Valley Latin Dance Festival

VIP Festival pass

The VIP festival pass

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C$59.00

This all-inclusive pass provides full access to all of our festival workshops and events listed on the schedule and includes a special $20 gift from AVDC.

How does it work? VIP pass holders must register in advance for each workshop, lesson or event they plan to attend to reserve a spot. Simply email us at annapolisvalleydance@gmail.com to let us

This all-inclusive pass provides full access to all of our festival workshops and events listed on the schedule and includes a special $20 gift from AVDC.

How does it work? VIP pass holders must register in advance for each workshop, lesson or event they plan to attend to reserve a spot. Simply email us at annapolisvalleydance@gmail.com to let us know you are coming, so that we can ensure you're given the VIP spot guarantee.

Price is $59 per person and includes:

  • Full access to all of our festival workshops and events listed on the schedule
  • A $20 digital AVDC gift card that can be used for any AVDC online purchase in 2023
  • Access to the Conga Line & Dine promotion (receive a special discount for dinner at participating restaurants on July 15th)

Please check out our FAQ tab for more information about how to prepare for your upcoming lesson. Don't forget to read our cancellation, booking, and refund policies.

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Thursday July 13

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C$20.00

When: Thursday, July 13, 10:00am - 11:00am Where: YogaLife Studio, 344 Main Street, Wolfville

Join jazz vocalist and certified hatha yoga instructor, Aurora Scott, for a guided music meditation that incorporates gentle yogic singing, vowel pranayama and positive affirmations to set your intention for healthier, happier you. A peaceful and beautiful way to start your day!

Drop-in on time or sign up to guarantee your spot here:

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Mindful Movement (Workshop)
  • Mindful Movement (Workshop)
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C$20.00

When: Thursday, July 13,11:00am - 12:00pm Where: YogaLife Studio, 344 Main Street, Wolfville

Explore expressive, free-flowing movement to gentle and uplifting music with AVDC’s leaders as your guide. Together we will play, stretch, balance, and dance like nobody is watching.

A perfect activity to incorporate into your own daily mindfulness practice and an excellent addition to the music meditation workshop.

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Free

When: Thursday, July 13,12:00pm - 1:00pm Where: YogaLife Studio, 344 Main Street, Wolfville

United by our common love of dancing and quest for human connection, joy, and desire to embrace positive change, we will gather. AVDC’s instructors will share their personal journeys and the ways in which they have witnessed the many benefits of dance firsthand. Each person in the circle will be invited to share what dance means to them in a safe, inclusive, supportive setting.

This is a free event and everyone is welcome!

Space is limited, so drop-in on time or sign up to guarantee your spot here:

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Style and Shine (Workshop)
  • Style and Shine (Workshop)
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C$20.00

Ever wonder what to do with your hands or feet when you are dancing and your partner suddenly breaks free to do their own thing? Don’t just stand there, learn how to use shines and incorporate some styling into your routines.

This workshop will give you plenty of options that will be useful when dancing Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and other Latin dance styles. No partners necessary.

Details: 6:00pm - 7:00pm, Thursday, July 13th YogaLife Studio, 344 Main Street, Wolfville, NS

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Partner Connection Workshop
  • Partner Connection Workshop
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C$20.00

When: Thursday, July 13, 7:00-8:00pm Where: YogaLife Studio, 344 Main Street, Wolfville

This workshop is designed for partners looking to boost their confidence and comfort level with leading and following in dancing, while building trust, improving non-verbal communication, and deepening their sense of intimacy.

A perfect date activity for new couples to explore and an excellent way for long-term partners to get to know each other on a whole new level. Dance partners are required for this workshop.

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Bachata Lesson (All Levels)
  • Bachata Lesson (All Levels)
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C$20.00

When: Thursday, July 13, 8:00-9:30pm Where: YogaLife Studio, 344 Main Street, Wolfville

Bachata is a beautiful partner dance that originates from the Dominican Republic. It can be quite sensual when danced to traditional Bachata songs but can also be danced socially to almost any music in 4/4 time, making it a practical, easy, and fun option for North Americans to enjoy.

Partners are recommended, but not required.

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Friday July 14

Private Dance Lessons - 50% Off
  • Private Dance Lessons - 50% Off

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C$50.00

When: Friday, July 14,12:00pm - 4:00pm (4 one-hour times available) Where: YogaLife Studio, 344 Main Street, Wolfville

AVDC is offering private dance lessons for beginners in a style of your choosing between: Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cha-cha, Rhumba, and Kizomba.

Individuals and couples will get one full hour of private instruction with Aurora and Stuart, for only half of the regular price, in a beautiful private studio located in downtown Wolfville.

Space is limited, so please book in advance here:

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Latin Dance Party
  • Latin Dance Party
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C$20.00

When: Friday, July 14, 8:00pm - 10:00pm Where: Old Orchard Inn, 153 Greenwich Road S, Wolfville, NS

Join AVDC and friends in the ballroom at the legendary Old Orchard Inn to celebrate the Annapolis Valley’s first ever Latin dance festival! We encourage anyone interested in attending this event to sign up for the Salsa lesson beforehand (included in the admission fee) so that you can show off your new moves with confidence!

Dance the night away, shake and shimmy with Salsa, Merengue, Cha-Cha, Bachata, and Kizomba music. There will be prizes, games, refreshments, and fun for everyone! Drop-in or sign up to guarantee your spot here.

Coming from out of town? We’ve got you covered! The Old Orchard Inn is generously offering a discount on accommodation to anyone participating in our festival from July 13th -15th. Simply let them know that you are with AVDC when you make your reservation to learn more and save on your festival getaway experience!

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Salsa Lesson (All levels)
  • Salsa Lesson (All levels)
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C$20.00

When: Friday, July 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Old Orchard Inn, 153 Greenwich Road S, Wolfville, NS

Salsa is a fun and energetic partner dance that originates from Cuba. The traditional Salsa which is known as Cuban or New York Salsa, is danced “on two”. We will be teaching you the Los Angeles style of Salsa, which is danced on the first beat of the music – to keep it simple! It can be quite fast paced when danced to traditional Salsa songs but can also be danced socially to almost any music in 4/4 time, making it a practical option for everyone to enjoy.

Partners are recommended, but not required.

After your lesson, stay for the Latin dance party (included with your lesson) and a chance to win prizes and practice your new moves!

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