later in your dance journey you can consciously choose: go deeper into the Dominican line, or head toward the sensual/modern style instead.
The original style: lots of footwork, playful, quickly switching between open and closed position. Can be danced socially anywhere in the world.
Originated in Europe: slower, with body waves and longer figures. We show you the basics of it, always with respect for your partner.
From traditional guitar bachata to modern remixes. You'll learn to recognize the count and the beat on the four, in any kind of track.
With the original basics in your body, you can later make a conscious choice about which style you want to grow into.
Choose your level
Never danced before? Perfect starting point. Rhythm, basic step and first figures.
Leader
Gives the impulses and direction. In Bachata it's very subtle, small cues, big impact.
Follower
Responds, adds body movement and their own style. The heart of a beautiful Bachata.
Great reasons to learn to dance at Latin Bootcamp
- · Passionate dance coaches
- · Book just for yourself, or for you and a partner
- · Add a lunch or dinner
After 3 hours you know the basic techniques.
New dance, new people, guaranteed laughs.
No weekly lessons: the basics in 3 hours.
Book multiple workshops and keep growing.
Saturday or Sunday
Our bachata bootcamps take place on weekends at Theater Zuidplein in Rotterdam. In one three-hour afternoon you'll learn the basics, the rhythm and the connection, with rotating partners on the floor. Come alone or together, both work fine.
3-hour bootcamp
We offer a three-hour bootcamp where you learn the basics of dancing to Latin music. Fun and experience are at the heart of it.
Couple ticket
Coming with a leader or follower? With the couple ticket you both dance for a better rate than two separate tickets.
Subscription
We're working on a subscription option for those who want to dance more often. Details coming soon.
We welcome everyone of every age and every level. At the bar of Theater Zuidplein you can easily order drinks, coffee, tea, water and all kinds of snacks. When the kitchen is open, you can also grab a bite or a meal before or after your bootcamp.
Also fun for you
Cuban salsa as the original basis: circular, playful and social. Can be danced anywhere in the world.
Merengue, like our Bachata, comes from the Dominican Republic. A fairly simple dance you'll hear a lot in clubs: fast, but very easy to follow once you get the count. Perfect for beginners.
Reggaeton makes Latin dance even hotter, tougher and more versatile: fast on a great beat. We mostly dance Salsaton, a combination of Salsa and Reggaeton, with moves you can use well in your solo Salsa.
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