Redwood Raks World Dance Collective

His class is focused on physical fitness, martial arts for self defense and having a fun time.

Intermediate Samba is the perfect next step for students who are already comfortable with the basic samba step and understanding of samba movement vocabulary. You will improve your skill through strengthening exercises and technique drills, while also learning choreography, developing your unique style, diving into musicality and embracing your sensuality. We will cultivate a non-competitive, supportive dance community for every-body. We encourage artistic exploration and the freedom to be your best self! Brazilian Dance Get ready to move, smile, and connect in this all-level Samba class with Rocío Cristal! Samba is a vibrant Brazilian dance and musical tradition known for its infectious rhythms, joyful energy, and deep cultural roots. Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the very first time or have been dancing samba for years, this class is designed to welcome you with open arms and an open heart. Here, you’ll learn the core Samba movements, work on drills to improve your technique and stamina, practice fun sequences and connect to Brazil’s rich cultural history. Rocío’s lighthearted and encouraging teaching style makes it fun to build your confidence while feeling the energy of Samba all around you. Beyond dance, this class is about community, self-expression, and celebrating this beautiful culture together. So wear your favorite activewear, comfortable sneakers and don't forget your water bottle. Come join us to feel the rhythms, ignite your spirit, and make new friends in a supportive, uplifting environment. Everyone is welcome, let’s samba!

In this fun and supportive class, you will learn this beautiful and exciting dance style from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. You will also learn about the rich history and cultural significance of Samba. In every class, we will practice: Samba no Pé Technique (Hips, Arms & Footwork), Styling, Endurance, Musicality. Each week we will also have exercises focusing on a specific topic such as the base Samba step, hips, walks, footwork, posture, speed, jumps, turns and more. For a detailed schedule of topics covered in each class, please go to the Samba with Maria Facebook Event Page.

A community facilitated class that has been gathering in Arcata for over 30 years. Our goal is to celebrate and honour the traditional culture of Guinea, Mali and Senegal through music and dance. Our class proceeds go toward hosting master teachers in Humboldt.

Espaço offers classes for children and adults in this Afro-Brazilian art-form.

Have fun with an hour of different dance routines choreographed to upbeat eclectic music. A broad range of music and dance styles each class: jazz, pop, latin, hip-hop, country, international, throwbacks… Get your cardio and choreo!

Led by Miss Julie Hayes. All levels welcome at our 6:00 Salsa on1 class and bachata at 7:00. No experience or partner required. Just bring smiles and plan to meet friends! Julie also is proud to offer private lessons, and special event lessons and performances. Each August, she runs a wonderful and magical dance and music camp for boys and girls ages 7-12. She can't wait to see you on the dance floor. Call today for more Information

Dance Mix with Ellen Weiss, Jade Studio , (707) 407-7715

Salsa @ Six with Miss Julie Hayes, Jade Studio , (707) 816-2809

Tae Kwan Do with Travis, Bella Studio, (707) 766-4508

Bachata with Miss Julie Hayes, Jade Studio , (707) 816-2809

Monday Night Swing is an Arcata tradition! Learn how to swing dance! Directed by Cailan Haliday, different topics in swing dance styles every month. There's a friendly beginning level class 7-8pm. No partner or experience necessary. Starting at 8pm there is a social dance to DJ'ed swing tunes. Come join the fun!

Children's Creative Dance with Shoshanna, Jade Studioa (707) 616-6876, shoshannaraks@gmail.com

Kids Capoeira with Espaço Mendes, Bella Studio , (415) 314-7623

Adult Capoeira with Espaço Mendes, Bella Studio , (415) 314-7623

Monday Night Swing with Cailan Halliday, Jade Studio , (707) 362-6561

Caliente Latin Dance Night with the Bailando Dance Team Jade Studio , (707) 816-2809

Humboldt Folkdancers live music party! Jade Studio , (707) 496-6734

The Humboldt Folk Dancers do a variety of world dance. The group meets for class and practice on Sundays from 4:00-6:00 pm, and hold a live music party with local musicians on the First Friday of every month at 8:00 pm. All ages and levels of experience are welcome, and partners are not needed. Just come and join the fun, and bring a snack to share if you would like!

Tae Kwan Do with Travis, Bella Studio, (785) 766-4508

Bailando Dance Company , Bella Studio , Audition required, 707-816-2809

International Folk Dance (Is not held on the Sun after the first Fri of the month ), Jade Studio , (707) 599-0003

Drills - welcoming new and ongoing dancers for beginner/intermediate drills and combos! Choreography & Troupe - intermediate/advanced choreography with performance opportunities for ongoing dancers. These dancers are trained in Zoe Jakes' DanceCraft format, the Salimpour format, and with notable dancers such Aubre Hill and Kami Liddle. Altogether Zeta Fusion has decades of dance and performance experience ranging from Bellydancer USA to House of Tarot. We regularly perform at local festivals and events. Contact us for booking. Our classes are open to all genders and sizes. Please get in touch with us for information about reparative pricing for SWANA, PIPOC, and LGBTQI dancers or other questions!

Young Kids Capoeira with Espaço Mendes, Bella Studio , (415) 314-7623

Samba with Maria Vanderhorst, Jade Studio , (707) 845-3225, mariadvanderhorst@gmail.com

Transcultural Belly Dance - Drills with Zeta Fusion (T ani, Maddy), Jade Studio , (805) 712-9612

Transcultural Belly Dance - Choreography with Zeta Fusion ( Tani , Maddy), Jade Studio , (805 ) 712 -9612

West African Dance and Drumming , Jade Studio , arcatawestafrican@gmail.com

Tango Classes and Practica , Jade Studio , call to confirm, (707) 834-3274

Twerk and Floorwerk with Karma, bi-weekly(click link for dates), karmamoonstone333@gmail.com

Dynamic and playful, enjoy learning West Coast Swing on Wednesday evenings at Redwood Raks.

COME PLAY AND SING BEAUTIFUL FOLK MUSIC! You are invited to sing and play a variety of Eastern European, Balkan, and International folk music in the Bella Studio. All instruments, voices, and levels are welcome in this community group. You can read music or learn by ear.

Cuban salsa ("casino") is popular in most urban areas and is gaining a following in the Humboldt Bay area. Rue da de Casino (literally "wheel of casino") is an amazing and fun way to dance salsa, because of the synchronized group movement and playful interactions; all patterns and partner-switches are called out in Spanish by one of the dancers. Join us on Wednesday nights!

Balkan Music Meetup with Linnea Mandell & Craig Kurumada, Jade Studio , (707) 496-6784

All Levels Samba with Rocio Cristal, Bella Studio , talavera.rocio@gmail.com

Brazilian Dance with Rocio Cristal, Bella Studio, talavera.rocia@gmail.com

Salsa Rueda with Brian Draeger, Jade Studio , (707 ) 832-9723, bd539@humboldt.edu

West Coast Swing with Justin & Debbie, Bella Studio , (707) 464-3638, dwdhumboldt@gmail.com

Level 2 West Coast Swing with Justin & Debbie, Bella Studio , (707) 464-3638, dwdhumboldt@gmail.com

Miss Julie Hayes offers an annual Summer Dance and Music Camp for children ages 7-11 every August. Many dance styles like breakdancing, hip hop, latin styles, drumming, crafts, movements activities and games, hula hoops, yoga, roller skating and more!