Bachata Week Cádiz — Immersive Dance Training & Community
A week to grow, connect and fall in love
with dancing bachata all over again.
More than a festival. More than a training camp.
A curated week in Cádiz where dancers from over 50 countries come together to learn, connect and grow.
Days are filled with classes, social dancing, beach sunsets, shared meals and conversations that often continue long after the music stops.
Many apply hoping to become better dancers. Most leave with new friendships, renewed motivation and a deeper connection to the community.
Built around three values
Growth
Everyone arrives wanting to improve something — connection, musicality, confidence, technique. With 10+ hours alongside the same teachers and group, you get the kind of progress that rarely happens at traditional festivals.
Connection
Real connection takes time. You stay with the same group all week, learning beside people who share your challenges, goals and passion. Many tell us: "I remembered why I started dancing."
Community
Dancers from 50+ countries, brought together not by random ticket sales but a curated application process — creating balanced groups and a community that feels surprisingly small despite being truly international.
Most festivals optimise for quantity. We optimise for learning.
Instead of changing groups every hour, you'll stay with the same cohort all week and follow a structured learning journey designed around your level and goals.
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Same group all week
Train with the same dancers from Monday to Saturday.
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Progressive curriculum
Each session builds on the previous one.
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Video-based placement
Groups are formed based on how you dance, not how you describe your level.
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Personal feedback
Receive guidance based on what artists actually observe in your dancing.
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Curated community
Learn alongside dancers who are equally committed to improving and contributing to the experience.
Every participant is reviewed individually.
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Apply
Submit a short social dancing video.
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Review
Our artists review every application individually.
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Train
Join a group designed to challenge you appropriately and progress together throughout the week.
One week. One focus.
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Couple Technique
Connection, partnerwork and social dancing quality.
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Body Technique
Movement, posture, control and expression.
- III
Musicality Technique
Timing, phrasing, interpretation and understanding the music.
One price. One complete experience.
- 0110+ hours of training within your focus area
- 02Fixed progressive curriculum
- 03Guided practice sessions
- 04Video review and personalised placement
- 05Six themed socials
- 06Leader/follower balance managed throughout the week
- 07Bachata Connect access
- 08Community from 50+ countries
Includes 10+ hours of training, group placement, guided practice sessions, and socials.
Spread across the months before the event. No fees, no interest.
Participation by video application only.
Chosen for how they teach.
World-class dancers selected not only for how they dance, but for how they teach.
Nahir & Kike
Migle & Gero
Klau & Ros
Noelia & Alonso
Raquel & Pablo
Andrea & Luis
Sunsire & Miguel
Carolina & Junior
Chloe Loh
Timea & Javi
Claudio
Optional intensives throughout the week.
- 01
Body Movement Lab
Isolation, weight and quality of motion.
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Solo Lab
Confidence in your own dancing — no partner needed.
- 03
Dominican Bachata
Footwork, groove and the roots of the dance.
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J&J & Social Styling
Instinct and dialogue on the social floor.
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Music Texture
Instruments, layers and the spaces between.
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Dance Conversation
Open sessions on artistry and the long path.
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StrengthFlow
Morning practice for posture and stamina.
Additional classes are announced progressively before the event.
More than classes.
Train by day. Dance by night. Beach, shared meals and quiet streets in between — all within a 10-minute walk.
Many come for the training. Most return because of the people.
Cádiz, the oldest city in Western Europe.
La Caleta — the small beach tucked between the old town and the Atlantic.
Beachside classes. Walkable streets. Atlantic sunsets. Social dancing until late. Everything within walking distance.
- Hotel Parador0 min — your base for the week
- La Caleta beach4 min walk
- Old town & cathedral8 min walk
The online community behind Bachata Week.
Participants receive access before and after the event for schedules, preparation content, networking, artist insights and continued learning.
Things dancers ask before applying.
We use video applications to understand each participant's current dancing level and learning needs. This allows us to create balanced groups and provide a better learning experience for everyone.
No. Most participants attend on their own. You can apply as an individual or as a couple.
After applying, you'll submit a dance video. We review each application and place participants into groups based on their current strengths, challenges, learning goals, and overall dancing profile.
Not exactly. We don't use traditional labels because they mean different things in different communities. Everyone attending already has a non-beginner level, and placements are based on the video evaluation rather than a title.
Couple Technique: Partnerwork, connection, lead & follow, social dance skills. Body Technique: Individual movement, body control, posture, isolations, and movement quality. Musicality Technique: Understanding music, rhythm, interpretation, and musical expression.
Possibly, depending on availability and balance. Contact us and we'll see what options are available.
A social dance video where we can clearly see your current dancing level. Improvised social dancing is preferred over choreographies.
Yes. We welcome dancers from different bachata backgrounds, including traditional, modern, sensual, and fusion styles.
Group placements are announced closer to the event, after all applications have been reviewed.
No. Participants book their own accommodation. We provide recommendations and opportunities to connect with other attendees.
Yes, but you'll miss part of the programme. We recommend attending the full week to get the most value from the experience.
The first payment (€220) is a non-refundable deposit. If you cannot attend, you simply do not need to pay the remaining balance.
Around 350–400 participants from more than 50 countries.
Yes. The programme includes multiple socials throughout the week, giving participants plenty of opportunities to practice, connect, and dance.
Your main schedule is based on your assigned track, but there are also optional additional classes and intensives that can be booked separately.
No. Wear whatever allows you to dance comfortably and safely.
Most classes are taught in English, although many instructors also speak Spanish and other languages. The event is highly international.
Ready to dance with more intention?
Join dancers from around the world for a week of focused training, meaningful connection, and unforgettable experiences in Cádiz.
24 – 30 August 2026 · Cádiz · Spain