Vitalidad Movement Arts Center (VMAC) in Portland, Oregon

“LOVE IT HERE! I've been taking bachata classes and I canu2019t recommend Deblin and Adayl enough! They are absolutely amazing instructors - so much fun, very skilled and patient! Not to mention genuinely welcoming to everyone, no matter your experience level. Iu2019ve seen the way they interact with each student and they care deeply about teaching and creating a positive space. The other instructors, classes, and workshops o”

— Dylan B. · ★★★★★

“Had a lovely time here - the instructors are kind, inclusive and good communicators. I also like the diversity of people coming here. I made some new friends (after 40, it is hard to make friends!). They host a lot of community events where they provide a safe environment to practice with more advanced dancers. Teachers show up and dance with you if you want. You get great feedback. Level 1 classes can be big, but if”

— J M. · ★★★★★

“I have been taking classes for about 9 months now. I really love my salsa and bachata instructors - Jamal, Carolina, Deblin and Adayl are awesome. I have done swing dancing for years but new to Latin dancing so I have taken many classes over the years and I am impressed with their clear instructions, their inclusiveness and friendliness, and they focus on not just dance moves but also musicality and lead/follow tips,”

— Evrim I. · ★★★★★

“I rated a 10 because I absolutely love the energy and community at the studio. The classes are always lively and full, so I never worry about not having someone to dance with. I also really appreciate how you balance the leads and follows by bringing in assistants when needed, it makes such a difference. The instructors are not only fun and entertaining, but they make a very challenging dance feel approachable and en”

— Heidi D. · ★★★★★

“I took dance classes here for 3 years. I was on their salsa performance team. Every single member of our dance team is now at Lines Dance Academy. You canu2019t do worse than VMAC.”

— Anne M. · ★☆☆☆☆

“VMAC has always felt like such a welcoming, warm place to dance. I love how friendly the instructors are and the variety of classes they have. Always recommend checking them out for a good night!”

— Karly · ★★★★★

“As a new and insecure dancer, the instructor for our Casino class, Rob, was super friendly and accommodating as well as encouraging, while still giving clear and direct instructions. Also, they mentioned a Cuban band playing that night at Mississippi Pizza and so we had a blast trying out our new moves there.”

— Jesse V. · ★★★★★

“Great class environment and the highly qualified instructors have a very organized, engaging, and purposeful approach to teaching. Service at the desk has always been friendly and helpful. The studio is comfortable and spacious.”

— Angela J. · ★★★★★