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Bay Area Micro Fusion (BAMF), Emeryville

First Impressions of BAMF

I went to Bay Area Micro Fusion (BAMF) for the first time, walking through the open roll‑up door of a converted warehouse. Inside: high ceilings, wide floors, and a vibe that felt slow, close, intentional — the signature of micro fusion.

Parking & Location

Where: Athletic Playground, 4770 San Pablo Ave, Emeryville, CA 94608.

• Parking: A few spots in front (do not park in the sound studio’s spaces). Street parking is usually easy.
• Transit: ~20‑minute walk from MacArthur BART or a quick AC Transit ride.

Entry & Cost

Sliding‑scale contribution (cash or Venmo). If money’s tight, pay what you can — the organizers care more about dancing than your wallet.

Schedule of the Night

• 8:00–9:00 pm — Micro Fusion Fundamentals Class
• 9:00–10:30 pm — DJ #1 set
• 10:30 pm–12:00 am — DJ #2 set

For the Beginner

Fundamentals cover subtle movement, body isolations (shoulders, ribs, hips), breathing, stillness, and close‑embrace connection.

Key Points for Newbies

• Boundaries: Close embrace is always about trust and consent. “No, thank you” is complete.
• No partner required: Partners rotate after each song; you’ll naturally reconnect later if it clicks.
• Roles are flexible: Lead, follow, or switch mid‑dance.
• Shoes: Flat shoes or socks are best for subtle movement.
• Clothes: Comfortable and breathable.
• Water: Bring a reusable bottle.

Micro fusion blends Blues, West Coast Swing, Tango, Zouk, and Kizomba — slowed down and zoomed into micro‑movements. Think of it as partner dance whispered instead of shouted.

Curious to learn more? Explore Bay Area Fusion events.

Highlights of My Night

During class, one partner “breathed together” a bit too literally. (Pro tip: exhale away, not at your partner.) It was funny and a good reminder that gentle communication matters.

I ended up dancing seven songs with the same partner — a shared rhythm turned into a tiny story.

“Your hips flow amazingly,” someone said — the kind of compliment that feels like recognition of presence and connection.

Spontaneous giggles happen mid‑song; that’s joy, not a mistake.

And I reconnected with a previous tango teacher — through fusion. Movement bridges communities.

Community & Closing Circle

At midnight, there’s a closing circle. Sharing is optional — listening is meaningful, leaving quietly is fine.

Why I Keep Using My Events Bridge

I don’t have time to stalk 15 different Facebook groups and Eventbrite pages. Bay Area Fusion events puts fusion nights in one place, updated daily.

For deeper reads: see Fusion at Alembic, Tango Sunday at Salesforce Park, and Tango at The Beat with Felipe & Ayano.