The 4 Best Dance Classes in the Dominican Republic

1.Bachata or Salsa Dance Classes

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · 1 hour · from $40Our pick

Meet Ari at Parque Iberoamérica for a private one-hour Salsa or Bachata class in English. Beginners and experienced dancers get personal coaching on rhythm, basic steps, partner connection, and styling. Classes may also take place at your hotel, Airbnb, or home, depending on location.

“It was a pleasure to meet Ari(Happy feet) and spend a lovely hour with him. He is a wonderful instructor( rhythm guru)as I called him, that will teach you how to connect your mind,body and soul with the rhythm of the music and release yourself to the beat. Unique experience !”

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2.Learn to dance Bachata like a pro in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 17 reviews · 1 hour · from $39

At BAILA dance studio in La Altagracia, a professional Dominican instructor teaches you Bachata in one lively hour. You’ll learn the basic steps alone, practice with partners, and get personal tips. David is praised for his patience and humor, while English, Spanish, and French instruction is available.

“Ha sigo genial. David es divertido, le encanta bailar y tiene paciencia para enseñar. Hace que todo sea cómodo y agradable. Me he divertido mucho y tengo algunos pasos para practicar. El tiempo pasa volando. Volveré”

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3.Latin dance classes: Salsa and more

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 13 reviews · 1 hour · from $35Best value

Learn salsa, bachata, and merengue in a Santo Domingo studio with Alexa or another Saoko Experience instructor. Classes suit beginners and intermediate dancers, with English, Spanish, or French instruction. Choose a daytime or evening lesson, then join social dancing from 10 p.m. on Wednesday through Sunday.

“La actividad fue muy divertida. Alexa fue muy amable y paciente. Gracias a ella hemos podido aprender los pasos básicos de la bachata dominicana. ¡Ahora solo nos queda seguir practicando! Sin duda, lo recomendamos.”

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4.Bachata Social Dancing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Meet in Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial for a two-hour bachata night led in English by friendly instructors, including guide Ari on some outings. You’ll visit several local dance bars and clubs, get help on the floor, and meet other dancers. Drinks, food, and transport are extra.

“Ari molto simpatico e cordiale. Preferirei che ballasse di più o facesse conoscere di più il ballo locale invece di limitarsi a portarti nel locale”

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