Motion Arts Center

Motion Arts Center

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Motion Arts Center is a welcoming dance & fitness studio in downtown San Mateo. Follow us for class updates, community vibes, and ways to get moving!

We offer classes for all levelsβ€”no partner neededβ€”plus workshops, social dance parties & special events. Dance and fitness studio in San Mateo California. Join us for group and private dance & fitness lessons with our professional & friendly instructors. Studio space open for rental to practice, host classes and events.

Photos from Motion Arts Center's post 07/10/2026

πŸ”₯ A BIG WEEKEND OF DANCING IS COMING TO MAC! πŸ”₯

Whether you want to level up your Bachata, feel confident for your Wedding Day, or simply dance the night away, we have something special waiting for you this weekend! πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

πŸŽ‰ FRIDAY NIGHT SALSA & BACHATA
Start the weekend with classes followed by our Mini Social Dance Party with DJ Tristan! Come learn, practice, meet new people, and enjoy a fun night on the dance floor.

🌟 BACHATA 4-WEEK SERIES β€” STARTS SATURDAY!
Join Tristan & Rhazel for focused training in footwork, partnerwork, connection, musicality, and technique.

✨ Level 1 Beginner: 1:00–2:30pm
πŸ”₯ Level 2 Intermediate: 2:45–4:15pm

This is your last chance to join before the series begins, and space is limitedβ€”don’t wait until your level fills up!

πŸ’ WEDDING FIRST DANCE WORKSHOP WITH KIM
Saturday from 4:30–6:30pm

Getting married soon? Learn simple and elegant movements, feel more comfortable dancing together, and build the confidence to enjoy your first dance without stress. No dance experience necessary!

⏰ Both Saturday workshops are almost hereβ€”sign up today and secure your spot!

πŸ“ Motion Arts Center | 217 S Claremont St, Downtown San Mateo

πŸ”— Register at MotionArtsCenter.com

Tag your dance partner and come make this weekend unforgettable with us! πŸ’™βœ¨

07/07/2026

πŸ’ƒβœ¨ WHY HEELS FOUNDATIONS MATTERS β€” FOR EVERY LEVEL βœ¨πŸ’ƒ

If you are stepping into heels for the very first time or you already love dancing in them, taking a strong "Foundations Class" can make a huge difference in the way you move, feel, and grow as a dancer.

Heels Foundations is not just about learning a combo β€” it is about building the tools that help you dance with more confidence, control, and freedom.

In this class, you will work on:

✨ Preventing injury through safer technique, alignment, and body awareness.

✨ Better balance and stability so you feel more secure walking, turning, and moving in heels.

✨ Building muscle memory so movements start to feel more natural over time.

✨ Retaining new choreography by understanding the technique behind the steps.

✨ Creating body and spatial awareness so you know where your body is moving and how to use the space around you.

✨ Connecting movement to rhythm so your dancing feels more musical and intentional.

✨ Developing technical control to create cleaner lines, stronger movement, and more confidence.

The stronger your foundation, the more you can enjoy the choreography, express yourself, and feel powerful on the dance floor. πŸ’•

Join Sydnie every Thursday at 7pm at Motion Arts Center.

No prior heels experience required β€” just come ready to learn, move, and grow! πŸ‘ βœ¨

πŸ“ 217 S Claremont St, Downtown San Mateo

πŸ”— Sign up at MotionArtsCenter.com

07/06/2026

πŸ”₯ SHUFFLE DANCE starts TOMORROW at MAC! πŸ”₯

Get ready to move, groove, and level up your footwork with the amazing Jasper every Tuesday at 8PM!

Brand new to Shuffle? Or want to build more confidence, rhythm, and flow? This beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start!πŸ‘Ÿβœ¨

Come learn something fresh, meet awesome people, and have fun moving to great music in a welcoming space.

Don’t waitβ€”save your spot in class today!

πŸ‘‰ πŸ”— Sign up: MotionArtsCenter.com or downnload our app to get started!πŸ“²

πŸ“ Motion Arts Center| 217 S Claremont St, Downtown San Mateo

πŸ—“ Tuesdays at 8PM-9PM
⭐ Beginner Level

Photos from Motion Arts Center's post 07/06/2026

πŸ”₯ MONDAY NIGHT DANCING AT MAC! πŸ”₯

Start your week with music, movement, and great people right here in downtown San Mateo!

Whether you are brand new, building your skills, or ready to dance the night away, we have something for you tonight:

✨ 6PM K-Pop Beginner Level with KK
Learn fun choreography, build confidence, and dance to your favorite K-Pop hits!

πŸ•Ί West Coast Swing with Heather
6PM Beginner Level
7PM Technique – Intermediate
8PM Intermediate
9PM–12AM Motion Arts Swing Social!

πŸ’ƒ Salsa On1 with Alejandro & Jewell
7PM Pre-Intermediate
8PM Intermediate

Come take a class, meet new dance friends, and make your Monday something to look forward to! No partner needed for K-Pop, Salsa, or West Coast Swing classes.

πŸ“ 217 S. Claremont St, San Mateo
🌐 MotionArtsCenter.com

Photos from Motion Arts Center's post 07/04/2026

Hey San Mateo! Looking for something FUN to do this 4th of July weekend in town? πŸ˜ƒ

Come dance with us this Sunday, July 5th, at Motion Arts Center in downtown San Mateo!

Whether you are looking to try something new, get moving after the holiday festivities, meet friendly people, or simply have a cool activity to do close to home, we would love to welcome you!πŸ₯°

We offer a variety of dance classes for adults and teens ages 12+, including Hip-Hop, K-Pop, BollyX, Argentine Tango, Bachata, Salsa, Line Dancing, Heels, Contemporary Fusion, West Coast Swing, and more!

No dance experience? No partner? No problem. Our classes are designed to be:

✨ Welcoming and supportive
✨ Fun and social for all levels

Come as you are, try a class, and enjoy a little movement, music, and community right here in downtown San Mateo. πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

We hope to see some of our neighbors on the dance floor this weekend!πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

πŸ“ Motion Arts Center | 217 S Claremont St, Downtown San Mateo

🌐 Sign up: MotionArtsCenter.com

Photos from Motion Arts Center's post 07/02/2026

🚨 WHEN THE SUMMER WORKSHOPS ARE THIS GOOD… WE HAVE TO RAISE THE FLAG! 🚨🏴

At Motion Arts Center we are bringing the heat this July with workshops made for dancing, growing, trying something new, and making your summer way more fun!! πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ίβœ¨

Whether you want to feel more confident on the social dance floor, create a beautiful first dance for your wedding, or step into your glow-up era in heels, there’s a spot for you at MAC!

πŸ”₯ COMING UP:

πŸ’™ Bachata 4-Week Series with Tristan & Rhazel
Starts Saturday, July 11th | 1PM-4:15PM
Two levels available: Beginner + Intermediate
Build your footwork, partnerwork, connection, confidence, and social dancing skills week by week!
⏰ Early Bird pricing ends July 4th

πŸ’ Wedding First Dance Workshop
Saturday, July 11th | 4:30–6:30 PM
Get ready to feel comfortable, connected, and confident for your big momentβ€”no dance experience needed!

✨ Heels Summer Glow Workshop with Sydnie
Saturday, July 25 | 4:30–6:30 PM
All levels welcome! Come move, sweat, learn a fun combo, and bring out your confidence with an unforgettable summer dance experience. πŸ”₯

Summer memories are better when you dance them! πŸ˜‰

Tag the friend you’re bringing and save your spot before these workshops fill up!

🌟 Sign up now: MotionArtsCenter.com

πŸ“ 217 S Claremont St, Downtown San Mateo

06/29/2026

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ HOLIDAY SCHEDULE UPDATE! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

Yes, we’re dancing this week! πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Motion Arts Center will be open for all regularly scheduled classes throughout the week.

✨Please note that the studio will be closed on Saturday, July 4th in celebration of Independence Day.

* Due to the holiday weekend, some classes may be canceled. Be sure to check the online schedule and sign up in advance to see the most up to date info!

Join us before the holiday to move, learn, connect, and enjoy some time on the dance floor with our amazing dance community! ✨

Wishing our entire MAC family a safe, fun, and wonderful Fourth of July! β€οΈπŸ€πŸ’™

Photos from Motion Arts Center's post 06/29/2026

β˜€οΈπŸ’ƒ JULY IS HERE β€” LET’S DANCE ALL SUMMER LONG! πŸ•Ίβœ¨
Summer is in full swing, and MAC has an exciting month ahead with new classes, workshops, and social dance parties!

🌟 WHAT'S NEW IN JULY:

πŸ”₯ Shuffle Dance with Jasper β€” Tuesdays at 8 PM
So excited to be bringing this new dance style at MAC! Shuffle is a high-energy class with fast footwork, rhythm, coordination, and flow. Great for beginners and anyone ready to move, sweat, and have fun!

πŸŽ‰ SPECIAL EVENTS

πŸ’ Wedding Dance Workshop with Kim
Saturday, July 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Perfect for couples or any member of the wedding party who want to feel relaxed, connected, and confident for their first dance.

πŸ”₯ Bachata 4-Week Series with Tristan & Rhazel
Saturdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1st
Level 1 (Beginner): 1:00 PM–2:30 PM
Level 2 (Intermediate): 2:45 PM–4:15 PM
Build your footwork, partnerwork, timing, connection, and confidence week by week!
Early Bird pricing ends July 4th β€” limited spots available!

πŸ‘  Heels Summer Glow Workshop with Sydnie
Saturday, July 25 | 4:30–6:30 PM
All levels welcome! Come glow, strut, and build confidence through heels technique, choreography, and performance energy.

πŸ’ƒ SOCIAL DANCE PARTIES

🎢 Motion Arts Swing Social with Heather
Monday, July 6th
6 PM Beginner Classes | 7 PM Technique | 8 PM Intermediate
Social Dancing 9 PM–12 AM

πŸ”₯ Latin Night with DJ Tristan
Every Friday
Classes at 7 PM Salsa\Bachata Solo Basics | 8 PM Bachata Beginner
Mini Social 9 PM–10 PM

πŸ–€ Milonga Sentimental Tango Party with DJ Gustavo
Saturday, July 25th | 8 PM–12 AM

✨ Plus all your favorite weekly dance and fitness classes throughout the month!

πŸ‘‰ View the full schedule and reserve your spot today:
www.MotionArtsCenter.com

πŸ‘―β€β™€οΈInvite your friends and let’s make July unforgettable on the dance floor!

Photos from Motion Arts Center's post 06/27/2026

πŸ”₯ YOUR WEEKEND DANCE PLANS ARE HERE! πŸ”₯

Get ready for a full weekend of movement, music and amazing community at Motion Arts Center in downtown San Mateo!

Come sweat it out, learn something new and just have a blast on the dance floor! πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

SATURDAY'S LINE UP:
✨ 9:30AM Zumba with Margarita
✨ 10:30AM Contemporary Fusion with Erin
✨ 10:30AM Intermediate Hip-Hop with Henry
🚨 2–4PM BTS K-Pop All Levels Workshop with Chloe

⚠️ The BTS K-Pop Workshop is almost SOLD OUT! Only a few spots remain, so do not wait until the last minuteβ€”grab your ticket and come dance with fellow ARMYs! πŸ’œπŸŽΆ

SUNDAY'S LINE UP:
πŸ”₯ 10:30AM Hip-Hop Beginner with Max
✨ 11:30AM K-Pop Beginner with Jessalyn
πŸ’ͺ 11:30AM BollyX Fitness with Rachel
πŸ–€ 4PM Tango Beginner + 5PM Tango Intermediate with Gustavo & Jesica
πŸ’ƒ 5PM Bachata Beginner + 6PM Salsa On1 Beginner with Tristan & Rhazel
❀️ 7PM Couples-Only Bachata Basics with Tristan & Rhazel

Bring your friends, meet new people, and make this weekend one to remember on the dance floor!

🎟️ Sign up now at MotionArtsCenter.com

πŸ“ 217 S. Claremont St., San Mateo, CA

Photos from Motion Arts Center's post 06/21/2026

πŸ’™ Happy Father’s Day from Motion Arts Center! πŸ’™

Today, we’re celebrating all the amazing dads, grandpas, father figures, and supportive mentors in our community. Thank you for the strength, encouragement, love, and joy you bring to the people around you!

And yesβ€”we are open with our regular class schedule this Sunday, June 21st! πŸŽ‰ Come celebrate with a little movement, music, dancing, and community on the dance floor.

Wishing our entire Motion Arts Center family a beautiful Father’s Day!

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217 S Claremont Street
San Mateo, CA
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Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 10pm
Tuesday 10am - 10pm
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 10pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 12am
Sunday 10am - 8pm