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Dylan Birdvia Google

4 months ago

LOVE IT HERE! I've been taking bachata classes and I can’t recommend Deblin and Adayl enough! They are absolutely amazing instructors - so much fun, very skilled and patient! Not to mention genuinely welcoming to everyone, no matter your experience level. I’ve seen the way they interact with each student and they care deeply about teaching and creating a positive space. The other instructors, classes, and workshops offered at VMAC are fantastic too. So many fun options to learn and grow and dance! Highly recommended!

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Evrim Icozvia Google

5 months ago

I have been taking classes for about 9 months now. I really love my salsa and bachata instructors - Jamal, Carolina, Deblin and Adayl are awesome. I have done swing dancing for years but new to Latin dancing so I have taken many classes over the years and I am impressed with their clear instructions, their inclusiveness and friendliness, and they focus on not just dance moves but also musicality and lead/follow tips, and different "shines" that are fun. They are also trying to create a community of people. I have made some new friends here and we practice together! Other things that I really enjoyed are: they post videos of the class work after so you can practice/review, practicas every week that are free so you can get to practice and hone in your technique with help of experienced dancers, student and open socials that provide a safe, fun environment to practice what you learned! They have individual monthly class or monthly unlimited options if you want to take more classes. Level 1 classes can be popular so sign up early. After Level 1, classes are smaller. Also they rotate leads after a few minutes so you get to practice with many different people and actually learn how to dance instead of just learning a routine. If you want to just dance with your partner in the dance class, you can also take private lessons. This is a great dance studio, I am glad they are part of our community and I felt like I am becoming a part as well.

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J McCarthyvia Google

5 months ago

Had a lovely time here - the instructors are kind, inclusive and good communicators. I also like the diversity of people coming here. I made some new friends (after 40, it is hard to make friends!). They host a lot of community events where they provide a safe environment to practice with more advanced dancers. Teachers show up and dance with you if you want. You get great feedback. Level 1 classes can be big, but if you move up from level 1, the classes are much smaller. Highly recommend Jamaal, Carolina and Deblyn and her partner whose name escapes me. Also they have practicas where ambassadors (high level students) come and help you with the dances! FOr free!

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Heidi Dolanvia Google

5 months ago

I rated a 10 because I absolutely love the energy and community at the studio. The classes are always lively and full, so I never worry about not having someone to dance with. I also really appreciate how you balance the leads and follows by bringing in assistants when needed, it makes such a difference. The instructors are not only fun and entertaining, but they make a very challenging dance feel approachable and enjoyable to learn. I love the variety of class options, and I value how seriously you take the learning process by making sure we’re confident before moving up. On top of that, I feel genuinely appreciated and cared for. When I returned after being away this summer, I was welcomed back so warmly, and that meant a lot. I’ve already referred friends (and even talked with my partner about joining), and I’ll continue to recommend the studio because it’s such a special, supportive, and inspiring place to dance.

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Adam Zahnvia Google

8 months ago

TL:DR This is a welcoming place to learn dance and have fun in equal measure. I've been taking zouk classes at Vitalidad for over a year and I love the learning environment and culture. The instructors, ambassadors, and students are welcoming and positive. The classes are big, but I like that because dancing with a lot of people is really helpful for learning faster. The social dances are fun and the instructors are always setting the tone for folks to dance across levels and help new folks feel welcome. I think most folks here are as excited to dance with someone just starting their journey as with someone who has years of experience. Big shout out to the ambassadors as well! Y'all rock!