Pasión Project - Dance studio in Key West, Florida
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Pasión Project

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1202 Simonton Street

Key West, Florida 33040

5 programs

About Pasión Project

Pasión Project, nestled in the vibrant community of Key West, Florida, is a dynamic dance studio dedicated to fostering a love for movement and artistic expression. Established by seasoned performer Pamela Stephenson Connolly, known for her work on Saturday Night Live and Strictly Come Dancing, the studio offers a state-of-the-art dance space and serves as the rehearsal and costuming hub for the Key West International Dance Company, which has garnered accolades for its performances in the Fantasy Fest Parade. Currently on summer hiatus, classes resume in October at their temporary location, 1204 White Street. Under the esteemed guidance of Director of Dance Instruction Romina Hidalgo, a celebrated Lambada dancer, and Master Braz Dos Santos, a world-renowned figure in Brazilian dance, Pasión Project boasts a rich curriculum and international faculty. Instructors include Carlos da Silva, specializing in Latin and Brazilian dances, and Catu Cardozo, who brings expertise in Latin, Brazilian, and Urban dances, alongside foundational Ballet and Contemporary Jazz, and Ballroom styles such as Samba de Gafieira, Lambada, Zouk, and Bolero. JuJu leads instruction for Bellydancing and Reggaeton, bringing her European and Dominican Republic training to her energetic classes. Students can explore a diverse array of dance styles including Salsa, Bachata, Lambada, Urban styles (blending reggaeton, afro-beats, reggae dance hall), Bellydance, Samba no Pé, Samba de Gafieira, Cha Cha, Axé, Forró, and more. Classes emphasize styling, body movement, musicality, and optional heels work, providing opportunities for dancers of all levels to connect with music and movement in a supportive environment. Pasión Project is committed to training students, building community, and contributing significantly to Key West's cultural fabric, making dance accessible and vital.

Programs from Pasión Project

5 programs available

Classes

Salsa + Bachata

Salsa is a fiery and energetic partner dance that blends Afro-Cuban rhythms with Latin flair. Known for its quick footwork, playful turns, and vibrant body movement, salsa is all about connection, musicality, and joy. It’s the perfect mix of passion and precision—inviting dancers of all levels to feel the beat and let loose. Bachata is a romantic and sensual dance originating from the Dominican Republic, characterized by its smooth hip movements and close partner connection. The music’s gentle guitar melodies and heartfelt lyrics set the mood for fluid steps and graceful turns. In this class we’ll do solo and partner work using both styles!

Bellydance

Bellydance comes from the Middle Eastern countries, particularly Egypt, and is mainly danced by women, combining sensuality, elegance and emotion. It benefits both the body and mind. With this dance class we will journey together to explore the different styles, rhythms, steps and techniques of this legendary dance.

Lambada

Lambada is a fun, sensual, and high-energy partner dance that originated in Brazil. Known for its fluid body movements, close connection, and tropical rhythms, Lambada blends elements of Afro-Brazilian dances with Caribbean flavor and Brazilian heat. In this class, you’ll explore the basics of Lambada technique and musicality, develop body awareness, connection, and flow, learn playful and expressive movements, and feel the joy of dancing in a vibrant and supportive environment.

Urban Dance

A group class where we mix into the choreography reggaton, afro-beats and reggae dance hall steps with modern reggaton hit music. Intense cardio, wear comfortable clothes and shoes. It combines body isolations, body waves, shoulder pops, jumps and more. We will learn different steps to do a flow choreography during each class! Stay tuned for group performances.

Styling and Technique for Latin Dance

This is a dynamic technique-based class, blending the vibrant energies of Latin and Brazilian dance. Each week, we’ll train through structured exercises and short choreographic sequences, focusing on styling, technique, body movement, flow, musicality, and optional heels work. We’ll explore a rich variety of styles including Salsa, Samba no Pé, Samba de Gafieira, Cha Cha, Bachata, Lambada, Axé, Forró—and more!


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Call Pasión Project at (305) 504-3836 or visit https://pasionproject.com/.

What city is Pasión Project in?

Pasión Project is in Key West, Florida.

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Pasión Project's phone number is (305) 504-3836.