Thursday Salsa and Bachata Socials

Salsa & Bachata Thursdays! Salsa con Bachata with DJ D’Mendez & special guests instructors, weekly on Thursdays with our Drop-In Public Beginning Dance Class starting at 8:15 pm! A full 90 minutes of fun and inspiring Latin dance instruction! Showcasing the very best mix of Bachata, Salsa, Bachata Sensual / Pop, Dominican, Merengue, and Cumbia. Doors: 8:00 pm w/ valid ID Dance social: 9:30 pm - midnight! We rotate each week with Salsa and Bachata lessons - with the 5th week of the month (if any) as our Latin Mix lesson featuring Merengue and Cumbia instruction! Enjoy a mix of Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, and Merengue throwbacks & pop hits, and incredible community vibes all night long. Live DJ sets with D’Mendez and (special rotating guest DJ) friends. We will showcase a mix of Merengue, Cumbia, Dominican Bachata, and Cuban Salsa each week. All-level dancers are welcomed! This event is designed to bring out the best in everyone! This is the most unique dance space Portland has to offer. Come experience it for yourself! 💃🏽 🕺🏼 DETAILS We are passionate about bringing people together through the vibrant rhythms of Bachata and Salsa, creating unforgettable dance experiences for all skill levels in an intimate event space. Our mission is to grow and unite the dance community by hosting high-energy socials, beginner-friendly classes, and top-tier events featuring professional DJs, vibey and safe venue with an inviting atmosphere. Our events are designed to help you connect, learn, and have fun on the dance floor. We have an amazing full bar + tasty snacks available for purchase and a water station. Our floors are smooth, shiny, and beautiful. We have heat and AC and beautiful east facing windows. This is a second floor centrally located venue and in a very safe neighborhood. Our space is ADA accessible and inclusive to everyone. 🫶 WHAT TO EXPECT & CULTURE: Our Venue: Experience the charm of Rae Loft with its intimate and ideal ambiance for dancing with a hardwood floor and full-bar. Support the venue - this is a small one-woman sole parent owned biz! Free Street Parking: Convenient parking options to make your night stress-free. Amazing community: Meet fellow dance enthusiasts and make new friends in a welcoming and vibrant environment. Let's create unforgettable memories on the dance floor! We are all about creating community, improving your skill, making friends, great vibes, and building confidence! Admission: General Admission: $15 for both class and social or $10 for the social. Tickets are available at the bar (door) only (cash, credit card accepted). House Rules: This is a 21+ only event. No outside food or beverage. No bad attitudes or drama. No weapons of any kind. Consent is key.#SalsaConBachata#BachataConSalsa#RaeLoftPDX#DanceNight#Bachata#Salsa#bachatalesson#bachatasocial#salsasocial#portlandOR#Salsalesson 🎶 We can't wait to see you there! Venue: Rae Loft located at 2222 NE Oregon Street, Suite 207, Portland, OR 97232