Cumbia Dance Class Series - Intermediate - CDMX Style - Berkeley, CA

Take your cumbia further — more variations, more sabor, more you. Find your flow, own your style, and dance with ease. About the Class Cumbia Intermediate Dance Class Series — CDMX style When: Saturdays, October 3, October 10, October 17, & October 24, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Where: La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA (near Ashby BART, #18 bus line) Cost: $100 full series registration (+ Eventbrite fees) | Drop-ins not available — This class is for beginner to intermediate level dancers comfortable with basic cumbia footwork and foundational turns whether you've taken our beginner series or learned cumbia elsewhere. Unlike traditional dance classes, we use “leaders” and "followers” instead of gendered roles, making space for everyone to feel seen and empowered on the dance floor. No partnert required to join. — What You’ll Learn • Building confidence and relaxation on the dance floor • Staying aware of your partner and the space around you • Creating fluid, natural conversations through your body • Exploring your own style and adding your personal sabor (flavor) ✨ BONUS: All participants receive one complimentary entry to La Cumbia, our monthly Cumbia dance party featuring live DJs spinning sounds from México, Perú, Colombia, y más. — Teaching Style Warm, inclusive, and body aware. Classes emphasize observation, repetition, and connection in a supportive environment rooted in CDMX’s Cumbia Sonidera culture. — 🏳️‍🌈 La Peña Cultural Center is a queer-affirming, community-based cultural space in the Bay Area dedicated to collective joy, resistance, and creative expression. We are committed to creating accessible, inclusive environments for all. 🏳️‍⚧️ 📩 Questions? Email us at [email protected]