4820 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago
Bachata Classes in Chicago
The smoothest way into Latin dancing — 4-week beginner bachata courses for $95, no partner needed.
Prefer to talk? Text/Call 717-727-2622 717-727-2622
Studio hours: Monday–Sunday, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Group classes run at the times on the schedule. Privates by appointment.
What you'll learn
- The bachata basic step — in place, side to side and traveling
- Timing: how to hear the guitar and stay on the beat
- Turns for both partners, led clearly and followed comfortably
- Connection and frame — the skill that makes bachata feel smooth
- Beginner patterns you can use the same night at a social
- Floor craft and etiquette for a busy dance floor
Weekly class times in Chicago
Bachata — Level 1
7:00 pm · 55 min · Beginner
Bachata — Level 2
7:00 pm · 55 min · Intermediate
Bachata — Level 1
8:00 pm · 55 min · Beginner
Salsa / Bachata / Cumbia Drop-In + Practice
7:00 PM · 3 hr 45 min · Beginners welcome
Bachata — Level 2
12:00 pm · 55 min · Intermediate
Bachata — Level 1
2:00 pm · 55 min · Beginner
No partner needed — we rotate partners all class long. Missed a class? You have 4 weeks from your start date to make it up at no extra cost.
Bachata is where a huge share of Chicago dancers fall in love with Latin dancing. The basic step is forgiving, the music is everywhere, and the dance rewards connection over flashy moves. Our Level 1 course starts from zero: week one is the step and the timing, and by week four you're turning and dancing full songs.
Courses run in progressive 4-week cycles for $95, with free make-up classes within four weeks of your start date. No partner needed — we rotate all class long. Most students pair bachata with salsa; add a second style for $55.
Then come practice at our Friday social (1st & 3rd Fridays, 7-11 pm) at 4820 W. Irving Park Rd in Chicago — Bachata lesson at 7:50 pm, then open dancing until 11. An easy trip from Portage Park, Old Irving Park, Avondale and Logan Square.
Common questions
Do I need a partner for bachata classes in Chicago?
- No. We rotate partners throughout the whole class, so coming solo is the norm, not the exception.
Is bachata good for total beginners?
- Yes — bachata's basic step is one of the most beginner-friendly in Latin dance. Level 1 starts from the very first step and builds over four weeks.
How much do bachata classes cost?
- $95 for the 4-week progressive course, with free make-up classes within four weeks of your start date. Add a second style for $55.
What do you teach in Bachata Level 1?
- The basic step in place and traveling, timing to the music, turns for both partners, and the connection that makes bachata feel smooth instead of stiff.
Where can I dance bachata in Chicago?
- After class, our Friday social (1st & 3rd Fridays, 7-11 pm) at 4820 W. Irving Park Rd features a Bachata lesson at 7:50 pm followed by open dancing. $15.
What are the studio hours?
- Monday–Sunday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Group classes run at the times on the schedule. Privates by appointment.
Keep exploring
Full class schedule
Every class with times, levels and pricing.
Salsa classes
The most common pairing with bachata — add it for $55.
Cumbia classes
The easiest first step into Latin dance.
Friday social
1st & 3rd Fridays, 7-11 pm — Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia.
Private bachata lessons
From $125 — fastest progress one-on-one.
About the studio
30+ years of Latin dance in Chicago.
Your first night is easier than you think
Walk in alone or with a partner, wear whatever you're comfortable in, and you'll be dancing within the first fifteen minutes.
Bachata questions, answered
4-week beginner bachata, $95. No partner needed. Partners rotate. 4820 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago. Free parking. Text or call 717-PaSamba (717-727-2622).
4820 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641 · dennispasamba.com · Text/Call 717-727-2622 (717-727-2622)