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May Salsa and Bachata Workshop!

If you’re looking to learn to dance for fun, fitness or friendship, Salsa Dance Now is a great place to learn how to dance Salsa and Bachata. Click on our schedule page to check out our weekly classes and locations. … Read the rest of this entry

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Welcome future Salsa and Bachata dancer! Call Ricki at: 408-661-9673

If you’re looking to learn to dance for fun, fitness or friendship, Salsa Dance Now is a great place to learn how to dance Salsa and Bachata. Click on our schedule page to check out our weekly classes. NEW:Learn to Dance in a Day workshops: Bachata and Salsa for Saturday May 12th, then montly. NEW: Watch our TV show online or on the air by clicking on the Video or TV page. NEW: Corazon de Bachata dance team (learn to dance Bachata with friends) Salsa and Bachata dances are social dance you’ll find all around the world in common social settings such as clubs, parties, radio station, and weddings to name a few. You can travel to Mexico, Japan, Germany, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Argentina and STILL find places to dance these favorite club style genres.This year has started off great with concerts, showcases, performances and most recently, the SF Salsa Festival.

We want you to be able to enjoy these events for your special occasion or when you decide your ready to check out these festivals too. Upcoming are Willow Glen (San Jose) Dancing on the Street Event, Alum Rock’s (San Jose) Salsa Festival, the Redwood City Salsa Festival, the San Francisco Bachata Festival in June/July time frame…to name a few.

You can take private lessons to learn specialty dances such as Cumbia, social Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba and more…. Private lessons are a great way to work around a busy work schedule and also to focus all the instructors attention on just YOU! You’ll find that private lessons will really help prepare you for group classes much better. Group classes are designed to be weekly for all levels and my not be able to slow down to help a complete beginner!

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Salsa Dance Now! TV is now on the air! Great time to start private lessons!

After much work, we now have our first 2 episodes of Salsa Dance Now! TV on the air. The show will air to comcast cable subscribers on channel 15 in San Jose, Campbell, and Santa Clara. Each episode will air 4 times a month for a year! So…many locals will enjoy the love of dance at home, and hopefully get out and do some dancing too.

You can watch these episodes on this website by going to the Video page. Got ideas? Want to be a part of the TV show? Call us!

Yes, private lessons are a GREAT way to jump start your dancing. Want to spin better? Want to ask people to dance with confidence? or …be asked to danced more! Or… maybe you want to add some cool moves to your repertoire. Either way, private lessons make a great investment in yourself because you will enjoy the benefits for a lifetime! We do wedding dance lessons too.

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Tuesday, Feb 14th, enjoy a unique Valentines day!

Tuesday February 14th, we’ll be celebrating Valentines Day: A day to show love & appreciation to friends, family, & significant others. We’ll be at Mexico Lindo (11 Race Street, San Jose) with drink specials, a fun dance pattern, & having a great time socializing. Join Ricki & Big Bad Mike at 7pm for dinner buffet, only $10 + tax +tip for all you can eat delicious Mexican food. Then for our special dance lesson to Michael Buble’s “Sway with Me” (Cha Cha). No partner needed, it’s ok to DROP IN to the class, only $10!

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Check out our shoes this Friday: Club Ilusions, Saturday Club Cocomo’s. (scroll down)

Come visit our table this weekend and TRY out a pair of QUALITY dance shoes. Friday at Club Illusions 260 S. California Ave Palo Alto. Saturday at Cocomo’s at 650 INDIANA ST, San Francisco. We’ll also be stopping by this Saturday at Gabriel Meza’s Tekila Rock to support his event at: 250 E. Java st, Sunnyvale, Ca. (Tekila Rock is sold out this Saturday, so if you didn’t get a ticket, it is EVERY Saturday.)

Shoes will also be displayed EVERY Tuesday at our Salsa & Bachata lessons at Mexico Lindo (11 Race St, SJ). And hopefully once a month at Salsa Sundays at Bold Knight (840 N. 1st St, SJ) and Tarragon (140 S. Murphy St, Sunnyvale). We thank all our supporters for allowing us to help your feet look and feel better! ; )

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Save these dates: Valentines Feb 14th Dance/Party at Mexico LIndo & Big Bad Mike Birthday Bash Feb 21st! Feb 24th, Ricki’s 40th!

Feb 14th, we’ll be celebrating Valentines Day: A day to show love & appreciation to friends, family, & significant others. We’ll be at Mexico Lindo with drink specials, a ‘super sexy’ dance pattern, & having a great time socializing. For those that want to, we’ll have special tags for those wanting to meet that special someone.

Feb 21st, we’ll enjoy a great lesson & party celebrating Mike’s Birthday, he says he’s 21! ; ) Please bring a Bday card, no gifts necessary. We’ll have dessert and appetizers.

Last but not least, it’s Ricki’s 40th! birthday and she’ll be celebrating in style at Tarragon on Friday Feb 24th! The very day of her birthday. Please join her at this beautiful location. More details soon…

Big Bad Mike!

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Join us Tuesdays for Salsa & Bachata at Mexico Lindo! (11 Race St, San Jose, Ca)

No partner needed, as we rotate. Couples welcome! Enjoy a fun dance lesson, have some great Margaritas & dance the night away!

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Grand Opening Salsa Sunday, January 8th!

Come dance & check out our line of dance shoes too!

Grand Opening this Sunday at the new location of The Bold Knight 4pm, 840 North 1st Street at Taylor, in San Jose, Ca. Easy Parking. ONly $8 admission. Come for the On 2 lesson, stay for the dancing till 10pm! Salsa Dance Now will be present with a nice selection of Men’s & Women’s dance shoes!

 

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Join us for the holidays every Tuesday! Holiday schedule is up

Salsa & Bachata lesson at Mexico Lindo (11 Race Street, SJ) 8pm! Have a fun lesson, no partner needed, then get to dance afterward or have a Margarita too.

We are going strong for the holidays, so do check our schedule page for details, times, locations as we have holiday classes. Monday Bootcamp resumes on Jan 9th.

Need dance shoes to get the best our of your dancing? Check out our dance shoe page for a preview. Come to our Monday or Tuesday classes to see the shoes, or ask Ricki for a Catalog!


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Want to be on TV? Come join Ricki for “Dance TV” this Saturday 17th

Want to be on TV? Come join Ricki for her showDance TV” taping this Saturday at Elite Ballroom from 3 to 4pm located at (1042 Park Ave, San Jose, Ca). We’ll be filming interviews with local dancers, filming a group dance lesson. Dress is casual like for a dance class. questions? email Ricki at SalsaDanceNow1@gmail.com or call 408-661-9673. Special Guests include Big Bad Mike, Ruby Rumbera, Desiree Fox (Elite), Jesus, & more… http://www.SalsaDanceNow.com

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Have so much fun with us now Monday thru Thursday! Call Ricki for any questions 408-661-9673

Come have fun with us for our Monday SalsaBootcamp class at Dance Spectrum 8pm or on Tuesday(8pm) and NOW Thursdays (7pm) at Mexico Lindo! Wednesdays at Elite Ballroom 7pm for 2 Left Feet Class. For detailed descriptions of classes including times, address please see our Schedule page on this website! or call Ricki 408-661-9673. Want to get our FABULOUS newsletter? Just email us at: SalsaDanceNow1@gmail.com and request you be added. This includes coupons,free festivals and events, upcoming parties and dances, where to catch a new dance show and so much more!

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Tonight: Fiesta Tuesday: Mexico Lindo. This Wednesdays 7pm Salsa for 2 Left Feet! Call Ricki 408-661-9673

Elite Ballroom: 1042 Park Ave, San Jose, Ca

Tonight 8pm, if you want some Salsa & Bachata class dancing afterwards, then join us for Fiesta Tuesdays @ Mexico Lindo every week. Located at 11 Race St in San Jose, FREE parking across street. $10. Or come just for the dancing, cover only $5.

Starting WEDNESDAY November 9th, and every Wednesday thereafter, we’ll be having a fun class for TOTAL beginners to dance called Salsa for 2 Left Feet. Great for those with NO experience, who want to review their basics after a long break, for those who want to work on getting a better technique from the ground up. Class always reviews basics then teaches a beginner pattern to dance to. Lots of opportunity to practice, no partner needed as we rotate. Couples welcome too!

Want to read our recent newsletter? Then go to: http://mim.io/1610e1 You can sign up for it too by emailing us at SalsaDanceNow1@gmail.com

Salsa Bootcamp series: Every Monday at 8pm. Or Thursdays Salsa for 2 Left Feet class for total beginners! You can drop-in anytime or save $$ by pre-paying the month. Both classes are at 8pm at the Dance Spectrum in 1707 Bascom Ave in Campbell, Ca. Next to Jack in Box. No partner needed, couples welcome!

We’re happy to announce our brand new Club Style Salsa DVD for beginners & beyond, 2011. Only $20 with class or $25 by mail.

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Halloween Salsa Classes Monday & Tuesday!

Please join Big Bad Mike and I for a FUN Spooky class in costume (optional!) Tonight, 8pm at Dance Spectrum 1707 Bascom Ave, Campbell, Ca or Tuesday at Mexico Lindo 8pm, 11 Race street, San Jose. No partner needed as we rotate, couples welcome!!! Classes are beginner friendly, don’t be shy…. See you soon.

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New: Friday Salsa nights in November at Tarragon, Salsa for 2 left feet 7pm, New DVD & more

Want to read our recent newsletter? Then go to: http://mim.io/6850d1 You can sign up for it too by emailing us at SalsaDanceNow1@gmail.com

Salsa Bootcamp every Mondays 8pm. Or Thursdays Salsa for 2 Left Feet class for total beginners! You can drop-in anytime or save $$ by pre-paying the month. Both classes are at 8pm at the Dance Spectrum in 1707 Bascom Ave in Campbell, Ca. Next to Jack in Box. No partner needed, couples welcome!

Starting every WEDNESDAYS beginning on Nov 9th, we’ll have Salsa for 2 Left Feet at Elite Ballroom at 1042 Park Ave, San Jose. Classes are 7-8pm for those who’d like an earlier time slot!.

If you want some Salsa AND Bachata plus time to dance afterwards, then join us for Fiesta Tuesdays @ Mexico Lindo every week at 8pm!! Located at 11 Race St in San Jose, FREE parking across street. NOW 2 people for the price of one, $10. Or come just for the dancing and excellent margaritas (only $4).

We’re happy to announce our brand new Club Style Salsa DVD for beginners & beyond, 2011. This one is an improvement from my 1st DVD as it is in High Definition, has a nice large studio backdrop and features a guest instructor, Wayne. He is a championship dancer, we’ve performed and danced for many years. Only $20 with class or $25 by mail.

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October Events & Classes! Call Ricki for ANY questions at: 408-661-9673

Want to read our recent newsletter? Then go to: http://mim.io/6850d1 You can sign up for it too by emailing us at SalsaDanceNow1@gmail.com

Salsa Bootcamp every Mondays 8pm. Or Thursdays Salsa for 2 Left Feet class for total beginners! You can drop-in anytime or save $$ by pre-paying the month. Both classes are at 8pm at the Dance Spectrum in 1707 Bascom Ave in Campbell, Ca. Next to Jack in Box. No partner needed, couples welcome!

If you want some Salsa AND Bachata plus time to dance afterwards, then join us for Fiesta Tuesdays @ Mexico Lindo every week at 8pm!! Located at 11 Race St in San Jose, FREE parking across street. NOW 2 people for the price of one, $10. Or come just for the dancing and excellent margaritas (only $4).

We’re happy to announce our brand new Club Style Salsa DVD for beginners & beyond, 2011. This one is an improvement from my 1st DVD as it is in High Definition, has a nice large studio backdrop and features a guest instructor, Wayne. He is a championship dancer, we’ve performed and danced for many years. Only $20 with class or $25 by mail.

 

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New classes starting in September!! Call Ricki for any questions: 408-661-9673

Our new Salsa Bootcamp on Mondays starts the Sept 5th. Yuu can still join us the FOLLOWING Monday if you are on holiday!  Our Thursdays classes for 2 Left Feet, you can drop-in anytime or take the series. Both are at 8pm Dance Spectrum in 1707 Bascom Ave in Campbell, Ca.

If you want some Salsa AND Bachata plus time to dance afterwards, then join us for Fiesta Tuesdays @ Mexico Lindo every week at 8pm!! Located at 11 Race St in San Jose, FREE parking across street. Or come just for the dancing and excellent margaritas (only $4).

Got a groupon from last weekends promotion? GREAT! Simply print it out and bring it to your class of choice. No appointment necessary for group classes. For the private lesson groupon, simply call Ricki to make an appointment.

Salsa in the Park! Yes, come join us Sat Sept 10th along with 100+ others in Sunnyvale. Sign up on our meetup site here (CLICK HERE)

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New Classes, New prices for July & August Summer Specials. Plus Salsa Dance team for all levels in August! Call Ricki 408-661-9673

Now you have MANY classes to choose from! From Salsa Bootcamp for Beginners & Intermediate /Beginners to Salsa for 2 Left Feet. Starting in August, we have a Salsa Dance Team for beginners designed to get you to an intermediate level quicker than you could with group classes alone! Plus you get to learn cool moves and patterns you can use on the dance floor right away.

Please check our schedule out for detailed descriptions of classes, pricing, times. For questions, call Ricki 408-661-9673. Hope to see you dancing soon! ; ) Oh…and Like us on Facebook to keep up to date on our official Salsa Dance Now page here:

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Salsa Performances @ Fiesta Tuesdays with Ricki & Big Bad Mike Call 408-661-9673 for group class info!

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New! Beginner & Intermediate Salsa Bootcamp, Fiesta Tuesdays, Bachata Team Call Ricki 408-661-9673


Thank you all for a very successful grand opening night at Mexico Lindo for Fiesta Tuesdays. We hope to see you every week! Next Tuesday, guest instructor Keesha Roberts. We’ll focus on Salsa patterns plus LOTS of tips for Ladies turns, styling, creating nice lines in your dancing. GUYS, you’ll have LOTS of ladies to practice with for sure! Plus FREE Giveaways too. No partner needed. Lesson at 8pm. Only $10 for class and DJ dancing or $5 cover.

Our Monday Salsa Bootcamp classes are even better! Now you can get 2 classes for the price of 1. A full two hours of instruction and dancing. From 7-8pm learn the basics and a beginning dance pattern. Get lots of help & practice with partners as we rotate frequently.

From 8-9pm learn an intermediate Salsa pattern that will take your dancing to a whole new level. Beginners are welcome to stay as the class is broken down move by move. Last Monday of the month, enjoy a Dance Party and practice in a ‘nightclub’ like setting. DJ, Disco ball & lights included. There will be light snack, potluck style optional for those who wish to bring a snack. : )

 

Thursdays: Salsa for 2 left feet from 7-8pm. No partner needed. Perfect for those wanting to refresh their basics & style. Or those who have NEVER or hardly danced! Get personalized attention in these semi private classes located in a PRIVATE dance room.

Private Lessons: Learn at your pace, speed up your dancing skills in these peronsalized lessons. Take advantage of our private lesson discounts too… Give the gift of dance to yourself, YOU are worth it! Stop watching and start dancing, NOW! Call Ricki 408-661-9673.

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A great time for Private Lessons or Group Classes! Call 408-661-9673

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Dance lessons in Cumbia, Salsa, Bachata, Swing, Tango for 2011! Call 408-661-9673

It’s a great time to make that new years resolution come true! Enjoy the benefits of dancing: Fitness, Friends, Fun, to name only a few! Whether you are a first time dancer or you have a solid background in ballroom, we’ve got classes for you!
Sunday: Bachata Team (beginning mid January)
Monday: Salsa Bootcamp 7pm
(at Dance Spectrum)
Monday: Bachata Basics & Beyond 8:30pm
(at Dance Spectrum)
Tuesdays: Salsa for 2 left feet 8:30pm
(at Halanda) Ricki
More classes to be added soon. Subscribe to get Ricki’s bi monthly newsletters for details or visit the Schedule online often for the latest times,dates, and classes. Want to jump start your dancing? Then try private lessons! Lessons are at a studio near you, day or evening classes daily to fit your busy schedule!

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Salsa Performances & New Bootcamp!

Still time to join in on the fun….Every Monday 7pm at Dance Spectrum,Campbell, Ca. See Schedule tab for details…

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New Bootcamp!, Salsa Team Debut, extra Bachata Tuesday nights

Welcome! Enjoy our Salsa team debut at JSmooth Salsa video. Also, Bachata team has an extra Tuesday night practices if you are interested. We have 20 members almost even guy/girl!!!! Our next Salsa Bootcamp class begins on Monday July 19th! Save the date!! ; ) Call Ricki for ANY questions at;408/661/9673

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Bootcamp Series GREAT Turnout, see performance video now…

Enjoy these 2 performances plus a short preview of what we’ll be learning in the following week or two…. ; ) Ricki & Juan Carlos.

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Private Lesson Special to take advantage of!

Yes…if you’ve ever thought about taking private lessons, now is a GREAT time to take advantage of our special prices that now include all the group classes you want to take for FREE (a $150-$300 value ALONE!!!) If you take lessons w/a partner,then FREE classes for BOTH of you at no charge…. There’s more no excuses….stop watching and start dancing NOW! You can’t afford to miss out…..call Ricki right now…408 661-9673

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Wedding Dance Lessons for Father Daughter/Bride Groom!

Ricki was so amazing to work with, my husband and I had never had a dance lesson before and Ricki was a very patient instructor. She was very accommodating to our last minute requests and we were amazed at how quickly she put together our dance. With all the craziness of wedding planning we quickly felt comfortable thanks to Ricki’s talent and creative ideas. We only had 6 sessions and we “wowed” our wedding guests….it was perfect! She’s amazing and we look forward to taking more dance lessons from her.
Sincerely, Alda & Bob

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First Dance Lessons; A Wedding Dance to Remember

First Wedding Dance
Hi Ricki!!!!
OMG… Everyone LOVED it!!!…Victor was cool as can be. … He didn’t look at my feet and we truly had a good time.

People are still talking about it asking us what it was we did as our first dance! It was definitely an unforgettable moment.

We would like to say a big THANK YOU for getting us through this in just 5 lessons! You’ve made both of us very comfortable to the point that we truly believed we would pull it off and did! …

Next time we need more dance lessons, you will definitely hear from us again!
Thanks so much!

Regards,
Angelica (email Published with permission.)

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Dancing for the heart and soul!

Dancing for Fun, Friends, Fitness and much more!!

Dancing for Fun, Friends, Fitness and much more!!

Dancing is not only a great way to get some ‘unnoticed’ excercise, it’s serves as a wonderful way to boost our immune system and ‘heart’ by sharing that all too rare touch of another human being! When was the last time you got a hug? Salsa dance lessons are a great way to boost your seratonin levels naturally….notice how you may feel down for the day but by the end of the dance class or dance lesson, you are feeling so happy you made the effort to come to dance class! ; )

When you are feeling down; then dance!

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Sexy Salsa Sunday Lesson Series: 08-30-2009

Sexy salsa video lessons on 08-30-2009. The location was at Dance Spectrum, San Jose (South Bay), CA. Moves covered are:

  • Hair brush
  • Outside turn
  • Shadow
  • Cross-body lead with an inside turn
  • Variations of double arm turns
  • And more!

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Sexy Salsa Sunday Lesson Series: 08-23-2009

Sexy salsa video lessons on 08-30-2009. The location was at Dance Spectrum, San Jose (South Bay), CA. Moves covered are:

  • The chase
  • Gentleman’s turn
  • Ladies turn
  • Hand switches
  • Open position turns
  • Cross-body leads
  • Hair brush
  • And more!

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