Motivo LA

Motivo LA is a large dance venue in Atwater Village that is hosting a new monthly Swing night – Club Velvet!

Located in a sort of residential area, the outside is very underwhelming but the inside has a great ambiance! It’s a large space with an amazing floor and lots of room to dance.

The night starts with two concurrent lessons offered – one for beginners and one for intermediate/advanced dancers. When we went, the advanced one was taught by no less than Steve Sayer and Karine Hermes, so we’re talking top-notch instructors here!

The bands have been excellent as well; whoever is booking them knows what dancers want!

The crowd was great when we for Jonathan Stout and His Campus Five Featuring Hilary Alexander. Needless to say, I hope this Swing dance event continues for a long time!

p.s., They tell everyone to bring their own water bottle. I think it’s great that they don’t have to throw away a bunch of plastic cups at the end of each night!