Learn How 2 Dance - Bachata (beginner)

Learn beginner bachata rotations in close position, led by the right hand with the right leg between the partner’s legs; master the 1-2-3-5-6-7 steps and half rotations.

Master the six hand holds for bachata: four single-handed grips, plus double-handed and cross-handed grips, using hammerlocks and top-hand turns to control direction.

Learn single handed turns in bachata by mastering four key hand holds from six total, practicing swing and tap leads, and guiding turns with proper height and timing.

Master cross-handed turns in bachata, learning how to switch hand grips, lead right and left turns, and time turns with the correct footwork from open and basic positions.

Learn how to perform double handed turns in bachata by mastering four turns, hand-hold rules, and timing, with emphasis on lead and follow, elbows down, and hands up.

Learn the cross-handed hammerlock in bachata, practicing basic steps, hand switches on five and seven, and palm-to-palm grip to guide turns and return to the double hand grip.

Learn the cross handed basket in beginner bachata, featuring a hand switch, basic steps, and shoulder-to-shoulder rotations as the leader guides the follower through side basics.

Learn the double-handed basket in bachata, starting from an open position with basic steps, side basics, and coordinated pulls, turns, and orientation changes with your partner.

Learn the bachata back bend dip with step-by-step entry, grip, and alignment for a controlled, safe dip. Master eight-count timing, head and hip positioning, and partner connection.

Master the bachata u dip with a partner in close position, focusing on knee bend for stability, rolling the shoulders, pelvis forward, and avoiding leaning while dipping.