FAQ: Bachata Classes at ICB Studios Hamburg

No, you don't need to register with a partner :)

We rotate partners throughout the class so that you can experience different types of dancers. First this gets you comfortable dancing with others, and secondly you can improve much more quickly by learning to adapt to different styles. Now you can take these skills to the social dances!

If you have never danced Bachata before, we have our dedicated 12-week Bachata beginner program! It's the perfect start to your Bachata journey :)

Please send us a mail or text us on WhatsApp to get info about our next Beginner program.

We look forward to meeting you!

This depends on the Bachata style you have learnt. If you are new to the Bachata Sensual style and the essential techniques, you will visit our foundation classes, before continuing with any other level.

All newcomers with Bachata experience will need to come to one of our level checks to see which class(es) they can book for the next season.

See our season overview to see if level check registrations are open or contact us to ask for more info.

Late entry may be possible up until the second week after program start. Please contact us to enquire about the possibilities.

If you want to join classes at ICB Studios, there are three options to register:

1. You have never danced Bachata before and want to join a beginner class: You can book your spot via our Classes page or contact us to know the next program dates.
2. You already have Bachata experience and want to join a program: You need to reserve a level-check to see which class(es) you can book in the next season. You can reserve your spot via our Classes page or contact us to know the next level check dates.
3. You have Bachata experience and want to join a drop-in class: Please visit our booking page and book your drop-in class(es) directly there.

For the 12-week package:

• 1 class/week: 165€
• 2 classes/week: 280€
• 3 classes/week: 365€
• 4 classes/week: 415€

The drop-in classes we offer cost 16€ per class.

Through the connected booking and payment system. We only list payment methods that are actually supported.

As we work with programs in fixed groups, we do not offer any (free) trials in our regular program classes. However, if you want to get to know the community and get an insight into teaching at ICB Studios, you are very welcome to join our ICB Sunday session, which includes an open-level class and Bachata practice.

ICB Sundays happen at our location in HafenCity from 19:00 - 23:00 and cost 13€ per person.

For any further drop-in options and dance events at ICB Studios, please visit our events page or our booking page.

Our classes are taught both in English and German, depending on the teacher and class group. German and/or English can be always supplemented when needed.

Wear whatever you feel most comfortable in, that also allows for a moderate range of motion for your body.

For few of our classes, drop-ins are possible. You can check all drop-in options on the booking page. You can reserve your spot directly there and come to the respective class(es) :)

The styling classes are intended for dancers who are already very comfortable with the basic steps and their variations. In the styling classes we add decorations on top of the regular Bachata movements. This is why the styling classes are not open for beginners.

Beginners will learn first simple styling options during the beginners program.

ICB Studios has two locations, Eilbek & Hafencity.

Check our schedule to see which classes happen where.