| Mon | 05:15 pm - 09:30 pm |
| Tue | 05:45 pm - 09:30 pm |
| Wed | 05:15 pm - 09:30 pm |
| Thu | 05:00 pm - 09:30 pm |
| Fri | 06:15 pm - 09:30 pm |
| Sat | 10:00 am - 06:30 pm |
| Sun | 05:30 pm - 08:30 pm |
Vitalidad is a beautiful venue to host your wedding! Deblin was very helpful from start to finish. All communication was prompt. When we booked, tables and chairs were included in the overall price. Since it's a dance studio, the dance floor was great! The best in Portland. If you have a large guest list (we had 168 guests with 20 tables), you'll have to move tables and chairs to create the dance floor. Train tracks are right next to the venue so keep that in mind as it may interrupt your ceremony (it did for our's but our officiant was a pro and handled it well). You can use outside vendors and there's no noise ordinance so we had music going past 11 pm.
VMAC is a loving, accepting space for all that come through the door. The instructors are incredibly welcoming, very patient with all, and take the time to break the movements down. I walked in through the door over three years ago and have not left the place since. It's my second home.
Vitalidad is a beautiful Venue in the heart of Portland. The Venue offers tons of space for weddings and any type of event. We love being able to cater at this space. Deblin is amazing to work with and always very helpful!!!
-Evelyn X Catering Operations Manager at As Good As It Gets Catering by Cheryls on 12th.
Super knowledgeable, patient, and friendly instructors. Every class is a good time and insightful. Thanks for existing Vitalidad!
Super knowledgeable, patient, and friendly instructors. Every class is a good time and insightful. Thanks for existing Vitalidad!
I am 30 years old and grew up dancing, but it's been a long while since I've taken a class. Dancing has always been on my mind, and through a mutual friend I ended up in a class taught by Diana Esquerra, and now I'm hooked. She is AMAZING! I've consistently taken two types of dance classes with Diana - a dance fitness class and my FAVORITE, a sensual movement class.
Diana is a fun and encouraging teacher who lets her students embrace the dance moves in their own unique way. There is no pressure for perfection in her classes...she's all about her students giving it their all and finding their own power and beauty through dance - however that may look!
I followed Diana over to the VMAC's new facilities and am impressed so far. The price of $10 for a drop-in seems very reasonable with packaged deals available. The staff at the front desk are very friendly and welcoming. And the space seems to be newly renovated.
The Dance Fitness class (currently every Thursday at 5:30pm) is the most fun I've had while working out. You'll FEEL THE BURN but also have the biggest smile on your face the whole time. Fun music and fun moves.
I am hoping that Diana will be able to offer her Sensual Movement dance class at this space ASAP. It's seriously the best class EVER. We learn a choreographed dance across the span of 2-3 classes and while my body doesn't quote move like an MTV music video big-booty queen, I FEEL LIKE ONE! So much fun getting your 'sexy' on with women who are there only to support one another. VMAC - please hook it up with this class!
I am 30 years old and grew up dancing, but it's been a long while since I've taken a class. Dancing has always been on my mind, and through a mutual friend I ended up in a class taught by Diana Esquerra, and now I'm hooked. She is AMAZING! I've consistently taken two types of dance classes with Diana - a dance fitness class and my FAVORITE, a sensual movement class.
Diana is a fun and encouraging teacher who lets her students embrace the dance moves in their own unique way. There is no pressure for perfection in her classes...she's all about her students giving it their all and finding their own power and beauty through dance - however that may look!
I followed Diana over to the VMAC's new facilities and am impressed so far. The price of $10 for a drop-in seems very reasonable with packaged deals available. The staff at the front desk are very friendly and welcoming. And the space seems to be newly renovated.
The Dance Fitness class (currently every Thursday at 5:30pm) is the most fun I've had while working out. You'll FEEL THE BURN but also have the biggest smile on your face the whole time. Fun music and fun moves.
I am hoping that Diana will be able to offer her Sensual Movement dance class at this space ASAP. It's seriously the best class EVER. We learn a choreographed dance across the span of 2-3 classes and while my body doesn't quote move like an MTV music video big-booty queen, I FEEL LIKE ONE! So much fun getting your 'sexy' on with women who are there only to support one another. VMAC - please hook it up with this class!
This studio is like a 2nd home! Love the environment, the staff is professional, the instruction outstanding! You will walk out feeling like a different person! My energy levels buzz from excitement every time:)
This studio is like a 2nd home! Love the environment, the staff is professional, the instruction outstanding! You will walk out feeling like a different person! My energy levels buzz from excitement every time:)
An amazing community of positive and trustworthy experts. It is affordable so everyone can participate. The level of quality is high.
It is a good family environment so everyone feels safe.
I love attending classes, workshops, private lessons and socials at Vitalidad! The instructors make everyone feel welcome whether you want to take class as a beginner or if you want to really hone your art and skill as a dancer! The studio is clean, bright (lots of good, positive energy) and the owners and staff have hosted some world renowned pro instructors which is just incredible! I always look forward to dancing there!
I love attending classes, workshops, private lessons and socials at Vitalidad! The instructors make everyone feel welcome whether you want to take class as a beginner or if you want to really hone your art and skill as a dancer! The studio is clean, bright (lots of good, positive energy) and the owners and staff have hosted some world renowned pro instructors which is just incredible! I always look forward to dancing there!
Great variety of classes with awesome instructors. The location is easy to find and straight across the Hawthorne bridge so it's easy to get to.
Great community of positive instructors. They offer a variety of dance styles, and even yoga and fitness classes!
Not enough good things to say about this place. Carolina & Jamal go above and beyond to make each student feel like they are at home (I asked for Sugar Free Red Bull and Boom, next day, they had it!) and welcome in the community. All the instructs overall are amazing and different. With the monthly class pass you can take all of the styles of dance and aren't limited to just "Latin" styles. The upstairs studio is great for private lessons and smaller, intimate settings. Coming here is like coming home - but with dance! Highly recommended from one Salsera to all of you.
I wanted to learn how to dance, but I had no idea how. I was about as stiff as your average gringo (no offense out there) and too clumsy to move in a way that could be considered "dancing". Well, with a quick google search Vitalidad was the first option to come up and I thought, why not? I attended a bachata class thinking it was some kind of mexican dish, oblivious to the fact that it was one of the most sesnual and romantic dances out there. My first day of class I was awed by the kindness and patience that Carolina and Jamal demonstrated and the fun that they had in class. It was a comfortable environment where I could learn how to express myself as the intimidation of social dancing was gradually unraveled. My very first day I had already learned the basic step and a fun routine that I could practice. I have been here ever since and am now comfortable on the dance floor and realizing my dream of being able to dance. I have also since learned that Bachata is not a mexican dish.
Carolina and Jamal seemingly take everyone under their wing and teach them not only how to dance, but to feel and be a part of the music. If you want to feel like part of a family and learn how to dance, or get fit with the variety of yoga and fitness classes, this is the place for you. Thank you, Carolina and Jamal.
Vitalidad Movement Arts Center is an amazing dance studio and community space. Carolina and Jamal bring so much passion to their teaching - their love of movement in infectious. This is the only studio in Portland where you can find authentic salsa and bachata, tango, Brazilian zouk and kizomba (both new to Portland) as well as club styles like vogue and waacking. VMAC is a supportive, safe space to learn and express yourself - I'm so thankful to Carolina and Jamal for making it happen. I (re)discovered my love of dance at VMAC, and you will too.
