Salsa is normally a partner dance, though there are recognized solo forms, line dancing (suelta) and group dancing (casino rueda) where groups of couples exchange partners in a circle. Salsa can be performed with a set routine, or improvised. There are a variety of popular salsa styles including but not limited to New York ("mambo"), Cuban, Las Angeles, Cali Salsa and more.
The Ballroom Dance Company offers Group Classes in salsa and casino rueda every week, often many nights of the week. Call (503)639-4861 for dates on classes starting soon.
For people who are shy, only want to dance with their instructor or partner, or who otherwise just want to become a better dancer, we offer Private Lessons 7 days a week. To take a private lesson, you call ahead of time to book a specific date and time, just like you would for a haircut appointment. Show up a few minutes early to sign in and pay at the front desk.
We host public salsa dance parties the 2nd Saturday of each month. DJ Rene Nunez spins a blazing mix of salsa, bachata, rumba, samba, merengue, cha cha and more. $8 admission includes an 8-8:30pm lesson. We also play salsa music in our Sunday night Dances every week, intermixed with a wide variety of ballroom and swing music.
The Ballroom Dance Company offers excellent instruction at low prices, in an elegant ballroom environment. Get some exercise, learn a new skill, meet new people, bring a date, come solo....you're sure to have fun! No partner is required. Hopefully we will see you soon!
To ask questions or schedule your private lesson
call us today at (503) 639 - 4861.