Vitalidad Movement Arts Center

700 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, USA

Address:	700 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, USA
Phone:	+1 971-266-3935
Site:	vmacpdx.com
Rating:	5
Working:	5:15–9:30PM 5:45–9:30PM 5:15–9:30PM 5–9:30PM 6:15–9:30PM 10AM–6:30PM 5:30–8:30PM

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Reviews 6

Andre Fuchs

I wanted to learn how to dance, but I had no idea how. I was about as stiff as your average gringo (no offense out there) and too clumsy to move in a way that could be considered "dancing". Well, with a quick google search Vitalidad was the first option to come up and I thought, why not? I attended a bachata class thinking it was some kind of mexican dish, oblivious to the fact that it was one of the most sesnual and romantic dances out there. My first day of class I was awed by the kindness and patience that Carolina and Jamal demonstrated and the fun that they had in class. It was a comfortable environment where I could learn how to express myself as the intimidation of social dancing was gradually unraveled. My very first day I had already learned the basic step and a fun routine that I could practice. I have been here ever since and am now comfortable on the dance floor and realizing my dream of being able to dance. I have also since learned that Bachata is not a mexican dish. Carolina and Jamal seemingly take everyone under their wing and teach them not only how to dance, but to feel and be a part of the music. If you want to feel like part of a family and learn how to dance, or get fit with the variety of yoga and fitness classes, this is the place for you. Thank you, Carolina and Jamal.

Deblin McKnight

Not enough good things to say about this place. Carolina & Jamal go above and beyond to make each student feel like they are at home (I asked for Sugar Free Red Bull and Boom, next day, they had it!) and welcome in the community. All the instructs overall are amazing and different. With the monthly class pass you can take all of the styles of dance and arent limited to just "Latin" styles. The upstairs studio is great for private lessons and smaller, intimate settings. Coming here is like coming home - but with dance! Highly recommended from one Salsera to all of you.

L NS

Vitalidad Movement Arts Center is an amazing dance studio and community space. Carolina and Jamal bring so much passion to their teaching - their love of movement in infectious. This is the only studio in Portland where you can find authentic salsa and bachata, tango, Brazilian zouk and kizomba (both new to Portland) as well as club styles like vogue and waacking. VMAC is a supportive, safe space to learn and express yourself - Im so thankful to Carolina and Jamal for making it happen. I (re)discovered my love of dance at VMAC, and you will too.

Cara Bergeson

Vitalidad is the place to learn to kizomba, zouk, salsa, bachata and so much more. It is a professionally run dance studio with instructors who are knowledgeable, talented, friendly and truly care about dance and their students. From beginner to advance you will learn something in class and have fun doing so. We are so lucky to have Jamal and Carolina teaching kizomba and Nathalia teaching zouk in Portland. If you love dancing, this studio is the place.

Andreina Mundarain

Great variety of classes with awesome instructors. The location is easy to find and straight across the Hawthorne bridge so its easy to get to.

Ian Sergeant

Great community of positive instructors. They offer a variety of dance styles, and even yoga and fitness classes!