News, Classes and Events
πΊπ 4-week Country Two Step Series – Only $60 – Starting Sunday, May 10th
4-Week Country Two Step Series for Only $60
All Levels Country Two Step Dance Class – Sundays at 3:30 pm starting May 10th in Marina Del Rey
π€ Donβt miss this opportunity to learn to dance the Country Two-Step for ONLY $60.
No partner is necessary. Space is limited. Register now!
β¨ NEW: 20-Minute Focus Sessions β $85
These are short, targeted 20-minute coaching sessions designed to help you:
β’ Clean up one move
β’ Improve your turns or balance
β’ Fix timing or connection
β’ Get unstuck quickly
These are perfect if you:
β Donβt need a full lesson
β Want quick help right away
β Have one specific question or challenge
If youβd like to try one:
β’ Ask an instructor
β’ Or ask at the front desk
Start Now
πΊπ Master West Coast Swing: Don’t Miss Our 3-Part Workshop Intensive in Marina del Rey Starting April 19th
Join us for a special 3-week West Coast Swing Workshop Intensive designed to help you move better, connect effortlessly, and finally feel in control of your dancing.
πΉ April 19 β Move Better: The Body Mechanics of WCS
Register Now
πΉ April 26 β Connection That Feels Effortless
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πΉ May 3 β Stop Rushing: Control Your Speed, Style & Flow
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Pricing
$20 Each or all 3 for $50
Early Bird (48 hours only) all 3 for $45 (Check with Guillermo)
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π₯WCS Power Move: All 3 workshops and 3 Private Lessons for $375
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πΊπ 4-Week International Rumba Dance Performance Series – Only $60 – Starting Saturday, May 16th
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Saturdays @ 2:30 pm starting May 16th
π Marina del Rey β By Your Side Dance Studio
β± 4 Classes (4 Hours Total)
π² Only $60
In this 4βweek series, youβll learn a fully choreographed 2βminute International Rumba performance piece taught by the incredible Felipe Telona, Jr. Felipeβs fun, supportive teaching style makes the experience accessible for absolute beginners while still offering challenge and artistry for more experienced dancers.
Please Donate to “Any Body Can Dance”: Our Non-Profit Dedicated to Making Dance Accessible for Everyone
π Every contribution β big or small β directly supports inclusive dance programs and meaningful employment for dancers.
Our ABCD Classes include:
- Senior Chair Exercises
- Senior Beginner Ballroom
- Beginner Line Dancing (neurodiverse)
- Beginner Tap (neurodiverse)
Line Dancing + Country Two Step + Good Vibes! Don’t Miss our Country Social Every 4th Sunday
Whether you love Line Dancing, Country Two-Step, Country Swing, West Coast Swing, or Country Waltz, weβll have the perfect mix of country favorites playing all afternoon. Itβs the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends old and new.
π€ Country Social – Every 4th Sunday of the month
π No partner needed! Everyoneβs welcome β come solo or bring a friend and join the fun.
πΆ Music & dancing from 4:30 pm to 6 pm
π² Admission: $20
π By Your Side Students Win First Place at the Hollywood Dancesport Ballroom Dancing Competition
Last night was a huge night for By Your Side Dance Studio at the Hollywood Dancesport Competition β and I am bursting with pride! π₯Ήππ
Adam competed for the very first time in two Salsa dancing events (Beginner + Intermediate Bronze) and took 1st place in both! ππ₯
Aarin danced Salsa, Bachata, the Hustle, and West Coast Swing in Open Intermediate Silver and Full Silver β earning seven 1st-place wins AND winning the Night Club Open Championship in Salsa, Hustle, and West Coast Swing! ππ
Paul rocked his Salsa and Bachata dancing events in Full Silver and came home with four 1st-place wins! πͺπ
I am so proud of each of you. You danced with heart, skill, and joy β and represented By Your Side Dance Studio beautifully. π
π By Your Side Dancers Win Big at the Embassy Ballroom Championships!
We are thrilled to share the amazing results from our By Your Side Dance Studio family at the Embassy Ballroom Championships in Orange County! ππΊ
We couldnβt be prouder of Aarin, Maritza, Deborah, and Guillermo for their outstanding performances and for representing By Your Side Dance Studio with such dedication and style. Their success is a true reflection of the joy and growth that ballroom dancing brings.
π Please join us in congratulating our dancers on their big wins!
π Join our New Class – Mambo Shines with Deborah, Thursdays @ 9 pm
Ready to take your salsa dancing to the next level? β¨ Join us for our brand-new Mambo Shines class, where youβll learn dynamic solo footwork, styling, and rhythm to light up the floor. This class will help you sharpen your timing, musicality, and confidenceβso you stand out whether youβre social dancing or performing.
Mambo Shines – Thursdays @ 9 pm in Marina Del Rey
π Basic Salsa dancing knowledge is required β come prepared to move, and shine! π
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