Dancer University: Welcoming Latin dance for all levels with expert instruction and safe social dancing.
Located at 1256 Westwood Blvd in Los Angeles, Dancer University is a Latin dance studio and event venue offering salsa, bachata, and more. The community is praised for a welcoming, safe atmosphere with professional instructors and attentive staff. Owners Nicole and Alayn guide a supportive program, including Zero to Hero Bachata and progressive salsa courses, plus social events and Sunday practice. Free Saturday class and parking noted by guests.
1256 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Structured programs like Zero to Hero Bachata and Intermediate Salsa that build skills from beginner to advanced levels with clear curriculum.
Flexible sessions for salsa, bachata, and sensual bachata, allowing students to learn at their own pace without long-term commitment.
Regular community events and parties where students can practice moves, socialize, and enjoy Latin music in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
Guided practice opportunities to reinforce techniques, timing, and partner connection, helping build muscle memory and confidence.
Personalized one-on-one or small group lessons with professional instructors focused on individual feedback and skill development.
Overall rating
Jair Macias
Dancer university is a great place to learn salsa and bachata, they make you feel welcome and are always hosting great events all around town. Stick with them and you'll always have somewhere to go on an evening Nicole is the nicest person you'll ever meet! I really recommend their free class on Saturday and there is free parking!
Stacey P
Dancer University is great and second to none. If you are new to salsa, they offer a great classes in a fun and encouraging environment . Not only will you learn how to dance, you can make some new friends . They also have intermediate and advance classes In additon to classes, they host fun dance socials. Like the classes, its a fun environment. Intermediate and advance dance can hone in on their skills and beginners can learn and practice. I highly reccommend Dancers University
Marcelo Mena
Writing reviews are not an easy thing, but I will try to be as transparent as possible. I have been dancing socially for 10 years in LA, but never truly committed to a dance school due to the fact that majority of the time you don’t feel as welcome or as safe to join a dance studio. Going to socials are incredibly different than actually joining a dance school — and that is where Dancer University shines. It is the best place to learn latin dancing. First, the first time I walked into DU and Nishima, the general manager, was there to greet me with the biggest and most genuine smile. That was the moment I knew I was in the right place. I have worked in sales for a long time and the importance of having someone like Nishima be the first face a customer sees when they walk in to a new place is crucial! First impressions are one of the main reasons customers stay with you or go somewhere else. Second, the instructors are all extremely professional and respectful. They teach moves and combinations you can actually use in social events unlike other dance schools in LA that teach things that don’t translate to the dance floor and are really hard to replicate in social events. Lastly, the owners Nicole and Alayn are truly great ambassadors of the LA dance community. They make everyone feel welcome. Most importantly, no other Latin dance school in LA will prioritize your safety, as a lead and a follow, like Dancer University will — for me, this is the ultimate success of DU.
Hogan Lee
Dancer University is an outstanding studio. I joined their Zero to Hero Bachata course and was impressed by how the curriculum brings complete beginners to a level where they can confidently perform a routine that looks great and feels rewarding. The instruction is clear, structured, and paced in a way that helps you pick up both fundamentals and styling without feeling overwhelmed. I am currently taking their Intermediate Salsa progressive course, and the quality of instruction continues to stand out. The teachers challenge you in the right ways, give direct and actionable feedback, and slow things down when needed so you can truly understand the technique, timing, and partner connection. The one-on-one attention is especially helpful, and it is obvious that they care about developing dancers with strong foundations. Their Sunday practice sessions are another big plus and create valuable reps for building muscle memory. The studio culture is thoughtful and supportive. Nicole, the head instructor and owner, clearly cares about her students and the experience they have here. She goes above and beyond to make sure people feel welcomed, supported, and equipped to progress. That level of commitment creates a community where students feel both encouraged and motivated. Dancer University is a great fit for anyone starting their Latin dance journey or looking to level up. They offer both drop-ins and progressive courses, including sensual bachata, which is surprisingly rare to find taught at this level. The range of options makes it easy for students with different schedules and goals to grow at their own pace. Highly recommend.
Cesar Martinez (El Conquistador)
I will never regret coming to a place where everyone feels welcome. The professionalism and dedication of the instructors is unmatched. They pay incredible attention to detail, and each of them has a great class structure. From drop-in sessions to the amazing programs, everything is top quality. Even while recovering from surgery, I can still dance here and give my brain the puzzles it needs to keep life interesting. Thank you.
