Advanced Beginner Bachata Classes in Baltimore You’ve got the basic. Now make it flow.
The next step after Bachata 1A, in Harbor East. Over 4 Tuesdays you’ll build on your foundation with cuddle and shadow position patterns, the Madrid step, body waves, and smoother partnering you can actually use on the social floor. No partner needed.
Come solo or bring a friend. Partners rotate all class.
Before you join Bachata 1B
1B builds directly on 1A. You should be able to do every Bachata 1A move with ease, on your own and in every partner work position.
The 1A moves
- All basic steps
- Right and left turns
- Box step
- Bolero step
- 180 turns
- Rompo delante
- All partner work positions
Who can join
- You finished Bmore Urbana’s Bachata 1A and can do every move above with ease
- You learned somewhere else and can do every move above with ease
- Not sure? Email info@bmoreurbana.com and we’ll help you pick
One private lesson can get you over the top.
A lot of 1A grads are just one lesson away from 1B. If you’re not 100% comfortable yet, book a private lesson with Tiffany or Alisson to get caught up before your series starts.
Want the full foundation again instead? Repeat Bachata 1A. It’s never wasted.
Here’s how to tell.
If any of these sound like you, 1B is your next step.
I finished 1A, but I don’t feel ready to move up.
You don’t have to be perfect. If every move on the 1A list feels easy, on your own and in partner work, you’re ready. Almost there? One private lesson usually closes the gap.
I learned somewhere else. Can I still join?
Yes. If you can do every move on the 1A list with ease, on your own and with a partner, you’ll fit right in, wherever you learned.
I freeze up on the social floor.
That’s what 1B fixes. You’ll learn to move smoothly from one position to the next, so when someone asks you to dance at Latin Pulse, you’ve got more than two moves to say yes with.
Two roles. One dance.
Most dancers keep the role they learned in 1A. Here’s what each one does.
Leads
- Prepare and initiate the moves
- Signal changes in direction
- Set and mark the timing
Follows
- Keep the timing
- Execute the moves
- Read the lead’s prep and respond
Traditionally men lead and women follow, but this is an inclusive community, so choose whichever role suits you. Stick with one for the series (learning both at once gets confusing). You can always come back and learn the other.
One registration. Four weeks. Extras on the house.
Add to your series
Coppermine Health & Fitness · Harbor East
30-Day Gym Access
Your 30 days start on your first class night, in the same building you dance in.
One-time use, for current non-members only. Add it at checkout.
Check out right here.
You won’t leave this page.
- Pick your start dateThe next series starts Tuesday, Jan 5.
- Choose Bachata 1B, Lead or Follow8:00 PM · $100 for all 4 weeks
- Add extras (optional)30-day Coppermine gym access for $75.
- Check outYour confirmation and parking details arrive by email.
2027 Bachata 1B start dates
Trouble registering? Email info@bmoreurbana.com or call/text 410-920-5269 and we’ll get you in.
Real 5-star Google reviews
“I thought I was unteachable, haha! Tiffany is really helpful and a great instructor. I’ll be coming back for more classes.”
Jailene HernandezGoogle review“I’d never danced before and wasn’t sure how I’d like it… now I’m in my 3rd month. She’s a fantastic instructor and exceptional at making learning fun.”
Matt GaronoGoogle review“Great people. Great dancing. She breaks down the moves so they’re doable. Join the fun!”
Irene HantmanGoogle review“Tiffany creates an inclusive, safe, and fun space for all. I always recommend her classes and events to everyone!”
Cecilia FriasGoogle review“The explanations of the steps have helped me progress quickly!”
Kim Michelle SterrettGoogle review“If someone asks where to learn, I tell them Tiff with no hesitation. She teaches not just the moves, but the etiquette and joy of it all.”
WillowispGoogle review“Very skilled, patient, and passionate… I’ve improved a lot thanks to her guidance.”
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Everything you need for class night
Location
Coppermine Health & Fitness, Harbor East
655 President St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Parking
Free 3-hour garage parking at 650 Exeter St. Give your license plate at the front desk to validate. Full details arrive when you register.
What to wear
Comfortable, breathable clothes you can move in, and shoes with a smooth sole so you can turn easily.
What to bring
A water bottle if you like. There’s a fountain on site, plus drinks and snacks for purchase. That’s it.
Questions, answered
Do I need a partner?
Nope. We rotate partners throughout class, so you’ll dance with the whole room and never sit out. Come solo or bring a friend.
Do I need to take Bachata 1A first?
Bachata 1A is the usual path. Learned somewhere else? You’re welcome in 1B if you can do every Bachata 1A move with ease (all basic steps, turns, box step, bolero step, 180 turns, rompo delante, and every partner work position), on your own and with a partner.
Should I repeat 1A or move up to 1B?
If every 1A move feels easy, on your own and in partner work, move up. If you’re almost there, one private lesson with Tiffany or Alisson usually gets you over the top. If you’re still counting out loud, a second round of 1A is never wasted. Not sure? Email info@bmoreurbana.com and we’ll help you pick.
Should I choose lead or follow?
Most dancers keep the role they learned in 1A. Pick one and stick with it for the series. You’re always welcome to learn the other role in a future series.
1B has cuddle and shadow position. Do I have to dance that close?
No. You’re always in control of your comfort level. We teach how to enter and exit closer positions smoothly, and you can always ask a partner for more space. Every partner here respects that.
Can I take Salsa 1B too?
Yes. Salsa 1B runs the hour before bachata, on the same Tuesday nights at 7:00 PM in the same room. Each style is its own registration.
Can I drop in for one class?
You register for the full 4-week series. It’s a progressive curriculum where each week builds on the last, which keeps everyone learning together.
What if I miss a class?
Let us know ahead of time if you can, and we’ll point you to the best way to catch up. Missing a week, including Week 1, doesn’t move you to next month’s series. Here’s how you stay on track:
- Your free 24/7 online recap course, included with every registration
- That month’s Saturday workshops, to touch up in person
- A private lesson to get right back on track
Does class still run on holiday weeks?
Yes. Class runs as scheduled on holiday weeks, including Thanksgiving week. We never cancel for a holiday.
What shoes should I wear?
Anything comfortable with a smooth sole that lets you pivot, like clean sneakers. You still don’t need dance shoes, but a smooth sole matters more as the turns and body movement pick up in 1B.
If you want the best shoes for turning, Tiff wears Fuego dance sneakers to teach most weeks. They’re built for spins and comfortable enough to wear all night. Shop through that link and code BMOREURBANA applies automatically to save 10%.
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Where is it, and where do I park?
Coppermine Health & Fitness, Harbor East (655 President St). Park free for 3 hours in the garage at 650 Exeter St and validate with your license plate at the front desk. Arrive about 10 minutes early on night one to park and check in.
What’s the Coppermine 30-day gym add-on?
For $75, you get 30 days at Coppermine Harbor East starting on your first class night: the gym floor, pool, group fitness classes, and equipment. It’s a one-time offer for current non-members. Add it at checkout.
What happens after the 4 weeks?
You’ll have more to work with on the social floor, and that’s the whole point. Come put your new moves to work at Latin Pulse Thursdays, our weekly Latin dance night, where you’ll see familiar faces from class on the floor.
For more nights to dance bachata, check the Bmore Urbana events calendar. When you’re ready for more, repeat Bachata 1B to lock it in or move up to Bachata Intermediate. Your recap course stays with you the whole way.
How do refunds and credits work?
All registrations are final. We don’t offer refunds.
Can’t make Week 1? Your spot stays in this series. We don’t move registrations to next month’s series. Instead, learn Week 1 at home with your online recap course and join us for Week 2. You can also touch up at that month’s Saturday workshop.
Need a credit or transfer? Ask at least 7 days before Week 1. We can turn your payment into a credit toward a future series (valid 6 months) or transfer your spot to a friend. Requests made within 7 days of the first class, including the day of, can’t be moved.
Once the series starts, missed classes aren’t eligible for refunds, credits, or transfers.
Four weeks from now, it flows.
Picture your next social. Your song comes on, someone asks you to dance, and this time you’re not cycling through the same two moves. You’re flowing from one position to the next, staying on time, and actually enjoying it. That’s what 1B is for.