Lines Dance Academy LLC
Award-winning Latin dance studio with 25 years of community roots
Lines Dance Academy is a family-owned studio with two locations in Downtown Portland and Hillsboro, Oregon.
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About this studio
Lines Dance Academy is a family-owned studio with two locations in Downtown Portland and Hillsboro, Oregon. Founded on a passion for Latin dance, the academy has been operating for 25 years under the direction of Anita Villaraldo, a native of Puebla, Mexico, who arrived in Oregon at age 16 and has built a worldwide-recognized dance programme.
The studio teaches all ages across five core styles: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Cumbia, and Fusion Latino, alongside Danza Folklorico instruction. Class offerings include Bachata Flow and Salsa Flow programmes, which provide structured progression pathways for students. Both the Hillsboro and Portland locations offer classes with detailed schedules available through ZenPlanner calendars.
Lines Dance Academy has won over 30 prestigious Latin Dance titles from international competitions and hosts some of the most recognizable names in modern Latin dance. The studio has developed world-class dancers through its strong youth programmes, which emphasize leadership skills and personal confidence alongside technical dance training.
Beyond weekly classes, the academy offers private dance lessons and hosts special events. The studio is known for working closely with the Latino community and has become a centre for Quinceañera celebrations, helping young women mark this milestone with professional choreography and instruction. Private events and weddings are also part of their service offering.
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes run at both the Hillsboro and Portland locations with structured progression tracks for Bachata and Salsa. You'll find instruction across multiple Latin styles taught by experienced instructors in a community-focused environment.
Instructors
Who teaches here
The studio's teaching team includes Anita Villaraldo (director), Mere Gonzalez, Bryant Ayala, Tania Herrera, Brandon Ayala, Alexa Ray, Kayla Téllez, Iñaki Villanueva-Torres, Jeffrey Velez, Leah Leon Phifer, Colleen Carris, and Paloma Laguna.
Studio history
Lines Dance Academy was founded 25 years ago by Anita Villaraldo, who moved from Puebla, Mexico to Oregon at age 16 with dreams of continuing her dance career. The studio grew from pure passion for Latin dance and has since become worldwide-recognized, winning over 30 prestigious international Latin Dance titles. Anita has worked closely with the Latino community for two decades, helping young girls fulfil their Quinceañera dreams and developing world-class dancers through youth programmes.
Styles offered
9 dance styles taught here
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Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Lines Dance Academy LLC
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Lines Dance Academy LLC teach?
Lines Dance Academy LLC teaches Latin, Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Cumbia, Fusion Latino and 3 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Lines Dance Academy LLC located?
Lines Dance Academy LLC is located in Hillsboro, OR. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Lines Dance Academy LLC offer private lessons?
Contact Lines Dance Academy LLC directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Lines Dance Academy LLC teach kids and adults?
Lines Dance Academy LLC welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Lines Dance Academy LLC?
The fastest path is to visit Lines Dance Academy LLC via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.