REALLY high quality and well thought out lessons. They put all their energy at teaching. They've created an amazing business that feels like you have their full attention. It seems most dance teachers have to fit in lessons at the end of a very busy day of other jobs and studios. But they come refreshed and give consistent, fun energy every time. Classes are fun. Intermediate goes quick. It's not Beginner+ like at some studios where it gets watered down. I appreciate that. My first time I left after 5 minutes. Months later I tried again and made it 15 before I could no longer keep up. It gives you something to work up to. Even after probably 40+ beginner classes, I had to really focus in an intermediate class. The general classes can be crowded and lopsided with way more guys. But they can control that. However, Master classes are smaller and they only take a matched quantity of leads and follows so less sitting out rotations. For some reason even when we started with a matched quantity the guys tended to come more consistently (pressure is on us to learn it!) The rotation break can be helpful when it does happen so you can walk yourself through it alone. I've taken lessons from probably 60 other dance pros in another type of dance and Nicole and Demetrio are the best. I switched dances because Steven's Steakhouse was close to home and they just made it fun. I genuinely missed it when I couldn't go so decided to stick with it. read more

Demetrio and Nicole are amazing Bachata instructors. The beginner classes they offer on Wednesdays and Sundays are welcoming, never the same and always fun! Before the classes I felt like I only danced awkwardly and never got my body to move right. I felt immediate confidence even trying some of their tutorials on YouTube because they address common things that people tend to do that would make the moves look awkward. The first class I took with them was free using the Yelp check in offer. The class usually begins with a warm up of the basic steps where the whole class faces the instructors. After, the class pairs off with a lead and a follow but are expected to rotate partners so that everyone can learn with someone else. Some students are more experienced than others and some have their own swag which makes things super fun. Each time we rotate we build on the routine for the session. Demetrio and Nicole make it a point to make sure the leads don't do things that violate the follows and the students I encountered were respectful and friendly. I had also took their beginner Masterclass which was very helpful and interesting. Each class provided insight and focused on helping us build a foundation to be able to gain confidence to better dance socially. As a follow, Nicole would teach us how to style our moves which I thought was great because she would show us examples how best to achieve the style and also warn us what may look awkward. They never single us out but rather just guide the class as a whole unless the individual had a question. Lastly, Demetrio and Nicole specifically have a flow and routine that is generally easier to follow than the guest instructors. I felt even though some guest instructors had some fun music they were way harder to follow which made the classes less enjoyable. I have recommended many of my friends to check them out. read more

Awesome dance lessons, atmosphere and an endless amount of fun. The place is friendly, with a good staff of experts ran by Demetrio and Nicole as main instructors. Theyve been innovating and making bachata fun, with multiple days a week to fit my schedule. Check them on youtube as well. Best experience in person if youre in the area, Wednesday and Sundays at 8 with dance after class. read more

Bachata Dance Academy - Guest instructors Javier and Katya (Wednesday) - Dance Studios Near Me - Commerce, California

I've taken about 12 classes at Bachata Dance Academy with Demetrio and Nicole, and I can't recommend them enough, especially their Beginner Masterclass! Their teaching style is super clear and easy to follow, which made it easy to build confidence and pick up real techniques I could use at socials right away. You can tell their approach has been finely tuned over time. They really know how to teach. The energy in class is always high, and Demetrio's sense of humor keeps things light and fun while we're learning. Every session feels like a great mix of skill-building and good vibes. Whether you're just getting started or looking to improve your social dancing, BDA is a fantastic place to learn and grow. read more

For those looking into learning Bachata I recommend the classes at Bachata Dance Academy with Demetrio and Nicole. They are very friendly, break down concepts, create a comfortable space to learn and grow. I highly encourage everyone to take their Master classes that are 12 weeks as they are smaller in size, some classes have longer sessions and concepts are broken down or build upon. I have enjoyed my experience and learned a lot that I am taking another session of Master class in a couple of weeks. If you want to start just by attending their Sunday and Wednesday classes you will quickly see for yourself and will not regret it. read more

Bachata Dance Academy is one of the best dance studio out there. Their teaching and technique are amazing. They teach step by step in detail for each combination . Most of the time, both Demetrio and Nicole explain in details enough and answer all my questions. If everyone who is interested in learning Bachata dance, Bachata Dance Academy is highly recommended. read more

I've finished the beginner bachata master class and have signed up for the social master class. Demetrio and Nicole are great and fun instructors! I appreciate that Nicole keeps it fresh for the ladies by including styling. Open classes on Sundays and Wednesdays with socials after are great as well. read more

I lost a bracelet last night at Steven's steakhouse. Huge thanks to Demetrio today for helping me make phone calls and finding out that one amazing person had turned it in. What a great community.! So grateful for the guy (Orlando) who turned in the bracelet. BDA has always been a fun and family vibe community. Today's act is a reminder that there's still amazing/honest people out there! read more

Took the dominican bachata class this round and it was amazing. Footwork is hard to remember but the way Demetrio and Nicole guide you through it, combined with repetition and slow movements for "muscle memory" it's really key to being able to use these moves in social dancing. I would 100% take this class again. read more

I took the 12 week beginning bachata class. The instructors are very experienced in Bachata and they are very kind with their time. You also get exposed to other instructors along the way. If you live near The City of Commerce I recommend taking their masterclass. read more

If you're in the LA area, Demetrio and Nicole are the best bachata instructors to start learning bachata from! I've taken 4 of their masterclasses plus innumerous classes on Sundays and Wednesdays that they offer at Steven's Steakhouse and I always have something new to learn from them! Not only are they talented, but they are also kind and light spirited. Demetrio's bonus wittiness makes every class fun and enjoyable. Highly recommend you check out their classes especially if you're a beginner trying to learn the fundamentals of Bachata. Recently took their Dominican/Traditional Masterclass and I'm hoping they offer the second part later this year :) read more

Nicole and Demetrio are wonderful instructors. I have been taking their classes for 4 months and have learned a lot. Definitely recommend their classes to anyone who wants to improve their bachata skills. read more

If you want to learn how to dance Bachata , this is the place to go. Demetrio and Nicole are top notch teachers. They know how to break it down so that even somebody with two left feet like me can do it. I love the progress that I am making with Bachata Dance Academy and you will too. read more

Demetrio and Nicole CARE about their students. They answer every question. I have been w other instructors before, and while many may know how to dance, few can teach. They will break down concepts to bite size and make it easily digestible for you to understand. Highly recommend them. read more

I had fun taking the master class for beginners with Bachata Dance Academy. Nicole and Demetrio are great teachers and really take the time to help you improve as a dancer. They give you the tools to become better not a bunch of combos that you have to memorize and they really take the time to make sure you learn. I'm a better dancer for going to Bachata Dance Academy. If you want to improve on your Bachata this is definitely the place to go. read more

If you're interested in learning all about bachata, look no further, Bachata Dance Academy at Stevens Steakhouse is the place to go! Im so glad i finally decided to get out of my comfort zone and sign up for the beginner lessons. I cannot say enough good things about Demetrio and Nicole. They truly are the best instructors, I recommend them to everyone i know. The people and the environment at Stevens also cannot compare, you're guaranteed to learn quickly and make great friends along the way. I look forward to going for lessons every week! read more

Learning to dance bachata at Bachata Dance Academy has been an incredible experience for me. Always enjoyed the bachata genre and always wanted to learn how to dance it. After trying my first class, I knew this was the right place for me. The instructors Demetrio and Nicole are very knowledgeable with years of teaching and dancing. The way they teach makes it easy for any student to learn. If bachata is something you want to learn, be sure to give it a try here. read more

Bachata Dance Academy has given me the chance to deepen my understanding and appreciation of Bachata. If you're looking to learn from exceptional instructors, I highly recommend experiencing it for yourself. Demetrio and Nicole are fantastic teachers! They help you master the techniques with patience and are always available to answer any questions you may have. If you enjoy Bachata and are in the L.A. area, you should definitely check out their classes at Stevens Steakhouse on Wednesdays and Sundays from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, after which there's social dancing. read more

Bachata Dance Academy is a great place to learn Bachata! Demetrio and Nicole are such great teachers and break down Bachata for anyone at any level. If you're a beginner and are nervous about learning Bachata, this is a great place to start. You will build confidence, have fun and learn technique. Their Masterclass is really great too! read more

Demetrio and Nicole and great instructors. They are so patient and explain all the move's thoroughly. I would recommend them if you're looking dance instructors. read more

I've taken several classes at Bachata Dance Academy and have loved the experience as well as my dance growth. Demetrio and Nicole are such talented, patient and creative dancers. I keep coming back to their academy for a reason, highly recommend! read more

I have always loved to dance but I did not feel confident while dancing. I searched places to begin taking bachata lessons and without hesitation, I decided to join the masterclass with Demetrio & Nicole. My experience has been nothing but positive. They are by far the best dance instructors you can have. They are knowledgeable and pay attention to detail. I also enjoyed their sense of humor. It has been an unforgettable experience and I have now decided to sign up for the next masterclass. Dancing will increase your self-confidence and you will enjoy it. Come join the family of Bachata Dance Academy, you will not regret it. read more

I took their master class and really enjoyed it. They are exceptional teachers and have a great understanding of all the styles of Bachata . They're very fun encouraging and supportive . They care about your students improving. Would recommend read more

Nicole and Demetrio offer excellent instruction of Bachata steps and movements. Demetrio brings a funny and positive vibe, while Nicole brings an in-depth technical breakdown of the movements for both leads and follows. What I really like is that if you take one of their master classes, they touch on musicality and history so that you can become an authentic bachatero/bachatera. read more

I think it was lucky that I was able to find Demetrio and Nicole's bachata class via social media. They are great teachers that have poise and humor to make each class less intimidating for someone who has never taken a dance class. I took the dive from taking drop in classes to paying for a beginner masterclass. I was struggling at first just do feeling subconscious but practicing the moves outside of class has given me more structure and understanding that it's more of finding your own style. Versus mimicking moves to a T in the classes. A big benefit is that I also feel more confident and dealing with my social anxiety of large crowds with a tool that is also social. I wish that I took the classes much earlier. I highly recommend anyone, girl or guy, to take a couple of classes if you're on the fence or learning to take on a new hobby. read more

I've taken two Bachata masterclasses with the Bachata Dance Academy so far, and I plan to take more in the upcoming sessions! Demetrio and Nicole are very good at breaking down the techniques and making them accessible to everyone, so you learn a lot and you also have fun doing it (it also doesn't hurt that Demetrio is a bit of a character). read more

By far the best dance class I've taken. Demitrio and Nicole are the absolute best. From their sense of humor to their passion in teaching dance. 1000% would recommend! read more

Demetrio and Nicole are amazing instructors! They are so knowledgeable and welcoming as well. They offer great classes that are very organized, structured, and provide a fun environment to learn as well. I can't say enough good things about their amazing teaching style. Highly recommend! read more

I loved taking Demetrio and Nicole's masterclass! They are detail oriented and make the classes super fun. I loved learning Nicole's effortless lady styling. Demetrio always cracks jokes and make us laugh while learning. Not to mention the perks of having Wednesday and Sunday group classes on top of the masterclass. I just enrolled in their once a year musicality class. Highly recommend any of their courses! They also have online videos and courses for remote students. read more

Luv Demetrio and Nicole.. this is the best place to be at to learn Bachata.. I came in with 2 left feet and now I know my fundamentals and my confidence is exponential thanks to the great instructors .. highly recommend 100 read more

Extremely grateful for the instructors and the dance community at Bachata Dance Academy. Learning bachata here has brought a lot of fun, happiness and friendships into my life. read more

I had an amazing time here. I learned so much and went finally from a beginner to much more knowledgeable. 100% recommend

Demetrio and Nicole are amazing instructors, professional, patient, fun, attention to detail... This is my second time going through their program, If you want to have fun, become more confident in your dancing, go here! I've taken lots of classes, they are by far the best, Great investment, I learned so much, I highly recommend it. read more

This is by far the best place to learn bachata in LA. Demetrio and Nicole are so good at teaching beginner and intermediate dancers - they focus on the fundamentals and the details and really spend time making sure you're getting the right instruction. They've also built a really strong community here ~ if you're new to dance like I was, I wish I could go back in time and do it sooner! This is the fastest I've ever made friends and found community as an adult. I highly recommend taking their Master Class series - I took it having only ever taken a small handful of dance classes prior, and I am shocked at the amount of progress I've made. The environment is supportive and it is also somewhere that really motivates you to keep coming back and to commit to it. It helps that it's the best price of any bachata program I've found in southern California. read more

Bachata Dance Academy was recommended to me by a friend and I am so glad. I have loved my experience taking their beginner master classes as well as taking their classes offered on Sunday and Wednesday. I was super nervous to try to bachata classes as I don't normally dance but Demitrio and Nicole put me completely at ease and helped me to learn. I look forward to continuing my dance journey at Bachata Dance Academy read more

I was a complete beginner when starting bachata dancing. I dared to take the beginner bachata dance academy and it has been nothing short of amazing! Nicole and Demetrio are INCREDIBLE and knowledgeable instructors. They're also hella funny. LOL I'm 2 months into the classes and my dancing skills have improved, I'm more confident, and I have made awesome dancing friends to practice moves with. I'm in my early 30s learning to dance partnered dancing for the first time and I'm glad I took a chance on this program. I highly recommend! read more

Hands down the best place to begin your bachata learning journey, and master the fundamentals!

If you're in LA and want to learn bachata, this is the place to go. Demitrio & Nichole are amazing teachers, icons really. They teach the basics and make it fun, & break down the harder stuff so that even on your first day you're doing things you never thought you could. So much fun. Love them forever, Steven's steakhouse is legendary. read more

Demetrio and Nicole are best! I can says that Bachata Dance Academy is hands down the best place to learn bachata in all of LA. I love coming here read more

I recently did the 12 week intermediate Master class and it was a great experience. I am from the Inland Empire and made my way to class every week lol. Demitrio and Nicole are great instructors, knowledable and patient. They are always willing to answer questions that you may during class. Class size is small which helps make for a good learning environment. I definitely recommend taking if you want to improve your bachata dancing! It was alot of fun and learned alot! read more