Edmonton Salsa Bachata International Artist Weekender: Winter 2025 Edition
Hunter Houde from NYC, Valentina Diaz from QC, Temi Ambrose from Ottawa, and Ingrid koffi-Gue from Montreal will be teaching Jan 18-19!
Date and time
Location
Sugar Swing Ballroom
10019 80 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB T6E 1T4 CanadaRefund Policy
Agenda
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Salsa Shines, Musicality, and Partnerwork (All Levels)
Hunter Houde & Valentina Diaz
Temi Ambrose & Ingrid koffi-Gue
Manny Valencia
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Studio Available for Practice
About this event
- Event lasts 1 day 4 hours
🔥 Join us for the Edmonton Salsa Bachata International Artist Weekender: Winter 2025 Edition with an incredible lineup of artists! 💃🏼🕺
📋 7 hours of workshops
🎧 4 hours of social dancing
📚 Our artists bring world-class instruction tailored to all levels—learn from the best while growing your confidence and skills.
🪘 With live percussion and co-teaching by multiple artists on both Saturday and Sunday, even seasoned dancers will find inspiration and new challenges.
🎭 Dress to impress and enjoy professional performances during the Saturday evening social—one unforgettable night!
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✨ Featuring ✨
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- Hunter Houde (New York City)
- Valentina Díaz (Quebec City)
- Temi Ambrose (Ottawa)
- Ingrid koffi-Gue (Montréal)
- Manny Valencia (Edmonton)
- DJ Thangster (Edmonton)
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✨ Special Guests ✨
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- Enzo Vergaray (Australia)
- Amalia Cameron (Edmonton)
- Fabián Pasten (Chile)
- Moze (Toronto)
- Libby & Shaylen (Edmonton)
🎟️ Workshops, performances, and social dancing at the beautiful Sugar Swing Ballroom! Full passes, one day passes, and party passes available!
🏠 Book your stay at Coast Edmonton Plaza for only $129 CAD/night using our special group discount code!
🏘️ Join the YEG Dancer Public Events Insider Facebook group’s Room Sharing chat to either find roommates or housing with local dancers!
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🎉 Pre-Parties (extra cost) 🎉
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🗓️ Tuesday, January 14, 2025
⏰ 6:00-11:00 pm
📍 99ten, 9910 109 St NW, Edmonton, AB
💵 $10 cover
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🗓️ Friday, January 17, 2025
⏰ 6:30-11:00 pm
📍 Dinwoodie Lounge, 8900 114 St NW, Edmonton, AB
💵 $5 cover
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Saturday, January 18, 2025
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Salsa Workshops
NY Style (On2)
All Levels
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12:00-1:00 pm: Shines and Musicality
1:00-3:00 pm: Partnerwork
3:00-4:00 pm: Studio Available for Practice
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🎶 Hunter, Valentina, Temi, and Ingrid will be co-teaching. Workshops' musicality portion will include live percussion by Manny.
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Saturday, January 18, 2025
8:00 pm to 1:00 am
Evening Party
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8:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Salsa/Bachata Workshops (Beginner) with Enzo Vergaray and Amalia Cameron
9:00 pm - 9:15 pm: Professional Dance Performances
9:15 pm - 1:00 am: Salsa/Bachata/Kizomba/Zouk Social Dancing with DJ Thangster
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📸 A professional photographer will be on site as well as a 360 Photo Booth, so you will want take advantage of this opportunity and dress to impress!
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Sunday, January 19, 2025
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Bachata Workshops
Traditional and Modern
All Levels
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12:00-1:00 pm: Shines and Musicality
1:00-3:00 pm: Partnerwork
3:00-4:00 pm: Studio Available for Practice
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🎶 Hunter, Valentina, Temi, and Ingrid will be co-teaching. Workshops' musicality portion will include live percussion by Manny.
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🎟️ Passes 🎟️
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Full Pass Early Bird: $180
Full Pass Regular Price: $250
🤑 Use discount code EARLYBIRD at checkout for 25% off on your pass.
⏳ Discounted passes available until 11:59 pm on Tuesday, December 31, 2024!
👩🎓 We want to create an intimate learning environment where students can get personalized attention from our pros, so we will be limiting registrations.
🙋♀️ Have questions or want to book a private instruction session with our out of town pros? Email yeg.dancer.events@gmail.com
⚠️ Passes are non-refundable, only transferable to another attendee via organizer approval for a $25 fee.
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💸 Special Pricing Eligibility 💸
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YEG Dancer events are focused on making high quality training accessible to as many dancers as possible. Therefore, we offer special deals for event volunteers, eligible dance instructors, out of province attendees, and large groups.
🙋🏽 Would you like to volunteer at our weekender?
👩🏻❤️👩🏻 Are you purchasing five or more full passes for your group?
📚 Do you teach dance classes in your local community?
✈️ Travelling from out of province?
📧 Email yeg.dancer.events@gmail.com for more information on available discounts.
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📍Location 📍
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Sugar Swing Ballroom
10019 80 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
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📚 Featured Instructors 📚
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Hunter Houde
Valentina Diaz
Temi Ambrose
Ingrid koffi-Gue
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📚 Special Guests 📚
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Enzo Vergaray
Amalia Cameron
Moze
Fabián Pasten
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🎶 Live Music 🎶
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🎶 DJ
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🌟 Special Hotel Deal 🌟
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We are thrilled to announce a fantastic accommodation deal for our out-of-town guests attending the Edmonton Salsa Bachata International Artist Weekender: Winter 2025 Edition!
🏨 Hotel: Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel
📍 Location: 10155 105 Street NW, Edmonton, AB
💵 Rate: $129 CAD per night
🛏️ Room: Two queen beds
✨ Hotel Amenities:
- Fully air-conditioned
- On-site restaurant
- Swimming pool
- Hot tub
- Sauna
- Underground parking (additional cost)
- Full-service hotel
✨ Room Amenities:
- Bathrobe
- Free Wi-Fi
- Iron and ironing board
- Mini fridge
- Safe
- TV
- Wake-up call service
Located in the heart of downtown Edmonton, the Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel is just steps away from a variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options. Plus, it's only a 10 minute drive from Sugar Swing Ballroom, our venue for the weekend workshops and socials.
📣 Why Stay Here?
- Book now and pay later at check-in
- Convenient downtown location
- Close to the event venue
- Affordable rate with excellent amenities
- Perfect for relaxing after a day of dancing
🔗 Book Your Stay Now: http://coa.st/SalsaBachataInternationalArtistWeekenderWinter2025Edition
⏳ Book by December 20, 2024 to take advantage of this exclusive deal!
We are excited to provide this special offer and look forward to seeing you in January. Let’s make this an unforgettable weekend of dance and fun!
OTHER EVENTS
For information on other Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, and/or Brazilian Zouk events in Edmonton, see the YEG Dancer Facebook Page, Instagram Page, Facebook Group, or Meetup Group.
FAQ
What are the workshop levels?
The workshops are open to all levels of dancers, but some exposure to these styles is required to get the most out of the training. The instructors will provide techniques/variations tailored to each student's current level to ensure everyone is appropriately challenged.
What to bring for footwear?
Latin Dance shoes are recommended, but not required. Any clean pair of shoes that is comfortable and not grippy on the floor will work.
For newer dancers, we recommend wearing comfortable flats with a non-sticky sole that you can dance in for multiple hours (Fuego sneakers, Taygra sneakers, leather soled ballet flats, suede soled jazz shoes, and Toms are all great options).
You may also choose to dance in socks if you do not yet have appropriate footwear.
What to wear?
Workout outfits are typically what people wear to the daytime workshops, but other outfits may be appropriate as long as they are comfortable enough to dance in (not too tight, not too short, not too warm, allows you to move your arms, hips, torso, and rest of the body easily, not a tripping hazard, etc.).
Can we book private lessons?
Our instructors will have extremely limited availability for privates. Payment is required in advance to secure your time slot. Email yeg.dancer.events@gmail.com to book.
Can you tell me more about the venue?
Sugar Swing Ballroom is a beautiful special events venue with sprung hardwood floors and bar service in the Whyte Avenue neighbourhood.
While in the space, attendees are subject to the Sugar Swing Code of Conduct ensuring a safe space to learn and practice the art of partner dancing.
What are the venue's policies?
No outdoor shoes inside the studio. Bring a clean pair of indoor shoes (non-marking) to ensure we do not damage the studio's floor.
What should I bring for food?
A refillable water bottle and whatever you may like to consume during the breaks. Let us know in advance if you have any allergies.
Do I need to bring a partner?
You do not need to register with a partner as we will rotate partners throughout.
What if I have more questions?
If you have any questions, please feel free to message us. And remember, we're building a friendly and inclusive community so be sure to do your part!
🛁 Smell nice
🩰 Embrace diversity
❤️ Dance with new people
🤐 Avoid giving unsolicited advice
🙅♂️ Respect everyone's boundaries
🧑🦽 Prioritize your dance partner's well-being
See you on the dance floor! 💫
Refund Policy
We do not offer refunds on passes. If you would like to transfer the ownership of your pas to another person, you can do so through Eventbrite.
For special circumstances, we may allow you to transfer your pass to a future weekender where the request is made at least 30 days prior to the event. You may contact us at yeg.dancer.events@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Our Pages and Groups
By attending, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
- Photography and Videography: The event will be photographed and videographed. Your image or likeness may be captured in these recordings.
- Use of Images: We reserve the right to use these photos and videos for promotional purposes in various marketing materials, including our website, social media platforms, and future event publications.
- Privacy Tip: If you prefer to have more privacy, consider wearing sunglasses or a hat to partially obscure your face in photographs and videos.
Frequently asked questions
We rotate partners throughout the dance class and the social dancing portion, so we have lots of singles that come out to the events and you do not need to come with a partner.
Anyone can lead and anyone can follow, all we ask for is that you stay in your chosen role for the duration of the dance class to ensure you don't miss important details and assist in maintaining order during partner rotations.
You can choose to dress up or not, but make sure what you wear is comfortable enough to dance in (not too tight, not too short, not too warm, allows you to move your arms, hips, torso, and rest of the body easily, not a tripping hazard, etc.).
Latin Dance shoes are recommended, but not required. Any clean pair of shoes that is comfortable and not grippy on the floor will work (dress shoes, Fuego sneakers, Taygra sneakers, leather soled ballet flats, suede soled jazz shoes, Toms, etc.). No stilettos please! They put marks in the floor.
Sugar Swing Ballroom has a designated area for outdoor shoes as well as a rack to hang your coats. Dancers usually place their personal items such as purses either on the chairs setup against the wall or on the floor near the coat rack area.
Sugar Swing Ballroom has a small paid parking lot behind the building and there is lots of free street parking in the neighbourhood.
No pressure! We’re very beginner-friendly, and generally you’ll find yourself among lots of other new people.
Our YEG Dancer Public Events Insider Facebook group has a listing of upcoming Latin dance events and we also use the Facebook group's chats for more time sensitive announcements.
If you have any questions, please feel free to message us. And remember, we're building a friendly and inclusive community so be sure to do your part!