Dance JAMs

Free Dance Classes in Marina del Rey

Do you like to dance and want to learn some new moves? Try out Dance JAMs, a series of free participatory dance events offered in Marina del Rey throughout the year. Presented by the L.A. County Department of Beaches and Harbors in partnership with the Ford Theatre Foundation, Dance JAMs provide the history and basic moves of various dance styles from around the world. Learn about Hip Hop, the Argentine tango, swing, ceremonial dances of the Aztec people, and more. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

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Through September 1

2018 Dance JAMs

All ages and skill levels are welcome at these fun dance events in Marina del Rey. Free admission! Make a date night out of it with dinner at a waterfront restaurant and a free concert or movie screening at the park - review the schedule in these listings. Questions? Contact the Marina del Rey Visitors Center at 424-526-7900, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends.

July 14
6 p.m.

Tap

Held ahead of Marina Movie Nights. Stick around for the free screening of La La Land starting at 8 p.m. Bring your own blanket or low-back beach chair. Burton Chace Park.

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July 28
6 p.m.

Tango

Held ahead of Marina Movie Nights. Stick around for the free screening of Dirty Dancing (1987), starting at 8 p.m. Bring your own blanket or low-back beach chair. Burton Chace Park.

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August 11
6 p.m.

Swing

Held ahead of Marina Movie Nights. Stick around for the free screening of Grease, starting at 8 p.m. Bring your own blanket or low-back beach chair. Burton Chace Park.

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August 25
3 p.m.

Tahitian Dance

Held ahead of Summer Concerts in the Park. Stick around for the free production of South Pacific, starting at 7 p.m. Bring your own blanket or low-back beach chair. Burton Chace Park.

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September 1
3 p.m.

Salsa

Held ahead of Summer Concerts in the Park. Stick around for the free concert by La Santa Cecilia, starting at 7 p.m. Bring your own blanket or low-back beach chair. Burton Chace Park.

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October 27
3–4 p.m.

Ballet Folklorico Ollin

Part of Marina Spooktacular activities! Participants stomp and step their way through the rhythms that come from this eastern Mexican state. Participants will perform on tarimas (wooden dance platforms) – so wear shoes you can make some noise in!

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October 28
3–4 p.m.

Danza Mexica Cuauhtemoc

Part of Marina Spooktacular activities! Participants create rhythms and beats with fellow drummers and explore the music, choreography, and poetry of this ancient Mesoamerican culture.

Argentine Tango
Hip Hop
Salsa

GETTING HERE

LOCATION

Marina del Rey is located on the Los Angeles coast, 4 miles south of Santa Monica. From Interstate 405, connect to westbound Highway 90, which terminates in Marina del Rey. Make a left onto Mindanao Way and follow it to the end at Burton Chace Park. 13650 Mindanao Way.

PUBLIC PARKING LOTS

The Marina has 12 public parking lots. Click here for a map. The lots closest to Burton Chace Park are:
COUNTY LOT 77, 13560 MINDANAO WAY
$0.25 per 10 minutes | Max. Mon.–Fri. $6, Sat.–Sun. $8
COUNTY LOT 4, 13500 MINDANAO WAY
$0.25 per 10 minutes | Max. Mon.–Fri. $6, Sat.–Sun. $8
COUNTY LOT 5, 4545 ADMIRALTY WAY
$0.25 per 10 minutes | Max. $5

WATERBUS

The WaterBus operates mid June through Labor Day. Service runs Thursdays–Saturdays, 11 a.m.–midnight; and Sundays, 11 a.m.–9 p.m. The boats pick up from 8 stops in the Marina and cost just $1 each trip. Since parking lots closest to the park fill quickly, consider parking at a farther lot and taking the WaterBus to the park. Click here for a map.

THE FREE RIDE

The Free Ride provides complimentary on-demand transportation around the Marina daily from noon to 9 p.m. If you see one of the Free Ride cars, just wave down the driver and hop in. Or, text your pick-up location, destination, and passenger count in advance to 323-435-5000 (no calls, please). The usual 10-15 minute wait for your driver's arrival may be longer at high-traffic events. Gratuity for your driver is appreciated but not required. Click here for a flyer with a map of the service area.

BEACH SHUTTLE

The Beach Shuttle offers free transportation on weekends and holidays on a set loop between Playa Vista, Marina del Rey, and the Venice Pier. Click here for a map.

UBER/LYFT

Call your rideshare driver to a location away from heavy traffic flow. We recommend finding a safe meeting place with a visible landmark, such as a gas station or restaurant, and do not attempt pickups and drop-offs along the street.

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