5 Bachata Classes in Mumbai You Need To Know About
A dance form that’s become the talk of the town, Bachata is a genre of Latin American music with origin from the Dominican Republic with elements of Africana and European music. An 8-beat dance similar to Salsa, Bachata concentrates more on hip and foot movements. Known to be a sensual dance, Bachata is becoming a popular form of fitness for dance lovers in Mumbai resulting in many institutes that give special training in the dance form. So if you like to jiggy viggy, here are the 5 popular Bachata classes you need to know about.
1. Madmax Academy of Dance
One of the best dance academies in Mumbai, Madmax Academy of Dance is known for its internationally trained artists and top-notch services. They specialize in Latin and freestyle dancing and can teach you the A to Z of Bachata and its various styles.
Where: Studio 108, Parameswar Bhavan, 14th Road, Khar West, Next to Bblunt Salon Maharashtra 400050
When: 10 am to 9 pm
Cost: Rs. 2200 onwards
Contact: +91 9819684891 / +91 7337812659
2. Conrad Coelho Dance Company
Conrad Coelho’s a well-known name in Latin and ballroom dancing in India. With outlets in multiple locations across the city, Conrad Coelho’s Dance Company is a reliable place to learn some swift Bachata moves. With a wide array of dance forms being taught, Conrad Coelho’s Dance Company is famous for its top-notch facilities and well-groomed trainers. Plus, you also get to do a free trial class before you decide to take it up. For the schedule of the trial class check their website
Where: Phoenix Mills Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Upper Worli, Worli (Multiple locations)
When: 10 am to 8 pm
Cost: Rs. 2000 onwards
Contact: 098331 71543
3. Cornel and Rithika Bachata Sensual
Professional choreographers Rithika and Cornel and internationally acclaimed for their Bachata performances. These artists are also fabulous teachers as they help you learn the art of swaying. Rithika and Cornel take special workshops and classes in between their busy schedule at the many studios across the city. To keep track of their classes follow them on Instagram and Facebook.
Where: B-402, Kotia Nirman, Industrial Area, New Link Rd, Andheri West. Apart from this they also teach at other studios in the city. To know more follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
When: Timings keep fluctuating
Cost: Rs. 2500 onwards
Contact: 098198 78415 / dancespace008@gmail.com
4. VR Dancesport
With batches in five locations across the city, VR Dancesport is surely in demand for their dance training. Founded by Rajeswari Vaidyanathan, VR Dancesport is one of the oldest dance schools in Mumbai teaching authentic dance forms to hundreds. Trust them to groom you into a dancer even if you’ve got two left feet. Check their website for more details.
Where: Jumping Genius, Plot No. 726 Sethi Dham, Ground Floor, Next to Hinduja Health Club, Near Khar Telephone Exchange, Khar West
When: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost: Rs. 2000 onwards
Contact: +919920053329/ +919819950806
5. Dance Central Mumbai
At Dance Central, you can learn not only Bachata but other dance forms such as Bollywood, Salsa and Urban dance as well. Run by passionate dancers the two branches of Dance Central in Bandra and Andheri offer a free trial as well for you to try it out before you decide to jump all in. For the schedule of their next trial class check their website or call them.
Where: Studio 11, Shop No. 10, Natraj Building, Hill Road, Bandra West
When: Saturday 8 pm to 9 pm
Cost: Rs. 2000 onwards. Prices vary for different classes.
Contact: 7045645632
