Dance Classes

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Our dance classes are a great way to meet people and have fun dancing.
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ParkingMarina Del Rey Studio Parking: Free parking off Thacher Ave. Just ring the buzzer at the gate.
Culver City Studio Parking: There is a city-metered parking lot along the east side of the building.

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Dance Class ScheduleCLASSES AT-A-GLANCE:

Culver City Class Schedule

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Marina Del Rey Class Schedule

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The best, most efficient way to learn to dance!

Featured Dance Classes

đŸ•ș💃 3-Week West Coast Swing Series Level 1, 1.5 and 2 – Only $45 – Starting Sunday, Wednesday, December 3rd

đŸ•ș💃 3-Week West Coast Swing Series Level 1, 1.5 and 2 – Only $45 – Starting Sunday, Wednesday, December 3rd

Level 1 – Sundays @ 11 am starting December 7th in Marina Del Rey

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Level 1.5 – Sundays @ 12 pm starting December 7th in Marina Del Rey

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Level 2 – Wednesdays @ 7 pm starting December 3rd in Marina Del Rey

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đŸ€‘ Don’t miss this opportunity to learn West Coast Swing for ONLY $45.

Space is limited. Register now!

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đŸ•ș💃 3-week Line Dance Series with Guillermo – Only $45 – Starting Saturday, December 6th

đŸ•ș💃 3-week Line Dance Series with Guillermo – Only $45 – Starting Saturday, December 6th

Get ready to dance, laugh, and move to the beat with our fun Line Dance Class taught by the amazing Guillermo Ceballos! This fun and easy-to-follow dance class series is the perfect way to get moving, meet great people, and learn a fun line dance!

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đŸ€‘ Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to learn a fun Line Dance for ONLY $45.

No partner or experience is necessary.
Space is limited. Register now!

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đŸ•ș💃 4-week Salsa Series Level 1 Only $60/$45 – and 3-week Level 1.5 Only $45 – Starting Tuesday, December 2nd

đŸ•ș💃 4-week Salsa Series Level 1 Only $60/$45 – and 3-week Level 1.5 Only $45 – Starting Tuesday, December 2nd

đŸ•ș💃 4-Week Salsa Dancing Series with Laura for Only $60

Level 1 – Tuesdays at 7 pm starting December 2nd in Culver City

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đŸ•ș💃 3-Week Salsa Dancing Series with Laura for Only $45

Level 1 – Saturdays at 1 pm starting December 6th in Marina Del Rey

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đŸ•ș💃 3-Week Salsa Dancing Series with Laura for Only $45

Level 1.5 – Thursdays at 8:30 pm starting December 4th in Marina Del Rey

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đŸ€‘ Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to learn to dance the Salsa for only $45 – $60.

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💃đŸ•ș Introducing Two New 30-Day Dance Memberships – The Fastest and Most Efficient Way to Learn to Dance

💃đŸ•ș Introducing Two New 30-Day Dance Memberships – The Fastest and Most Efficient Way to Learn to Dance

All Beginner Classes – 30-Day Membership – $120

Access all Level 1 classes in every dance style for 30 days.
✹ Perfect if you’re just starting out or want to explore different dances before committing to one style.
đŸ’„ That’s over 14 group classes per week you can attend with this membership!

All Level 1 Classes – 30-Day Membership

Any Level Salsa & Bachata Classes – 30-Day Membership – $175

Get unlimited access to all levels of Salsa and Bachata classes for 30 days.
đŸ’„That’s over 15 group classes per week you can attend with this membership!
đŸ”„ Ideal for dancers who want to level up quickly and master their Latin moves.
⚠ Please Note: Assessment is required before entering Levels 2 or 3 classes.

All Salsa & Bachata Classes – 30-Day Membership

We know times are tough, so we’ve created these memberships to be accessible, flexible, and full of value. Whether you’re learning your first basic step or fine-tuning your spins, this is the best way to boost your confidence and improve your dancing—fast!

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💃 Join our New Class – Mambo Shines with Deborah, Thursdays @ 9 pm

💃 Join our New Class – Mambo Shines with Deborah, Thursdays @ 9 pm

Ready to take your salsa dancing to the next level? ✹ Join us for our brand-new Mambo Shines class, where you’ll learn dynamic solo footwork, styling, and rhythm to light up the floor. This class will help you sharpen your timing, musicality, and confidence—so you stand out whether you’re social dancing or performing.

Mambo Shines – Thursdays @ 9 pm in Marina Del Rey

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👉 Basic Salsa dancing knowledge is required — come prepared to move, and shine! 🌟

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Level 1 & Level 2 Argentine Tango Classes with Lindsay & Rene on Thursdays

Level 1 & Level 2 Argentine Tango Classes with Lindsay & Rene on Thursdays

Join our tango teachers Lindsay and Rene every Thursday evening for a fun and authentic tango experience:

Level 1 (Beginner): 7:15 PM – No experience or partner needed!

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Level 2 (Intermediate): 8:15 PM – For dancers with some tango experience. No partner needed.

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Learn the elegant footwork, musical connection, and passionate embrace that make Argentine Tango one of the most captivating dances in the world.

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Cardio Dance Fitness Classes

Cardio Dance Fitness Classes

💃đŸ•ș Looking for a fun and effective way to stay fit? Cardio dance classes are the perfect solution! Combining energetic music with easy-to-follow moves, these classes make it easy to burn calories, improve your energy, and put you in a positive mood.
Monday: Dancing to the Hits – 11 am in Culver City
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Wednesday: Cardio Salsa – 11 am in Culver City
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Saturday: Cardio Salsa – 11 am in Marina Del Rey
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Dance Events & Workshops

đŸŽ‰đŸŽŸïž Get Your Early Bird Tickets Now! Our New Year’s Eve Dance Party is on Wednesday, Dec 31st — Bring Your Friends and Dance Into 2026 in Style!

đŸŽ‰đŸŽŸïž Get Your Early Bird Tickets Now! Our New Year’s Eve Dance Party is on Wednesday, Dec 31st — Bring Your Friends and Dance Into 2026 in Style!

Get ready for the most dazzling night of the year and ring in the New Year surrounded by great music, great friends, and nonstop dancing at By Your Side Dance Studio’s 2025 New Year’s Eve Party in Los Angeles! Whether you love dancing Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Bachata, Tango or Swing, you’ll enjoy a night filled with elegance, rhythm, and celebration.

‱ DJ James Woo (7-9pm)
‱ Susie Hansen Latin Band (9pm-1am)
‱ DJ James Woo during intermissions
‱ Celebrate both East & West Coast countdowns!

đŸŽŸïž Get Your Early Bird Tickets and Save!

Secure your spot early — this event sells out every year! Tickets include a professional show, hors d’oeuvres, live music and dancing all night!
‱ $160 Early Bird (until October 31)
‱ $180 (Nov 1 – December 15)
‱ $200 (after December 15)

Get Your Tickets Now!

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🏆 By Your Side Students Win First Place at the Hollywood Dancesport Ballroom Dancing Competition

🏆 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 — and I am bursting with pride! đŸ„č💃🏆

Adam competed for the very first time in two Salsa dancing events (Beginner + Intermediate Bronze) and took 1st place in both! đŸ‘đŸ”„

Aarin danced Salsa, Bachata, the Hustle, and West Coast Swing in Open Intermediate Silver and Full Silver — earning seven 1st-place wins AND winning the Night Club Open Championship in Salsa, Hustle, and West Coast Swing! 🎉👑

Paul rocked his Salsa and Bachata dancing events in Full Silver and came home with four 1st-place wins! đŸ’Ș💃

I am so proud of each of you. You danced with heart, skill, and joy — and represented By Your Side Dance Studio beautifully. 💛

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🏆 By Your Side Dancers Win Big at the Embassy Ballroom Championships!

🏆 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! 💃đŸ•ș

We couldn’t 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.

👏 Please join us in congratulating our dancers on their big wins!

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Join Us for a Night of Salsa Dancing Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the Month at Nalu Vida

Join Us for a Night of Salsa Dancing Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the Month at Nalu Vida

Don’t miss our next Salsa Dance Night as we host a fun night of Salsa dancing at Nalu Vida.

If you’re on the hunt for the best happy hour in Venice Beach, look no further than Nalu Vida. Nestled in the heart of Venice Beach, Nalu Vida offers a laid-back atmosphere, delicious food, and unbeatable drink specials that will make any day feel like a celebration.

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We Make Ballroom Dancing Champions! Congratulations to our California Star Ball Ballroom Dance Champs!

We Make Ballroom Dancing Champions! Congratulations to our California Star Ball Ballroom Dance Champs!

@sullamcmurray danced with his instructor @dancewithdeborah in International Ballroom and Latin and placed 1st in all of his events and won 2nd in his scholarship in both styles!!!
@morroamy danced with her instructor @gballroom_la in International Latin and had 7 firsts, 7 seconds, and placed 5th in both her championship and her scholarship!!!
We’re super proud of our students!

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Deborah’s Dance Blog

7 Top Benefits of Dancing in a Dance Showcase at By Your Side Dance Studio

Have you ever thought about taking your dance skills to the next level? If so, participating in a Dance Showcase at By Your Side Dance Studio could be one of the most rewarding experiences of your dance journey. Whether you’re an experienced dancer or just getting started, the Dance Showcase offers an opportunity to shine in front of an audience, develop new dance skills, and have a blast in the process.

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8 Reason Why Competing in a Ballroom Dance Competition Will Improve Your Dancing

If you’re a ballroom dancer looking to take your dancing to the next level, participating in a ballroom dance competition is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a beginner eager to challenge yourself, ballroom dance competitions offer unique benefits that go beyond just learning new moves.

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Private Dance Lessons vs Group Dance Classes – Which is Better?

Dancing is a wonderful way to express oneself, stay fit, and have fun. Whether you’re interested in learning a new dance style or perfecting your dancing technique, deciding between private dance lessons and group dance classes is an important consideration as both types of instruction come with unique benefits and challenges.

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Social Dancing Etiquette: Embracing Rejection and Supporting New Dancers

Dancing is one of the most liberating experiences a person can have. The music takes over, the rhythm guides you, and for a moment, everything feels right. But for many, especially when just starting out, dancing can come with challenges that can feel daunting—rejection and the anxiety of dancing with others being two of the most significant hurdles.

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