Welcome to OC Salsa! 💃
New Student Welcome Guide
Whether you’ve never danced before or it’s been a while, we’re excited to welcome you to the OC Salsa family! This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to make the most of your dance journey with us.
🌟 What to Expect at Your First Class
✅ 1. Warm-Up Dance
Every class begins with a fun warm-up!
Your instructor will be in front leading steps to music while everyone follows along.
Don’t worry if you don’t know the steps — just do your best and have fun. The goal is to loosen up and get in the groove!
✅ 2. Class Split: Beginners 1, Beginners 2 & Intermediates
After the warm-up, the class is divided into three groups based on level:
- Beginners 1
- Beginners 2
- Intermediates
👣 How Beginner Classes Work
Each beginner class begins with:
- Basic Step
- How to Dance to the Music
- How to Lead or Follow
Then you’ll learn a short sequence of steps. Each class, we:
- Review the basic steps and last week’s moves
- Add new moves to expand your skills
Over just a few classes, you’ll be familiar with basic combinations you can actually use on the dance floor!
🎯 Advancing to the Next Level
Once you feel comfortable with the basics, you can request an evaluation to move up to the next level.
👉 For more information about evaluations, go to:
www.estebanconde.com/eval
📚 How OC Salsa is Different
✅ Official Syllabus for Each Dance
We offer a clear and structured learning path with full syllabi for:
- Salsa: www.estebanconde.com/salsa-syllabus
- Bachata: www.estebanconde.com/bachata-syllabus
- Cumbia: www.estebanconde.com/cumbia-syllabus
These show exactly what you’ll learn at each level, so you always know where you’re at and what’s next.
✅ FREE Online Video Library
We offer free access to videos that cover the same material you’re learning in class — so you can review and practice at home.
🎥 Access videos at:
www.estebanconde.com
✅ Weekly Classes Across Orange County
We offer dance classes Monday through Friday at multiple locations.
📅 Check the full class schedule at:
www.estebanconde.com/calendar
✅ Practice & Social Events
Put your moves to use at our fun and friendly social dance nights on Fridays & Wednesdays, where you can dance, meet new people, and grow in confidence.
💃 Learn more about Fridays at: www.estebanconde.com/fridays
💃 Learn more about Wednesdays at: www.estebanconde.com/cafesevilla
🙌 Final Tips for New Dancers
- Don’t worry about being perfect — progress comes with practice!
- Wear comfortable shoes that let you pivot (smooth soles are best).
- No partner? No problem! We rotate partners so everyone dances.
- Everyone learns at their own pace — relax, enjoy, and stay consistent.
💸 Best Way to Save: Become a Member!
If you plan to come to class more than once a week, the monthly membership is the best value!
🎟️ Get unlimited access to classes and save big while staying consistent.
Sign up or learn more at:
www.estebanconde.com/members
💬 Got Questions or Want to Learn More?
Visit our website:
www.estebanconde.com
or text us at 949-813-0412
Welcome to OC Salsa — where we dance, grow, and connect.
We’re excited to have you as part of our community!