Cumbia Series with Benny & Ashley

Thursdays 6:30pm

Part 1: September 4-25

Part 2: October 2-30

Part 3: November 4 - Dec 23 (no class Nov 27)

Join us for a rare chance to learn Cumbia, one of the most popular and joyful Latin partner dances! Originating in Colombia, Cumbia blends African, Indigenous, and Spanish influences, and is danced all across Latin America with its own regional flavors. It’s known for its playful rhythm, easy-to-pick-up steps, and infectious energy that gets everyone smiling on the dance floor.

This monthly open-level series, led by Benny and Ashley, will guide you through the fundamentals of Cumbia footwork, partner connection, and musicality. No partner or experience needed—just bring your curiosity and get ready to move!

Latin Fusion with Angelica

Mondays • 8:30 – 9:30 pm

Part 1: Nov 10, 17 24

Part 2: Dec 1, 8 , 15

What’s the class about?
Come explore Latin-fusion choreography class in this open-level series with Angelica. In 90 minutes we’ll cover a balance of foundational movement, musicality, and choreography. You’ll learn grooves, isolations, footwork, body rolls, and a short combo you can take home. Expect a warm-up, technique drills, breakdowns, and full runs with coaching and styling tips.

What is Latin Fusion?
Latin-Fusion tends to blend street/club sensibility, Latin flavor, and urban choreography drawing from reggaeton, dembow, hip-hop, dancehall and more. It emphasizes attitude, rhythm, sensual movement, body isolations, hips, and sometimes merges elements of hip hop, dancehall, or Latin fusion. It’s a style made for the club, the stage, and the social floor — expressive, high energy, and playful.

Who’s it for?
This workshop is open level — this is your space to try something new, push a little, and have fun.

What to expect:

• Warm-up and body isolations

• Grooves, hip & core control, footwork

• Choreographic segments broken into small parts

• Styling and musical accents

• Full runthroughs, feedback, space to play and explore

What to bring / wear:
Comfortable clothes you can move in. Sneakers, dance sneakers, or flexible shoes — nothing too stiff.

Come ready to move, experiment, and enjoy a Latin urban vibe with Angelica. Let’s dance!

Get excited to learn from the ever popular and talented, Isaiah, with a rare drop-in friendly class aimed at open-level (beginner plus). Isaiah is known for his unique style, charismatic personality and detailed instruction. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to learn heels fundamentals and choreography!

Questions? Contact the instructor directly or email us for more details (info@bailadistrict.com)

Drop-in Friendly $26

Questions? Email us to inquire: info@bailadistrict.com

Instructor Bio:

“Our Hometown Hero”

Isaiah was born and raised here in Seattle, WA. He found his love for dancing and performing early on as music videos, award shows, magazines and radio hits became his fuel for pursuing stage and entertainment. He joined high school dance teams, musical theater programs, performance training groups and trained with some of our most prominent hometown choreographers; Isaac Tee, Daniel Cruz, Alvedo Hobson, Maxie Jamal and Kabby Mitchell among many others.

After receiving a scholarship at Monsters of Hip-Hop Seattle in 2009, he was granted the opportunity to move to Los Angeles, CA to pursue his passion for performance. Making his mark on the industry, Isaiah had the opportunity to work alongside some of the best choreographers in the industry. Tina Landon, Tanisha Scott, Kevin Maher and Rich and Tone to name a few. He’s also worked with world renowned musical recording artists Rihanna, Chris Brown, Kelly Rowland, Todrick Hall, and from Ru Paul's Drag Race Shangela, Shea Couleé, Mo Heart, BeBe Zahara Benet, Yvie Odly, LaLa Ri and Asia's International Superstar Jane Zhang.

Isaiah’s love for performance art and travel has allowed him to see the world through a more artistic lens. Connecting his experiences through music, art, life, and movement, he’s had the opportunity to create for major brands such as Ubisoft Just Dance, Porsche, Adidas, Nike, Skoda Microsoft and Ed Hardy. From China to Thailand, Korea, Hawaii, and other studios around the U.S., Isaiah has been able to teach, connect and build community with dancers all around the world. He's been featured on King 5 News “New Day NW” to talk about his heels journey and how it all got started!

Isaiah is now the Creative Director and Founder of “A Day with Zay” (ADWZ)” a company that focuses on artist development, performance training, personal branding, and content creation. He is also the founder of “Zay’s Baes”, a performance training company that works to empower and encourage the community through dance. He is also the Co-Founder of “Camera & Choreo”, a workshop designed to provide an on-camera training experience with performance choreography and live music!

Isaiah’s main mission has always been to equip, empower and prepare upcoming artists and dancers who are looking to work in any capacity of the entertainment industry. His mission has always been community and bringing the world together through art, music and movement.

Visit www.adaywithzay.com to learn more about Isaiah and follow him on all socials!

@isaiahrashaad1 x @zays_baes 

“Always leave your heart in your art and do everything with an attitude of gratitude!”

-Isaiah Rashaad Aka “Zay”

Join our biggest weekender of the year with both salsa and bachata under one roof! 2 days of workshops, social dancing and performances. Don't miss it!

SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, December 20, 2025

• 12:00pm-2:00pm: Salsa Workshops (2hr)

  • 12:00pm-1:00pm Shines (1hr)

  • Short Break

  • 1:15pm-2:15pm: Partnerwork (1hr)

• 7:00pm-11:00pm: Twilight Salsa Social (Two Rooms)

  • 7:00pm-11:00pm Salsa Social (No Lesson)

  • 9:30pm: Performances

SUNDAY, December 21, 2025

• 12:00pm-2:00pm: Bachata Workshops (2hr)

  • 12:00pm-1:00pm Partnerwork Part I (1hr)

  • Short Break

  • 1:15pm-2:15pm: Partnerwork Part II (1hr)

• 7:00pm-11:00pm: Bachata B2B Social (Two Rooms)

  • 7:00pm-11:00pm Bachata Social (No Lesson)

  • 9:30pm: Performances

PRICING

WORKSHOPS

• SATURDAY WORKSHOPS (2hr) : $70 Early Bird | $80 Door (Early-Bird end December 1)

• SUNDAY WORKSHOPS (2hr) : $70 Early Bird | $80 Door (Early-Bird end December 1)

• FULL PASS (4hr Workshop + 2 nights social): $140 Early Bird | $160 Door (Early-Bird end December 1)

SOCIAL DANCING

• $20 Early Bird | $30 Door (Early-bird end one day before the social)

Looking for the Team Discount Code? Inquire with your team director.