2025

Year-End Weekender

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Baila Year-End Weekender

Seattle, get ready for an unforgettable weekend of dance! Join us for our annual Baila Year-End Weekender, featuring 4 hours of workshops, 2 nights of social dancing, and stunning performances from both professional and local talent. Our special out-of-town guests include:

  • Salsa: Tamara from Puerto Rico

  • Bachata: Dario & Sara from Spain; Alex Morel from Dominican Republic

Don't miss this exciting celebration to wrap up the year!

SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, December 20, 2025

  • 1:00pm-3:00pm: Salsa Workshops (2hr)

    • 1:00pm-2:00pm Salsa Shines (1hr) with Tamara

    • Short Break

    • 2:15pm-3:15pm: Salsa Partnerwork (1hr) with Tamara

  • 7:00pm-11:00pm: Twilight Salsa Social (Two Rooms)

    • 7:00pm-8:00pm Salsa Partnerwork Open Level Drop-in Lesson with Benny & Ashley

    • 8:00-11:00pm Salsa [Main] + Bachata [Studio]

    • 9:30pm: Performances

SUNDAY, December 21, 2025

  • 12:00pm-3:00pm: Bachata Workshops (2hr)

    • 12:00pm-1:00pm Traditional Bachata Workshop (1hr) with Alex Morel

    • 1:15pm-2:15pm Bachata Partnerwork Part I (1hr) with Dario and Sara

    • Short Break

    • 2:30pm-3:30pm: Bachata Partnerwork Part II (1hr) with Dario and Sara

  • 7:00pm-8:00pm Bachata Partnerwork Open Level Drop-in Lesson with Alex Morel

  • 8:00pm-11:00pm: Bachata B2B Social (Two Rooms)

    • 7:00pm-11:00pm Bachata [Main] + Salsa Social [Studio]

    • 9:30pm: Performances

PRICING

WORKSHOPS

  • SATURDAY WORKSHOPS (2hr) : $70 Early Bird | $80 Door (Early-Bird end December 1); Social not included

  • SUNDAY WORKSHOPS (3hr) : $80 Early Bird | $90 Door (Early-Bird end December 1); Social not included

  • FULL PASS (5hr Workshop + 2 nights social): $140 Early Bird | $160 Door (Early-Bird end December 1)

SOCIAL DANCING

  • $20 Early Bird | $25 Door (Early-bird end one day before the social)

Looking for the Team Discount Code? Inquire with your team director.

Biography

Tito and Tamara, from Puerto Rico, are the living embodiment of salsa history. With decades of experience and unmatched contributions as pioneers in the field, they bring a wealth of knowledge and artistry to every stage. Renowned not only as respected competition judges and event organizers but also as exquisite dancers and inspiring teachers, their influence spans generations of salsa lovers. We are thrilled to finally welcome them to Seattle to share their wisdom and passion with us.

Dario and Sara, from Spain, are a dynamic duo who have developed a distinctive bachata style celebrated for its creativity and sensuality. Their captivating performances have earned millions of views worldwide on platforms like YouTube, inspiring dancers across the globe. We’re thrilled to welcome them back to Seattle once again!

Alex Morel, from Dominican Republic, was raised in New Jersey, is an internationally acclaimed Dominican dancer, instructor, and choreographer best known as half of the duo Alex & Desiree. Trained under Ismael Otero, he developed a dynamic style blending traditional Dominican bachata with modern technique and musicality. Alex has performed and taught worldwide, helping popularize authentic bachata through workshops, shows, and his teacher certification platform. A passionate educator and performer, he emphasizes strong fundamentals, connection, and self-expression, inspiring dancers everywhere to feel and live the music in every step.

Tito & Tamara

Performance

SF 2023

Alex Morel

Workshop

Seville 2019

Dario & Sara

Demonstration

Madrid 2024