Haliente
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Haliente is a Halifax dance studio offering Salsa, Bachata, Afrodance & Reggaeton classes in HRM. We
OUR VISION & OUR MISSION:
Our mission is simple, We believe everyone can learn to dance and we are here to make sure that anyone that walk-through our doors, will experience the feeling of being in a safe and judgment-free space where learning and the desire to improve are celebrated and encouraged. Our goal is to keep the dance community growing, one step at a time by providing dancers of all levels and backgrounds a place for creative self-expression, exercise, education, and social interaction where they can take dance as far as they would like to, whether it be social dance or on stage. Our vision is to offer a space that allows dancers and all creative minds to come to learn, practice, and grow their individual skills and passions. OUR CREATIVE STUDIO
Our creative studio space is perfect for movement-based activities such as dance, rehearsals, classes, workshops, special events, and performances. Haliente Creative Studio is also open to arts-based (professional and amateur) activities such as photography, theatre, and art exhibits. LOCATION & INFO
STUDIO 1
Second floor - 1,200 square feet of open space with a 10-foot ceiling. STUDIO 2
Third floor - 1,200 square feet of open space with a 9-foot ceiling. Both studios are fully equipped with HVAC, mirrors, sound systems, and numerous lighting options. Each studio has its own washroom, common area, change area, and elevator. LATIN SOCIALS
Whether you're an absolute beginner or an advanced dancer, you will feel at home with us. Our Salsa & Bachata socials and events are designed to adapt to all levels and styles. A mixture of classic and modern salsa, traditional Bachata and Kizomba are each picked for their groove, upbeat, downbeat, and musicality to keep you dancing all night long.
09/22/2026
π₯ Two Rooms. More Ways to Dance. π₯
Join us every Friday at Haliente Creative Hub for music, dancing, drinks & community!
π£ 8:30 PM β Beginner Salsa with Oluwatobi & Anna γγγͺ β¨ππΎ 9:30 PMβ2 AM β Social dancing
ππΎ Room 1: Salsa β’ Bachata β’ Merengueβ¨πΊπΎ Room 2: Kizomba β’ Urban Kiz β’ Kompa β’ Tarraxinha with Paniz Ghafari
π Student Special!β¨Students and university community members get $10 entry + one standard drink before 11 PM with valid student ID. Booking required.
ποΈ Regular admission: $15, including one b**r, shot or water
No partner? No experience? No problem! Everyone is welcome. ππ½πΊπ½
π 1678 Barrington Street, Halifaxβ¨π 19+ | Bar open
ππΎ A big shout out to Downtown Halifax for helping us make Friday nights more affordable for students! ππ₯
Bring your student ID and your crew. See you on the dance floor!
When the music speaks, the body just listens.π€π₯
This Friday, the Kizomba Room will be open from 9:30 PM β late.
πΆ DJ Paniz Ghafari will be on the beat.
Come catch the vibe. πΊπΏππ½
09/16/2026
This Friday! ππΏπΊπΌπ₯
β¨ 8:30 PM β Beginner-Friendly Bachata Lesson
πΆ 9:30 PM β Social Dancing
π₯ Two Dance Floors
π§ Salsa Room with DJ moseszito
π§ Kizomba Room with DJ Paniz Ghafari
β€οΈ No partner. No experience. Everyone is welcome!
ποΈ $15 β Includes your choice of a b**r, shot, or non-alcoholic drink at the bar.
Bring your friends, meet new people, and dance the night away. See you on the dance floor! ππΏπΊπΌ
09/16/2026
This Friday, our Fall Classes begin! ππΏπΊπΌ
Join us for the first classes of the season, not sure dancing is for you? Come try your first class for FREE!
β¨ No partner required.
β¨ No experience necessary.
β¨ Everyone is welcome.
ποΈ Reserve your spot now at Haliente.com. Spaces are limited, so donβt wait to book!
See you on the dance floor!
π₯ THIS FRIDAYβ GRAND OPENING! π₯
Two rooms. More ways to dance.
π Salsa β’ Bachata β’ Merengue Room with DJ Bill Graham
π₯ Kizomba β’ Urban Kiz β’ Kompa β’ Tarraxinha Room with Dj Paniz Ghafari
π£ Lesson 8:30 PM
πΆ Dancing 9:30 PMβ2 AM
ποΈ $15 β includes a b**r, shot or water
No partner or experience required.
π Grand Opening β September 11
Come celebrate and dance with usππΏπΊπΌπ₯
09/07/2026
π₯ OUR GRAND OPENING IS THIS FRIDAY π₯
Two rooms. More ways to dance.
Every Friday at Haliente Creative Hub. Come for the music, stay for the dancing, drinks & community. ππΎπΊπΎ
π£ 8:30 PM β Beginner Lesson
πΆ 9:30 PMβ2:00 AM β Social Dancing
ROOM 1
πΆοΈ Salsa β’ Bachata β’ Merengue with DJ Bill Graham
ROOM 2
π₯ Kizomba β’ Urban Kiz β’ Kompa β’ Tarraxinha with Dj Paniz Ghafari
No partner or No experience required.
Come solo, bring your friends, and find your people on the dance floor.
ποΈ $15 Admission
Includes your choice of b**r, shot or water.
See you Friday! ππΎπΊπΌπ₯
09/02/2026
π GRAND OPENING β FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH! π
π₯ TWO ROOMS. MORE WAYS TO DANCE.
Weβre opening the doors and kicking off a brand-new Friday night at Haliente Creative Hub!
Join us Friday, September 11th for the Grand Opening of our weekly Friday social, bringing together music, dancing, drinks, and community across TWO ROOMS all night long. ππ½πΊπ½
π΄ ROOM 1 β SALSA β’ BACHATA β’ MERENGUE
Dance to your favourite Latin rhythms in a welcoming space for all levels, featuring weekly guest DJ .
π₯ ROOM 2 β KIZOMBA β’ URBAN KIZ β’ KOMPA β’ TARRAXIO
A dedicated room to dance, practice, explore, and connect through the music with Paniz & Phil.
Two rooms. Two vibes. One dance community.
β¨ No partner? No problem.
β¨ No experience? No problem.
β¨ Coming solo? Come through.
β¨ Bring your friends. Bring your energy.
Everyone is welcome. Night include A beginner friendly lesson at 8:30
ποΈ $15 ENTRY
Includes your choice of one b**r, shot, or nonalcoholic drink at the bar.
π
GRAND OPENING: Friday, September 11th
π Haliente Creative Hub β 1678 Barrington Street, Halifax
08/31/2026
π¨Registration is now open.π¨
Halienteβs Fridays start September 11! β¨
Join us every Friday for classes, social dancing, music and community.
Classes:
6:30 PM, Salsa Absolute Beginner, Studio 1
7:30 PM, Bachata Absolute Beginner, Studio 1
8:30 PM, Salsa Experienced Beginner, Studio 2
Socials:
8:30 PM pre socials workshops
9:30 PM to 2:00 AM in two rooms:
π Salsa, Bachata and Merengue with guest djs
π₯ Kizomba, Urban Kiz, Tarraxo, Kompa and Douceur with
19+ β’ Bar open β’ $15 cover includes a drink at the barπΉ
08/27/2026
Need a space for your next idea? β¨
Rent Studio 1, The Georgian Studio, or Studio 2, The Modern Studio, for classes, rehearsals, workshops, private lessons, photoshoots and creative projects.
Request a rental through the link in our bio or send us a message.
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Halienteβs Creative Studio
Halifax, NS
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