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Thursday, August 14
 

3:00pm EDT

Registration :: 3pm-4AM :: at International Terrace
Thursday August 14, 2014 3:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
X. International Terrace (Vendor Area) 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Sensual Bachata de Espana

Thursday August 14, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

"French Style" Kizomba Footwork/Styling

Thursday August 14, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Bachata Partnerwork: Musicality & Styling
Instructors

Thursday August 14, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Psy-cology Salsa Lead & Follow Techniques to take you form Ordinary to Extraordinary
Amp u up your lead and follow technique that will make your fellow dancers notice. Learn simple equations to make your follow and lead smooth.

Instructors

Thursday August 14, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

7:00pm EDT

Immaculate Bachata Moves
Instructors

Thursday August 14, 2014 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

7:00pm EDT

Salsa Combinations from the Champions

Thursday August 14, 2014 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

8:00pm EDT

Sexy Touch Bachata

Thursday August 14, 2014 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

8:00pm EDT

Kizomba 101- Getting Started!
Instructors

Thursday August 14, 2014 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00pm EDT

Thursday Night Dancing Schedule

THURSDAY NIGHT BALLROOM DANCING  SCHEDULE 


DCBachata.com Bachata Ballroom 

International West



*Salsa, Mambo Cha Cha Ballroom Hosted by Stuck On Salsa 

Jefferson 

 

*Kizomba Ballroom

Georgetown


*Zouk Ballroom Hosted by DC Zouk Festival

Lincoln 

 



Thursday August 14, 2014 10:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Multiple Ballrooms

11:00pm EDT

Kizomba & Semba Music Starts Hosted By Kizomba America
Thursday August 14, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Salsa, Mambo Cha Cha Ballroom Hosted by Stuck On Salsa
Thursday August 14, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Zouk Ballroom Hosted by DC Zouk Festival
Thursday August 14, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009
 
Friday, August 15
 

9:00am EDT

Registration Hours:: 10am-6pm AND 8pm-4am :: at International Terrace
Registration Closes 6pm-8pm on this day!

Friday August 15, 2014 9:00am - 10:00pm EDT
Multiple Ballrooms

10:00am EDT

DC Bachata Orientation & Official Ribbon Cutting
Speakers
avatar for Lee El Gringuito Smith

Lee El Gringuito Smith

CEO, DCBX.org
Born in Brooklyn New York, in 1981, Lee Edward Smith Jr was always an entertainer at heart. Family members recall that he would perform dancing and singing shows to entertain them. At the age of eight, he saw his first Broadway musical, Cats. For weeks, his family had to sit through... Read More →


Friday August 15, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Dominican Turn Patterns


Friday August 15, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Salsa On2 Puerto Rico Style

Friday August 15, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:15am EDT

DC Bachata Congress Press Conference
Speakers
avatar for Lee El Gringuito Smith

Lee El Gringuito Smith

CEO, DCBX.org
Born in Brooklyn New York, in 1981, Lee Edward Smith Jr was always an entertainer at heart. Family members recall that he would perform dancing and singing shows to entertain them. At the age of eight, he saw his first Broadway musical, Cats. For weeks, his family had to sit through... Read More →

Instructors
BC

Baila Conmigo [New Jersey]

America's Got Talent Stars grace our ballrooms with instruction in Salsa and Stage performance!
KA

Kat Arias (VA)

Official Dance Studio of the DC Bachata Congress


Friday August 15, 2014 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Holmead 1919 Connecticut Ave NW DC

12:00pm EDT

Smooth & Classy Bachata
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

How Diversity Shapes Business & It's Importance in our Communities (Panel Discussion)
Limited Capacity seats available

Friday August 15, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Jay 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Semba Basics

Friday August 15, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

On2 Boot Camp for Beginners
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

BALLROOM CLOSED
: PERFORMERS ONLY for Tech Rehearsal

Friday August 15, 2014 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Tech Rehearsal- Performers Only
Moderators
Friday August 15, 2014 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Even More Sexy Bachata
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Forro

 




Friday August 15, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

How to use Comedy while teaching & in your daily life!
Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers
S

Silvia

Originally from Washington, DC, Sylvia is the only renowned African American Female Impressionist in the country. She was one of the first solo artists to tour and open for Whitney Houston when Ms. Houston was one of the biggest names in the entertainment business. The arenas they... Read More →


Friday August 15, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Holmead 1919 Connecticut Ave NW DC

1:00pm EDT

Musicality

Friday August 15, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

2:00pm EDT

Touch Bachata

Friday August 15, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Traditional Freestyle Shines & Partnerwork
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Spicy Syncopations!
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Connections and Techniques
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

3:00pm EDT

Vendor Power Hour BEST SALES + MONEY MACHINE + SUPER FUN SURPRISE 30 MINUTE CLASS
Friday August 15, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
X. International Terrace (Vendor Area) 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Stiletto Movement & Styling
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Sexy Bachata Partnering

Friday August 15, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Cha Cha Shines/Partner Work

Friday August 15, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Chat with the Saudi Arabian Embassy
Friday August 15, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Holmead 1919 Connecticut Ave NW DC

3:00pm EDT

Musicality in Salsa/Mambo Open Footwork
Speakers

Friday August 15, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Salsa with Style
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Body Movement
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

4:00pm EDT

Bachata Ladies Enjoy the Ride
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Samba de Gafiera

Friday August 15, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Salsa on2 Footwork & Partner work

Friday August 15, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Salsa Tricks & Lifts AS SEEN ON AMERICA'S GOT TALENT
Instructors
BC

Baila Conmigo [New Jersey]

America's Got Talent Stars grace our ballrooms with instruction in Salsa and Stage performance!


Friday August 15, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Zouk Foundations

Friday August 15, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Monroe 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Santo Rico Style Partnerwork

Friday August 15, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Ladies/Men Styling
Instructors

Friday August 15, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

BaZOUKa (bachata zouk fusion)

Friday August 15, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Feeling & Leading

Friday August 15, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Afro-Rumba Explosion
Instructors
DC

Dicky Colon (Puerto Rico)

Choreographer to Jerry Rivera spreads his knowledge of Afro-Rumba motion.


Friday August 15, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Turns, Spins, and Shaping

Friday August 15, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Meet & Greet Salsa, Bachata & Kizomba Sunset Party
Meet and Greet the artists of the Congress in an outdoor setting with Music, Dance, Firepits and Tents. 

Free to the public.

Please note this is an OUTDOOR event. In chance of Rain, party will be move to Saturday.  

Friday August 15, 2014 6:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
Heights Courtyard 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

8:30pm EDT

Richard Glover DC Fashion Foundation & GFranco Dance Shoes Runway Fashion Show!
Doors open at 8pm for VIP Table Seating and general seating. First-come First-serve. 

Shows will begin at approximately 8:30pm! 

Friday Fashion Show from 8:30-9:00pm Richard Glover DC Fashion Foundation Fashion Show & GFranco Dance Shoes Fashion Show!  

9pm-11pm World Class Performances 

Friday August 15, 2014 8:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

9:00pm EDT

Latin Mix Ballroom Open During Shows Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Latin Mix
Friday August 15, 2014 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

9:00pm EDT

Show Time with World Class Performers!
Friday August 15, 2014 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:30pm EDT

Friday Night Dancing Schedule

FRIDAY BALLROOMS OF DANCING


*The World’s Largest Bachata Ballroom MAIN BALLROOM

International Center 

(NOTE MIKA MENDES will perform in the MAIN BALLROOM & we will play Kizomba with a mix of Bachata from approx 11:30pm-1am)


*Salsa, Mambo, & Cha Cha Ballroom Hosted by Stuck On Salsa

International East

 

Majic 102.3 R&B, Throw Back Ballroom, R&B 

International West 

 

*International/Reggae Ballroom

Cabinet 

 

*Kizomba Ballroom *Semba Ballroom

Georgetown 



*Authentic/Traditional Bachata Room Sponsored by Bachatu

Jefferson 

 

*Zouk Ballroom Hosted by DC Zouk Festival

Lincoln 

 



Friday August 15, 2014 10:30pm - 11:00pm EDT
Multiple Ballrooms

11:00pm EDT

Authentic/Traditional Bachata Room Sponsored by Bachatu
Friday August 15, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

International, Hip Hop & REGGAE Music Starts
Friday August 15, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Kizomba & Semba Music Starts
Friday August 15, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Majic 102.3 R&B, Throw Back Ballroom, R&B
Friday August 15, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Salsa, Mambo & Cha Cha Music Begins Hosted By STUCK ON SALSA
Friday August 15, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Zouk Ballroom Hosted by DC Zouk Festival
Friday August 15, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

MIKA MENDES CONCERT: KIZOMBA STAR
Friday August 15, 2014 11:00pm - Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00am EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009
 
Saturday, August 16
 

9:00am EDT

10:00am EDT

Lifts, Dips & Tricks

Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Body Movement & Isolations
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

HipChata: Dominicana Meets Urbana

Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Intermediate Combinations
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Monroe 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Latin Funk Merengue & Reggaeton

Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Fancy Salsa Partnerwork

Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

NY Mambo Night Club Turn Combinations
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

BALLROOM CLOSED Tech Rehearsal-Performers Only (Afternoon Performers)
: PERFORMERS ONLY for Tech Rehearsal- Matinee Show

Moderators
Saturday August 16, 2014 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Argentine Tango Beginner Bootcamp

Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Bachata Partnerwork

Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Sexy Bachata
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Kizomba Body Movement

Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Monroe 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Afro House
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Learn America's Got Talent's Jon & Andrew Star-Studded Performance

Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Kizomba Beginners Bootcamp (2 Hours) Part 1
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Bachata Urbana

Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Shine-like-a-Diva Bachata Ladies Styling
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Cha Cha Grove
Get your Cha Cha On with Shaka Brown!

Speakers

Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Neokiz Musicality
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Body Movement & Isolations & Salsa on 2 Footwork
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Salsa Shines de Espana

Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

BALLROOM CLOSED Tech Rehearsal-(Evening Show Performers)
PERFORMERS ONLY for Tech Rehearsal- Late Night Show

Moderators
Saturday August 16, 2014 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Dominican style in couple

Saturday August 16, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Sensual Bachata
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Omega Studios Music recording and school Learn about the Art of Music Recording
Omega Studios Music recording and school Learn about the Art of Music Recording! 

Learn all about producing music & the music industry! 

 


Saturday August 16, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Holmead 1919 Connecticut Ave NW DC

1:00pm EDT

1:00pm EDT

Dance with America's Got Talent Stars! Baila Conmigo!!
Instructors
BC

Baila Conmigo [New Jersey]

America's Got Talent Stars grace our ballrooms with instruction in Salsa and Stage performance!


Saturday August 16, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Ooooo Salsa on 1
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Bachata Moderna Beginners Bootcamp (2 Hours)
Instructors
KA

Kat Arias (VA)

Official Dance Studio of the DC Bachata Congress


Saturday August 16, 2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

How to Market Events, Deal with Venues & Be a Successful Promoter/Instructor (PANEL DISCUSSION)
Panelist will discuss how each one of them turned their passion into profit. They will talk about their experiences, tips on career building in their industry, how they got to where they are,  and more. 

Moderator will close with Q&A.  

Moderators
Speakers
avatar for Lee El Gringuito Smith

Lee El Gringuito Smith

CEO, DCBX.org
Born in Brooklyn New York, in 1981, Lee Edward Smith Jr was always an entertainer at heart. Family members recall that he would perform dancing and singing shows to entertain them. At the age of eight, he saw his first Broadway musical, Cats. For weeks, his family had to sit through... Read More →

Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Holmead 1919 Connecticut Ave NW DC

2:00pm EDT

Bachata Footwork With FiebreBugalu
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Traditional Bachata Roots

Saturday August 16, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Monroe 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Samba-Lambada

 

 



Saturday August 16, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Syncopations in Footwork
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Stage Dancing with Jerry Rivera's Choreographer!
Instructors
DC

Dicky Colon (Puerto Rico)

Choreographer to Jerry Rivera spreads his knowledge of Afro-Rumba motion.


Saturday August 16, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

ZenZouk. Improvisation (EARTH)
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:30pm EDT

The Power of Social Media & Technology to Take Your Events from Ordinary to Extraordinary
Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers
avatar for Lee El Gringuito Smith

Lee El Gringuito Smith

CEO, DCBX.org
Born in Brooklyn New York, in 1981, Lee Edward Smith Jr was always an entertainer at heart. Family members recall that he would perform dancing and singing shows to entertain them. At the age of eight, he saw his first Broadway musical, Cats. For weeks, his family had to sit through... Read More →

Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Holmead 1919 Connecticut Ave NW DC

3:00pm EDT

3:00pm EDT

Lady Styling Beginner Bootcamp
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Acrobatic Bachata Tricks and Lifts

Saturday August 16, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Technique & Connection
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Cumbia Coolness

Saturday August 16, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Lead and Follow Techniques
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Tricks in Kizomba/Semba

Saturday August 16, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Lifts & Balance
Instructors
DP

Dave Paris [NYC]

America's Got Talent Superstar!


Saturday August 16, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Back & Forward Voleos

Saturday August 16, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Bachata Romantica

Saturday August 16, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Dominican Style Bachata

Saturday August 16, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Kizomba Styling/Body Movement
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Navigating Zouk Safely

Saturday August 16, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

SHOWTIME! 1st Show: Saturday Matinee
Saturday August 16, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Baby Swag Hot Moves for the Dance Floor

Saturday August 16, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Monroe 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

The Power of Dance: Healing and Restoration for Survivors of Abuse and Sexual Exploitation
In the spirit of promoting culture and health, The DC Bachata Congress "The World's Largest Bachata Festival" is hosting a series of workshops on the connection between music and well-being. Please join me for a special presentation on the transformational connection between dance and healing for survivors of abuse and sexual exploitation. 

Dance has life-giving power for those who have experienced trauma. Going through situations such as rape, abuse, assault, and human trafficking can train our bodies to dissociate from our emotions, making it difficult to engage in healthy physical activities. Dance can and has been used to bridge this gap, teaching survivors how to reconnect with themselves and others. In a safe environment, dance can be a liberating force that frees us to make healthy connections to experience life in a more empowered, holistic way. 

There will be music, poetry, and maybe even a dance performance. You don't want to miss it! See you there!

Speakers
avatar for Mary David

Mary David

I am an anti-human trafficking expert, attorney, actor, spoken word artist, and former United Nations Advisor on Women and Girls. I interned for the 2008 Clinton Campaign and also worked in Mrs. Clinton's Senate Office prior to that. This past month I left my position as a prosecutor... Read More →


Saturday August 16, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Holmead 1919 Connecticut Ave NW DC

5:00pm EDT

Body Manipulation and Contact Improvisation

For Bachata, Brazilian Zouk, and Tarraxhinha



Saturday August 16, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Samba

Saturday August 16, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Essentials of Smooth Kizomba
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Ladies Styling

Saturday August 16, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Lead & Follow Technique
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Baby-makin' Sensual Bachata

Saturday August 16, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Technical Steps

Saturday August 16, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Sexy Reggaeton
Instructors

Saturday August 16, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

BACHTA LAP DANCE No Camera. No Video. Just Lap Dance! (SURPRISE INSTRUCTORS)
Saturday August 16, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Speed Dating Event Pros in the City Extra Cost
Check out this great speed dating event!  Includes Speed Dating 6pm-8pm & evening party! 

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Saturday August 16, 2014 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

8:00pm EDT

Shows with World Class Performers & with America's Got Latin Talent!!!
Saturday August 16, 2014 8:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

9:00pm EDT

Latin Mix Ballroom Open During Shows Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba (Cabinet Ballroom)
Saturday August 16, 2014 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

9:00pm EDT

Saturday Night Dancing Schedule

*The World’s Largest Bachata Ballroom
International Center 

(Note concert will happen 12:30am-2am & Salsa & Bachata will be played as we have stars Jerry Rivera & Toby Love... If you want 100% Bachata the Authentic Bachata room will be open during this time)  

*Salsa, Mambo, & Cha Cha Ballroom Hosted by Stuck On Salsa & Mr Mambo
International East



*Kizomba Ballroom
International West 



*Authentic/Traditional Bachata Room Sponsored by Bachata
Georgetown 


*International Ballroom 
Cabinet  


*Brazillian Ballroom 
Jefferson 


*Tango Ballroom 
Lincoln


*Zouk/Caribbean Zouk Ballroom Hosted by DC Zouk Festival
Monroe




Saturday August 16, 2014 9:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Multiple Ballrooms

11:00pm EDT

Argentine Tango Music Begins
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Authentic/Traditional Bachata Music Starts
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Brazilian Music Starts
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

International/Hip Hop/Party Music Starts
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Kizomba Music Starts
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Salsa, Mambo & Cha Cha Music Begins Hosted By STUCK ON SALSA
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Zouk/Caribbean Zouk Ballroom Hosted by DC ZOUK FEST
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Monroe 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

JERRY RIVERA & TOBY LOVE LIVE!
Saturday August 16, 2014 11:00pm - Sunday August 17, 2014 1:30am EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009
 
Sunday, August 17
 

9:00am EDT

10:00am EDT

Bachata Moderna
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Street-Style Bachata

Sunday August 17, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Slick Saidas
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Salsa On 1 with a Twist

Sunday August 17, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

LambaZouk
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00am EDT

Kizomba Bootcamp (2 Hours) Part 2

Sunday August 17, 2014 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Three A's of Bachata
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Battle Class! Bachata VS Salsa

Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Nexercise App My Fitness Story & How I Won a $25,000 Sponsorship
Limited Capacity seats available


Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Jay 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Nutrition for Dancers & Fitness
Limited Capacity seats available

Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Fairchild West

11:00am EDT

Kizomba Bootcamp- Get on the Fast Track!
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Turns in Kizomba/Semba

Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00am EDT

Diva Ladies Styling
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

BachaTango

Sunday August 17, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

'Flow del Batey' Shines

Sunday August 17, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Urban Bachata Fusion

Sunday August 17, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Sexy Sizziling Samba Rio Style
Speakers

Sunday August 17, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Self Defense with Mikido
Instructors
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Master Brent Hess

Director & Instructor, Mikido MMA Studio
Message from Master Brent Hess: "MiKiDo for me has of course been an art I love, more than that though, it has been a lifestyle. I think once people realize the lifestyle they TRUELY want to live, a life of health and energy and all-around confidence, they will see the real value... Read More →


Sunday August 17, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Syncopations

Sunday August 17, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

12:00pm EDT

Kid's Salsa & Training Tips
Instructors
BC

Baila Conmigo [New Jersey]

America's Got Talent Stars grace our ballrooms with instruction in Salsa and Stage performance!


Sunday August 17, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Dips & Tricks
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Bachata/Zouk Fusion: Turns & Isolations
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

1:00pm EDT

Salsa Shines
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Spinning Technique
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Beginner Tap
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

1:00pm EDT

Let's Get Physical Fitness Concert and Benefit ($25 Extra Cost)
 Let's Get Physical Fitness Concert and Benefit will be open to the already thousands of participants of the 6th Annual DC Bachata, Kizomba, Salsa & Latin Music Festival  as well as the general public.  This event will host fitness and nutritional workshops, presentation of various types of fitness routines, as well as vendors presenting their fitness focused products and services.  This event will also be supporting fundraising charities, such as Labor Of Love, where a percentage of the ticket sales will be used to support their cause.  Join us in this annual event that will target thousands nationally! There are several ways to become part of this event and offer you the opportunity of growth for your business.     


Sunday August 17, 2014 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Choreography workshop

Sunday August 17, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

FIERCE-chata
Instructors
KA

Kat Arias (VA)

Official Dance Studio of the DC Bachata Congress


Sunday August 17, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

"French Style" Basics

Sunday August 17, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Basic 3 Cubed
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

Kizomba Saidas- More Options!
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

2:00pm EDT

ZenZouk. Improvisation Part 2 (EARTH)
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Vendor Power Hour BEST SALES + MONEY MACHINE + SUPER FUN SURPRISE 30 MINUTE CLASS
Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
X. International Terrace (Vendor Area) 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Body Movement That Makes You Go MMMMMM.....

Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Brazilian Forro Musicality

Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Financial Education Services (FES) financial strategies (Seminar)
Financial Education Services (FES) financial strategies (Seminar)

"Who do you know who has less than perfect credit or businesses who use credit cards? Come see how you can 
protect your identity, your credit, your finances and ultimately your future?"


Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Fairchild West

3:00pm EDT

Basics & Fundamentals

Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Kizomba Feeling
Speakers

Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Monroe 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Syncopations

Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Shines & Partnerwork on 2
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

3:00pm EDT

Intro to Semba
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

4:00pm EDT

Bachata Body Party: Isolations & Manipulations

Sunday August 17, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Progressive Pachanga
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

L.A. Style Shines & Turn Patterns
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Salsa I'm Too Sexy It Hurts

Sunday August 17, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

Timing Changes & Musicality
Instructors

Sunday August 17, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

4:00pm EDT

BALLROOM CLOSED Tech Rehearsal-Performers Only
: PERFORMERS ONLY for Tech Rehearsal

Moderators
Sunday August 17, 2014 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

5:00pm EDT

Styling & Musicality in Kizomba

Sunday August 17, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Technical & Advanced Steps

Sunday August 17, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Semba Beginner

Sunday August 17, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

5:00pm EDT

Continuous Head Movement

Sunday August 17, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Battle Class! Bachata VS Salsa

Sunday August 17, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Jefferson 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Latin Swag Performance Team (Dance on Stage in Sunday's Show)

Sunday August 17, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

6:00pm EDT

Kizomba Patterns

Sunday August 17, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Lincoln 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

8:30pm EDT

Shows with World Class Performers
Sunday August 17, 2014 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
International Center 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

9:00pm EDT

Latin Mix Ballroom Open During Shows Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba (Cabinet Ballroom)
Sunday August 17, 2014 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

10:00pm EDT

Sunday Night Dancing Ballrooms

*The World’s Largest Bachata Ballroom
International Center 
 

*Salsa, Mambo, & Cha Cha Ballroom Hosted by Stuck On Salsa
International East


*Kizomba Ballroom
International West 


*Authentic/Traditional Bachata Room Sponsored by Bachata
Georgetown 


*International Ballroom 
Cabinet  

 



Sunday August 17, 2014 10:00pm - 10:30pm EDT
Multiple Ballrooms

11:00pm EDT

Authentic/Traditional Bachata Music Starts
Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Georgetown 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

International/Hip Hop/Party Music Starts
Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Cabinet 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Kizomba Music Starts
Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
International West 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

11:00pm EDT

Salsa, Mambo & Cha Cha Music Begins Hosted By STUCK ON SALSA
Sunday August 17, 2014 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
International East 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009
 


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