3/17 UPDATE FOR ADVANCE SALSA TRAINING FOR INTERMEDIATE DANCERS. PLEASE READ BELLOW WITH THE LIST OF NAMES OF STUDENTS WHO MADE IT TO THE ADVANCE SALSA TRAINING TEAM. FOR THOSE WHO REGISTERED AND ARE COMING TOM TRYOUT THURS 3/23 DON'T FORGET:
1) Show up at 6:45pm for registration and check in. You will get a number assigned to your name. 2) Please wear active wear and flat dance shoes (jazz or valet dance shoes). Bring water. 3) After tryout out date you will receive a text with the list of the students who will be part of the training. Please understand that no everyone will be able to join. However a new training course will start again in mid August. Along with the list, there will be a link for all students to sign up and pay for the monthly program. This needs to be done prior to coming to next practice session. 4) Please text me if you have any question. Thank you! Esteban
WHEN: Thursdays 7pm-9pm Starting 3/16 2023 & 3/23 2023 (2 free tryout dates, must qualify and sign up, please read bellow)
WHO: All Intermediate Level Social Dancers wishing to improve and become advanced dancers. Directed by OC Salsa instructor Xiu Nguyen from OC Salsa.
LENGTH: Season will End first or second week of July 2023. There will be an optional students showcase at OC salsa Saturday (date to be determined) . Once enrollment ends no new students will be allowed to join until next season (Mid August 2023)
COST: $129 Monthly. Advanced Training Students can attend all Salsa Bachata Classes, Wed & Sat Parties ad Bootcamps FREE. Students can only try out one date.
LOCATION: 2980 Mcclintock way, Costa Mesa at Danscene Dance Studio
OC Salsa is Dance School located in the City of Costa Mesa that teaches Salsa & Bachata. It was funded under the principle of bringing people together, providing the best possible dance instruction & adding the most fun into the students every day lives.
No partner needed. The majority of students come by themselves so we partner students up at class. No Appointment Needed, just come in 10 minutes prior to any class to check in. Tues, Thurs & Sat classes are at Danscene Dance Studio, 2980 Mcclintock Way, Costa Mesa. Wed and Monthly Bootcamps are at Cafe Sevilla 1870 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa.
OC Salsa has been making people happy & dancing in the area of Costa Mesa, Orange County, CA for over 12 years and counting.
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WHO QUALIFIES FOR TRYOUT: Intermediate Salsa Dancers with social dance experience, who can comfortable lead and follow double turns, stay on beat to the music constantly (on1), have a solid lead and follow technique, they keep the line and slot, and who currently feel comfortable on the dance.
If you are interested and qualify based in the requirements, please sign up for the trial first day. Send your name phone number & email with the instructor/front desk, email piluso69@gmail.com by Texting 949-836-1596 Tittle “ADVANCE TRAINING” . LIMITED SPOTS. You will be assigned a day to come to the trial training to be either Thursday 3/16 or Thursday 3/23 at 7pm. Please show up at 6:45pm to check in. We start every practice on time.
To maintain the level and quality of training , only students that qualify will be part of the training program. Not everyone who tryout will qualify for the advance training. However new training season will start once every 5 months shmpiuld students wish to prepare and come to our next season.
IF SIGNING UP FOR TRAY OUT 1ST) BE SURE YOU QUALIFY FOR IT AND 2ND) SHOW TO THE ASSIGNED DATE AND TIME. THERE ARE LIMITED SPOTS SO YOU NOT SHOWING UP WILL TAKE AWAY A SPOT FOR SOMEONE ELSE. THANK YOU!
FIRST DAY: The first day of training will be a regular practice day for students to see how the class training will be conducted. That day students will also receive information of what will be covered through the program (drills, techniques, goals, format, etc) . Students will meet the instructor, meet each other and start learning the drills and moves that will regularly be done at every class while learning new moves/styling & shines. At this first and second session students are being evaluated to see if they qualify for the level of this advance training class. All students will be let know if they made the training team at the end of the first session.
Students who are selected will be sent a text with a link the next day to register for the course. You will have then 24 hours to register (that requires the payment of the month).
GOALS: To get intermediate dancers confidence and tools to become advance social salsa dancers through learning new challenging moves like triple and multiple spins, solo spins, barrel turns, variations, body movement, rhythm & musicality, shines, styling while perfecting and improving their lead and follow techniques. Also promoting camaraderie, closeness within the same group and friendship.
NOTE: This is not a performance showcase team. No costumes needed. This is 100% Social Dancing. There will be a Dance Exhibition (optional ) at OC Salsa Saturday Social at the end of the Season
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: This program will open up once every 4-5 Months so students from Intermediate Salsa Level can join in once they are ready. Student whop are selected to be part of the program will receive a detailed course syllabus of will be covered over the course of the training. Please bring active wear and soft sole dance shoes.
PLEASE CHEKC BACK TO THIS PAGE OFTEN AS NEW PROGRAM DETAILS ARE BEING UPDATED REGULARLY.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WHO MADE OUR ADVANCE TRAINING – IMPORTANT: IF YOUR NAME IS ON THE LIST YOU NEED TO SIGN UP AT ESTEBANCONDE.COM/MEMBERS PORTAL before Tues 3/21 To register for the Advance Program. All classes, bootcamps and socials by OC Salsa included for ADVANCE TEAM MEMBERS.
Nguyen Pham
Mansi Bakori
Kevin Vasyunin
Alex Barhost
Amanda Ames
Patricia Rodriguez
Randy Rodriguez
Mika Wilson
Kaine Fini
Alejo Chavez
Rose Nguyen
Robert Natzel
Ester Tecuanapa
Bernize Sanchez
Araceli Sevilla
Anthony Juels
Salvador Sánchez
Zachery Flores
Micaela Jiménez
Andrew Hathaway
Tracy Barillas
Jaide Stoddart
Maria Ruiz
Siamak M
Thelmy Chimal
Bernabe Hernández
Dahlia Cargay
Noelle Somoano
Yona Nicolau
Paul Lujan
Dhaval Shah
No special shoes or clothes required. Just the desire to learn and have fun.
Coming by yourself? No problem. 99% of our students come on their own. We partner students up at class.
We specialize in students with zero experience. Every dance class starts with a warm up, then we covers the basic dance steps and moves for Salsa & Bachata dancing over the course of 1 hour. The classes moves at a pace that is designed specifically for beginner to learn efficiently. We teach with a proven method of 10 b beginner steps and 10 intermediate steps (Salsa and or Bachata) that guarantees the student will learn how to dance. Part of our classes format is non stop practice dance after class where you apply what you learn with other students. Check out the steps (along with videos
No special shoes or clothes required. Just the desire to learn and have fun.
XIU NGUYEN SOCIAL DANCING VIDEOS
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“OC Salsa has given me the chance not just to learn how to dance but also to meet great people! Esteban provides an amazing family environment. I’m happy to bring my young daughter to class because I know she learns positive things in a healthy environment! OC Salsa provides me with opportunities to have fun as I’m safe! Many of the people I have met through OC Salsa have become life lasting friends! I have to say that, at OC Salsa, I always feel welcomed.”
Ana D.Tustin, CA★ ★ ★ ★ ★
” I have taken beginner group salsa classes from Esteban. He accommodates the newbie (never danced before), beginner and intermediate levels. Great Instructor – learned a lot and had a lot of fun! There are many people to dance with so don’t worry not having a partner.”
Candace I.Mission Viejo, CA★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“It was a great place for beginning salsa learner like myself. Esteban introduced himself and Heather taught my beginner class. She was more than patient with all of us and had a great energy about her. Definitely coming back for more lessons!”
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the cost to join a salsa / bachata class?
Each group class cost is $20. We offer discounted 10 classes punch cards for $149 online or at the door OR PRE PAID HERE CLICK HERE . We also offer all inclusive classes and parties for $129 Monthly CLICK HERE FOR INFO. For private Dance Lessons, which are one one one fast track learning with a professional instructor, the classes are 55 minutes and the price is good for one or two people (couples): $99 per lesson. We offer discounts for packages. Packages can be paid in payments: 10 for $890 ($89 a lesson) and 20 for $1580 ($79 a lesson).
Call us for more information 949-813-0412
Where are you located?
We are located at 2980 Mcclintock way, # a and b, Costa Mesa, right off the 405 Freeway, close to OCC and the Orange County Fairgrounds. The main cross streets are Baker and Fairview. We are located right behind Jack in the Box.
Do I need a partner?
No you don’t, 98% of our students come without one. For group classes, we partner them up there and we rotate everyone so you get to dance and meet many people. For private lessons you will be dancing and learning directly from the instructor, or dancing with your partner if you bring one.
Do i need special shoes or clothing?
No, you don’t. Many people come from work, or the gym. Just bring comfortable clothing that you feel like you can move and feel relaxed. No need to dress yourself up. For shoes we suggest fitted shoes (no sandals) and shoes that you can slide on wood floor and be comfortable dancing on. We recommend to invest in Salsa Dance Shoes as you get more into dancing and our classes. They are designed for dancing and to be comfy and on your feet for long periods of time.
How long does it take to learn how to dance?
Although this varies from student to student, the average takes about a month to grasp the beginning steeps, and 2 to 3 months to feel comfortable with the basics steps dancing in a social setting. But this is a process. From the very first class the students take, we encourage students to practice. We also make this easy for students by learning from the OC Salsa syllabus program, where students can learn the names of the moves, have a visual of what they will learn, look forward to advance on skills, measure their progress and look up to advancing to the next level.
What is the OC Salsa Syllabus?
The syllabus is a series of specific dance steps and techniques that are assigned to each class. Beginner Class Syllabus covers steps 1-10, Intermediate Class Syllabus covers steps 11-20 and Advance Syllabus Class covers steps 21-30.
All Beginner students start in Beginner Level 1 and they learn from the syllabus until the reach Beginner Level 3. That means that all 10 steps and techniques are divided within 3 Beginner levels. This way students can evaluate and move up to the next level. Beginner 1, 2 and 3 students all take the same class. Once ready students evaluate to move to Intermediate Class where we teach Level 4, 5 and 6 combined. Once again, students move up levels within the same class to measure progress and learn effectively.
From Intermediate Level 6, students evaluate to the Advance Classes where level 7, 8 and 9 students learn together. Advance Level 9 is the higher level offered by OC Salsa.
Do you offer teaching training certifications and teaching opportunities within OC Salsa?
Yes, we do.
Why do you offer parties and outings?
We create these opportunities so students can practice among friends and promote camaraderie and bonding among our students. Learning how to dance , like learning a new skill, takes time and can be challenging. We make the transition from classes to dancing at social settings the easiest possible. We encourage students to attend our events regularly so the can practice more and make friends in the process. And when you come to on of our events for the first time you don’t have to come to dance. Just come in and enjoy the atmosphere; see how things are. This is the first step. After that the second time you know what to expect and maybe you dance one song. Third time a little more and so on. You do it a little bit at a time. Many students have the belief that you will take enough classes and then at one point be ready to go dancing. The reality is that you have to build confidence to dance what you learn at classes a little bit a time. So we suggest to dive in! Come to our events, even if you took only one class or none. We know you will have a blast.
Sign me up! What do I need to do?
For group just come in during class time, no appointment needed. We just ask new students to come in about 15 minute before the beginning of class to fill up new students form and to check in. That is it!