Intermediate Bachata Classes in Baltimore A brand-new combination, every class.
For dancers who’ve finished Bachata 1A and 1B. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in Harbor East, you’ll learn a new, creative combination built on variations of cuddle position, the Madrid step, body waves, and shadow position. We never teach the same pattern or combo twice, so every class elevates your dancing. Urban sensual style. Drop in any night, no partner needed.
Come solo or bring a friend. Partners rotate all class.
Before you join Bachata Intermediate
Intermediate starts where 1B ends. You’ll need to have completed Bachata 1A and 1B and be proficient in every 1B move, on your own and with a partner.
The 1B moves
- Cuddle position
- Madrid step (also called the diagonal basic)
- Body waves
- Shadow position
- Plus everything from Bachata 1A: all basic steps, right and left turns, box step, bolero step, 180 turns, rompo delante, and all partner work positions
Who can join
- Bmore Urbana Bachata 1B grads: welcome, once every 1B move feels easy
- Experience from somewhere else: also welcome, as long as you’re at a 1A + 1B level
- Either way: you can do each move on your own and with a partner, without thinking about it
One private lesson can get you over the top.
A lot of 1B grads are just one lesson away from Intermediate. If any 1B move still takes thought, book a private lesson with Tiffany or Alisson to get caught up before your first class.
Want to lock in your foundation first? Repeat Bachata 1B. It’s never wasted.
Here’s how to tell.
If any of these sound like you, Intermediate is your next step.
I finished 1B, but I’m not sure I’m ready.
Check the list above. If your cuddle position, Madrid step, body waves, and shadow position feel easy on your own and with a partner, you’re ready. Almost there? One private lesson usually closes the gap.
I learned somewhere else. Can I still join?
Yes. Outside experience is welcome. You just need to be at a Bachata 1A + 1B level, including cuddle and shadow position, the Madrid step, and body waves, on your own and with a partner.
I know my moves, but my dancing feels repetitive.
That’s exactly what Intermediate fixes. Every class is a new combination we never repeat, so twice a month you walk out with something new to bring to Latin Pulse.
Two roles. One dance.
Most dancers keep the role they learned in 1A and 1B. 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 role per class (learning both at once gets confusing). You can always come back and learn the other.
One class. One brand-new combination.
Every class is a new, creative combination, and we never teach the same pattern or combo twice. Challenging on purpose, and the best way to elevate your bachata.
How it works
Not a series. Drop in.
Intermediate isn’t progressive. Each class teaches its own combination, so you can join any 2nd or 4th Wednesday without catching up on anything.
Come every class
Two Wednesdays a month means two new combinations a month. Make it a standing night and your vocabulary keeps growing all year.
Check out right here.
You won’t leave this page.
- Pick your class dateThe next class is Wednesday, January 13.
- Choose Lead or Follow8:00 PM · $25 per class, fees included
- Check outYour confirmation and parking details arrive by email.
2027 Bachata Intermediate dates · 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Trouble registering? Email info@bmoreurbana.com or call/text 410-920-5269 and we’ll get you in.
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“I thought I was unteachable, haha! Tiffany is really helpful and a great instructor. I’ll be coming back for more classes.”
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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
What style of bachata is this?
Urban sensual. You’ll keep the body movement, waves, and connection of sensual bachata, with a modern, urban flow, building on everything from Bachata 1A and 1B.
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 Bachata 1A and 1B first?
Bachata 1A and Bachata 1B are the usual path, but you can join from outside experience too. Either way, you need to be proficient in every 1B move, on your own and with a partner, with ease: cuddle position, the Madrid step (diagonal basic), body waves, and shadow position, plus everything from 1A.
Should I repeat 1B or move up to Intermediate?
If every 1B move feels easy, on your own and with a partner, move up. If you’re almost there, one private lesson with Tiffany or Alisson usually gets you over the top. If you’re still thinking through most of your 1B moves, a second round of 1B is never wasted. Not sure? Email info@bmoreurbana.com and we’ll help you pick.
Can I drop in for one class?
Yes. Intermediate isn’t a progressive series. Each class teaches its own new combination and we never repeat a pattern, so you can drop in any 2nd or 4th Wednesday for $25. Come to one, or come to all of them.
How challenging is it?
Challenging on purpose. You’ll work on variations of cuddle position, the Madrid step, body waves, and shadow position, all combined into a new, creative pattern each class. If you’ve got your 1B moves down, you’ll be ready for it.
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 like cuddle and shadow smoothly, and you can always ask a partner for more space. Every partner here respects that.
Can I take Salsa Intermediate too?
Yes. Salsa Intermediate runs the hour before bachata, on the same Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM in the same room. Each style is its own registration.
What if I miss a class?
Nothing to catch up on. Each class stands on its own, so just join us at the next one.
Should I choose lead or follow?
Most dancers keep the role they learned in 1A and 1B. Pick one and stick with it for the class. You’re always welcome to learn the other role another night.
Is there class around Thanksgiving and Christmas?
We skip the 4th Wednesday in November and December because it lands too close to the holidays. November’s only Intermediate class is Wednesday, Nov 10, and December’s is Wednesday, Dec 8.
What shoes should I wear?
Anything comfortable with a smooth sole that lets you pivot, like clean sneakers. You don’t need dance shoes, but at this level, with more turns every class, a smooth sole really matters.
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 your first night to park and check in.
Where can I use these combinations?
On the social floor, and that’s the whole point. Bring your new moves to Latin Pulse Thursdays, our weekly Latin dance night, where you’ll see familiar faces from class. For more nights to dance bachata, check the Bmore Urbana events calendar.
What’s the refund policy?
All registrations are final. We don’t offer refunds. Questions about your registration? Email info@bmoreurbana.com.
New combination. Every class.
Picture your next social. Your song comes on and you’ve got a cuddle position variation, a new shadow position entry, and a body wave you didn’t have last month. Two Wednesdays a month, your dancing keeps getting bigger. That’s what Intermediate is for.