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    The Dance Complex

    4.4 (90 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    My favorite place in Cambridge. Warm, with many different classes and good environment.

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    16 years ago

    hip-hop class: who knew making an utter fool of yourself could be so much fun.

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    15 years ago

    Love this place- Awesome classes. Awesome space. A place that will make it hard to ever leave the Boston area---

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    17 years ago

    Amazing place. I am blessed to live in a city that has a place like the Dance Complex!

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    Salsa Matei Dance School

    Salsa Matei Dance School

    4.9
    (9 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Went here with a group of friends. Most dropped out after the first class, but a friend and I kept…read moreit going for the entire session and I'm glad I did. After two months, I learned the basics of salsa. The studio was a fun and welcoming place and Matei is a great instructor. He makes the classes enjoyable and irreverent. The classes start with a warmup, followed by basic salsa steps done individually, and then into dancing with (rotating) partners. There tends to be a dearth of guys, so if you are one you'll get plenty of practice. They also allow you to pay per class which is ideal for those who don't like commitments.

    Find someone who is passionate about what they do, and ask them to teach you. This should be in…read morepage 1 of life's instruction book. I have realized that the folks at Salsa Matei are passionate about their love for Salsa and dancing, and are gifted enough to be able to share that passion with their students. I really can not recommend Salsa Matei and the instructors more highly to anyone who is interested in learning Salsa, or any other type or latin dancing, whether it is a one time deal, a hobby you are trying to pursue, or if you are an advanced dancer and want to learn new techniques and connect to the Boston Salsa community. One thing that you will quickly realize is that Salsa Matei does not simply teach you 'moves'. Yes, it is nice to be on the dance floor and do the cool moves, but without the proper foundation on good musicality, technique, etc, you will probably not be able to progress very far. I can honestly say that building a good strong foundation has been an integral part of my experience here. Drop ins: Learning Salsa is a fun activity that I would recommend to a group of friends as something fun to do on a weeknight, people are always welcome to drop into the beginner classes and the instructors are very flexible and adapt quickly to the number of students and the ratio of students. I have seen Matei and his staff successfully run classes of all sizes and male/female ratios and I can say that the classes are always a lot of fun. They also teach 1 hour classes at Enigma Salsa on Fridays before the social dancing starts and this is a good foundation and a good refresher for those who are experienced. Group classes: The group classes are structured and build on the material from class to class, and this is the way I would recommend for anyone learning Salsa for the first time to go. The classes are super affordable and by the end of a complete cycle of beginner level one classes you will have a solid foundation to build on. Other classes are offered as well for Bachata, Merengue and also Salsa Techniques. In short, whether you want to learn Salsa for fun and social dancing, or if you wish to pursue this art form further and become a performer I would not hesitate to take classes from Salsa Matei.

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    SMDC Instructors, Bryn and Ricardo practicing tricks before class

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    SMDC Instructors, Bryn and Ricardo practicing tricks before class
    Urbanity Dance

    Urbanity Dance

    4.3
    (6 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    During a long summer trip my teen daughter was missing dance team practices and intensives. She…read moretook some drop in's in both contemporary and hip hop at Urbanity. The classes were fun yet challenging. The teachers and students were all pleasant and welcoming. Overall it was great experience. Definitely recommend.

    I hired 4 lyrical dancers from Urbanity Dance to perform freestyle solos as part of a surprise…read moreflash mob proposal for my partner, and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. The dancers were super professional, dressed elegantly, and really breathed life into the song that the orchestra (hired from a separate company) played. I paid a flat rate per dancer, which included the performance and 50 minutes of rehearsal time before the proposal to give the dancers a chance to rehearse with the orchestra since they had not worked together before; Urbanity Dance was worth every penny and then some! The final performance was exactly what I had envisioned, and I especially appreciated that the dancer who performed last (Joy) finished her solo with a "lyrical invitation" for my partner and I to follow her to the predetermined proposal spot - this aligned perfectly with the music as it was fading out, and allowed for perfect photography/videography coverage - plus the two of us were in such a daze as everything was happening that we definitely needed the clear guidance Joy provided. Big big thank you to my POC, Cayley, and each of the dancers who made this possible: Genny, Katie, Haley, and Joy.

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    Very first urbanity salsa squad!!! This picture was taken last week for our very first showcase!

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    Very first urbanity salsa squad!!! This picture was taken last week for our very first showcase!
    Masacote Entertainment

    Masacote Entertainment

    4.8
    (12 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    I began taking class here after a friend highly recommended the studio for on2 salsa. The dance…read moreinstructors are ALL fantastic. Serena and G, in particular, have made me grow so much as a dancer in terms of musicality, technique, and improvisation. The classes are challenging, technical, but simultaneously a total delight. The masacote community is fun, welcoming, and full of fantastic dancers and friends. I can't imagine a better studio. Go now!

    I joined salsa classes at Masacote in the summer of 2018. I had never really danced in my life…read moreuntil that point, especially not salsa, but I have improved significantly and I even started going to salsa socials semi-regularly. I had to stop going for a while because of work/school, but I recently started going again and I've found these classes to be the most fulfilling type of self-care. Something that sets Masacote apart is the great community. Everyone is so friendly, from Greg at the front desk, to each of the instructors and even the students in the advanced classes. Tana, Audrey and Dave are great instructors. They are very skilled dancers but they also know how to communicate and translate that into skillful instruction. They really went/go out of their way to make sure I learn what I need to learn. They call themselves the Masa Tribe. While it was hard for me to see myself as part of something like a salsa dancing club, I see now why that name makes so much sense. I really feel I'm a part of a team every Tuesday and Thursday when I go to class, and even beyond that. I really recommend these classes to anyone who wants to learn to dance, to have fun or simply to meet wonderful people and make new friends. The location at the CAC is very nice and easily accessible. There is free parking after 5 pm. And the class prices are pretty affordable too!

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    Masacote students taking Percussion Classes
    Masacote students taking Percussion Classes
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    Joel Masacote, Director
    Maylena, Salsa Level 1 Instructor, Teaching Partnering

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    Maylena, Salsa Level 1 Instructor, Teaching Partnering
    SuperShag Dance Studio

    SuperShag Dance Studio

    4.2
    (29 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    A Life-Changing Dance Journey with Amy Baker…read more My girlfriend and I started our ballroom dance journey with Amy Baker at Super Shag Dance Studio in Charlestown, Mass., as a Christmas gift--a small package of five initial lessons. Honestly, we went in thinking it would be a fun, temporary activity, but we were completely wrong! We enjoyed those first few classes so much that we immediately signed up for more. Now, three years later, we are still going strong with our weekly lessons, and we couldn't be happier. Amy is the heart of our continued passion for dance. She is incredibly energetic, always bringing a genuine happiness and positive vibe into the studio that is truly infectious. More importantly, she is exceptionally kind and patient. Whether we are struggling to nail a new step or just having an off day, Amy approaches every moment with encouragement and clear, patient instruction. Our weekly lesson with Amy is now a highlight we look forward to every week. We've not only gained confidence on the dance floor but have also found a wonderful person who genuinely cares. This isn't just our opinion, either; I've personally referred several wedding couples to her, and every single one has come back raving about the exact same qualities: her energy, kindness, and patience. I can easily say that Amy is not just our phenomenal dance teacher, but she has become a dear friend. If you are considering ballroom dancing, whether as a gift or a serious new hobby, look no further than Amy Baker--she's the best!

    The reason dancing at Supershag Charlestown is world-class is because Amy Baker and Chris Johnston…read morehave been world-class competitors for decades, and bring that experience to their amateur, ProAm, and social dance students. So, whether you're a wedding couple seeking a unique routine, someone interested in improving your social dancing skills, or someone eager to explore ballroom, rhythm, and salsa, Amy Baker is a talented, demanding, yet delightful instructor. If you're a woman seeking advanced instruction and interested in competing, Chris Johnston has been teaching ProAm champions for decades. I am a ProAm competitor, and I am fortunate to have Amy Baker as my instructor and partner, but I also take regular technique lessons from Chris Johnston.

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    Social Dancing at Ryles Dance Hall every Saturday
    Pole Dancing Lesson at SuperShag Boston
    Pole Dancing Lesson at SuperShag Boston
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