bachata Archives - Learn To Dance https://learndance.co.uk/tag/bachata/ Ballroom & Latin American Dance School based in Berkshire & Buckinghamshire Sat, 12 Oct 2024 09:31:47 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://learndance.co.uk/test2/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/cropped-LTD-Logo-800-32x32.jpg bachata Archives - Learn To Dance https://learndance.co.uk/tag/bachata/ 32 32 Beginner Bachata Course Sunday 13th October https://learndance.co.uk/2024/09/13/beginner-bachata-course-sunday-13th-october/ Fri, 13 Sep 2024 13:55:08 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4951 Join us for a 4-week Beginner Bachata Course starting from Sunday 13th October. Only £35pp. No Partner Necessary!

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Dance to the Sensual Beats of Bachata at Learn To Dance!

Ready to dive into the smooth, romantic rhythms of Bachata? Join us for our 4-week Beginner Bachata Course starting on Sunday 13th October at 6pm. Whether you’re new to dance or just curious about Bachata, this course at Learn To Dance is designed to help you move with confidence and ease.

Beginner Bachata Course Details:

  • Start Date: Sunday 13th October 2024
  • Time: 6 PM
  • Duration: 4 Weeks
  • Location: Learn To Dance, Cherry Orchard Pavilion, Britwell Road, Burnham, SL1 8DL
  • Cost: £35 per person

What is Bachata?

Bachata is a beautiful, sensual dance originating from the Dominican Republic, known for its close connection and smooth, rhythmic movements. Our four-week Beginner Bachata Course is perfect for beginners, with easy-to-follow lessons that will introduce you to the basic steps and techniques. Whether you want to learn for fun, fitness, or to take your social dancing to the next level, this course is for you!

No Partner? No Problem!

At Learn To Dance, you don’t need to bring a partner. Our classes are welcoming and inclusive, ensuring that everyone gets to dance and practice with others in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Why Learn Bachata?

Bachata is not only an enjoyable dance, but it’s also a great way to improve your coordination, rhythm, and connection with your dance partners. The smooth movements are great for flexibility and balance, and it’s a fantastic way to add a little romance and fun to your evenings.

Want a sneak peek of some of the basic beginner Bachata steps you’ll learn in the Beginner Bachata Course? Check out a clip from one of our classes:

Book Beginner Bachata Course

Spaces for our Beginner Bachata course are limited, so don’t miss out! Sign up by visiting our full booking system, using the option below, or contact us for more information. Let the music and motion of Bachata sweep you off your feet!

Booking for another person? Use our full booking system.

Join us at Learn To Dance for this exciting new course, and discover the joy of dancing Bachata. We can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!

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Weekly Update Sunday 16th June 2024 https://learndance.co.uk/2024/06/16/weekly-update-sunday-16th-june-2024/ Sun, 16 Jun 2024 08:06:32 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4853 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 16th June, including Bachata & Waltz in our adult group classes and the start of our Bachata course on Monday.

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    Instagram…flipping marvelous

    Non-dance related, but we thought you might appreciate Antony’s pancake flipping technique!

    As always, likes and comments really help us on social media so please feel free to click those buttons!


    New Marketing Launching

    Image of a couple ballroom dancing.  The leader has their back to the camera and the follower is smiling over the leader's shoulder

    You will notice over the next few weeks that we will be videoing/photographing at various points during classes and lessons. This is to accompany a new marketing campaign that we are launching.

    You’ll also begin to see more regular video content released on our social media channels as a result.

    There are also posters up around the studio with a QR code that you can scan to leave us a review on Google. We’d really appreciate it if you would give us a quick review as we’re aiming to get from 17 reviews up to 100!


    Bachata Course

    Merengue Class

    Our Bachata course starts from Monday 17th June at 7pm. It will be an initial 6 week course and will be extended if enough students wish to continue.

    The course costs £50pp and will aim to start with the basics of the dance.

    We still have a few spaces left if you’re interested in joining us.


    Social Foxtrot Course

    Having fun in a Learn To Dance private lesson

    Always wanted to know how to dance the Social Foxtrot?

    Or maybe you’ve been dancing with us for years and have forgotten this useful social dance for when space is tight?

    This course is primarily aimed at beginners looking to focus on the Social Foxtrot and master the basics but we expect to end up covering the entire Social Foxtrot and is a good choice even for experienced dancers.

    The course will run for 4 weeks and cost £35 per person.


    Simply Swing Live Band Event

    Advert for our Simply Swing Live Band Ballroom and Latin American dance social event on Friday 28th June 2024

    For our June social we have invited a wonderful Ballroom and Latin American band, Simply Swing, to come to the studio.

    The evening will feature 3 x 40minute live sets, with recorded music provided during the breaks.

    Tickets cost £50pp and the event is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please click here.

    We only have 4 tickets remaining!!! More Details…


    Bournemouth Dance Weekend

    Happy couples wearing 'Guys and Molls' Charleston theme for a Quickstep dance weekend, in a Ballroom dance hold and leaning towards the camera

    Our Bournemouth Dance Weekend will take place at The Queens Hotel & Spa this year from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

    This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

    We only have 1 Solo room remaining. All other rooms are now fully booked.


    Summer Dinner & Dance

    Summer barbecue dinner and dance spread

    Our summer dinner & dance takes place on Friday 9th August. Doors open at 7pm with food ready around 7.30pm/7.45pm.

    The menu includes a selection of meats, halloumi kebabs, five side dishes and a summer dessert.

    The evening costs £40pp and includes a welcome drink. We are already 20% booked!


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules

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    Weekly Update Sunday 9th June 2024 https://learndance.co.uk/2024/06/07/weekly-update-sunday-9th-june-2024/ Fri, 07 Jun 2024 18:53:57 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4850 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sun 9th June, including Argentine Tango & Bachata in our adult group classes. Our booking system will be offline on Sunday 9th June from 5am but should be back online at 7am.

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  • What are we doing this week?
  • News
  • Looking Further Ahead (within the next month)
  • Download latest print-outs
  • News and Notices

    Instagram…upcoming events

    A quick update on some of the upcoming events and courses we have coming up.


    Booking System Maintenance

    Learn To Dance website redesign 2019

    The software company that provide our booking system are performing a major system update on Sunday morning.

    This means that the system will be unavailable from 5am, expected back online at 7am. Hopefully this shouldn’t affect any of you, but just to make you aware.


    Bachata Course Rescheduled

    Merengue Class

    Our Bachata course is now scheduled to start from Monday 17th June at 7pm. It will be an initial 6 week course and will be extended if enough students wish to continue.

    The course costs £50pp and will aim to start with the basics of the dance. We are currently 20% booked for this course.


    Social Foxtrot Course

    Having fun in a Learn To Dance private lesson

    Always wanted to know how to dance the Social Foxtrot?

    Or maybe you’ve been dancing with us for years and have forgotten this useful social dance for when space is tight?

    This course is primarily aimed at beginners looking to focus on the Social Foxtrot and master the basics but we expect to end up covering the entire Social Foxtrot and is a good choice even for experienced dancers.

    The course will run for 4 weeks and cost £35 per person.


    Simply Swing Live Band Event

    Advert for our Simply Swing Live Band Ballroom and Latin American dance social event on Friday 28th June 2024

    For our June social we have invited a wonderful Ballroom and Latin American band, Simply Swing, to come to the studio.

    The evening will feature 3 x 40minute live sets, with recorded music provided during the breaks.

    Tickets cost £50pp and the event is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please click here.

    We only have 4 tickets remaining!!! More Details…


    Bournemouth Dance Weekend

    Happy couples wearing 'Guys and Molls' Charleston theme for a Quickstep dance weekend, in a Ballroom dance hold and leaning towards the camera

    Our Bournemouth Dance Weekend will take place at The Queens Hotel & Spa this year from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

    This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

    We only have 1 Solo room remaining. All other rooms are now fully booked.

    Photos of the Queen’s Hotel & Spa

    Summer Dinner & Dance

    Summer barbecue dinner and dance spread

    Our summer dinner & dance takes place on Friday 9th August. Doors open at 7pm with food ready around 7.30pm/7.45pm.

    The menu includes a selection of meats, halloumi kebabs, five side dishes and a summer dessert.

    The evening costs £40pp and includes a welcome drink. We are currently over 15% booked for this already!


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events


    Downloads

    Download our most recent schedules

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    Weekly Update Sunday 24th September https://learndance.co.uk/2023/09/23/weekly-update-sunday-24th-september/ Sat, 23 Sep 2023 10:08:18 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4244 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sunday 24th September 2023, including our Sally-Ann Cha Cha workshop on Sunday.

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  • What are we doing this week?
    • Workshops:
      • Sun 1.30pm – Sally-Ann Cha Cha Sequence Dance
  • News
  • Looking Further Ahead (within the next month)
  • News and Notices

    Instagram…a quick Erin Boag promotion

    Sorry didn’t do much with Instagram this week except promote our upcoming workshops.

    Remember social media uses algorithms to determine what content to show to people, so if you have a moment we always appreciate any likes/comments on our content.


    Sally-Ann Cha Cha Sequence & Social

    Sequence Fun Dance

    Our next Sequence & Social workshop will be the Sally-Ann Cha Cha this Sunday 24th September.

    Normally we spend 30-45mins teaching that month’s sequence dance, and then the rest of the session is dedicated to Ballroom, Latin & Sequence practice.

    The workshop costs £15pp and includes free tea & coffee (but please bring your own mugs).


    Halloween Social

    2013 Halloween fancy dress

    Friday 27th October will be our Halloween Social. Dressing up is not compulsory, but greatly appreciated.

    The social will run from 7.30pm-10pm and costs £8pp.

    Please bring your own drinks and nibbles (no nibbling on necks allowed!!!).


    Winter Dinner & Dance

    valentine dinner and dance at Learn To Dance in Burnham. A number of people sat at tables and chairs eating.

    Come along for a winter dinner and dance at our Cherry Orchard Studio on Friday 3rd November. Bubbly reception, a two course meal, followed by dancing.

    £37.50 per person, deadline for booking 27th October.

    You can choose from Roast Beef Sirloin, Supreme of Salt Cod or a Vegetarian Garden Pie for your main. Dessert will be a Raspberry Cheesecake with Limoncello Ice Cream.


    Erin Boag Ballroom Workshops

    On Sunday 12th November Erin Boag will be joining us to provide an afternoon of Ballroom dance workshops.

    There will be four workshops, one for each dance, starting from 2pm until 6pm. You can book each workshop for £20pp, or to book for more than one we offer discounted options.

    Please note all workshops are almost 2/3rds booked.


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events

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    Weekly Update Sunday 17th September https://learndance.co.uk/2023/09/16/weekly-update-sunday-17th-september/ Sat, 16 Sep 2023 07:47:05 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4202 Here's what's going on at the studio for the week commencing Sunday 17th September 2023. Kid's Classes and Fitsteps have resumed.

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  • What are we doing this week?
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    Instagram…when practice goes wrong

    Let this be a lesson to you all, when practicing at home make sure you check your surroundings!


    Salsa Course

    Our Salsa course started last Monday but you are welcome to join from this Monday. This will be the last chance to join this initial course, there may be opportunities to join at an extension.


    Sally-Ann Cha Cha Sequence & Social

    Sequence Fun Dance

    Our next Sequence & Social workshop will be the Sally-Ann Cha Cha on Sunday 24th September.

    Normally we spend 30-45mins teaching that month’s sequence dance, and then the rest of the session is dedicated to Ballroom, Latin & Sequence practice.


    Halloween Social

    2013 Halloween fancy dress

    Friday 27th October will be our Halloween Social. Dressing up is not compulsory, but greatly appreciated.

    The social will run from 7.30pm-10pm and costs £8pp.


    Winter Dinner & Dance

    valentine dinner and dance at Learn To Dance in Burnham. A number of people sat at tables and chairs eating.

    Come along for a winter dinner and dance at our Cherry Orchard Studio on Friday 3rd November. Bubbly reception, a two course meal, followed by dancing.

    £37.50 per person, deadline for booking 27th October.

    You can choose from Roast Beef Sirloin, Supreme of Salt Cod or a Vegetarian Garden Pie for your main. Dessert will be a Raspberry Cheesecake with Limoncello Ice Cream.


    Erin Boag Ballroom Workshops

    On Sunday 12th November Erin Boag will be joining us to provide an afternoon of Ballroom dance workshops.

    There will be four workshops, one for each dance, starting from 2pm until 6pm. You can book each workshop for £20pp, or to book for more than one we offer discounted options.

    HOWEVER as a special early-bird offer you can book all four for £60 up until Sunday 17th September.

    Please note all workshops are already at least 33% booked (with Waltz 50% booked). Erin will be sharing to her own students and social media channels on Monday, so this is likely your last chance to book in.


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events

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    Weekly Update Sunday 2nd July https://learndance.co.uk/2023/07/02/weekly-update-sunday-2nd-july-2023/ Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:02:57 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4082 Here's what's going on at the studio this week, for the week commencing Sunday 2nd July 2023, plus other news updates

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  • What are we doing this week?
    • Adult Group: Merengue/Bachata & Waltz
    • RBWM ‘SMILE’ Over 50s Sequence & Social – Fri 2pm (at Braywick Leisure Centre)
  • News
  • Looking Further Ahead (within the next month)
  • News and Notices

    Instagram…lovely lavender

    As part of their continuing drive to be more eco-conscious Burnham Parish Council have planted lavender on one side of the studio.

    Not only will this provide help with saving the bees, but it also brightens up an area that had begun to look very untidy. As always we’re very thankful for the care and attention put into the surroundings and make our studio such a lovely location to visit, even when you’re not dancing.


    Introducing Bachata

    Merengue Class

    In our quest to make sure that you can dance to ANY piece of music we are introducing a new dance, the Bachata.

    We will be recapping this in all classes this week, except for the Sunday night, Monday night and Wednesday afternoon classes (which will still do Merengue).

    Bachata, like Merengue, hails from the Dominican Republic but has a more free-flowing rhythm.

    We look forward to introducing you to this fun dance. Going forward the final dance in our rotation will cycle between Merengue, Mambo, and Bachata for all classes except those listed above which will still be Merengue.


    Jive & Waltz Course Extensions

    Learn To Dance Group Lesson at Cherry Orchard Studio

    Our One Dance Courses in both Waltz & Jive will be extended for an additional 6 weeks.

    Those who have attended the previous 6 weeks, or are at least Improver 2 level, are welcome to sign up for the extensions.

    Courses cost £45 per person and you can book below (to reserve a space for another person please visit the full booking system).

    It is still possible to join the Jive course this week, but it is your last chance on this current extension and you’ll have to contact us to book.


    Sindy Swing Workshop & Social

    Sequence Fun Dance

    Our next sequence dance workshop and social will be the Sindy Swing on Sunday 30th July.

    These workshops teach the sequence dance, normally between 30-45 minutes (unless it’s Argentine Stroll!), and then are followed up by social ballroom, Latin and sequence dancing.

    The session lasts for 2 hours and includes free tea & coffee.


    Summer Dinner & Dance

    We’re already over a quarter booked for our Summer Dinner & Dance on Friday 11th August.

    The menu includes a selection of sausages, burgers, marinated chicken and halloumi kebabs to choose from. As for sides, coleslaw and potato salad are joined with a rocket salad, trio of tomato and roasted vegetable couscous.

    Tickets cost £32.50pp and final numbers are required by 4th August 2023.

    To book for another person you will need to visit the full booking system or contact us.

    Read more…


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events

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    Weekly Update Sunday 25th June https://learndance.co.uk/2023/06/24/weekly-update-sunday-25th-june-2023/ Sat, 24 Jun 2023 14:57:02 +0000 https://learndance.co.uk/?p=4069 Here's what's going on at the studio this week, for the week commencing Sunday 25th June 2023, plus other news updates

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  • What are we doing this week?
    • Adult Group: Argentine Tango & Merengue/Bachata
    • RBWM ‘SMILE’ Over 50s Sequence & Social – Fri 2pm (at Braywick Leisure Centre)
  • News
  • Looking Further Ahead (within the next month)
  • News and Notices

    Instagram…world of pure imagination

    After getting a great last minute deal on some tickets we decided to take the kids to see Charlie and The Chocolate Factory The Musical at the New Wimbledon Theatre last night.

    It was a great night with some interesting effects used to recreate some of the set pieces from the original film. Thankfully the kids fell asleep on the way home!


    Tango Serida Workshop & Social

    Sequence Fun Dance

    Our next sequence dance workshop and social will be the Tango Serida on Sunday 25th June.

    These workshops teach the sequence dance, normally between 30-45 minutes (unless it’s Argentine Stroll!), and then are followed up by social ballroom, Latin and sequence dancing.

    The session lasts for 2 hours and includes free tea & coffee.


    Introducing Bachata

    Merengue Class

    In our quest to make sure that you can dance to ANY piece of music we are introducing a new dance, the Bachata.

    This will come in for all classes this week, except for the Sunday night, Monday night and Wednesday afternoon classes (which will still do Merengue).

    Bachata, like Merengue, hails from the Dominican Republic but has a more free-flowing rhythm.

    We look forward to introducing you to this fun dance. Going forward the final dance in our rotation will cycle between Merengue, Mambo, and Bachata for all classes except those listed above which will still be Merengue.


    Jive & Waltz Course Extensions

    Learn To Dance Group Lesson at Cherry Orchard Studio

    Our One Dance Courses in both Waltz & Jive will be extended for an additional 6 weeks.

    Those who have attended the previous 6 weeks, or are at least Improver 2 level, are welcome to sign up for the extensions.

    Courses cost £45 per person and you can book below (to reserve a space for another person please visit the full booking system).


    June Social Dance

    Looking for a chance to practice what you’ve been learning in classes? Our next social dance is on Friday 30th June.

    The social runs from 7.30pm-10pm and costs £8 per person.

    You are welcome to bring your own drinks and nibbles.

    Read more…


    Bournemouth Booking Deadline

    Red & Black 'Latin Love' theme

    A reminder that the ability to pay a deposit for our Bournemouth Dance Break, with the balance payable up until the end of August, ends on Friday 30th June.

    Any further bookings after this date need to be paid in full.

    To book for another person you will need to visit the full booking system or contact us.

    Read more…


    Summer Dinner & Dance

    Bookings are already coming in for our Summer Dinner & Dance on Friday 11th August.

    The menu includes a selection of sausages, burgers, marinated chicken and halloumi kebabs to choose from. As for sides, coleslaw and potato salad are joined with a rocket salad, trio of tomato and roasted vegetable couscous.

    Tickets cost £32.50pp and final numbers are required by 4th August 2023.

    To book for another person you will need to visit the full booking system or contact us.

    Read more…


    Upcoming

    Dance Workshops

    Social Events

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