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FAQ
Questions about Latin Expressions? Review our FAQ section below. Still have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out via our Contact page.
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A regular membership for one style of dance is $70 a month.
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Yes! The drop-in rate is $20 for all standard courses. No drop-ins are permitted for Performance/Choreography courses.
Please keep in mind, though, a full course is not only cost-effective but will provide the best learning experience. Our classes are cumulative, meaning they build upon each other. While the doors are open to drop in any week, you’ll gain the most by attending all four in order.
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Yes! You will also get a discount for the second course for only $45 a month!
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Courses may be purchased via cash, check (made payable to “LEDC”), credit card or Venmo.
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Comfort is key! Most students are in casual dress, with some in more business casual clothing if they come to the studio straight from work. We encourage you to wear something you can freely move in.
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Women: For beginners, we encourage a pair of flats. All shoes, whether flats or heels, should be securely attached to your foot and heel.
Men: We suggest men wear dress shoes.
Students may wear sneakers or tennis shoes, but their grip can sometimes hinder certain turns and movements. Flip-flops are highly discouraged.
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We have you covered! As a proud distributor for Fuego Dance Shoes and Very Fine Dance Shoes, we’re happy to help you pick out a pair of shoes that meets your needs. Order shoes through Latin Expressions online here or stop by the studio for us to answer any of your questions.
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Yes, we do! Please visit our Contact page to get in touch.
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Attendance for all classes within a course is encouraged. Our classes are designed to build upon each other as you move through the course, each one adding new technique and moves from the previous week.
To avoid missing out and feeling lost, we highly recommend you consider choosing a month where your schedule allows you to take full advantage of the classes.
That said, we know life happens! If missing a class is unavoidable, we encourage you to consider taking a private lesson with your instructor or consult with them about other make-up options.
Enrollment Policy
By enrolling in classes or attending events related to Latin Expressions Dance Company, you agree that Latin Expressions Dance Company and its venues are NOT responsible for any accidental injury or loss of property.
Glossary
Latin Dance refers to styles of dance that trace their historical roots to indigenous cultures in Latin America, including Mexico, the Caribbean, and South and Central America. These dances were later influenced by European colonists, who brought popular social European dances, and African slaves, whose rhythms and movements continued to inspire the traditional Latin dances. Most Latin Dance styles can be performed simply, with mastery of the most common steps, or intricately through the addition of specialty steps and turns.
Salsa
One of the most popular and common forms of Latin Dance in the United States, Salsa is a Caribbean dance style traditionally found in Puerto Rico and Cuba.
Bachata
A sensual form of Latin dance originated in the Dominican Republic. Movements traditionally involve close contact–though not always–and hip movement. anywhere in between.
Cha-Cha-Cha (or Cha-Cha)
Originated in Cuba and sprung from a form of Cuban Mambo.
The Beginner’s Guide to Salsa Dancing
Want to maximize your potential as a new salsa dancer?
Download Latin Expression’s Co-Founder & Owner Kyle Culmann’s FREE “The Beginner’s Guide to Salsa Dancing” to learn more about Salsa’s fundamentals, including timing, technique, musicality, and style.
