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Motivo L.A. Follow us to stay posted regarding class schedule & special events @ Motivo LA! Limited parking in gated lot. Ample street parking. The venue has one 3200 sq. ft.

Conveniently located off of Glendale Blvd in Atwater Village, MOTIVO LA is easily reached by car and public transit. ballroom, and one 530 sq. studio space. Both studios have 6′ tall mirrors along one wall, hardwood floors, state-of-the-art sound equipment and individual temperature controls. A front desk reception area, comfortable seating area, a full kitchen with bar seating and 2 public restrooms complete this 4,600 sq. space. Contact us to book: @ [email protected] or (323) 928-2196

Ballroom:

✨(3200 sq.ft.) floating hickory hardwood floor.

✨State-of-the-art sound equipment.

✨Dimmable crystal pendants & track lights.

✨DMX controlled RGB bars and moving spotlights.

✨Large ceiling fans.

✨2 zone HVAC system. Studio:

✨(530 sq. ft.) maple hardwood floor.

✨State-of-the-art sound equipment.

✨Dimmable track lights.

✨Ambient string lights.

✨Large ceiling fans.

✨HVAC system.

✨Wall mounted Ballet Bar & Swedish ladders (wall bars).

✨Lots of natural light.

We’re thrilled to welcome Catina DeLuna & Otmaro Ruiz - LADO B BRAZILIAN PROJECT to Motivo LA on Friday, October 16th fo...
10/02/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Catina DeLuna & Otmaro Ruiz - LADO B BRAZILIAN PROJECT to Motivo LA on Friday, October 16th for a very special concert.

Featuring:
Catina DeLuna - Vocals
Otmaro Ruiz - Piano
Katisse Buckingham - Flutes / Saxophones
Larry Koonse - Guitar
Edwin Livingston - Bass
Ana Barreiro - Drums

Doors: 7:45pm
Show: 8:30 - 10:00pm
One set. Open seating.

Tickets available now • Link in Bio

Limited parking on site on first come, first serve basis.
Lots of street parking, safe and walkable neighborhood!

   

09/26/2026

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Ready to level up your Bachata?

Unlocking fluid body movement is the secret to confident, connected partnerwork. Whether you lead or follow, our brand-new Body Movement for Bachata: Intro Series is designed to give you total control and coordination on the dance floor!

Over 4 weeks, we will break down the technique behind the main body movements including:
- Body waves and Side Waves
- Hip Rolls and Head Rolls
- Cambrés / Dips and Angels

The Details:

🗓️ When: Tuesdays in October (Oct 6, 13, 20, 27)

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍Motivo LA (3509
Casitas Ave, Los Angeles)

No partner or dance experience required! All levels are welcome.

09/22/2026

Yahmani Musa & Michelle Ramos shining on the dance floor at last month’s masquerade party! ✨

🕺🏽 Yahmani Musa
💃 Michelle Ramos

📍Noche Azul at Motivo LA
3509 Casitas Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90039

Join us next time on Friday October 9th!

🎟️ Head to our website elmotivola.com to grab your pre-sale tickets!

09/18/2026

The best Sam Chan and Grace Anne Durant absolutely dancing their faces off at Club Velvet last month! 🔥🔥🔥

We can’t wait to have you all back at Motivo LA for our September edition of Club Velvet TOMORROW NIGHT!

🗓️ Saturday, September 19th

8PM WORKSHOPS
⚡ Intermediate Collegiate S**g with Sarah Stembridge
✨ Intro to Swing with Isabella Robledo

9PM–MIDNIGHT
🎶 Social dancing with LIVE MUSIC from the Chris Dawson, Jim Ziegler & Josh Collazo Swing Trio!

Chris Dawson
Jim Ziegler
Josh Collazo

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Ready to start a new dance adventure?Our Level 1 Intro Series are designed for absolute beginners, no experience (or par...
09/17/2026

Ready to start a new dance adventure?

Our Level 1 Intro Series are designed for absolute beginners, no experience (or partner) needed.

October Intro Series:

10/4 Sundays at 12:00pm • Samba de Gafieira with Gafieira Los Angeles 💃🏻🕺🏽 (4 weeks)

10/5 Mondays at 7:00pm • Balboa with Nick Williams & Sarah with all the hobbies (4 weeks)

10/6 Tuesdays at 7:00pm • Body Movement for Bachata with Brielle Marie Friedman (4 weeks)

10/6 Tuesdays at 8:00pm • Bachatawith Brielle Marie Friedman (4 weeks)

Supportive, Fun, and Beginner Friendly!
Links in Bio!

Join us for Milonga del Sol Saturday, September 26th, from 2pm-6pm at Motivo LACome early, stay all afternoon, and soak ...
09/15/2026

Join us for Milonga del Sol Saturday, September 26th, from 2pm-6pm at Motivo LA

Come early, stay all afternoon, and soak in the magic of the dance floor.

DJ Lynn ( Lynne Earls ) spinning at 2 PM

📍Motivo LA - Atwater Village

Mark your calendars for the September edition of Club Velvet! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or taking your very first...
09/14/2026

Mark your calendars for the September edition of Club Velvet! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or taking your very first steps, join us for an unforgettable night of live music, dancing, and community in our gorgeous, vintage-inspired Atwater Village studio.

🗓️ Saturday, September 19th!

Featuring The Chris Dawson, Jim Ziegler, and Josh Collazo Swing Trio 🎺🥁 ( Josh Collazo , Jim Ziegler , Chris Dawson )

Warm up with our workshops!
Collegiate S**g Intermediate Workshop with Sarah Stembridge

Beginner Swing Workshop (No partner or experience needed!) with Isabella Robledo ( Isabella Robledo )

Beginner & Intermediate Workshops start at 8:00pm
Band & Social 9:00pm

tickets available now!

📍3509 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039

09/12/2026

We hope you had just as much fun at our August Club Velvet celebrating our one year anniversary! So happy to see every inch of the floor soaking up all the excitement!

Thank you Dave Stuckey & The Hot House Gang ( Dave Stuckey ) for making this milestone extra fun and special!

Thank you to our amazing Motivo instructors Nick Williams ( Nick Williams ) Sarah Jensen, and Isabella Robledo ( Isabella Robledo ) we appreciate everything you do 💚

Thank you Mila ( mila_stella ) for an incredible year! To many more !

We hope to see you all at the next Club Velvet!
🗓️Saturday, September 19
Featuring Chris Dawson, Jim Ziegler, and Josh Collazo Swing Trio

Intermediate Collegiate S**g Workshop will be led by the amazing Sarah Stembridge ( Sarah Stembridge )

Registration is open now!

09/12/2026

We hope you had just as much fun at our August Club Velvet celebrating our one year anniversary! So happy to see every inch of the floor soaking up all the excitement!

Thank you Dave Stuckey & The Hot House Gang ( Dave Stuckey ) for making these milestones extra fun and special!

Thank you to our amazing Motivo instructors Nick Williams ( Nick Williams ) Sarah Jensen, and Isabella Robledo ( Isabella Robledo ) we appreciate everything you do 💚

Thank you Mila ( mila_stella ) for an incredible year! To many more !

We hope to see you all at the next Club Velvet!
🗓️Saturday, September 19
Featuring Chris Dawson, Jim Ziegler, and Josh Collazo Swing Trio

Intermediate Collegiate S**g Workshop will be led by the amazing Sarah Stembridge ( Sarah Stembridge )

Registration is open now!

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3509 Casitas Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
90039

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