Festival
14JUN · SAT
AfroLatin dance · Vancouver, B.C. · Est. 2015
Dancing
together,
to make a
circle.
We're a non-profit connecting communities and spreading joy through Cuban Salsa, Bachata, and the Rueda de Casino. Whether it's your first step or your thousandth — there's a circle with your name on it.
Since2015
IncorporatedJan 2024
ClassesSalsa · Bachata
Home studio76 W 6th Ave
01 · Our Story
A big dream,
shared on a
large scale.
Founded in 2015, we started as a small dance troupe with a big dream — to share our passion on a large scale, and make it accessible for all.
Over the years, our RDV community has grown in size and reputation through inclusive public dance events, workshops, and social gatherings across Vancouver. We officially incorporated as a non-profit organization in B.C. in January 2024.
Today, we're a space where beginners take their first step, regulars find their weekly ritual, and performers sharpen their craft — all inside the same circle.
What
we
offer.
Four programs, one circle. Tap any row to unfold the details — levels, vibe, and what to expect when you show up.
A full progression of Cuban Salsa, designed to take you from your very first steps to confident, expressive dancing. Classes emphasize partner dancing while introducing Rueda de Casino — you'll learn rhythm, timing, footwork, leading and following techniques, and how to actually connect with the music.
Levels3 — Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate
FormatPartner + Rueda
Cuban stylePartnerRueda
03 · On the floor, every week
Weekly
schedule.
Time
Small Studio
Big Studio
Upstairs Studio
SalsaBachataPerformance TeamSocial DancingAll classes 60 minutes
02 · On the floor
Upcoming
events.
Follow @rueda.de.la.vida for the latest updates on workshops, socials, and festivals across Vancouver.
Vancouver
Free · Beginners
03MAY · SAT
First-step
Salsa workshop
Social
10MAY · SUN
Sunday Salsa
at Robson
Rueda
17MAY · SAT
Rueda night
& social
Three
levels,
one
circle.For Salsa and Bachata both
levels,
one
circle.For Salsa and Bachata both
01
Beginners
First steps, first rhythms. Free — always. No partner, no prior dance experience, nothing to lose.
02
Improvers
Cleaning up the fundamentals. Tighter footwork, better leading & following, more vocabulary.
03
Intermediate
Expressive dancing with musicality. Deeper Rueda calls, partnered improvisation, confidence on any floor.
→ Join the circle
Register
for classes.
Salsa, Bachata, or both. Beginners classes are always free — no reason not to start tonight.
♥ Keep us moving
Donate
to RDV.
As a registered B.C. non-profit, every dollar keeps beginner classes free and community events accessible.
Thank you.With gratitude to our supporters
Government of Canada
Mount Pleasant BIAAnd our community donors
Governance
Board of Directors
Rohana RezelChair
Luis Garcia ArgoteVice-Chair
Sarah MaijolTreasurer
Ivana Sanchez OlivaresAt-Large
08 · Meet Our RDV Team
The people
behind
the circle.
Our team is deeply committed to uplifting the local community through arts and Latin dance, ensuring our programs are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming for all. Our administrative and leadership team brings strong organizational experience and a passion for creating meaningful cultural and educational opportunities.
Our instructors combine technical skill with cultural knowledge — they don't just teach dance, they foster community connection, cultural appreciation, and personal growth.
Rohana Rezel
Founder · Lead Instructor
Fernanda Renteria
Head of Instruction
Zefanya Hardhian
Operations Coordinator