Duration: 1 hour; $15; Despite everything that Portland has going for it, it's never really had too strong of a Salsa Dancing scene. Help change that by attending this class, based on expertise from salsa's birthplace, the East Coast! Learn the fundamentals of this intense dance style, strongly influenced by the dances of Cuba and Puerto Rico. This is a great way to spice up a relationship, or meet new people. So get ready to learn some new moves in a warm, welcome environment, where everyone is encouraged to let loose!
Learn the fundamentals of salsa dancing, as taught on the East Coast
Spice up a relationship or meet new people in a comfortable, inviting place
Get a great workout while learning a new skill
Zumba
Duration: 1 hour; $10; Zumba. Try saying it out loud. Zoooooom-bahhh. It's fun, right? Well if you like fun, you'll have a ball in Vitalidad Movement Arts Center's Zumba class, where you'll practice dance moves that combine a number of different styles -- salsa, reggaeton, merengue, African dance, hip hop and more! You'll get an awesome aerobic workout while sculpting your legs, abs, glutes, and arms. It's a party atmosphere, filled with great tunes and nice, happy people all sweating their butts off. No prior experience is needed. Working out shouldn't be this fun, but somehow it is!
Sweat off the pounds, tone your muscles, and have fun while you do it
Practice a variety of dance styles, including salsa, reggaeton, merengue, african dance, hip hop and more
Combine fast and slow rhythm workouts to achieve an effective aerobic burn while targeting legs, glutes, abs, and arms
Enjoy the dance party atmosphere, grooving to great tunes with great people
Brazilian Zouk
Duration: 1 hour; $15; Brazilian Zouk is a contagious dance form-- once everyone sees how much fun you're having, they'll all want to join in! Spend a joyous hour affirming your freedom and your harmony with the universe, engaging in Brazilian cultural expression, and performing an elegant, sexy dance style. This class is ideal for students with little to no Zouk training. You'll learn new moves, get a great workout, and enjoy an incredibly fun, welcoming environment. Working out shouldn't be this fun, but somehow, it is!
Learn about Brazilian Zouk, the dance form that expresses joy, freedom and harmony
Practice new moves while getting a great whole-body workout
Meet new people in a welcoming and fun environment, led by expert teacher Nathalia Carbajal
Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds; all sales are final.