LA Salsa and Bachata Dance Academy

Professional Salsa training and choreography for on-screen performances, commercials, and entertainment productions. Get camera-ready with expert guidance.

Celebrate cultural pride with Salsa performances, workshops, and community events honoring the rich traditions of Latin dance and music.

Make your big day unforgettable with a custom Salsa routine for your teen. Ensure a memorable celebration with a personalized dance.

Wow your guests with a Salsa-inspired first dance that’s full of passion and flair. Learn a custom routine for your special day.

Practice your moves in a fun, low-pressure environment where students come together to dance and connect. Great for practicing what you learn.

One-on-one training tailored to your pace and goals. Perfect for fast progress and personal feedback, offering benefits of a private lesson in real time.

Meet new people, have fun, and master the fundamentals in a lively, welcoming environment. Learn steps and step into a culture deeply rooted in the heart of LA.

Fun, empowering, and rooted in solid foundations that make you feel like a dancer from day one, taught with expert technique, patience, and infectious energy.

Short, sweet, unforgettable routines designed for memorable moments during celebrations, including father-daughter and mother-son dances, and synchronized wedding party entrances.

Old-Hollywood elegance for ballrooms and garden venues. Floaty, gliding steps pair perfectly with formal attire and long trains. Many couples choose a hybrid first dance: graceful intro → one repeatable travel pattern → soft dip or cuddle turn for a polished finish.

Slow, romantic, and highly beginner-friendly. A natural sway, a gentle turn, and a close connection create a timeless, intimate first dance that photographs beautifully.

Upbeat, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for rooftop or city venues. Expect crisp turns, compact patterns, and a confident “picture pose” that your photographer will love.

Her salsa and bachata classes are known for being fun, empowering, and rooted in solid foundations that make you feel like a dancer from day one.

Los Angeles is famous for On1 —a crisp, linear approach where you “break” on count 1 (1-2-3 / 5-6-7). The hits in the music line up with your steps, so timing feels intuitive early on. You’ll dance in a slot , keep turns compact, and look clean on crowded floors—perfect for LA’s studio socials and lounge nights.

Salsa classes in Los Angeles aren’t about proving anything; they’re about moving, laughing through a missed step, and feeling that tiny spark when the music and your feet finally agree.

Salsa and bachata lessons start from scratch. You don’t need rhythm, fancy shoes, or prior training. Just bring your curiosity and willingness to learn. Your instructors will guide you step by step, starting from the very basics. This is a social dance.

Salsa and bachata lessons start from scratch. You don’t need rhythm, fancy shoes, or prior training. Just bring your curiosity and willingness to learn. Your instructors will guide you step by step, starting from the very basics. This is a social dance.

In addition to private lessons, LA Salsa & Bachata Dance Academy also offers fun weekly group classes that are perfect for meeting new people, sharing the joy of dance, and learning in a social setting. Group classes are a fantastic way to stay active, make new friends, and practice your moves in a supportive community environment.

She offers a wide variety of dance lessons beyond just salsa and bachata. She can teach you a range of dance styles, from tango and ballroom to swing! No matter your interest, we have something for everyone.

She offers a wide variety of dance lessons beyond just salsa and bachata. She can teach you a range of dance styles, from tango and ballroom to swing! No matter your interest, we have something for everyone.

Alexis specializes in Salsa On1 (LA-style), Salsa On2 (NY-style), and Bachata (Dominican, modern, and sensual fusion). She can customize your lesson plan depending on your preferred style, skill level, and goals.

Alexis specializes in Salsa On1 (LA-style), Salsa On2 (NY-style), and Bachata (Dominican, modern, and sensual fusion). She can customize your lesson plan depending on your preferred style, skill level, and goals.

Alexis specializes in Salsa On1 (LA-style), Salsa On2 (NY-style), and Bachata (Dominican, modern, and sensual fusion). She can customize your lesson plan depending on your preferred style, skill level, and goals.

Alexis' clear, patient teaching style and passion for dance create a welcoming space for all levels. Leave each class feeling confident and inspired!

With over 50 glowing reviews, her teaching style has made first dances feel effortless, confident, and unforgettable!

If you’re starting late and wanting a little extra support, we offer an optional introductory private lesson to help you catch up and feel confident. This is a one-time offer and it's worth it.

LA Salsa & Bachata Dance Academy is offering private dance lessons tailored to your individual needs. Whether you're a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or an experienced dancer aiming to refine your techniques, our private lessons provide the perfect setting for personalized learning.

Whether you're learning salsa, bachata, or both, we’re thrilled to have you join our dance family! To help you feel confident and prepared, here’s your quick guide to getting started.

Whether you're learning salsa, bachata, or both, we’re thrilled to have you join our dance family! To help you feel confident and prepared, here’s your quick guide to getting started.

Level Up Your Dance with Our Bachata 2 + Styling Program. Take your bachata to new heights with our Bachata 2 + Styling classes—crafted for intermediate and advanced dancers ready to refine their technique, enhance body movement, and elevate their styling with confidence. This program combines structure, musicality, and creativity to help you dance with greater ease, control, and expression.

Level Up with Our Bachata 2 + Styling Program. Take your bachata to the next level with our Bachata 2 + Styling classes—designed for intermediate and advanced dancers who want to refine their technique, body movement, and styling while feeling confident on the dance floor. This program blends structure, musicality, and creativity so you can dance with greater ease and expression.

Learn the fundamentals of Salsa in a welcoming environment. This class focuses on teaching the correct way from the beginning.

Master Salsa Quickly with Our Salsa 1+ with Styling Program. Step into salsa dancing with confidence and flair! Our Salsa 1+ with Styling program is built to help you learn fast while having fun in a welcoming, supportive space.

Learn Bachata Quickly with Our Bachata 1 + Styling Program. Experience how fun and effortless learning bachata can be in our welcoming and supportive Bachata 1 + Styling classes. Whether you’re brand new to dance or already have some experience, this progressive program helps you build solid fundamentals while developing confidence, musicality, and personal style from day one.

Learn Bachata Fast with Our Bachata 1 + Styling Program. Discover how fun and easy it can be to learn bachata in our welcoming and supportive Bachata 1 + Styling classes. Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or already have some experience, our progressive program will help you build strong fundamentals while adding style and confidence from the very beginning.

Learn the fundamentals of Salsa in a welcoming environment. This class focuses on teaching the correct way from the beginning.

Learn Salsa Fast with Our Salsa 1+ with Styling Program. Step into the world of salsa with confidence! Our Salsa 1+ with Styling classes are designed to help you learn quickly while having fun in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re taking your very first salsa class or already have some dance experience, our progressive program gives you the tools to grow at your own pace.

Learn the fundamentals of Salsa in a welcoming environment. This class focuses on teaching the correct way from the beginning.

Learn combinations with quick changes of direction and prepare for a challenge in this intermediate Salsa class. Builds on foundational techniques.

Elevate Your Dance with Our Salsa 2 + Styling Program. Ready to take your salsa to the next level? Our Salsa 2 + Styling program is designed for intermediate and advanced dancers who want to refine technique, enhance styling, and gain the confidence to command the dance floor.

Take Your Dancing Higher with Our Salsa 2 + Styling Program. Ready to elevate your salsa skills? Our Salsa 2 + Styling classes are designed to help intermediate and advanced dancers refine their technique, sharpen their styling, and gain the confidence to own the dance floor. This progressive program emphasizes precision, musicality, and body movement so you can dance with greater ease and expression.

Learn the fundamentals of Salsa in a welcoming environment. This class focuses on teaching the correct way from the beginning.

Dive deeper into technique, musicality, styling, and partner work with intensive Salsa workshops designed to boost your skills in a focused, exciting environment.

Discover your rhythm, meet amazing people, and light up the dance floor with confidence — right here in LA. These dance workshops are special one-time or short-term sessions designed to deep dive into specific techniques or themes that most weekly classes don’t cover.

Discover your rhythm, meet amazing people, and light up the dance floor with confidence — right here in LA. These dance workshops are special one-time or short-term sessions designed to deep dive into specific techniques or themes that most weekly classes don’t cover.