About Kati Hernandez's Cuban Dance Programs
Educating, Empowering, Healing through the rich Afro-Cuban Dance Diaspora
Kati Hernandez: Cuban choreographer, educator, producer, and dancer provides a pioneering online and in-person Cuban dance, music and art program. A joyfully endless celebration of Cuban culture as a reflection...
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Are you ready to spice up your dance? Contact us today to learn more about our programs.
Are you ready for an authentic Cuban experience? Contact us for any booking inquiries.
AFRO-CUBAN
Oricha Dance Therapy
with Live Percussion!
"Kati’s Signature Dance Program"
A language of expression, a reflection of resilience, empowerment and healing in community!
Sundays 11:30 AM - 1 PM PT // December Dates: 1/11 - 1/18 - 1/25
LOCATION: Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, 4718 W. Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016
All Levels Welcome
Oricha Dance Therapy goes beyond physical movement - it is a way to celebrate life! This class brings...
Upcoming Oricha Dance Therapy Classes
Sunday 1/11
FIRST CLASS of 2025!
​From 12:20 - 1:30 PM PT
Accompanied by Live Percussion, featuring Afimaye Galarraga!
Special Oricha Therapy Sessions
"Harmony in Motion"
Afro-Cuban Dance & Songs featuring Afimaye Galarraga
All-levels, with Live Percussion
In-Person & Online
Sunday 1/11, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM PT
*Special session of Oricha Dance Therapy, first of 2026! Featuring special guest Afimaye Galarraga!​
*Cost: $25 Prepaid by Sat 1/12 Venmo Only
$30 Day-of and website
​INCLUDED for students with the Unlimited Package.
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*Location: Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, 4718 W. Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016
Are you ready to spice up your dance?
JOIN US!
Indulge yourself with the magic and strength of Cuban Rumba and Afro-Cuban dances.
For those looking to hone their Cuban Rumba and Afro-Cuban dance technique, or take their dance skills outside of the box and up a notch, Kati will take you on a comprehensive dance and music journey!
Wednesdays = Cuban Rumba!
LOCATION: Nate Holden Performing Arts Center
4718 W. Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016
In-Person Cuban Rumba
with Live Percussion
Beginner / Intermediate Level
Wednesdays 7:30 - 8:30 PM PST
Sessions: 1/7 - 1/21 - 1/28
In-Person & Online
Bringing the pulse of Cuba with Cuban Rumba!
Enhance your Rumba foundation! A comprehensive course dance for those new to Cuban Rumba or looking into honing their Cuban Rumba dance technique. Students will be exposed to the various styles of rumba—Guaguanco, Yambu and Columbia. Weaving Afro-Cuban body isolations and musicality drills. Guiding you to develop your improvisation dance skills taking you out of just choreography and into the real-life application of this dance form!
Cuban Salsa con Rumba Classes
& Cuban Salsa Socials!
Class & Social
@ Re/Creation Center & Cafe
All-Levels
No partner required
Once a month on Wednesday 7 - 8 PM PT
Dates: 1/11
In-Person ONLY!
Class 1/11: Cuban Salsa with KATI HERNANDEZ, followed by a Cuban salsa dance social featuring a live band! Class and social every once a month on Wednesday at Re/Creation Center & Cafe!
Class cost: $20
NO COVER for social!
Saturday's Cuban Salsa Groove!
IN-PERSON LOCATION: Nate Holden Performing Arts Center,
4718 W. Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016
New Series TBA for January 2026!
All-levels, no partner required
Dates: TBA
In-Person & Online
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@ 1 - 2 PM PT: Level 1 / Level 1.5 Class
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@ 2:10 - 3:10 PM PT: Level 2 Class
Special Events & Workshops
Special Events produced by Kati Hernandez
Stay tuned for 2026!
KimBambula Cuban Dance Ensemble
Interested in booking our company for performances, workshops, or events?
Contact kati@cubandanceonline.com
Want to join our company training classes?
Contact us HERE
