Salsa Salsa Dance Studio

Wow... just did a Bachata class with Jose and Inna and it was awesome! Both educational and motivational !

Previously wrote a 5-star review of what I consider to be my home studio for over 10 years, and am disappointed that I have to weigh in now. I immediately and eagerly returned as pandemic rules eased, and have been consistently disappointed since. Unfortunately this has nothing to do with the quality of instruction: It's second to none really. It's the front desk staff. Previously the front desk staff were patient and helpful. Now they are bullying, unhelpful, and dismissive. They consistently treat me like a criminal, like I'm trying to rip them off for free dance classes. I expect to get paid for my work, and expect to pay for services received, but sometimes I need to know why I'm being asked to pay again when I already did so. It's like the "Soup Nazi" from Seinfeld: If a product or service is good enough one doesn't have to be polite or can be downright rude. My attendance has declined sharply because I use dance for recreation, socializing, exercise, and fun. If I'm made to feel unwelcome there are so many other places I can go to get the exact same thing and not have to go through the disrespect. Just not worth it.

****EDIT****
I am revising this post for the following reasons:
1) This review is getting a lot of traction, and I DON'T want to give the wrong idea; You can't throw out the baby with the bath water. Since my post-pandemic return I've had some less than pleasant interactions with new staff, the which of like I have never experienced before. This was unsettling for me, and made me anxious every time I attended. Dance is my outlet, a space where I look to recover and decompress, and I cannot accept feeling any less.

2) This school really cares about their clientele; you will note the owner himself responded to this post, and the manager, Cindy, approached me in person to find out if it was she who was rude to me (it was not: Cindy has always been nothing but respectful, kind, and friendly to me). She was also interested in knowing who made me uncomfortable or unhappy. Most successful businesses are not particularly interested in one unhappy customer. This studio is one of the best in New York, and have new clientele everyday- losing 1 will have zero impact on their bottom line. But these people care.
3. The dance instruction here is superb. The instructors are epic, and your dance is guaranteed to go next-level. They will get you to goal, whether to be a proficient social dancer, performer, or even teacher.
So, although I was going to amend this review to 4-stars, I'm going back to 5, because I believe in & support this business.

Such a fun class with great instructors! Never danced salsa before, and was mad nervous taking the first class but Jason and Madeline made it so comfortable and fun...and funny! And now I sort of can't stop 1-2-3, 5-6-7...who woulda known! I even somehow got myself to walk here on a rainy, thunderstorm Sunday for class. All to say, EXCELLENT studio -- highly, *highly* recommend

I can't say enough good things about this place.

I'm visiting NY for the weekend and decided to check out a class here. I accidentally attended an intermediate class when I meant to go to the beginner class. They let me sit in and watch the intermediate class before starting the beginner class. Everyone was very nice and the instructor was great. He knows so much about salsa, but always does a great job of walking the class through each move. Also, it's only $20 for a two hour class. Much better prices compared to the studios in Manhattan. I'll definitely be back here next time I'm in NY!

Such a fun place. The staff is very talented, professional and nice. You will learn a lot. It's very clean too. I can't wait to return.

I hadn't danced Salsa in a long time, and by a long time I mean years, so I decided to check out this studio for their Thursday beginners salsa class 8:30-10 PM, and I had a blast!

I actually got there late, and it was quite easy to catch up since the instructors repeated the steps several times. Even though, the class was pretty packed, they would intermittently have students swap rows to be up front and center with the instructors.

Not to mention, there are intermediate/advance Salsa students, who attend the beginner classes for practice and they are quick to help you out if you mess up a step or two or give you tips on your technique. To say the least, I had fun. Now all I need is some actual dance shoes. I will definitely be returning!!!

I have been taking salsa classes at Salsa Salsa Dance Studio studio since September. I wouldn't necessarily describe myself as a person with "two left feet" as dancing has been a passion of mine ever since I could put one foot in front of the other, however, I'd never taken Salsa before and wondered how I'd fare. Three months in and I'm spinning, whirling, twirling, styling and jiving at the socials and weekly events.

It's addicting.

Salsa Salsa has become a second home, an extended family and the highlight of my week. I just can't get enough. If you're looking for a studio where the people are passionate, approachable and exceptional at teaching you to dance, then Salsa Salsa Dance Studio is your place. It's definitely mine!

Best place for latin dances! A place where you can learn not only basic steps but also musicality, body movement, footwork, isolations.
Jose the best bachata instructor

I LOVE THIS DANCE STUDIO!!! I've gone to their socials in Willoughby and I loved it - so decided to come take a class. I moved out of Astoria to NJ and literally drove my butt one hour and a half hours to come here and I don't regret a thing. If you're in the area definitely check this place out. Their prices are cheaper than most + the quality of the class is superb. The teachers have patience and the students were all pretty cool/down to earth. I love that they have a list of moves at the top and each week you go through each one. Shout out to Joseph Medina - the teacher I took the class with!

I started taking lessons at this studio about two years ago. As of now, it is one of the best decisions I ever made.

I like to take new risks, and try to expand out of my comfort zone. Something came over me to try dancing. I took my first classes here with the founders of the studio, Marcus and Jose, who have taught me so much, and who do so much for the community. Just like someone mentioned in a previous post, you will eventually gain multiple cousins! The people here do come from all walks of life, and they all enjoy dancing.

I highly recommend this as a place if you want to get started.