Location - 80 George St, The Rocks, Sydney, Australia.
Using the train, get off at Circular Quay and about a 10~15min walk along the waterfront, then to the Rocks.
Venue - It's a resteraunt first, so don't expect a fabulous dance floor. There are dance spaces all over, around the bar, like an lop-sided doughnut. However, because of this, you can't expect an "open space", so expect to be creative. The floor is average and with how the dance goes, you may just go with a comfortable shoe, rather than dance shoes.
Time - Friday - The band starts at 9, but it tends to pick up around 9:30~10. If you want a warm up with space, go earlier, if you want to just jump in the heat of it, go closer to 10.
Cost - Entry, $10. $2 coat check. There are ads saying "free entry before 8:30". However, when I did this, I was told nothing will happen till 10. So if you are going with friends and having drinks, then good. Otherwise, don't expect dancing to start for another hour, atleast.
Music/Style - First thing I have to say, is that I love the band. They play live cover and it's very plesant. The band will play then on their break, DJ will play a few songs. In my opinion, the place is more Cuban than linear, though people do dance linear. No Zouk. 70% Salsa, 15% Bachata, 15% Merengue.
Level of dancers - Average. Like above, lots of cuban dancers. Expect to bump into a fair few casual people (and non dancers) who wants to boogie on the dance floor with the live music going.
Note/thoughts : At the moment (June 2011), Friday night is a tossup between Vivaz and Coolabar (exception of special events). I like the music and the vibe of Vivaz, but the dancer's level at Coolabar seems to be better. It really depends on how you feel. About a 3 to 3.5 stars, but I don't mind going there.
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