Group Lessons
Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha, Casino Rueda, Styling, Body Movement and Merengue lessons and workshops are offered with George Cáceres of Sabor Latino Dance Co. George will help you put that Sabor Latino (Latin Flava) into your souls with his easy-going fun-filled lessons and workshops.
Sundays/Mondays
Lenora's Ballroom Studio
615 SE Alder St. Portland, OR 97214.
(Corner of SE 6th St. & SE Alder St. Enter through BEIGE Side Door Labeled Lenora's Ballroom on SE 6th St. Up the stairs on the 3rd Floor)
615 SE Alder St. Portland, OR 97214.
(Corner of SE 6th St. & SE Alder St. Enter through BEIGE Side Door Labeled Lenora's Ballroom on SE 6th St. Up the stairs on the 3rd Floor)
Wednesdays
Dance with Joy Studios
7981 SE 17th Ave. Portland, OR 97202
Located in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland in the building at the intersection of SE 17th Avenue and SE Milwaukie Avenue, 2.5 blocks north of the intersection of SE 17th Avenue and SE Tacoma Street. Entrance is on the SE 17th side.
7981 SE 17th Ave. Portland, OR 97202
Located in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland in the building at the intersection of SE 17th Avenue and SE Milwaukie Avenue, 2.5 blocks north of the intersection of SE 17th Avenue and SE Tacoma Street. Entrance is on the SE 17th side.
February 2012 Series
(2/1/12 - 2/27/12)
SALSA & BACHATA
EVERY SUNDAY, MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
Learn from Portland's Godfather of Salsa
George Caceres.
EVERY SUNDAY, MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
Learn from Portland's Godfather of Salsa
George Caceres.
Learn Salsa & Bachata at its Best!
Its time to take advantage of a brand new opportunity to discover great moves, enhance your technique or learn to dance Salsa or Bachata for the first time, best of all, develop new friendships in an extremely comfortable and fun environment.
No Partner Required
No Partner Required
Sundays Feb 3wk Series
FEBRUARY 3 WK SERIES 2/5, 2/12, 2/26
4pm Intermediate Salsa
5pm Beginners Salsa Level 2
6pm Beginners Salsa Level 1
**NO CLASS FEBRUARY 19TH**
4pm Intermediate Salsa
5pm Beginners Salsa Level 2
6pm Beginners Salsa Level 1
**NO CLASS FEBRUARY 19TH**
Wednesdays
7pm Modern Bachata "All Levels"
8pm Beginners Salsa Level 1
8pm Beginners Salsa Level 1
Mondays Feb 3wk Series
FEBRUARY 3 WK SERIES 2/6, 2/13, 2/27
6:30pm NY Style Salsa "On2' **NEW**
7:30pm Dominican Bachata (Int)
**NO CLASS FEBRUARY 20TH**
6:30pm NY Style Salsa "On2' **NEW**
7:30pm Dominican Bachata (Int)
**NO CLASS FEBRUARY 20TH**
Location
Studio @ Lenora's Ballroom
615 SE Alder St. (3rd Floor)
Portland, OR 97214
Corner of SE 6th & SE Alder
Entrance on SE 6th St. 3rd Floor
615 SE Alder St. (3rd Floor)
Portland, OR 97214
Corner of SE 6th & SE Alder
Entrance on SE 6th St. 3rd Floor
Location
Dance with Joy Studios
7981 SE 17th Ave.
Portland, OR 97202
7981 SE 17th Ave.
Portland, OR 97202
Cost & Registration
4 Week Series
$40 w/ pre-registration ($45 without)
3 Week Series
$30 w/ pre-registration ($35 without)
$13 Drop-in Rate (per class)
Pre-Register by sending email to dance@saborlatinodance.org or by calling 503-504-5311. Please specify which class you are signing up for.
$40 w/ pre-registration ($45 without)
3 Week Series
$30 w/ pre-registration ($35 without)
$13 Drop-in Rate (per class)
Pre-Register by sending email to dance@saborlatinodance.org or by calling 503-504-5311. Please specify which class you are signing up for.
Cost & Registration
$40 for 4 Week Series Punch Card
$12 Drop-in Rate (per class)
Register by sending email to info@dancewithjoystudios.com or by calling 503-236-8160. Please specify which class you are signing up for.
$12 Drop-in Rate (per class)
Register by sending email to info@dancewithjoystudios.com or by calling 503-236-8160. Please specify which class you are signing up for.
Class Descriptions
Beginners Salsa 1
Learn the fundamentals of Salsa including rhythm & timing, basic steps & leading & following technique. In this progressive series you will learn several great basic combinations that will have you dancing on the dance floor in a heartbeat!
Beginners Salsa 2
Now that you have the basic fundamentals you will continue to learn key leading and following techniques to make you a very proficient dancer. Start learning combinations that will include copa's, open breaks and of course cross body lead combinations. Ladies will be introduced to add styling to spark up the dance floor.
Intermediate Salsa
Now that you've got the basics, lets get cooking! Learn footwork/shines, spinning technique for both leads and follows, styling and of course some really cool partnering that highlights both the leads and follows. Its' time to sizzle on the dance floor. Pre-Requisite: Beginning Salsa 2 series(Twice), 6 months experience or instructor approval)
NY Style Salsa "On2" aka MAMBO
This workshop is geared for Salsa dancers that have a solid foundation of Salsa On 1. Learn to find the Tumbao rhythm to help you understand how to dance Salsa On 2. You will focus on rhythm, timing, spinning and learn smooth partnerwork to have fun on the dance floor. Become one with the music as most Salsa On2 dancers have discovered. Join the On2 Revolution in Portland. Pre-Requisite: Solid Salsa On 1 dancer with a minimum 6-8 months of experience or instructor approval.
Dominican Bachata
Bachata is the sizzling dance from the Dominican Republic that focuses on true leading and following technique. In this class you will learn Dominican footwork and musicality that will take your Bachata dancing to a new level. Learn the groovy Dominican basics and become one with bachata. This class is geared for advanced beginner & intermediate bachata dancers.
Modern Bachata
Bachata is a sizzling dance from the Dominican Republic that focuses on true leading and following technique. In the first week we will focus on the rhythm, timing, steps and turns and show you how to make bachata very interesting on the dance floor. Once you have the fundamentals we'll focus on bringing style, musicality and interesting turn combinations to show off on the dance floor. This class is geared for all levels from beginners to advanced.
Learn the fundamentals of Salsa including rhythm & timing, basic steps & leading & following technique. In this progressive series you will learn several great basic combinations that will have you dancing on the dance floor in a heartbeat!
Beginners Salsa 2
Now that you have the basic fundamentals you will continue to learn key leading and following techniques to make you a very proficient dancer. Start learning combinations that will include copa's, open breaks and of course cross body lead combinations. Ladies will be introduced to add styling to spark up the dance floor.
Intermediate Salsa
Now that you've got the basics, lets get cooking! Learn footwork/shines, spinning technique for both leads and follows, styling and of course some really cool partnering that highlights both the leads and follows. Its' time to sizzle on the dance floor. Pre-Requisite: Beginning Salsa 2 series(Twice), 6 months experience or instructor approval)
NY Style Salsa "On2" aka MAMBO
This workshop is geared for Salsa dancers that have a solid foundation of Salsa On 1. Learn to find the Tumbao rhythm to help you understand how to dance Salsa On 2. You will focus on rhythm, timing, spinning and learn smooth partnerwork to have fun on the dance floor. Become one with the music as most Salsa On2 dancers have discovered. Join the On2 Revolution in Portland. Pre-Requisite: Solid Salsa On 1 dancer with a minimum 6-8 months of experience or instructor approval.
Dominican Bachata
Bachata is the sizzling dance from the Dominican Republic that focuses on true leading and following technique. In this class you will learn Dominican footwork and musicality that will take your Bachata dancing to a new level. Learn the groovy Dominican basics and become one with bachata. This class is geared for advanced beginner & intermediate bachata dancers.
Modern Bachata
Bachata is a sizzling dance from the Dominican Republic that focuses on true leading and following technique. In the first week we will focus on the rhythm, timing, steps and turns and show you how to make bachata very interesting on the dance floor. Once you have the fundamentals we'll focus on bringing style, musicality and interesting turn combinations to show off on the dance floor. This class is geared for all levels from beginners to advanced.
Specialty Workshops
Stayed tuned for upcoming workshops in the near future. Below you will find a description of some of the more popular workshops.
Workshop Descriptions
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Technique Intensive
This workshop will focus on the key leading and following techniques that will help you get over that hump that we sometimes experience when trying to get to that next level. - Leads, learn how to communicate with your follow effectively. In addition you will learn key leading techniques to allow you to transition between moves easily and how to turn your follow to the best of your abilities. Plus you will learn turning and spinning techniques to allow you to make patterns more interesting.
- Follows, learn how to listen to your leads effectively so that you are not anticipating what comes next. Learn key techniques in spinning and following so that you are always prepared for whatever your lead has in mind.
This is a MUST for everyone wanting to get over that hump of Salsa dancing. Feel comfortable transitioning from Beginner to Intermediate and from Intermediate to Advanced.
Beginner Salsa Bootcamp
In this workshop, you will learn all the fundamentals of Salsa, including rhythm & timing, leading and following technique while learning the 3 basic steps, basic turns and 3-4 beginner partnering combinations. At the end of the class you will have learned enough material to make you feel like going dancing that same night. By taking this class you will also be able to move right into our Beginning Salsa 2 series if you decide to continue taking classes.
Body Movement/Salsa Styling
What distinguishes a good Salsa dancer from a great one? The ability to add that extra movement & styling to the dance. In this exciting workshop you will learn how to add upper body movement and styling to take your dancing to the next level. This class will be taught by Sabor Latino's George Caceres & Leslie Justiniani
Cha Cha Cha Intensive
In this workshop, you will learn all the fundamentals of the very sultry dance known as Cha Cha Cha, including the infectious Cha Cha Cha rhythm & timing, leading and following technique while learning the steps, turns and 3-4 partnering combinations.
Dominican Bachata Intensive
Come learn the seductive dance from the Dominican Republic - BACHATA! In this 2 hour class, you will learn all the fundamentals of the very sexy BACHATA dance including, rhythm & timing, leading and following technique while learning the basic BACHATA hip movement & steps, basic turns and 3-4 beginner partnering combinations. At the end of the class you will have learned enough material to make you feel like going dancing that same night.
Dominican Bachata Footwork/Musicality
What makes Dominican Bachata so cool? The footwork and musicality! In this workshop you will learn some intricate footwork to play with in your Bachata and become one with the music by learning about the musicality of Bachata. A true Bachata lover's experience! You must have taken the Dominican Bachata Intensive and/or have a basic understanding of Dominican Bachata before taking this class.
NY Style Salsa "On2" aka MAMBO
This workshop is geared for Salsa dancers that have a solid foundation of Salsa On 1. Learn to find the Tumbao rhythm to help you understand how to dance Salsa On 2. You will focus on rhythm, timing, spinning and learn smooth partnerwork to have fun on the dance floor. Become one with the music as most Salsa On2 dancers have discovered. Join the On2 Revolution in Portland. Pre-Requisite: Solid Salsa On 1 dancer with a minimum 6-8 months of experience or instructor approval.
Spinning & Turning Technique
As you may or may not know, Salsa dancing incorporates alot of spinning and turning especially for the ladies. This workshop will focus on key spinning and turning technique that will help you elevate your level of dancing on the floor. Learn to use your core to help you spin/turn better. Gentlemen learn the essential techniques to be able to spin/turn your follow smoothly but with clarity. A MUST for anyone wanting to take their spinning and turning to the next level.
This workshop will focus on the key leading and following techniques that will help you get over that hump that we sometimes experience when trying to get to that next level. - Leads, learn how to communicate with your follow effectively. In addition you will learn key leading techniques to allow you to transition between moves easily and how to turn your follow to the best of your abilities. Plus you will learn turning and spinning techniques to allow you to make patterns more interesting.
- Follows, learn how to listen to your leads effectively so that you are not anticipating what comes next. Learn key techniques in spinning and following so that you are always prepared for whatever your lead has in mind.
This is a MUST for everyone wanting to get over that hump of Salsa dancing. Feel comfortable transitioning from Beginner to Intermediate and from Intermediate to Advanced.
Beginner Salsa Bootcamp
In this workshop, you will learn all the fundamentals of Salsa, including rhythm & timing, leading and following technique while learning the 3 basic steps, basic turns and 3-4 beginner partnering combinations. At the end of the class you will have learned enough material to make you feel like going dancing that same night. By taking this class you will also be able to move right into our Beginning Salsa 2 series if you decide to continue taking classes.
Body Movement/Salsa Styling
What distinguishes a good Salsa dancer from a great one? The ability to add that extra movement & styling to the dance. In this exciting workshop you will learn how to add upper body movement and styling to take your dancing to the next level. This class will be taught by Sabor Latino's George Caceres & Leslie Justiniani
Cha Cha Cha Intensive
In this workshop, you will learn all the fundamentals of the very sultry dance known as Cha Cha Cha, including the infectious Cha Cha Cha rhythm & timing, leading and following technique while learning the steps, turns and 3-4 partnering combinations.
Dominican Bachata Intensive
Come learn the seductive dance from the Dominican Republic - BACHATA! In this 2 hour class, you will learn all the fundamentals of the very sexy BACHATA dance including, rhythm & timing, leading and following technique while learning the basic BACHATA hip movement & steps, basic turns and 3-4 beginner partnering combinations. At the end of the class you will have learned enough material to make you feel like going dancing that same night.
Dominican Bachata Footwork/Musicality
What makes Dominican Bachata so cool? The footwork and musicality! In this workshop you will learn some intricate footwork to play with in your Bachata and become one with the music by learning about the musicality of Bachata. A true Bachata lover's experience! You must have taken the Dominican Bachata Intensive and/or have a basic understanding of Dominican Bachata before taking this class.
NY Style Salsa "On2" aka MAMBO
This workshop is geared for Salsa dancers that have a solid foundation of Salsa On 1. Learn to find the Tumbao rhythm to help you understand how to dance Salsa On 2. You will focus on rhythm, timing, spinning and learn smooth partnerwork to have fun on the dance floor. Become one with the music as most Salsa On2 dancers have discovered. Join the On2 Revolution in Portland. Pre-Requisite: Solid Salsa On 1 dancer with a minimum 6-8 months of experience or instructor approval.
Spinning & Turning Technique
As you may or may not know, Salsa dancing incorporates alot of spinning and turning especially for the ladies. This workshop will focus on key spinning and turning technique that will help you elevate your level of dancing on the floor. Learn to use your core to help you spin/turn better. Gentlemen learn the essential techniques to be able to spin/turn your follow smoothly but with clarity. A MUST for anyone wanting to take their spinning and turning to the next level.
Private Lessons
- Are you intimidated by group classes?
- Do you want to learn to dance at your own pace?
- Are you a seasoned dancer and would like to enhance your current skills?
- Do you need a special dance for a specific occasion? Wedding? Quinceanera?