Best Salsa Classes Long Beach Near Me

doug transue: Taking lessons and dancing at the Arthur Murray studio is wonderful. In my wildest dreams, I never thought I would enjoy ballroom dancing. My wife and I took a few lessons to dance at my daughter's wedding and we were hooked. Give it a try.

Roberta Wall: It's so great to be back in the studio! They're still practicing special safety measutes, but just being on the dance floor and moving to the music is the best therapy ever! It!s definitely my happy place!

Michelle Cortado: Wonderful atmosphere, excellent instructors. We are beginners, we started out with a few private lessons to get some basics and then the group classes. Group is so much fun and then after they have a "dance party" where we practice all different styles. Everyone is so encouraging and you get to dance with partners of all different levels. The studio really makes dance fun and inviting

RichRoland Stromberg: PJ and Donald are fantastic! You can tell they really love their job by the way they care and pay attention to what you want to learn. They made us feel very comfortable and confident about our wedding this summer. Couldn't have done it with them!

Steve Wall: Friendly staff and best dance floor of the local studios. The staff knows their stuff. It can be pricey but it can be worth the money. If you want to have fun and learn to dance come here.

Jon Marshall: . Whether you only take advantage of a deal or you extend your visits to become a regular routine, it should be informative and fun.

Jeremy Strouhal: Fun experience!

Oscar Merino: So glad I found Level Up. Ramon's great energy and attention to technique make this studio a great place to learn and level up your dance skills. 👌

Nancy Villalta: I first came across Level Up Studio by attending one of their monthly socials in 2015. At that time, I was only taking classes at a salsa club once a week. I did not know the proper technique, styling, and timing for Latin dances.With over thirty years of experience, Bernard is one of the most knowledgeable dance instructors in the county. He was able to point out my bad habits within a few lessons. He talked to me about my technique in a one on one setting. Within a few months, I was able to fix my bad habits and build a more solid foundation. If you’re interested in learning how to dance, I highly recommend starting at Level Up and avoid taking classes at clubs. In my experience, it was harder to break my bad habits than to begin learning the right way. I felt it hindered my growth. If you compare the knowledge you received from the club versus dance studio setting, the prices aren’t comparable, but you will receive far greater value at the dance studio.It is now 2020, and I’m still learning from Bernard. He’s dance experience seems endless. He is excellent at breaking down a move step by step and has a unique ability to compare the moves to everyday activities. For instance, he’ll explain a reverse body roll is like putting on a pantie hose. The energy travels from your foot and moves up.His classes are fun, energized, and even humorous; he loves telling dad jokes. Give Level Up a try, it’s a great way to meet people, and to call something your own.Dancing has provided me with a great partner, amazing friends, and a lifetime hobby. I hope to see you there!

Veronica Larkin: For a long time I had the desire to get back into salsa and was very excited to find this location in Long Beach. The instructors are amazing and take their time in showing you great techniques to ensure you progress as a dancer. I've been taking classes for over a year and have no intentions of stopping . It is a great environment to not only learn but also create long lasting friendships. I encourage you to give it a try. They offer 6 week courses in salsa, bachata, cha-cha-cha, and other types of dances in addition to also having socials once a month where you can practice and show off the dancing moves you learned during class. Love, love,love this studio!!!

Vanessa Amaya: This place changed my life. I’ve been dancing here for over a year now. They offer Beginners Salsa, Intermediate Salsa, Cha Cha, and Bachata classes in 6 week intervals. Lucky for me they have an unlimited dance class option. Bernard is a phenomenal instructor who really engages the class and properly teaches the fundamentals. Perfect place to have fun, learn, and meet new people. They also have a dance Social every month where you can practice all the new moves you’ve learned.

Agnieszka Rykaczewska: Love dancing zouk here!

Gen Thomas: Great place to train recreationally and competitively! Everyone is super nice and welcoming upon entry and engrain you into the family whenever you're ready to join.

Connie Ornelas: Positive:Communication,Professionalism,QualityWe love this dance studio! The teachers are great. My daughter has/had Ms. Sam, Ms. Heather and Ms. Vanessa and they are all amazing and great with the kids. Highly recommend!

Kristina Hadsell: Kick it Up is a fun, supportive, and inspiring dance studio. My daughter has been dancing here for more than 10 years. They offer classes in ballet, tap, lyrical, jazz, hula, hip hop, contemporary, vocal, and theater classes. The front desk staff is friendly, inviting and very helpful. The dance instructors are encouraging, caring and knowledgeable. Kick it Up offers opportunities to compete and perform with their dance teams. The competition teams compete at Regional comps around the Long Beach area and at Nationals in Las Vegas. They also offer Performance teams that have performed at the CSULB basketball half time shows, Knott’s Berry Farm, Disneyland, USC basketball games, the Orange County Fair and even the Clippers vs. Lakers game at the Staples Center. Ms. Susan, the owner is outgoing, has a strong head for business and is cordial to everyone she meets. She remembers everyone’s name, kids and parents alike, and treats everyone with respect. She is always on the look out for new, innovative and exciting opportunities for the studio. Kick it Up offers programs that most studios do not have. Currently, Kick it Up offers the Dance Step program, a dance education and leadership program, that allows students to aid in the classroom and learn to give back to the studio community by helping to encourage and support younger students. The students who undertake this program learn leadership skills and are empowered by their new found abilities. Kick it Up also belongs to YPAD, Youth Protection Advocates In Dance and they make sure that the dancers are safe and learn age appropriate choreography. There are two Recitals per year, Winter Showcase and the June Recital. Recently, Kick it up has added dance shoes to their merchandise line. Tap, ballet, jazz and lyrical shoes are now available to purchase in the studio. Really fortuitous, when you need shoes right away, or if you are a new student without shoes. The main draw at Kick it Up is the caring studio community. Kick it Up is a family, and you feel that family atmosphere if you hang out in the lobby for any significant amount of time. Parents are friendly, even the competition dance moms get along, and all the students are supportive and encourage one another.

Rita Lara: Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value

barbara rogers: I love this place.

Lon Gray: Top notch dance studio, with a talented staff.

Jeb Brilliant: Good teachers. My girls love the studio and wish they could be there every day.

Sharon Denise: A safe and fun place to take dance classes for kids & adults

Lisa Gray: Kick it up is the best.

Edward Gutierrez: My daughter loves it. she’s take hip hop, tap , jazz and ballet here. Plenty of parking, helpful staff.

Susan Hodges: Positive:Professionalism,Quality,ValueMy 10 yr old daughter is in Hip Hop class. She enjoys the teacher, the other students, keeping fit and being challenged. It is a clean and organized environment. I would recommend.

Spencer Woods: I used to dance here as a kid, and driving past multiple times and watching some classes, it’s better than I remember it to be.

Lorraine De Prez: My daughter has danced with CSDA since she was. 2 1/2. She loves this studio, the teachers and her dance family. Because of CSDA, my daughter is confident and respectful. The relationships she has created with teacher's and staff will last a lifetime. The level of instruction has always been top notch and she loves representing CSDA. Thank you Ms. Leslie and the all the wonderful teachers for giving my girl confidence.

Joan Jernigan: CSDA is like a second home to me! I've been dancing there for 10 years and it has been amazing!! Love it to infinity and beyond!!❤️❤️

SOPA SOUP: I love this studio. I recommend it to any girl or boy of any age to go try it out. There are very nice and supportive teachers.

Vala Runolfsson: We have been part of the CSDA family for 12 years. Our daughter loves dancing there and considers it a second home. She's had some great instruction and we appreciate Leslie and all the other instructors who have spent time helping her to achieve her goals.

Samantha Maldonado: Dance is my life

Annie Garza: LOVE THIS PLACE! I have 3 girls and they all dance here. Been dancing here for about 8 years now. We love the teachers and staff here. I would definitely recommend checking out CSDA if you are looking for a studio for your child. They can casually take classes or if your child is more serious about dance they can also be on a competitive dance team without you having to be an "Abby Lee DANCE MOM" It's like a family here.

dwayne hayes: Very accessible

Kevin Kilkenny: Best place in Long Beach

Orla: Right on the beach

kenneth carter: Nice venue

Jodie M: Nice place for meetings and functions.

Lisa Moulton: I don't go there for the dance but they let us use the facility for other things which is greatly appreciated