Fun Events in the DMV area! Improve your skills with dance workshops & social dancing

Events & Workshops

Our dance workshops and events in the DMV area help you solidify and improve your dance skills through specialized drilling techniques in Salsa, Bachata, and other workshops, as well as practicing while mingling with your dance buddies at our fun social dance parties. Our dance workshops are longer than regular classes and are designed to refine your technique and prepare you for the social dance floor. Our parties are incredibly fun, filled with great music, professional dance performances, and friendly faces.

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Bachata Isolations & Partner Work Workshop in DC with Aldo

Aldo Ortega is back in town for just a few weeks — and this is your chance to train with him while he’s here. 🔥

This special Bachata workshop is designed to help you explore isolations, body movement, connection, and partnerwork in a more focused setting than a regular weekly class.

If you’ve been wanting to clean up your technique, feel more comfortable dancing with a partner, or simply learn something different while Aldo is in Washington, DC, this is a great opportunity to challenge yourself and bring fresh ideas to your social dancing.

Limited spots available — don’t miss your chance to train with Aldo while he’s in DC

Event Agenda

Date: Saturday, October 17th

Time: From 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Location: 3232 Georgia Ave. NW, Suite 104, Washington, DC 20010.

Pricing Options

One-Person Workshop – $38

Two People Workshop – $65

Bachata Partnerwork Workshops with Guest Pro Instructors

No partner needed!

Professional bachata instructors are coming to the DMV for a special workshop experience at Salsa With Silvia in Bethesda. Train with visiting pros, explore new techniques and partner work, and take your dancing beyond your regular weekly classes.

Meet Your Guest Instructors: Jeff & Mayra

NYC-based bachata instructors Jeff & Mayra bring 10+ years of teaching experience and have taught at dance festivals and congresses across the U.S. Their style blends sensual bachata with urban and modern influences, backed by very different dance backgrounds: Jeff brings experience in hip hop, ballroom and competitive dance, while Mayra brings 20+ years of ballet training and is a National Bachata Cabaret Champion.

Together, they bring a unique focus on connection, technique, body movement and confidence to the dance floor.

Event Agenda

Date: Saturday, November 7th

Time: From 5:15 PM – 8:35 PM

Location: 4731 Elm St., 2nd floor, Bethesda, MD 20814

Workshop Schedule
• 5:15–6:15 PM — Beginner Level Bachata Partner Work
• 6:25–7:25 PM — Intermediate Level 1 Bachata Partner Work
• 7:35–8:35 PM — Intermediate Level 2 Bachata Partner Work

+ 1-Hour Social Practice after the last workshop!

Bachata Workshops in Bethesda, MD

Pricing Options

One-Person Workshop – $35

Three-Workshop Package- $85

Halloween Social Party + All level Thriller Salsa Workshop in Bethesda, MD 🎃

Ready for a Halloween night that goes beyond just dressing up?

Join us at Salsa With Silvia Bethesda for a spooky-fun night of Salsa & Bachata, dancing, costumes, music, and plenty of reasons to stay on the dance floor. Come in costume, bring your friends or show up solo, and celebrate Halloween with our DMV dance community.

From a special Thriller-inspired Salsa workshop to our costume contest and social dancing, this is one Halloween party you’ll actually want to dance through. 👻💃

Happy Hour Available!

Event Agenda

Date & Time:

Saturday, Oct 24! from 5:30 pm to 11 pm

Location:

4731 Elm Street, 2nd Floor, Bethesda, MD, 20814​

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm:

All Level Thriller Salsa Workshop with Yoii

7:00 pm – 11:00 pm:

Social Dance Party with DJ Aldo Andres

Costume Contest

Performance by SWS Students: Bad Bunny Challenge

Halloween Salsa & Bachata Social Party in Bethesda, Maryland

Pricing Options

Limited-Time Early Bird Tickets. Use code “EARLYPARTY” at checkout before it expires

One Person Party Only – $15

One Person Workshop Only – $25

One Person Workshop + Party – $30

Auto-renewal members receive a 20% discount at checkout. (See more membership perks here and join!)

Two People Workshop + Party – $48

VIP Party Table (8 Party tickets + 2 Wines) – $175

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Dance is a journey of self-growth. We’ve seen our students grow from absolute beginners to confident social dancers and even performers. It takes practice and consistency but the results are remarkable and the friendships built on the dance floor last for a lifetime.

Parties & Events

The best way to practice your skills while having fun and socializing with new and old friends.

  • Social dance parties

  • Speed dating events
  • Date night events

Private Lessons

The most productive way to build a solid foundation and advance is through working one-on-one with one of our amazing instructors.

  • Salsa, Bachata & more

  • Ballroom dance private lessons