About
Our Story
By providing opportunities for education and celebration, the arts become a bridge toward cultural understanding and community engagement. This enriches lives with music, movement, and cultural expression by building a space for people to celebrate, learn, and share in the joy of dance.​
​For years, Tumbao has operated as a donation-based initiative, offering accessible dance classes that welcomes dancers of all backgrounds and skill levels.​
Tumbao Collective began in 2021 at Logan Street Market as a grassroots effort to bring people together through free dance lessons. What started as a place for anyone to connect through the rhythm of Latin music quickly became a thriving community centered around diverse Latin American and Hispanic cultures.
In 2024, Tumbao Collective became a nonprofit organization, solidifying our mission to make dance, music, and cultural experiences accessible to all. Today, we are dedicated to uniting and empowering communities by building inclusive spaces for learning through creating.
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We hope for people to celebrate and engage with Latin American and Hispanic heritage. We plan to continue to grow by forging partnerships to expand our projects, and creating opportunities that strengthens and unites our community through the arts.
Mission Statement
To promote cultural enrichment and community engagement through the celebration and teaching of Latin American and Hispanic dance, music and art.
Vision Statement
To preserve Latin and Hispanic heritage while fostering artistic growth and opportunities for education.
Community Guidelines
When participating in any of our events, we ask that you follow these guidelines to keep our community a safe and inviting space for all participants.
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Community Spirit
Arrive with an open mind and a positive attitude.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of dance experience.
Dance Etiquette
Anyone can ask anyone to dance; saying no is always okay.
Be kind, respectful and considerate to everyone.
Feel free to explore both leading and following and choose what feels best.
Safety & Respect
We are an inclusive community with zero tolerance for disrespectful behavior.
Respect your dance partner’s space, comfort and personal boundaries
(When in doubt, talk it out).
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Report any concerns to a community leader – we are here to help.
