Join our signature
training series
afro-latin dance
beginner
experience
📅 When? Jan 5th - Mar 30th
Sundays, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
schedule
2885 Ettie St, Oakland, CA 94608
where
Start the New Year dancing with our 12-week Afro Latin Dance Series! Join Angelica & Jahaira, two-time World Champions, as they teach the fundamentals, musicality, history, and evolution of Merengue, Salsa On1, and Bachata. Perfect for beginners and anyone eager to learn fundamentals, this series focuses on building social dance skills in a welcoming, inclusive community.
🌈 Queer-inclusive and open to all!
At In Lak’ech Dance Studio, we’re proud to create a safe space for everyone. This series is great for couples, but partners are not required—come solo, make new friends, and connect through dance.
Reserve your spot and dive into the rhythms of Afro Latin dance! A perfect opportunity to meet new people, dance with new friends, and embrace the joy of movement. 🌎
JANUARY 5TH - MARCH 30TH
✓ ✨ Pricing: 🔥 $400 starting Dec 1st
✓🎉 Scholarships Available!
✓ No partners necessary.
✓LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
✓NO REFUNDS
DETAILS
Ready to level up your Salsa On1 and/or Bachata game? 🌈✨
Join us at In Lak’ech Dance Academy for an 8-week journey focused on building confidence, connection, and pure dance joy! This series is for dancers with 6+ months of experience, and we’re here to make sure you feel at home, no matter where you are on your dance journey.✨
Social dancing is a vibrant and engaging form of expression that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers. At its heart, social dancing focuses on connection, communication, and enjoyment between partners, where each participant listens and responds to the other's movements and cues. Beyond technique, social dance emphasizes etiquette and respect, ensuring that all participants feel comfortable and included. Whether on a crowded dance floor or in an intimate setting, the essence of social dance lies in its ability to foster joy, creativity, and human connection.
Beyond the Basics
Intermediate
experience
schedule
📅 When? Jan. 7th - Feb. 25th
Every Tuesday!
🔸Salsa 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🔹Bachata 7:15PM - 8:15 PM
2885 Ettie St, Oakland, CA 94608
where
JANUARY 7TH - february 25TH
DETAILS
✓ 🎶 What? Salsa or bachata immersive dance training!
✓ ✨ Pricing starting Dec 2nd:
- Both Series:🔥 $400 until Jan 1st, 2025
✓LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
✓NO REFUNDS
✨Experience the Chingonx Series: Floreciendo en Movimiento – an 8-week journey of dance, healing, and empowerment. Learn a dynamic Bachata Fusion choreography, connect in community, and celebrate your strength and creativity.
🦋What to Expect:
•Learn a dynamic Bachata Fusion choreography by Angélica Medina
•Connect in community with intentional exercises that foster healing and collaboration.
•Strengthen your dance technique with professional training in footwork, body movement, and performance skills.
🎭 This 8 week series culminates in a personalized video performance AND/OR a live performance at Queer Sabor social on April 5th to honor your growth. Let’s bloom together!🌻
Chingonx Series:
Floreciendo Movimiento
experience
schedule
📅 When? Feb. 16th - Apr. 6th
Every Sunday!
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
2885 Ettie St, Oakland, CA 94608
where
FebrUARY 16TH - April 6TH
DETAILS
✓ 🎶 What? Bachata fusion dance choreography training!
✓ ✨Scholarships available.
✓ No partners necessary.
✓LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
✓NO REFUNDS
pricing
• Reduced Tier: $200
A limited number of reduced-cost spots are available for those facing financial hardship.
• Standard Tier: $275
Covers the costs of the series, including studio rental, instruction, and video production.
• Pay-It-Forward Tier: $350
Help us create opportunities for others by paying this higher rate, which contributes to scholarships and supports accessibility.
💡 How It Works:
Choose the tier that best fits your financial situation. If you’re in need of further assistance, you can apply for a scholarship (details below).
📝 How to Apply for a scholarship:
Please email us at inlakechdance@gmail.com and let us know you are interested in a scholarship and answer the following question: what does being part of a queer-inclusive dance space mean to you? We’ll notify applicants by February 1st.
what they say...
I had the time of my life taking the introductory series! I take a lot of dance classes to build my skills and develop as a dancer, and when I signed up for the fall series, I decided that I'd take this to have fun! And I had SO MUCH FUN! Each week I got to dance with lighthearted, funny talented, and genuinely kind folks. And because I saw most folks week after week, I developed sweet friendships with the people I danced with. I feel so fortunate to be in the In Lak'ech Dance community and to have learned from Angelica & Jahaira!
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We accept 30 students in each series. It is based on a first come first serve basis.
How many students are in the series?
We recommend that folks wear their masks. Please do share with Angelica and Jahaira any access needs that you might have so you can be supported to participate fully in class.
What is your Covid policy?
Questions? We've got you!
No, you are required to have a partner. We will be rotating partners in class.
Do I need a partner to join?
We do not offer refunds for any reason. However, your class registration can be transferred to another person if you cannot attend. Please email us at inlakechdance@gmail.com for more information.
What is your refund policy?
Yes, this series is for someone who has little to absolutely no experience dancing Bachata and or Salsa. However, if you have experience and want to brush up on your basic fundamentals, this series is for you too.
Is this series for beginners only?
Yes, we do! We never want money to stop someone from dancing. Please email us at inlakechdance@gmail.com to set up a payment plan.
Do we offer a payment plan?
If you have the time and resources to take both series, then go for it! Please be aware that you are committing yourself to 3 hours of dancing each week plus any extra rehearsal on your own.
Do you recommend we take both Salsa/Bachata series or just one series?
Our Bachata and Salsa series takes place once a week in Oakland for 90 minutes. It is a 12 week program (3months), 18 hours total per series.
How long is the program for?
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