2017

North America / USA /

Rumbao Latin Dance Company represents the vision of five Charlotte Latin dancers to provide a fusion of fun and technique for Salsa Dancing. Rumbao combines two key aspects of salsa dance to provide the best performance and instruction possible. Our emphasis is on Rumba and the Tumbao.

Tumbao is the percussive beat in salsa music that On2 dancing follows. Rumba implies a party aspect where people get together and have fun. Together the words make “Rumbao”. Rumbao was formed in March 2013 by a group of five talented and dedicated individuals who are passionate about Latin dance and who are always striving to new heights

Each dancer enjoys creative freedom and brings unique talents to the group following an On2 New York Style. Rumbao has been able to present beautiful choreographies full of sabor (flavor) and has quickly made a mark in Charlotte and surrounding cities. In addition to being passionate Salseros, Rumbao dancers are also proud Charlotteans and are committed to the continued growth of salsa in their hometown.

Meet Rumbao Latin:

Brian Frias | Dancer:

“I have always liked to dance growing up, but somehow salsa dancing had never crossed my path, until it was casually introduced to me in 2007. I have been in love with salsa ever since. I love being able to create a fun and unique experience with a dance partner over the course of just a few minutes.”

Morgan Cruz | Art Director:

“Learn the music before you learn the dance. The music will guide you and make learning more enjoyable. Also, don’t be embarrassed by being less experienced. Everyone starts somewhere.”

Chan Martinez | Audio Specialist:

“I like salsa because it connects me with all kinds of people. Everybody is very generous and they really get along. I discovered more of my interest in salsa when I moved to the US. I saw a group of performers doing cool moves while dancing salsa. They were able to go to big events and perform beside some other really good dancers. I wanted to be part of that experience.”

Connie Chen | Stage Manager:

“Have fun, relax, and never stop wanting to learn! Salsa is an enjoyable experience; make it a great one with Rumbao!”

Jennifer Geyer | Business Operations Manager

“I was inspired to dance salsa while at Davidson College, I joined a student organization called Dance Ensemble and there was always a salsa choreography. I would always try out to be in the routine but I would never make it. It looked like fun and it was something I always wanted to do. I finally made it into a choreography my junior year with a professor and after that experience took classes in the Dominican Republic while studying abroad and got hooked!”

Classes

Rumbao aims to provide excellent instruction for salsa dancing focusing on the foundations for music, movement and connection. They bring sabor (flavor) to the basics and emphasize personal style and expression while having fun. Also emphasize the importance of posture, timing for on2 salsa dancing, footwork, proper technique for connection in partner-work and musicality.

Location: Abundant Life Creative Expressions 2424 North Davidson Street, Ste 110, Charlotte, NC

• Salsa class time: 7:30PM – 8:30PM, Every Tuesday
• Bachata class time: 8:30PM-9:30PM, Every Tuesday
• New Brazilian Samba Class! Mondays at 7:00pm
• New Cha Cha Class! Mondays at 8:00pm
• Drop In Price: $20.00 per class
• Class Packages: $150.00 (ten classes)

Benefits of Salsa Dance Reduce Stress

• Help loose weight
• Increase energy
• Increase muscle tone and stamina
• Meet new people, make new friends
• Learn about musicality, rhythm and other cultures

http://www.rumbaolatindance.com/

North America / USA /

Located in Salt Lake City, Utah, this Dance studio offers you a wild variety of dance styles with qualified instructors than make you enjoy and learn more technique, posture and movements than you think you can do it without injuries you and bring you fun. Do you know more about DF Dance Studio? Beginning…

DF Dance Studio has grown from humble to become one of the largest Ballroom, Salsa, Tango, Swing and Hip Hop dance studio in Salt Lake City. Ever since being founded in 2008, DF Dance Studio has brought cutting edge dance instruction and competitive and social dancing to Wasatch Front region. Their key to success since the beginning has been offering: a wide variety of dance styles + only employing top notch professionals in the field.

Their mission is provide comfortable social dance experience for complete beginners looking to learn a new skill and stay fit, and world class dance training for competitive students with dance career aspirations. Furthermore, their vision is connect, empower and inspire through Latin, Ballroom and Hip Hop Dance, and grow talent through cutting edge programs challenging the status quo. Df Dance Studio believe in vital physical, emotional, social, cultural and community benefits provided by dance and are dedicated to help every student regardless of previous dance experience, age or natural ability to achieve their greatest potential.

Chelsie Hightower Ballrom dancer Dancing with the Stars (Df Dance Studio Ladies Workshop)

“We believe that dance is essential to personal happiness, and we are glad to offer so many chances for people be happy”, Df Dance Studio.

For this philosophy they offer home to 13 professional dance instructors in Salsa, Ballroom, Latin, West Coast Swing, Argentine Tango, Country, Hip Hop, Ballet and Jazz for who want focused and detailed learning and get private lessons. For those who also want to learn in a group setting, they offer 24 group classes a week. In addition, for those who are dancing to meet people, they offer student mixers, studio parties, dance socials, and a great community to be in. Wow! There’s definitely something for everyone!

Private Dance Lessons

Taking a private lesson you get several benefits for your date night:

• More intimate setting – just you, your date, and an instructor.
• Choose exactly what you want to learn – lesson is customized to you!
• One-on-one instruction – ask any question, the teacher is all yours.
• Fit your personal schedule – Book morning, afternoon, or evening – Mon – Sat.

The prices are per lesson for one or two people. All lessons are 50 minutes long. Packages cannot be shared between more than two people. All appointments must be pre-paid. If you’re interested in a semi-private lesson (with 3-10 people), DF Dance Studio offers the prices follows: $100 for 3-4 people, or $150 for 5-10 people.

If you want a single private lesson and packages here below the information: SINGLE CLASS: $75 (Per Lesson for 1 or 2 people) 4 CLASS PACKAGE: $70 (Per Lesson for 1 or 2 people) 8 CLASS PACKAGE: $65 (Per Lesson for 1 or 2 people). $80 Savings + Includes 2 group class drop-ins & 2 studio parties. 16 CLASS PACKAGE: $60 (Per Lesson for 1 or 2 people) $240 savings + Includes 4 group drop-ins & 4 parties

You can Reinvent Yourself Taking the first step into exciting world of dance! Spice up your days with Salsa dancing.

Salsa Dancing Lessons

• Salsa is one of the most popular dancing styles in Utah nowadays. There are lots of Salsa socials and clubs to dance at! Df Dance Studio offers group and private dance lessons from Utah’s top Salsa Dance professionals, plus performance-focused Salsa Dance Teams!
• Their Salsa program consists of several different levels of group classes, private lessons and bi-weekly salsa dance socials. No partner is required. Beginner courses are 12 wks. – enroll in 1st or 2nd wk. Students are required to get instructors approval for Beginner Level 2 and Intermediate Levels.
• Every Mon at 7pm – By the end of Ÿ 12 wks.
• You’ll have a great Salsa foundation. No partner or experience required to join this course. $10/class for 12 wks = $120 – includes FREE extra lessons on Wednesdays at 8pm for 12 wks!
• In Social Dance Classes complete Beginners are Welcome & No partner required. Don’t wait to start dancing.

Salsa`s Instructors

Lindsay (Salsa, Bachata, Argentine Tango):

Lindsay started out dancing Jazz at an early age, but ultimately found her passion in Latin dances. She placed 3rd in 2010 and 1st in 2011 in a statewide Salsa Competition in Utah and 3rd in 2010 in a statewide Bachata Competition. She specializes in Salsa, Bachata and Kizomba and she is available for private lessons.

Julio (Salsa, Bachata, Kids):

Julio specializes in Salsa, Bachata and Social Ballroom. He currently competes at the highest level in Salsa and Bachata and he is the 2016 king of Bachata in Utah. In 2015 he took first place in the SDSBK (San Diego Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba) international Salsa competition. Julio also has some Ballroom background completing the Bronze Latin Ballroom medals exam and competing in Dance Sport BYU.

Frida (Salsa, Bachata, Hip Hop):

Frida has won 3rd place in the 2015 Las Vegas Salsa On2 Amateur couples division Competition, 1st place in the 2016 Utah Bachata competition, 1st place in the 2015 San Diego Salsa On2 couples division Competition, and she is Utah Bachata Queen 2016. She’s had extensive training in several multi-cultural styles of dance, including Tahitian, samba, and Argentine tango, and she is also certified in Zumba.

Salsa Socials

DF Dance Studio every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month give you a great social with great music variety. Meet all the local salseros, dance to best local DJs, watch salsa dance shows, have real salsa dancing and gets fun dancing! 9:30pm – Beginner Salsa (2nd Fri) or Bachata (4th Fri) Class Dancing till 1:30am with DJ Corwin in the Salsa room + DJ Nexar in the Bachata room! Cost: $10/pp all night long THREE dance floors.

Add some fun…with dance! Do you want to enjoy your life? Perhaps meet some people? Try the intriguing Salsa, sensual Bachata, and more…

DF Dance Studio also offers Kids Dance Lessons; there is a variety of dance styles for kids, including ballroom, salsa, hip hop, performance & break dancing. They have three ways to get FUN with their kids program:

First, CLASSES!

There is a fun and easy-tolearn atmosphere. They love to play dance games with the kids while exploring the movements their bodies can do! Expect the child to start dancing everywhere – at school, at the grocery store, at home – dancing is addictive and healthy for their growing bodies & minds. They offer a variety of styles so kids can experience different moves and rhythms: Hip Hop, Break Dancing, Salsa, Ballroom, & Technique.

Second, PARTIES!

They have monthly event parties for KIDS ONLY. Okay, so we may need an adult or two as chaperones but the event itself is for their youth.

Third, PERFORMANCES!

What kid doesn’t like showing off for their parents? It’s a great time for families and friends to come enjoy supporting the little ones as they show off all they have learned that semester. Each class will have at least one routine in the show.

Wedding Dance Lessons

This Dance Studio is specialized in making you look and feel good on the dance floor on your big day creating lifelong cherished memories as you dance as a newlywed couple for that they bring you Wedding Dance Lessons. Private lessons are the way to go for wedding couples. A professional instructor working to make your first dance exactly what you want it to be!

1. You must start your wedding dance lessons 2-5 months before your wedding date.
2. Your wedding is in one week. They can help you! Contact them immediately so they can get you in!
3. They have plenty of song suggestions for different occasions and can help you pick a song that reflects your personality, style and love for each other!
4. You can learn an easy choreography if you want it! You don’t have to memorize a routine to look fantastic on the dance floor, and they can help you learn the best lead-follow steps, besides, this dance studio guarantees your private lessons will be held at a time that’s convenient for you.

In addition to all these, DF Dance Studio does an Annual Salt Lake Salsa Fest where you get ready for exciting workshops, inspiring shows and lots of awesome salsa and bachata social dancing that will sweep you off your feet!

DF Dance Studio

Gain Confidence Perform & Compete Get Healthy Progressive Course for Beginners Anytime drop-in class Higher Level Courses – Instructor Approval Required

Address: DF Dance Studio. 2978 S State St Salt Lake City, Utah. For additional information about DF DANCE STUDIO call to (801) 466-0490 or visit their site https://www.dfdancestudio.com/

North America / USA /

Dance With Joy Studios was created to be a positive force in your world by adding joyful moments to your day!

They are a movement art and activity center dedicated to making the world better one smile at a time!

Offering daily dance & fitness classes, group and private instruction, dance party socials, workshops and special event rentals!

Their programs are designed to support success for students of all levels, in an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere. Offering daily activities that enrich the mind, doby and spirit, we provide a wide variety of educational, cultural and physical activies for students of all ages. We offer excellent instruction in a community of passionate students and professionals who make it their goal to experience greater health and well being, present moment connection and joy, sharing the art of movement and music, fun and friendship.

With a lot a options of dancing, Dance with Joy Studio offers you…

Staying Healthy and Fit Should be Fun!

Dance with Joy provides many wonderful options for fun fitness for all ages and levels, 7 days a week. Which means you’ll be able to find the fitness call that’s just right for you!

Connect with yourself & others through Dance!

Dance With Joy Studios offers a wide range of fun partner dancing classes for all levels, 7 days a week! From West Coast Swing to East Coast Swing, Salsa, Ballroom, Argentine Tango, Rueda de Casino, Brazilian Zouk, and much more!

From Flamenco Dancing to Hip-Hop, Jazz and Tap, they have something for you!

Solo dancing classes for ALL ages and levels abound at Dance With Joy Studios! Whether you’re looking for a fun Hip-Hop, Jazz, Belly Dance, Flamenco, Brazilian Samba, Hula, Tahitian, or Tap class, Dance with Joy Studios has you covered.

Dance With Joy offers a wide spectrum of fun youth classes for students ages 1 to 18 years!

Dance with Joy Studios offers a youth program focused on the joy of movement and dance, community building, kindness, and the development of self-confidence and self-esteem in a supportive, fun environment. Our youth program is divided into three categories: Tiny Toes, Kids, and Teens.

Private Lessons

Private lessons (1 or 2 students with a teacher) are an opportunity for one-onone coaching from one of our wonderful teachers. Students often learn faster in a private lesson than in a group class with this opportunity for individual attention, learning at their own pace. Teachers make it fun and easy for beginners and advanced dancers alike. Recommended for all dancers, private lessons, when used in conjunction with group classes and practice, can speed up a student’s progress exponentially.

Private lessons address and improve the following important areas:

• Skills of Leading and Following ~ Connection & Communication
• Technique ~ Footwork, Styling, Spins/Turns, Cuban Motion, Body Isolations
• Timing & Rhythm ~ Music Education
• Dance Etiquette ~ Tips for Social Dancing Success!
• Ways of Learning ~ Kinesthetic, Visual, Auditory