Bachata Resources

A curated collection of external resources for learning bachata. This includes both paid and free options, including online courses, YouTube channels, and websites. This page intentionally does not list specific events or socials. Instead, it links to directories where you can find events and schools near you, and the most well-known bachata organizations and instructors. As well, most of this is Sensual Bachata. We are working to expand this list to include other bachata styles and organizations.

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Find events & schools (directories)

• DanceUs — Bachata event calendar + schools/classes listings (search by city).

  • https://www.danceus.org/events/bachata/

• Latin Dance Calendar — Community-driven listings for classes, events, and festivals.

  • https://latindancecalendar.com/

• go&dance — Search bachata events by location/date (especially strong in Europe).

  • https://www.goandance.com/en/events/bachata

• General-purpose platforms (useful in many cities)

  • Facebook Events: https://www.facebook.com/events/
  • Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/
  • Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ , though you have to find the organizer accounts.

Websites

• BachataSteps.com — A comprehensive database of 1938+ bachata moves with GIFs, categorized by difficulty and style. Includes moves for Sensual, BachaZouk, Footwork, and more. Free account allows you to create collections, track progress, and upload your own moves.

• r/Bachata — Reddit community for bachata dancers to discuss technique, share experiences, ask questions, and connect with other dancers.

Major bachata organizations and instructors

• Bachata Sensual® (Official) — The official organization/methodology created by Korke & Judith.

  • Website: https://bachatasensual.com/
  • Official instructor training: https://bachatasensual.com/en/be-instructor/

• Island Touch Dance Academy (ITDA) — Global bachata movement and training ecosystem (Ataca & La Alemana).

  • Website: https://islandtouchdance.com/
  • Online classes: https://www.islandtouchonline.com/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IslandTouchChannel

• Esencia Studios / Grupo Esencia — Madrid-based studio + global team network (Marco & Sara ecosystem).

  • Studio website: https://esenciastudios.com/
  • YouTube (Grupo Esencia): https://www.youtube.com/c/GrupoEsenciaOficial

• VdanceClub — Major online Latin dance platform with structured bachata programs.

  • Website: https://vdanceclub.com/
  • Bachata programs page: https://vdanceclub.com/bachata-with-vdanceclub/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VdanceClubSchool

• Marco Espejo & Sara Panero — Known for musicality, technique drills, and the Grupo Esencia ecosystem.

  • Website: https://marcoysara.com/
  • Online classes: https://marcoysara.com/pages/home
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@marcoysarabachata7104

• Daniel & Desiree — Influential modern/sensual bachata couple with extensive training content.

  • Masterclass site: https://danielanddesiree.weebly.com/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DANIELYDESIREEOFICIAL

• Melvin & Gatica — Founders of the Bachata Influence concept.

  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Bachata.influence
  • Links hub: https://linktr.ee/bachata.influence
  • Gatica online classes: https://bygatica.com/

• Roberto & Magdalena — Technique-focused Bachata Sensual artists with structured online courses.

  • Online courses: https://www.robertoymagdalena.com/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaOjW-BalX2rE9kmGGYxmbA