Bmore Urbana

3 Hour Bachata Bootcamp: 12-3PM

What to Expect
Get ready for an immersive and interactive journey into the world of bachata! This three-hour bootcamp will take you step-by-step through the essentials of this vibrant dance. Here’s what you can look forward to:
• A Warm Welcome & Salsa History: Start with an introduction to bachata's rich history, its cultural roots, and how it has evolved into the global phenomenon it is today.
• Feel the Rhythm: Learn to identify salsa music, connect with its unique rhythm, and develop the foundational footwork.
• Partner Work & Etiquette: Practice dancing with a partner—no partner needed to join! We’ll rotate partners and explore proper frame, posture, and the social etiquette of asking and dancing with someone at a social.
• Build Your Moves: Add fun, foundational moves like turns and shines to express yourself and elevate your dancing.
• Mock Dance Social: Wrap up the session with a mini social experience! Dimmed lights, great music, and a safe space to practice what you’ve learned with your classmates.
Expect a supportive environment, helpful guidance, and a few breaks along the way to keep you energized. Whether you’re here to have fun, try something new, or take the first step into the bachata community, you’ll leave feeling more confident and ready to hit the dance floor!

Bachata Madrid Step (Lateral Step) Workshop: 3-4PM
– For Advanced Beginners & Intermediate Dancers

Refine your flow, elevate your partner work, and master one of the most important steps in modern bachata.
This one-hour specialty workshop is designed for advanced beginner and intermediate bachata dancers who are ready to add precision, confidence, and style to their dancing through the Madrid Step (also known as the Lateral Step).

Here’s what we’ll cover:
✅ Learn the foundation – Understand the core technique and footwork for both leads and follows. Learn how to initiate, respond, and flow through the Madrid Step with control and confidence.
✅ Partner connection – This is a partner work-focused workshop (rotating partners encouraged). You’ll practice lead/follow dynamics to help execute the step in social dancing.
✅ Explore variations – We’ll start with the basic Madrid/Lateral Step and level up with two additional stylistic variations, giving you options for different songs, energies, and styles—from traditional to sensual to urban bachata.
✅ Why it matters – The Madrid Step is a must-know intermediate move that shows up across styles of bachata. It’s fun, dynamic, and essential for dancers looking to grow beyond the basics.

Bonus: Guest assistant instructor Allie will be supporting follows during this workshop to help you fine-tune the details in real time.

Bmore Urbana Presents | Cinco en la Ciudad 🎉
We’re teaming up with Mystique Brewery and Crosswood Catering for an epic Cinco de Mayo celebration in the heart of Pigtown! Join us for a night of dancing, food, drinks, and community vibes as we bring salsa, bachata, and merengue to the dance floor—plus Mexican street food and local brews to your plate.
Event Details:
📍 Location: Mystique Brewery & Lager House | 912 Washington Blvd, Baltimore, MD
🕔 Schedule:

• 5:00 PM – Doors & kitchen open
• 7:30 PM – Beginner Salsa Lesson
• 8:30 PM – Beginner Bachata Lesson
• 9:30 PM – 12:00 AM – Latin Dance Social (Salsa | Bachata | Merengue)

Not signed up for the 4-week progressive series but still want to dance?

No worries—single-class tickets are available!
Join us for just one Salsa class, one Bachata class, or both—plus access to the Latin Dance Social.
🎟️ Check out the ticket options and descriptions.
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‼️Special Note for Monday Series Students:
Monday, May 5th is the first night of Bmore Urbana’s 4-week Progressive Salsa & Bachata Dance Series!
While our series classes normally take place at Maryland Athletic Club in Harbor East, we’re kicking off Week 1 at Mystique Brewery as part of our Cinco en la Ciudad celebration.
Here’s how it works:

• If you’ve already registered for the 4-week series (Salsa, Bachata, or both),

your class for that night will be held at Mystique Brewery.

• Your progressive class AND the dance social are included with your series pass.
• All you need to do is check in at the door, grab your wristband, and enjoy the night!
• Food and drinks are sold separately—grab what you like from Mystique’s bar or order up from Crosswood Catering.

Four-Week Progressive Latin Dance Series: Salsa or Bachata

**Dates: Mondays
‼️May 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th, 2025‼️

‼️MAY DANCE SERIES‼️
Please Note: The first class of this series (Monday, May 5th) will take place at Mystique Brewery (912 Washington Blvd, Baltimore, MD – Pigtown) as part of a special Cinco de Mayo kickoff event: Cinco en la Ciudad.

This will be a crossover event in collaboration with Mystique Brewery and Crosswood Catering, featuring:

• A paid taco bar with authentic Mexican street food by Crosswood Catering
• Beers for purchase from Mystique Brewery’s local craft selection

With your $60 four-week progressive class ticket, you’ll receive:

• Free entry to Cinco en la Ciudad
• Free entry to the dance social from 9:30 PM to midnight

(Food and drinks are sold separately and not included in your class registration)

You are welcome to invite friends or family to join!
We’ve provided two additional links below:

💃🕺Bmore Urbana hosts Intermediate Salsa & Bachata classes every Tuesday night at the Maryland Athletic Club (MAC) in Harbor East.
Sign up in advance on Eventbrite or pay at the door—walk-ins are welcome!
Classes take place inside MAC’s Energy Studio, a spacious, mirrored studio with great floors, air conditioning, and a professional vibe.

📅 Schedule:
• 7:30–8:30 PM: Intermediate Salsa (On1 timing)
• 8:30–9:30 PM: Intermediate Bachata (Urban/Sensual fusion)
Instructor: Tiffany Vlard

These classes are not progressive—you’ll learn a fresh pattern each week with breakdowns to help you understand timing, connection, and technique so you can confidently add it to your social dancing.
No partner is required. Just bring your energy, your curiosity, and your dancing shoes.