MONTHLY SCHEDULE
@ Ripley Grier Studios 305 W 38TH STREET
How To Start: New Students to any dance style should start with classes labeled “Fundamentals” or “Bootcamp.” These classes are progressive and new students are only allowed during the first two weeks of the cycle.
Continuing students or students looking to enhance their Salsa or Bachata who have taken beginner or fundamental classes before, can register for Level 1 and higher classes.
CURRENT CYCLE: MARCH 4 - MARCH 26
NEXT CYCLE: APRIL 1 - APRIL 23
SPRING BREAK APRIL 28 - MAY 2
PACKAGES AND MEMBERSHIPS
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4 Classes / One Course - $94
1 class per week for 4 weeks
Choose one style of dance and attend at the same time each week during the monthly cycle.
Missed classes should be made up during the same cycle.
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8 Classes / Two Courses - $145
2 classes a week for 4 weeks
Choose two styles of dance and attend at the same time each week during the monthly cycle.
Missed classes should be made up during the same cycle.
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12 classes / Three Courses - $180
3 hours a week for 4 weeks
Choose three styles of dance and attend at the same time each week during the monthly cycle.
Missed classes should be made up during the same cycle.
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Single Class / Drop In $27
Good for one single class at a single specific time and date. Can schedule/ select class after purchase.
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Monthly Unlimited $175
3- Month Minimum, Auto Renew
Activates upon purchase.
Unlimited classes in Manhattan for 30 days. Automatically renews every 30 days. Minimum 3-month commitment, converts to monthly after at the same rate.
$5 off Somos Latin Dance Retail and Workshops. Free Practice Parties.
Group Class Notes and Policies:
Registration in advance is required to attend progressive classes. You can arrive 15 minutes before the first class of the cycle to register if the class is not full.
Once you purchase your package you can schedule your classes for the cycle.
Please note that packages are good for the month that you purchase them for and cannot rollover to a following month.
Group class packages cannot be shared with someone else. Each package is per person.
Two-course packages are suitable for one person and cannot be shared with someone else.
Unlimited Packages will continue to be charged after the three-month minimum. After the initial commitment, students are able to go into their account to turn off the auto renewal.
Arrival Policies: Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the class starts to check-in. Instructors will stop mid-way through the class to confirm attendance.
We do not offer refunds. Please contact us in case you experience any situation that prevents you from attending class after you register.
For additional questions, reach out to info@somoslatindance.com
CLASS LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS
FUNDAMENTALS (Yellow)
Start from the beginning! A great way to introduce yourself to a latin dance style. Any course with the term “Fundamental” is an introduction to that dance style. Instructors will cover foot position, timing, lead/follow and arm coordination to get you started on the dance floor.
Recommended to take this level for a minimum of 2 months, take series A and B. Each series is a course and each course is four weeks long. Repeat each level until you are able to demonstrate patterns with proficiency
OPEN LEVEL (Green)
These classes will go to the level of the attendees of the class but usually will be more challenging than a Beginner or Fundamentals class. Attendees are advised to have taken some form of dance class in the past even if it was not in the same style you signed up for at Somos Latin Dance.
LEVEL 1 (Purple)
If you've taken our fundamental course, Level 1 classes are now a good fit for you. In this course, we start to have more fun with footwork, partner work, and musicality! Classes will consist of using your fundamentals to create patterns of movements that will start to focus on building a connection to the music.
Recommended to take this level for a minimum of 3 months. Each course is four weeks long. Repeat each level until you can demonstrate patterns with proficiency
LEVEL 2 (Blue)
If you’ve mastered your fundamentals, feel more comfortable using the basics, have also taken Level 1 classes, and have a better understanding of the music, level 2 is a great next step for you. Here you start to enhance your understanding of your partnerwork and level it up with a faster pace and back-to-back turn patterns with little to no basics in between.
Each course is four weeks long. Repeat each level until you can demonstrate patterns with proficiency
WORKSHOPS
Workshops are specifically designed to break down or have a more in-depth approach to the technique of a dance style.
These are usually not progressive and will aim to enhance your understanding of a specific area of the dance style.
DANCE STYLE
DESCRIPTIONS
We are highly committed to our students having a great learning experience. It may take a little patience to make sure you learn the basics in each of the dances you chose before advancing to higher level classes but it will be worth it!
SALSA ON 2
Salsa on 2, also known as "New York Style" salsa, is a vibrant and dynamic dance style that originated in the streets of New York City. Discover the art of seamless partner connections, where you'll communicate not just through touch but through shared rhythms and emotions. Unleash your individuality as you spin, shine, and weave intricate footwork patterns, making the dance uniquely yours. Salsa on 2 is a fusion of cultures, an expression of joy, and a journey that promises to be as exciting as the city that birthed it.
Latin Hustle
A dance style that emerged in the 1970s in New York City. It's a fusion dance that combines elements of salsa, mambo, and disco dance. Latin hustle incorporates fast footwork, spins, and partner work, often set to Latin music with a disco beat.
Throughout the late 1970s, even though Hustle was still taught in many different forms (4-count Hustle, the Latin or Rope Hustle) by dance studios, the most exciting form was done by NYC club dancers and competitors who performed the 3-count count Hustle (&-1-2-3.). The NYC Hustle dancers from the ‘70s paved the way for the rest of the Hustle community across the U.S. As it continued to evolve, Hustle began to borrow from other dance styles including smooth ballroom, from which it took traveling movements and pivots and other partner dance forms such as swing and the Latin rhythm dances.
Today, Latin Hustle is danced to a wide variety of music and often incorporates elements of other dance styles and various forms of street dance. It's common to see a fusion of different movements and techniques, reflecting the evolving nature of dance and the creativity of dancers.
BACHATA
Originating in the heart of the Dominican Republic, this dance form exudes an irresistible blend of sensuality and storytelling. With its intimate connection between partners and intricate footwork, Bachata transports you to a place where music and movement intertwine, creating a dialogue of passion and expression. As you sway to the melodic tunes and embrace the art of leading and following, you'll discover the joy of sharing a genuine connection through dance.
MERENGUE
Merengue, a lively and exhilarating dance style hailing from the Dominican Republic, is a perfect choice for anyone eager to embrace the world of Latin dance. With its infectious rhythm and straightforward steps, merengue offers a fantastic entry point for beginners looking to dip their toes into the realm of dance. You'll be swept up in the music's energetic beats, forming connections with your partner and fellow dancers through the shared excitement of this rhythmic journey.
FAQs
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We ask students to wear clothes that allow them to be comfortable and shoes with smooth soles for easy maneuvering of the dance steps.
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Learning to dance has a varied timeline for each individual. It’s a new skill that requires practice aside from your regularly scheduled class time. Our approach hopes to have you dancing at least the fundamentals after the first two months. Will you be dancing it well? Well, that’s definitely up to you!
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Since the classes are progressive each month, your registration covers the classes for that month and the style that you register for. At this time we do not offer replacement classes but reach out to info@somoslatindance.com and tell us your situation; we can see if we can offer an alternative solution.
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No partner is necessary to participate in our classes. Once we reach our partner work instruction, we separate our followers from our leaders and then rotate the leaders so that everyone has a chance to dance with someone.
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At this time, masks are not required in the class but you can wear them if you feel more comfortable. Sanitizers are provided and bathrooms are available for hand washing. Please wash your hands before entering the class.