What Our Students Say About Their Experience with Latin Rhythms... page 2

"...All of our friends know that we've been taking classes and they always commend us on our dancing..."

Well, my main goal was to learn the basics of salsa which I did right away just in my first month with Latin Rhythms. My second goal was to get my boyfriend to become my salsa partner. He comes from a background of dancing pure "Nortenas", so convincing him to take classes was hard....he loves it now!

You always hear about dance studios on the North side of Chicago, so having Latin Rhythms close to home is great. The other best thing about taking lessons at LRDS is that they are taught by dancers in my age group, which makes it less intimidating, and the dancing is more "new" school... its got that modern look, which is great!

I've always loved salsa music and it was always played at my family parties. I never knew the basic steps of salsa so I'd always find myself using the "Cumbia" step. I knew that the right step to move forward and back, but as far as turns and all the other combinations, I had no clue.

As I mentioned before, my boyfriend is all about "Nortenas" so convincing him to learn salsa was tough. I think what helped out was that he knew one of the instructors and he saw how much I really would want to dance it at the clubs. We were always sidelined when salsa music would come on....but not anymore! He enjoys it as much as I do now and its great!

All of our friends know that we've been taking classes and they always commend us on our dancing. My boyfriend and I are looking forward to moving onto Intermediate 2... I can't wait to learn the spins.

Sandra Martinez - Enrolled February 2003

"I just wanted to learn the right way to dance these dances, instead of trying to pick up from someone who knows how to dance, but not how to teach..."

At Latin Rhythm, the classes are only a month long, so you get lots of experience with different instructors, who are all excellent. And, the timetables and choices of classes are great.

Some young girls I go to college with (I'm a returning student) and myself wanted to take Salsa and Merengue lessons and heard from another student that Latin Rhythms was good. We signed up, took our classes and loved it. There's quite a generation gap between us, but we both found what we were looking for. Unfortunately, I've had to take a pause for a while, but I'll be back for sure. I've already recommended the school to others I know, too.

Patricia Paganelli - Enrolled March 2003

"...I thought I knew how to dance, but after attending Basic Salsa I & II, I was totally fooling myself..."

My boyfriend and I danced really bad together and were never in sync. So we decided to take the classes together.

LRDS has a fun atmosphere, the instructors are great, and I like the hours as well as the location. The classes that LRDS offers compliment what the students are learning - step-by-step. I also liked how Sol made things easy and fun.

I thought I knew how to dance, but after attending Basic Salsa I & II, I was totally fooling myself. I learned the basic skills and learned to be lead not to lead. It has improved my dancing skills and I feel comfortable dancing with others. I will be going back as soon as I finish school to take the additional classes.

Tania Lopez - Enrolled September 2002

"They won't get their money's worth at any other school but here, Latin Rhythms..."

When I started to take lessons Sol taught the basic salsa class. And she is the best at describing and explaining how important it is to learn the music. Then I took the advance salsa class with Maricza. In my personal opinion, she is the best teacher and dancer in Chicago and I definitely recommend anybody to take lessons with any instructor at Latin Rhythms... Good job guys!

Luis Guillen - Enrolled since 2001

"The teachers are out there dancing in the clubs and doing performances and really know what’s new and love what they do..."

I feel that I can always improve, though I am always complimented on my ability as a lead. When I observed a couple of the teachers from Latin Rhythms out social dancing, I decided to check out a class. I was impressed at their willingness, enthusiasm, and ability to share what they knew and also; in spite of it being a group class, were able to give ample individual attention.

I have taken other classes all over town and was especially impressed with the classes at Latin Rhythms. I tell people that, despite the somewhat inconvenient location (for north-siders) it is well worth it.

Gary Novit - Enrolled January 2002

"I've taken lessons at other studios and felt the teaching style was inconsistent and the instructors were not approachable..."

My co-worker and I always attend the Latin Festivals and became inspired to learn Salsa once we saw Latin Rhythms perform. I've taken lessons at other studios and felt the teaching style was inconsistent and the instructors were not approachable.

As a dancer, I need that type of support from a studio, where I can learn in an unintimidating environment and feel confident in the technique taught to me. Latin Rhythms has a great atmosphere for learning and improving your skills. As a dancer, technique is important. What you learn will not be rushed and it's a non-intimidating environment.

Victor was our teacher. His teaching style is crisp, relaxed, and professional. My partner and I understood the concept of the "oh's" and " oh no's" to Salsa. I look forward to returning in the Fall. Someday, I wish to perform with a professional Latin dance troupe.

Through their talented instructors and reasonable prices I am motivated to reach my goal.

Erika Jarvis - Enrolled March 2003

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