What began as a debut for Alma Singapore has now evolved into one of Southeast Asia's largest Bachata dance events! With a few salsa workshops to add even more spice, SBW is geared towards a fun, enriching and learning weekend for dance enthusiasts. After an amazing turnout in SBW 2017, we can't wait to make 2018 better with a new artistes line-up! We hope that the unique SBW experience will transform and enhance your passion for dancing and connect you with people all over the world through the mutual love of dance.
So BUY YOUR FULL EVENT PASS NOW and join us for a bachata weekend experience!
Shows, 3 Nights of Parties and Access to Asia Bachata Jack & Jill Championship.
Full Access to Workshops, Shows, 3 Nights of Parties and Access to Asia Bachata Jack & Jill Championship.
8 Hours of Choreography Bootcamp with Jonathan & Yared.
Inclusive of Full Party Pass.
5 Hours of Shines Choreography Bootcamp with Frank & Gatica.
Inclusive of Full Party Pass.
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SBW brings you only the best bachata and salsa artists from around the world.
Born in Houston, Texas, Desiree began her salsa career straight at the top, partnering with the "Mambo King", Eddie Torres, himself. Since then she's danced with Griselle Ponce, Jerseys finest, Sekou McMiller, e.t.c. Desiree currently teamed up with Alex Morel to travel around the world teaching and promoting Dominican Bachata. Both of them were invited to judge the World Salsa Summit and Bachatea World Masters in 2016.
Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and raised in Paterson, NJ, Alex Morel is known for his musical style and flavor on the dance floor. Together with Desiree, they are undoubtedly one of the leading couple representing Bachata Clasica also known as Traditional or Dominican Style Bachata.
Luis & Andrea began their professional careers separately participating in many international events and getting national and international titles with their dance partners before. They began to work together in 2015 and they are one of the most well known top-tier international Latin instructors who is characterized by sensual bachata style with their sensuality, technique and strength, and transmitted in their teaching.
MG Dance Company ( My Generation) was established in 2008, and is one of the world’s most versatile dance teams, trained not only salsa and bachata, but also other genres in the latin tropical rythms (cumbia, chacha cha, merengue, mambo), as well as contemporary, hip hop , tango, just to name a few. Representing the prestigious and award winning MD Dance Elites are two of the key dancers, Edward and Linda.
Yared is double majored in Dance and also a multi-Time World Champion. As founding member and dancer of Alma Latina’s Pro team, she is well known with her sassy styling and person charming flavor in her dance moves, choreography and sense of musicality
Multi-time World Champion and Founding member and Co-Director of Alma Latina San Diego. He began his career at the age of nineteen in Tijuana, Baja California Mexico, in Alma Latina Tijuana Dance Company. His passion for dance has driven him to experiment new disciplines such as classic ballet, jazz, contemporary, and ballroom which allowed him to create his fused style of technique and flavour. He is ranked amongst the most important dancers in California and Mexico.
Frank Santos is one of the hottest new talents in Europe as well as in the international scene. He is renowned for his dynamic, creative style and seamlessly incorporates this into his teaching technique. Frank's current passion is working with bachata and contemporary dance to evolve a new style that fuses the most exciting elements of each.
Gatica is the co-creator of Bachata Nueva, a form of bachata that has become a very popular all over the world last year. Gatica explains that the key to Bachata Nueva is fun, technique and passion. The goal is to have freedom to dance. What she loves the most is the sensuality and connection in partner work.
One of the friendliest Latin dance festivals in Asia that offers foundation dance workshops.
Time | 11 MAY 2018, FRIDAY |
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7.30pm - 8.00pm | @ LE DANZ DOOR OPEN FOR REGISTRATION |
8.00pm - 9.00pm | MG Dance Company Bachata Fusion Partnerwork |
9.00pm - 2.00am | PARTY & PERFORMANCES |
Artists Line-Up and Schedule are Subjected to Changes
Time | 12 MAY 2018, SATURDAY | |
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10.30am - 11.00am | @ LE DANZ DOOR OPEN FOR REGISTRATION |
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10.30am - 11.30pm | Luis y Andrea Bachata Sensual I (Partnerwork) |
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11.30am - 12.30pm | Frank y Gatica Bachata Fusion I (Partnerwork) |
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12.30pm - 1.30pm | Jonathan Ibarra Alma Latina Men's Shines (Shines) |
Yared Martinez Alma Latina Ladies' Shines (Shines) |
1.45pm - 2.45pm | Alma Latina Bachata Partnerwork (Masterclass Choreography) Bring Your Own Partner* ($30 per couple for Full Pass Holders / $90 per couple for Non Full Pass Holders) |
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2.45am - 3.45pm | Alex y Desiree Dominican Bachata I |
Frank y Gatica Bachata Fun Moves (Partnerwork) |
3.45pm - 4.45pm | MG Dance Company Bachata Tango (Partnerwork) |
Alex y Desiree Dominican Bachata II |
5.00pm - 7.00pm | Technical Rehearsals for Performers (Order will be First-Come First-Served) |
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9.00pm - 4.00am | Saturday Night Party Door Opens @ 9.00PM Shows Starts @ 10.00PM We Party till 4.00AM |
Artists Line-Up and Schedule are Subjected to Changes
Time | 13 MAY 2018, SUNDAY | |
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10.30am - 11.00pm | @ LE DANZ DOOR OPEN FOR REGISTRATION |
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11.00am - 12.00pm | MG Dance Company Lyrical Bachata (Partnerwork) |
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12.00pm - 1.00pm | Frank y Gatica Bachata Fusion II (Partnerwork) |
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1.00pm - 2.00pm | Alma Latina Bachata Partnerwork (Partnerwork) |
MG Dance Comapany Spins & Turns Techniques (Solo & Partnerwork) |
2.00pm - 3.00pm | Alex y Desiree Dominican Bachata III (Musicality & Techniques) |
Frank y Gatica Sexy Bachata & Dips (Partnerwork) |
3.00pm - 3.30pm | BREAK (30 MINS) / SELF-PRACTICE | |
3.30pm - 4.30pm | Luis y Andrea Bachata Sensual II (Partnerwork Techniques) |
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4.45pm - 5.45pm | Luis y Andrea Impressive Bachata Sensual (Masterclass Choreography) Bring Your Own Partner* ($30 per couple for Full Pass Holders / $90 per couple for Non Full Pass Holders) |
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5.45pm - 7.00pm | BREAK | |
7.00pm - 1.00am | Asia Bachata Jack and Jill Championships & Social J&J Registration @ 7.45PM Party Starts @ 8.00PM Competition @ 8.30PM |
Artists Line-Up and Schedule are Subjected to Changes
ALMA LATINA CHOREOGRAPHY | FRANK SANTOS Y GATICA BRODIN SHINES |
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9 May (Wed) 3h 15m 7.45PM to 11.00PM |
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10 May (Thu) 3h 15m 7.45PM to 11.00PM |
10 May (Thu) 3h 8.00PM to 11.00PM |
11 May (Fri) 1h 30m 6.00PM to 7.30PM |
11 May (Fri) 2h 6.00PM to 8.00PM |
12 May (Sat) Tech Rehearsal & Performance |
Artists Line-Up and Schedule are Subjected to Changes
Be ready for a fantastically magical dance festival.
Since the inception of SBW 2016, the Jack and Jills (J&J) has been a sensational hit and we definitely want to repeat it this year!
Competitors register alone as Lead or Follower. Rotations will take place during preliminary phases. This competition measures contestants’ social dancing skills.
JOIN THE FUN TODAY! There will be prizes to be won!!
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Plan your May 2018 and don't miss the lowest prices!
PASSES | ||||||||
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Types of Passes (SGD) |
till 15th Feb (50 tickets) |
till 31st March 2018 |
till 10th May 2018 |
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Full Event Pass | ||||||||
- Access to Workshops (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) - Access to 3 Nights Parties (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) |
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Overseas Pass (Full Event) |
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- Access to Workshops (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) - Access to 3 Nights Parties (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) |
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Full Party Pass | ||||||||
- Access to 3 Nights Parties (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) | ||||||||
BOOTCAMP PASSES Bootcamp Performance on 12th May (Saturday) |
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Types of Bootcamp (SGD) |
Full Party Pass Combo Valid till 1st May 2018 |
Full Event Pass Combo Valid till 1st May 2018 |
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ALMA LATINA
CHOREOGRAPHY BOOTCAMP (8 HOURS) * Please Sign Up with a Partner |
S$388 - Access to Workshop (Fri)* - Access to 3 Nights Parties (Fri, Sat & Sun) |
S$478 - Access to Workshops (Fri, Sat & Sun) - Access to 3 Nights Parties (Fri, Sat & Sun) |
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Frank Santos & Gatica Brodin Shines Bootcamp (5 HOURS) |
S$298 - Access to Workshop (Fri)* - Access to 3 Nights Parties (Fri, Sat & Sun) |
S$388 - Access to Workshops (Fri, Sat & Sun) - Access to 3 Nights Parties (Fri, Sat & Sun) |
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SINGLE DAY PASSES | ||||||||
Types of Passes (SGD) |
Before Event Day till 10th May 2018 |
At the Door | ||||||
ONE Night Party & Show Pass | S$80 (Saturday SOLD OUT) | |||||||
- Access to Show & Party for ONE EVENT NIGHT | ||||||||
ONE Day Event Pass | ||||||||
- Access to Workshop, Show & Party for ONE EVENT DAY | ||||||||
Single Night Show Pass | S$40 (Saturday SOLD OUT) | |||||||
- Access to Shows for ONE EVENT NIGHT (Party NOT INCLUDED) |
We are pleased to announce that Hotel Royal @ Queen's is Our Official Hotel for Singapore Bachata Weekend 11-13 May 2018!! This special rate will only be exclusively for our Singapore Bachata Weekend 2018 Participants. So HURRY AND BOOK YOUR ROOM TODAY!! Limited rooms available.
12 Queen Street Singapore 188553
The Bachata Weekend that will change your lives!