Elemento Dance Academy

This specialty course focuses on footwork rooted in traditional Dominican Bachata while introducing modern fusion elements. Designed for dancers at Levels 2.5 or 3, it helps build coordination, rhythm, and musicality through body movement and syncopation. You’ll explore timing variations, classic steps, and intricate foot patterns that strengthen your solo dancing.

Level 4 is for seasoned dancers who want to refine their artistry and master advanced social dance techniques. You’ll learn: Advanced level shines, syncopation, isolations, body movement Advanced partnerwork, transitions, and combinations Musical improvisation

Level 3 is for dancers ready to level up their skills and take their social dancing to the next level. You’ll learn: Intermediate level shines, syncopation, isolations, body movement Smoother, more dynamic transitions Intermediate level styling and musical interpretation Faster and more complex partnerwork combination

Level 2.5 bridges beginner/intermediate and intermediate Bachata, giving you more fluidity, confidence, and style. You’ll refine your skills, improve technique, and begin working on more intricate material. You’ll learn: Faster shine sequences and body movement Smoother transitions and Beginner/Advanced partnerwork and turn combinations Enhanced styling for followers Variations on Beginner moves

Level 2 is where your dancing starts to grow and flow. You’ll expand on your basics and begin learning combinations, shines, style, and variety. You’ll learn: Shine combinations and musicality Proper hand technique, styling, connection Beginner level partnerwork and turn patterns Variations of beginner moves to build your social dance repertoire Level 2 is where you start to transform your basics into fluid combinations you can use in any social dance.

Take your very first steps into the world of Bachata with us! Designed for absolute beginners, this level focuses on building a solid foundation so you can dance with confidence. You’ll learn: The basic steps and timing Essential lead and follow techniques Proper dance frame, posture, and etiquette Introductory turn patterns Begin your Bachata journey in a welcoming, supportive environment while mastering the fundamentals.

This class brings together high-level partnerwork, musical interpretation, and advanced technique. Dancers will work on challenging turn patterns, frame control, and lead/follow sensitivity with a special focus on the fast, elegant feel of Mambo On2. You’ll learn performance-ready combinations that emphasize timing, connection, and execution. Mambo Lab Partnerwork is ideal for dancers already comfortable at an intermediate level and looking to develop their social dancing, performance skills, or audition for teams and choreography programs.

Dive deep into the rhythm, styling, and energy of Mambo footwork. This class focuses entirely on solo shines and technique, challenging you with intricate foot patterns, speed drills, and timing variations that improve your control, balance, and musicality. You'll also develop upper body coordination and expression, enhancing your ability to perform confidently whether social dancing or on stage. Mambo Lab Footwork is the perfect space for advanced beginner and intermediate dancers to push their limits and discover their unique flavor in solo movement.

Level 4 is for Advanced dancers who want to refine their artistry and master advanced social dance techniques. You’ll learn: Advanced level shines and body movement Intricate partnerwork, transitions, and turn patterns Advanced spin combinations and styling Musical improvisation

Level 3 is designed for dancers who are confident with beginner level social dancing and ready to take their dancing to the next level. You’ll learn: Intermediate level shines and body movement Multiple spin combinations Faster partnerwork patterns Deeper musical interpretation

Level 2.5 bridges the gap between beginner/intermediate and intermediate dancing. You’ll refine your skills, improve technique, and begin working on more intricate material. You’ll learn: Beginner level shines and body movement Spin combinations Smoother transitions in partnerwork Enhanced styling for followers

This class is designed for dancers transitioning from On1 to On2 or those at a beginner level in Salsa On2. You’ll learn: Shine combinations for On2 timing Proper hand technique, styling, connection Beginner level On2 turn patterns Spin technique Variations of beginner moves to expand your social dance repertoire Level 2 is where you start to transform your basics into fluid combinations you can use in any social dance.

Level 2.5 is where you’ll refine your skills, improve technique, and begin working on more intricate material. You’ll learn: Faster shine sequences Spin combinations Smoother transitions in partnerwork Enhanced styling for followers

Level 2 is where your dancing starts to grow and flow. You’ll expand on your basics and begin learning combinations, shines, style and variety. Level 2 is where you start to transform your basics into fluid combinations you can use in any social dance.

Take your very first steps into the world of Salsa with us! This level is designed for absolute beginners, this level focuses on building a strong foundation so you can dance with confidence. Start your Salsa journey in a fun, supportive environment while mastering the fundamentals of Salsa On1

Each private lesson will cover the more in-depth details that will help you to move to the next level in your Salsa & Bachata dancing. We will fully explain each technique and detect any areas where you may need to improve or need more practice – even the little details will make a big change in your dancing! Depending on your schedule and comfort level, we always recommend that the best way to learn is to take the group classes and combine them with Private Lessons for better results.

Unlimited access to all classes. Monthly subscription renews automatically. All drop-in classes and 4 class packages expire 30 days after sale date. All purchase options are non-refundable & non-transferrable.

1 Hour Class, Access to any class, Total of 8 Hours. All drop-in classes and 4 class packages expire 30 days after sale date. All purchase options are non-refundable & non-transferrable.

1 Hour Class, 4 Week Cycle, Total of 4 Hours. All drop-in classes and 4 class packages expire 30 days after sale date. All purchase options are non-refundable & non-transferrable.

Access to any class. All drop-in classes and 4 class packages expire 30 days after sale date. All purchase options are non-refundable & non-transferrable.

At Elemento Dance Academy we believe in giving your child the highest quality instruction by experts in their field. We provide a positive and empowering environment for your child to learn, grow, and achieve their goals.

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 6 cycles of Level 3 Level 4 is for seasoned dancers who want to refine their artistry and master advanced social dance techniques. You’ll learn: Advanced level shines, syncopation, isolations, body movement Advanced partnerwork, transitions, and combinations Musical improvisation

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 4 cycles of Level 2.5 Level 3 is for dancers ready to level up their skills and take their social dancing to the next level. You’ll learn: Intermediate level shines, syncopation, isolations, body movement Smoother, more dynamic transitions Intermediate level styling and musical interpretation Faster and more complex partnerwork combination

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 3 cycles of Level 2 Level 2.5 bridges beginner/intermediate and intermediate Bachata, giving you more fluidity, confidence, and style. You’ll refine your skills, improve technique, and begin working on more intricate material. You’ll learn: Faster shine sequences and body movement Smoother transitions and Beginner/Advanced partnerwork and turn combinations Enhanced styling for followers Variations on Beginner moves

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of two cycles of Beginner Level 1 or a solid understanding of beginner Bachata fundamentals. Level 2 is where your dancing starts to grow and flow. You’ll expand on your basics and begin learning combinations, shines, style, and variety. You’ll learn: Shine combinations and musicality Proper hand technique, styling, connection Beginner level partnerwork and turn patterns Variations of beginner moves to build your social dance repertoire Level 2 is where you start to transform your basics into fluid combinations you can use in any social dance.

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 4 cycles of Level 2.5 This class brings together high-level partnerwork, musical interpretation, and advanced technique. Dancers will work on challenging turn patterns, frame control, and lead/follow sensitivity with a special focus on the fast, elegant feel of Mambo On2. You’ll learn performance-ready combinations that emphasize timing, connection, and execution. Mambo Lab Partnerwork is ideal for dancers already comfortable at an intermediate level and looking to develop their social dancing, performance skills, or audition for teams and choreography programs.

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 2 cycles of Level 2.5 Dive deep into the rhythm, styling, and energy of Mambo footwork. This class focuses entirely on solo shines and technique, challenging you with intricate foot patterns, speed drills, and timing variations that improve your control, balance, and musicality. You'll also develop upper body coordination and expression, enhancing your ability to perform confidently whether social dancing or on stage. Mambo Lab Footwork is the perfect space for advanced beginner and intermediate dancers to push their limits and discover their unique flavor in solo movement.

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 6 cycles of Level 3 Level 4 is for Advanced dancers who want to refine their artistry and master advanced social dance techniques. You’ll learn: Advanced level shines and body movement Intricate partnerwork, transitions, and turn patterns Advanced spin combinations and styling Musical improvisation

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 4 cycles of Level 2.5 Level 3 is designed for dancers who are confident with beginner level social dancing and ready to take their dancing to the next level. You’ll learn: Intermediate level shines and body movement Multiple spin combinations Faster partnerwork patterns Deeper musical interpretation

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 3 cycles of Level 2 Level 2.5 bridges the gap between beginner/intermediate and intermediate dancing. You’ll refine your skills, improve technique, and begin working on more intricate material. You’ll learn: Beginner level shines and body movement Spin combinations Smoother transitions in partnerwork Enhanced styling for followers

Prerequisite: Completion Beginner ON1 Level 1 and Salsa ON1 Level 2 or a foundational understanding of Salsa On2 timing and fundamentals. This class is designed for dancers transitioning from On1 to On2 or those at a beginner level in Salsa On2. You’ll learn: Shine combinations for On2 timing Proper hand technique, styling, connection Beginner level On2 turn patterns Spin technique Variations of beginner moves to expand your social dance repertoire Level 2 is where you start to transform your basics into fluid combinations you can use in any social dance.

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 3 cycles of Level 2 Level 2.5 is where you’ll refine your skills, improve technique, and begin working on more intricate material. You’ll learn: Faster shine sequences Spin combinations Smoother transitions in partnerwork Enhanced styling for followers

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 2 cycles of Beginner Level 1 or a solid understanding of beginner Salsa On1 fundamentals. Level 2 is where your dancing starts to grow and flow. You’ll expand on your basics and begin learning combinations, shines, style and variety. Level 2 is where you start to transform your basics into fluid combinations you can use in any social dance.

Our specialty classes let you explore a rich variety of related dance styles. Each themed course focuses on a specific genre, technique, or creative project! Cha Cha Cha Pachanga Traditional Bachata Musicality and improvisation Dance Conditioning and Flexibility Performance Challenge And more! These classes add depth, variety, and flavor to enrich your dancing.

Dance Lab- Specialty Course (Themed Class) SUNDAYS 4-5 pm Prerequisite: Intermediate Level 2.5/3 Student Our specialty classes let you explore a rich variety of related dance styles. Each themed course focuses on a specific genre, technique, or creative project! Cha Cha Cha Pachanga Traditional Bachata Musicality and improvisation Dance Conditioning and Flexibility Performance Challenge And more! These classes add depth, variety, and flavor to enrich your dancing.

Salsa Level 1 is for Absolute Beginners. This class is your first step into the exciting world of Salsa On1! Designed for absolute beginners, you'll learn essential footwork, rhythm, timing, and the foundational partnerwork that sets you up for long-term success on the dance floor. You'll start with basic timing and technique and work up to left and right turns, cross-body leads, and connection skills. Our instructors take a supportive, detailed approach to make sure you feel confident in every step. This class builds the core skills you need to enjoy socials and progress into higher levels.

Ladies, it's YOUR time to shine! Join Kiki's Bachata Ladies Styling Progressive Series starting TBD This 4 week journey is all about tapping into your power and learning how to feel confident with your styling on the dance floor!