Making Bachata in London Safer
A clear code of conduct.
A confidential reporting system.
Real action.
About
Founded in 2024 by dancers across London’s Bachata scene, Good Vibes Bachata was born from frustration and hope.
Frustration that inappropriate behaviour kept getting ignored. Hope that with the right tools, we can make Bachata in London safer.
We’re a grassroots, volunteer-led initiative, run entirely by dancers. Not promoters. Not institutions. Just people who care about the scene.
Because Bachata should be joyful, expressive, and inclusive.
But never unsafe.
Good Vibes Bachata Goals:
Make Bachata in London safer.
Protect our community. Raise the standards.
This is Good Vibes Bachata.
Our Team
Meet the dancers behind the mission.
(For privacy and protection, some members appear as avatars.)
I believe that "Respect and care should be the pillars of a healthy community where we all feel safe, the good vibes initiative is building that strong pilar and we should all support it"
Jesi
I believe that "Dancing is about feeling safe, connected, and joyful. A code of conduct protects these values for everyone."
Eric
I believe that "I believe safety on the dance floor is the foundation of a thriving social dance scene—where we can enjoy the music, express ourselves freely, and genuinely connect with others. "
Ruby
I believe that "[Good Vibes exists] to ensure dancing is a safe space; the way it’s meant to be."
Andreas
I believe that "Dancing brings me the most joy when I can fully lose myself in the moment—something only possible when I’m surrounded by a respectful, caring, and safe community."
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Abdi
I believe that "Any dancer, regardless of their experience level, should feel welcomed, empowered, respected, safe, and protected."
Laetitia
I believe that "Good Vibes is about creating a safe space: to dance, to voice concerns, to come together as a community that stands up for each other, and demands better of one another."
Agent Gold
Respect Each Other
Unfair, disrespectful, or hurtful behavior is not okay. This includes using hurtful language, bullying, harassment, or making people feel uncomfortable or unsafe.
Respect Personal Space
Don’t be too close unless your partner is very clearly comfortable with it, and respect personal boundaries.
Respect Spatial Awareness
Pay attention to your surroundings, so that you don’t injure your partner or other dancers.
Respect your Partner’s Safety
Don’t do moves that injure yourself or your partner, or that you are not able to do safely.
Respect the Right to Say No
Everyone has the right to say No—to a dance, to a move, to sharing contact details, an invite for drinks or anything else. No is a complete sentence. Respect their boundaries, accept their No without question, and don’t take it personally.
Right to Report when Someone isn’t Being Safe or Respectful
You have the right to report unsafe or hurtful behavior to organisers, teachers, or to Good Vibes Bachata if you don’t feel comfortable reporting directly to organisers.
If you break these rules, organisers in our London network can give you a warning, and might ban you from events for a fixed time.
Good Vibes Bachata Code of Conduct
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Our Promise to the Bachata in London Community
Our Promise to the Bachata in London Community
Every incident report is handled with total confidentiality.
Your identity stays protected - always.
It will never be shared beyond our core team without your explicit consent.
We assess every concern thoroughly, fairly, and without judgment.
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Our Partners
We’re proud to collaborate with organisers who
don’t just talk about safety, they prioritise it.
These partners are committed to supporting a
Safer Bachata community in London.
Each of these partners has committed to upholding the Good Vibes Bachata Code of Conduct, including reviewing concerns in line with their own event policies.
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Bachata Essence
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Bachata Heart
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Sensual Wednesday
Sensual Wednesday
Sensual Friday
Sensual Friday
LatinoSway
LatinoSway
Good Vibes Bachata
Building a Bachata
scene where your
safety isn’t up for
negotiation.
Updated
Jan - 2025
Respect
Each Other
Unfair, disrespectful, or hurtful behavior is not okay. This includes using hurtful language, bullying, harassment, or making people feel uncomfortable or unsafe.
Respect
Personal Space
Don’t be too close unless your partner is very clearly comfortable with it, and respect personal boundaries.
Respect
Spatial Awareness
Pay attention to your surroundings, so that you don’t injure your partner or other dancers.
Respect Your Partner's Safety
Don’t do moves that injure yourself or your partner, or that you are not able to do safely.
Respect
The Right to Say No
Everyone has the right to say No—to a dance, to a move, to sharing contact details, an invite for drinks or anything else. No is a complete sentence. Respect their boundaries, accept their No without question, and don’t take it personally.
Right to Report when Someone isn’t Being Safe or Respectful
You have the right to report unsafe or hurtful behavior to organisers, teachers, or to Good Vibes Bachata if you don’t feel comfortable reporting directly to organisers.