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Salsa Gente -Cuban style Dancing
5 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Ballet school in Santa Cruz, California
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Ages classes for ages 16–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Class price classes around $15 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 831-426-4724
- Website & schedule salsagente.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 7–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
What families & students say
“Their classes increase the complexity of moves at a doable pace for beginners and more experienced dancers alike, depending on the level of classes you are taking.”
“The welcoming atmosphere made it even better—I met great people and gained so much confidence on the dance floor.”
From the reviews
Chris & Jessica are amazing Cuban salsa dance instructors! They show us a dance that seems impossible, yet the group ‘get’s it’ and still wants more by the end of class. I have had the best time learning such a fun style. Such patience too! Dame!
My husband and I just completed the beginner Cuban salsa dance class with Jessica and Chris. It was a wonderful class, and we had so much fun. Jessica and Chris are fantastic teachers; they make sure you've learned before they move on.
Great beginner class with Chris and Jessica. Class is well-paced with plenty of clear instruction, modeling and then PRACTICE. We found it super helpful to practice the moves in between the weekly classes.
My first Salsa experience was wonderful! Great teachers, that really break things down but they moved the class along and after 6 weeks I feel much more confident in my dancing! Highly recommend! Update, I took the class again as a refresher and had even more fun!
Your first ballet class at Salsa Gente -Cuban style Dancing
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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