GROUP LESSONS: TGIF Salsa with Mark Ellis
Beginner (Level 1) Salsa
We know how difficult it can be to learn something new. Our Beginner Salsa class is geared for people who are just starting out. Our relaxed environment is perfect for newcomers and makes learning Salsa basics fun and simple. In this class you will learn basic directional steps, proper frame for partner-work and simple turn patterns. We organize our curriculum so that the movements are easy to remember and so you won't have to be thinking too much on the dance floor. Join us and learn the fundamentals! No experience is necessary and no partner is required. Drop-in fee is $20.
Intermediate (Level 2) Salsa
Our Intermediate (Level 2) Salsa class helps bridge the gap between our Beginner and Advanced level classes. We focus on the art of leadership, partnership and timing, while executing simple Salsa patterns. In this class we introduce the Cross-Body-Lead, Cross-Body-Lead with turns and Cumbia patterns. We integrate these new moves with moves from Beginner (Level 1) and introduce a menu system to assist leaders on the dance floor. Drop-in fee is $20 and no partner is required.
Advanced (Level 3) Salsa
This advanced level Salsa class will build on the fundamentals you already know and help you take your dancing to the next level. We will introduce more complex footwork and a variety of partner-work combinations designed to improve the way your dance looks and feels, as well as your overall versatility as a dancer. Drop-in fee is $20 and no partner is required.
NEW GROUP LESSONS with "Pablo Dinámico"
Dominican Bachata Level 2 ~ Wednesdays at 6:15PM or Saturdays at 12:00 Noon.
- The authentic bachata dance is the original way of dancing bachata, originating from the Dominican Republic where the music also was born. Learn fundamental bachata footwork and partner work with a traditional Dominican flavor. You will learn how to lead, create your own patterns, dance to syncopated beats, turns and have fun with your partner. Drop-in fee is $20. No partner is required.
Buy a 6 pack-$80. 12 pack-$150. Good for 6 months! Please no floor marking soles on the dance floor.
Cuban Salsa ~ Rueda de Casino Level 2 ~ Wednesdays 7:15PM
Cuban Salsa! Instructed by Pablo Dinámico from Cuba. The authentic way of dancing to AfroCuban rhythms.
Requires the dancer to be familiar with Basic Step (Guapea), Crossbody (Dile Que No) and Inside Turn (Enchufla).
This class is lots of fun!
$20 Drop-In. NO partner required!
Buy a 6 pack-$80. 12 pack-$150. Good for 6 months! Please no floor marking soles on the dance floor.
Saturdays at 1:00PM Level 1 Bachata Dominicana
This is a beginner level Lesson of Dominican style Bachata. This lesson is for those looking for the authentic, "tradiciona" style of this beautiful dance. We will teach you the footwork, rhythm, timing and partner work to commence your dance journey with Bachata. Drop-in is $20 No partner or experience required.
Saturdays at 11:00AM Reggaeton
Beautiful Dance of high energy based on Caribbean and African-American music instructed by Pablo 'Dinámico'. The movement and steps you learn will ad one more dimension to your repertoire. This is not a partner dance but you can dance with someone while expressing yourself to the music. If you missed the FitCardio class...? No worries, this will be a workout. Come join the fun and stay fit!
$20 Drop-In. NO partner required!
Buy a 6 pack-$80. 12 pack-$150. Good for 6 months! Please no floor marking soles on the dance floor.
Salsa Suelta "Fusion" ~ Wednesdays at 8:15PM.
Want to dance like Pablo? Come dance join us on Wednesdays at 8:15PM.
Salsa Suelta or “Free Salsa” is a style of dancing salsa with intricate footwork that does not require a partner. The sequence of solo steps can be danced to Salsa, Reggaeton, as well as other latin rhythm as it as FREE STYLE form of the dance. In this class, we will learn some cuban style dance elements, practice them well, and create short choreographies that can be used in your dance.
The sequences will include a variety of elements: Footwork, body movement, Afro-Cuban and Cuban traditional movements, Reggaeton, Hip Hop, and everything that could be fun to drop on the dance floor.
Drop-in fee is $20. No partner is required. Buy a 6 pack-$80. 12 pack-$150. Good for 6 months!
Please no floor marking soles on the dance floor
Semi-Private Group Lessons
We are offering semi-private Salsa, Bachata or Cumbia lessons for people who want to dance with a group of friends. All levels of proficiency welcome.