The Bachata is one of the most fun dances to do at clubs and parties alongside Salsa and Merengue. In this video you’ll learn how to dance the Bachata dance steps.
Bachata Dance Step #1: The Side To Side Basic Steps
Summary of the Bachata steps:
Men:
Side with left foot
Close right foot to left foot
Side with left foot
Tap right foot to left foot (Partial weight)
Side with right foot
Close left foot to right foot
Side with right foot
Tap left foot to right foot (Partial weight)
Women:
Side with right foot
Close left foot to right foot
Side with right foot
Tap left foot to right foot (Partial weight)
Side with left foot
Close right foot to left foot
Side with left foot
Tap right foot to left foot (Partial weight)
Bachata Dance Step #2: The Fwd & Back Bachata Basic
Summary of the steps:
Men:
Forward with left foot
Forward with right foot (small step)
Forward with left foot
Tap right foot to left foot (Partial weight)
Back with right foot
Back with left foot (small step)
Back with right foot
Tap left foot to right foot (Partial weight)
Women:
Back with right foot
Back with left foot (small step)
Back with right foot
Tap left foot to right foot (Partial weight)
Forward with left foot
Forward with right foot (small step)
Forward with left foot
Tap right foot to left foot (Partial weight)
What Is Bachata? History & Character
The Bachata Count & Music
Other dance lessons:
How To Dance Merengue
How To Cha Cha Dance
Swing dance moves (East Coast)
How To Rumba Dance
Salsa Basic Steps
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Signed up for a year but didn’t take the option to download. After watching a few videos, whish I had. Lessons are great, well taught and and easy to understand. Thanks for making ballroom dancing fun.
How Robert, Thanks! I have replied to your email where you can get the downloads option still.
Hi I like the breakdown of your session
Hi Pamela, glad you liked it!
Good Morning Leon do you do Bachata and if so where do I locate the lessons.
Thanks & Have A Great Day
Don
Hi Don,
We have shot already about 10 bachata lessons, But they’re in process of being edited. This is the first one and only one published so far. The others will start getting published either this month or next month… so they’re coming.
Thanks Leon the bachata lessons are very good. will keep an eye open for future lessons.
Don
Thanks for the update. I really appreciate the efforts you have made for this blog.
Hi I came across your video on you tube one day. There are other beginner bachata videos out there but what I love about yours the way you taught it and keep it simple and explain the extra little hip action …Thank YOU !
Awesome! Glad you liked it!
I love how you explained that a Bachata dance is a sensual dance with unique movements. My sister wants to get back in shape and she said that she’s thinking of taking dancing lessons. I’m going to suggest looking for Bachata classes so I’ll mention this to her this weekend.
The most beautiful dance ever! And the best way to enjoy with your partner! Grat post Leon!
This post is incredibly helpful! The step-by-step videos make it easy to follow along, and I love how you break down each move for beginners. Can’t wait to practice these steps!
I loved this post! The step-by-step videos made it so easy to follow along and really grasp the basics of Bachata. I’m excited to practice and hopefully join a dance class soon! Thank you for the clear instructions!
This is such a helpful guide for beginners! The step-by-step videos make it easy to follow along. I can’t wait to practice these moves at the next salsa night! Thank you for sharing!
This post is super helpful! The step-by-step videos make it so easy to follow along. I can’t wait to try these moves at the next salsa night. Thanks for sharing!
This post is super helpful! The step-by-step videos make it so easy to follow along. I can’t wait to practice these moves at the next dance party! Thank you for sharing!
I absolutely loved this post! The step-by-step videos are super helpful for beginners like me. I can’t wait to practice what I’ve learned and improve my skills. Thanks for sharing!
I loved this post! The step-by-step videos made it so easy to follow along. I can’t wait to try these moves at the dance floor. Thank you for breaking it down so clearly for beginners like me!
Thank you for this detailed guide! The step-by-step videos are super helpful for someone like me just starting out with Bachata. I appreciate how clearly you break down each movement. Can’t wait to practice more!
I loved the step-by-step videos in this post! They made it so easy to follow along and start dancing bachata as a complete beginner. The tips on maintaining rhythm and posture were particularly helpful. Can’t wait to practice more!
This post is incredibly helpful for beginners! The step-by-step videos make it easy to follow along. I can’t wait to practice and hit the dance floor! Thank you for sharing these tips!
This post is incredibly helpful for beginners! I love the step-by-step videos; they make it so easy to follow along. Can’t wait to practice these moves! Thank you for sharing!
I absolutely love this guide! The step-by-step videos are super helpful for beginners like me. I can’t wait to practice the moves and hopefully join a dance class soon. Thank you for making bachata so approachable!
This post is super helpful! The step-by-step videos make it so much easier to follow along. I can’t wait to practice these moves. Thanks for sharing!
Loved this post! The step-by-step videos were super helpful for a beginner like me. Can’t wait to try dancing Bachata with my friends! Thanks for sharing!
This post is so helpful! The step-by-step videos really make it easy to follow along. I’ve always wanted to learn bachata, and now I feel like I can actually do it. Thanks for breaking it down so simply!
This post is so helpful! The step-by-step videos made it easy for me to follow along as a complete beginner. I love the clear instructions and can’t wait to practice more. Thanks for sharing!
This post is fantastic! The step-by-step videos make it so easy to follow along. I’ve always wanted to learn bachata, and I feel much more confident after watching these tutorials. Can’t wait to practice my moves! Thank you for sharing!
This post is super helpful for beginners! The step-by-step videos make it so easy to follow along. I can’t wait to try these moves at the next dance night! Thank you for sharing!
This post is so helpful! The step-by-step videos make it really easy to follow along. I can’t wait to try these moves at the next salsa night! Thanks for sharing!
I just finished watching the step-by-step videos, and they are super helpful! The breakdown of each move made it so easy to follow along. I’m excited to practice with my partner this weekend. Thanks for sharing these resources!
I absolutely loved this post! The step-by-step videos made it so easy to follow along. I’ve always wanted to learn how to dance bachata, and this guide is perfect for beginners like me. I can’t wait to practice and improve!
This post is so helpful! The step-by-step videos make it easy to follow along, and I feel like I can actually make progress with my Bachata dancing. Can’t wait to practice!