Dance with us from anywhere

Salsa and bachata classes for the Queer community and their friends

Dancers at Queerchata Los Angeles
Dancers at Queerchata Los Angeles

Monterey Peninsula

Enjoy the meandering coast, gentle sea breezes, surging waves, and hang out with the adorable seals and sea lions on the beach.

Find your chosen family on the dancefloor

Queerchata connects Queer dancers through movement. Our salsa and bachata classes allow you to explore dance outside the binary, celebrate community, and improve your dance skills. Whether you’re an experienced dancer or just trying something new, you’re welcome on our dancefloor. 

 

Los Angeles Times: Looking for queer community in L.A.? Start here
De Los: These performers are challenging traditional gender roles in Latin dance
Spectrum News 1: Latin dance team creates space for free expression for LGBTQIA+ community

Join our mailing list

We'll let you know about upcoming classes, events, and performances. 

 

Classes for every level

Bachata 1

Beginner

Learn the basics or improve on your foundation with our intro class. We'll focus on fundamental bachata steps and techniques for creating strong connections with your dance partner. We also spend time acknowledging the roots and history of bachata and learning how to think beyond the binary on the dancefloor. 


Bachata 2

Intermediate

Build on the fundamentals of bachata with a deep focus on body movement and how you connect on the dancefloor. In this class, we’ll focus on intermediate dance patterns, proper leading and following techniques, and musical rhythm. You’ll also learn how to explore the dancefloor in a safe and respectful way. 


Bachata 3

6 months of experience needed

This class allows experienced dancers to create meaningful art and perform! You’ll learn choreography, grow as a performer, and improve your body movement and musicality. Performing is always optional. Past performances include Santa Monica Pride, Angel City Football Club, LA Sparks halftime show, and more. 


Your dance instructor

Bex (he/they) is a trans nonbinary artist and Latin dance instructor from Venezuela, and the founder of Queerchata. Bex fosters spaces for Trans and Queer dancers to explore their identities and form deep connections with themselves and their communities.

Bex Nitti, founder of Queerchata

What you'll find

  • Space to be yourself
  • A supportive environment 
  • New friends and community 
  • Intentional teaching for different learning styles

Dance in another city

Check out our classes in San Diego, Seattle, or Los Angeles!