Registration Fee: $799 per person*
* Full event pass must be purchased to participate.
Hello Bachata Fest 2025
Sensual Movement Bachata Instructor Training & Certification
Sensual Movement Bachata Instructor Training & Certification
Friday, July 25
Saturday, July 26
Sunday, July 27
Times: TBA
Saturday, July 26
Sunday, July 27
Times: TBA
Levels:
Intermediate +
You must meet the minimum level requirement to participate.
You must meet the minimum level requirement to participate.
Hyatt Regency SF Airport
1333 Bayshore Highway
Burlingame, CA
Welcome to Sensual Movement's Bachata Instructor Training & Certification Program!
Are you passionate about dancing and teaching?
Ready to take your skills to the next level? Sensual Movement USA's 12-hour training course is designed to equip you with everything you need to become a certified Sensual Bachata instructor. Spanning across three days, you will participate in 4 hours of immersive, hands-on training each day.
Throughout the program, you’ll receive expert guidance from certified and trained professionals who will share their knowledge, tips, and techniques to help you master the art of teaching Sensual Bachata. By the end of the course, you’ll be fully prepared to step into the role of a certified instructor, confident in your ability to lead, inspire, and share the beauty of Sensual Bachata with your students.
Throughout the program, you’ll receive expert guidance from certified and trained professionals who will share their knowledge, tips, and techniques to help you master the art of teaching Sensual Bachata. By the end of the course, you’ll be fully prepared to step into the role of a certified instructor, confident in your ability to lead, inspire, and share the beauty of Sensual Bachata with your students.
Hello! Bachata Fest will be hosting Sensual Movement USA's training and certification program for this year. The following instructors will be helping you work towards instructor certification:
Instructors 1 & 2:
Patrick & Johanna
Patrick and Johanna began working together in 2021 and have since taught and performed across the U.S., Dominican Republic, South America, Europe, and Asia. In 2025, they co-founded Bachata Fuze Dance Skool, blending their diverse dance backgrounds to create a unique approach to Sensual Bachata.
Together, Patrick and Johanna are passionate about sharing their knowledge and inspiring students worldwide through innovative choreography, engaging performances, and a commitment to spreading their love for dance across cultures.
Together, Patrick and Johanna are passionate about sharing their knowledge and inspiring students worldwide through innovative choreography, engaging performances, and a commitment to spreading their love for dance across cultures.
Who is Johanna Pellerin?
Johanna Pellerin, born and raised in Paris, is a versatile dancer, teacher, and choreographer with a rich background in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and belly dance. After completing a jazz and contemporary choreographic program in France, she moved to New York in 2017 to join the Alvin Ailey School. During her time there, Johanna honed her skills in modern dance, hip hop, and other disciplines. After graduating from the scholarship program, she discovered Sensual Bachata and Salsa, which became a cornerstone of her career as a teacher and choreographer.
Who is Patrick Mozo?
Patrick Mozo began his artistic journey as a martial artist at the age of 12, competing and performing in various cities. In 2012, he discovered dance and trained in Sensual Bachata, Salsa On1 and On2, Afro, Rumba, Hip Hop, and Jazz under Fernando Rodriguez at Estilo Urbano in Uruguay. After moving to the U.S. in 2017, Patrick immersed himself in the vibrant NYC dance scene and began teaching with Sensual Movement in 2018. He continued refining his craft by training with world-renowned artists, including Daniel & Desiree.
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Instructors 3 & 4:
Anastasia & Jovanny
Anastasia and Jovanny are bachata artists based in Orlando, FL, with extensive Bachata Sensual training. They traveled many times to Cadiz, Spain (birth city of Bachata Sensual) to train with the founders of this dance, Korke y Judith, and other official ambassadors of the brand, and have a Gold-level teaching certification by Daniel & Desiree. This diverse blend of training gives them a deep understanding of Bachata technique and creates their unique style of dancing and teaching that they now share at festivals around the USA and internationally.
They own Bachata Sensual Orlando LLC Dance School, which prides itself in a technique-focused approach and drive to build a stronger Bachata scene in Orlando.
They own Bachata Sensual Orlando LLC Dance School, which prides itself in a technique-focused approach and drive to build a stronger Bachata scene in Orlando.
Who is Anastasia Nikolaeva?
Anastasia, originally from Russia, is an artist with many multimedia skills, currently working in the video game industry. Her lifetime of formal and informal artistic training allowing her to understand how to create beautiful and artistic dance.
Who is Jovanny Fuentes?
Jovanny, born in New Jersey with Puerto Rican/Salvadorian ethnicity, is an aerospace engineer with a long history competing and teaching martial arts. His technical background and years of teaching experience give him a unique ability to explain detailed technique to his students in a way they understand.
Who is Sensual Movement USA?
Sensual Movement is committed to hosting the biggest and most exhilarating bachata sensual festivals each year. Their goal is to bring people together to do what we love most, and that’s learning and training in Sensual Bachata USA. They pride themselves in having the best quality instructors around the nation!
Do you have questions about the program? Send them a message and one of their experienced instructors can help!
Do you have questions about the program? Send them a message and one of their experienced instructors can help!
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Ready to become a certified Sensual Bachata instructor?
Sign up today and start your journey toward mastering the art of teaching this beautiful dance. Sensual Movement USA trainers are here to guide you every step of the way, providing you with the tools, techniques, and confidence you need to succeed. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your dancing career and make a lasting impact on your students!
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot now and join us for this transformative training experience!
Location
Hyatt Regency SF Airport
1333 Old Bayshore Hwy
Burlingame, CA
1333 Old Bayshore Hwy
Burlingame, CA
We are proud to host our event at one of the largest hotels in the area. Located just minutes away from the San Francisco Int'l Airport, it's the best hotel to get you to and from the event.
- Popular
- Full Pass
- $195
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Bachata, Salsa, Kizomba, and Zouk
- Dancing 'til 7:00am
- All Day Workshops
- Day Parties
- Performance Showcases
- PreParty
- Buy Pass Now
- Kizomba Competition
- +$25
- Addon
- Urban Kiz Jack & Jill dance competition to see who's the best among their peers.
- Divisions: Novice and Intermediate
- Full Pass Purchase Required
- PreParty
- Zouk Competition
- +$25
- Addon
- Zouk Jack & Jill competition to see who's the best among their peers.
- Saturday 7-9pm
- Sunday 7-9pm
- Divisions: Novice and Intermediate
- Full Pass Purchase Required
- PreParty
- Pre-Party
- $20
- Thursday
- Add more memories with dancing at the venue before the official weekend festival!
- 2 Rooms: Bachata and Salsa
- Dancing 'til 3:00am
- Some Int'l Artists Expected
- Presales End 12:00pm Day-of
- Instructor Certification
- +$799
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Become the best version of yourself through this certification program!
- A program by Sensual Movement USA
- Four Certified instructors
- 4 Hours a day
- 3-Day Program
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