Salsa Soulseros of Tucson

Frequently Asked Questions

-My husband and I have never ever danced….can we just drop into any of your beginner classes or do we have to wait for a particular 6 week session?  You can just drop in at any time during the month into any of our on-going beginner classes and pay per class. Although, sessions are run in 6 week cycles with 2 weeks in between run as practice sessions….you are welcome to drop in. How long will it take to get the fundamentals? After completing 5 cycles most students will have mastered our foundational rotational dance curriculum. As always, our professional Latin dance instructors are always available to guide you upon your entry into a class and help you reach your goals at your own pace.

-Are your classes for couples only? I am a single lady… can I come alone? Our classes are primarily for individuals, but with the focus on teaching partner patterns and couple dancing techniques. Partners are not needed since we will pair you up during the class. We rotate quite often, thus making it easier to meet new friends….we have been very lucky in the past years,  in that, the number of respectful males participating in our classes sometimes even surpass that of ladies! Hence, if you are a single lady…this is a great place to meet a man that is respectful and eager to dance! Now as for those that come together as a couple, they are welcomed to participate together throughout the session or they can rotate with the other individuals in class.

-I have never danced and my wife says I have 2 left feet each missing a toe, can you help? Yes we can help… with the dancing…as for the missing toes, we can recommend a great Podiatrist and a cool Reconstructive Surgeon. As for the dancing, if you are willing to practice, are patient and have a humble attitude… then you may be able to convert one of those left feet,  to allow you to move and dance as a happy Salsero or Bachatero!

-What type of shoes and clothing should I wear? Wear comfortable clothing, ones that will allow you to move easily during the one hour class. As for the shoes, anything with smooth soles (jazz shoes, old sneakers and even socks) work best. High heels for the ladies are optional but not really recommended for an instructional session.

-Does it matter which day we attend during the week? Yes it does, because the monday classes are for beginners and the wednesday classes are for those with over 20 hours of training. Keep in mind that many intermediate to advanced students also attend the monday classes because they like reviewing the foundations of Bachata, Salsa and Merengue.

-Can we pre-pay for a batch of dance classes or can we just drop in and pay as we go?  You can do both. We understand tight budgets so you can pay as you go or if you can obtain a package deal for a group of classes then you can save even more! Or you can pay per drop in class. For the hour rate and cost, click on the tab above.

-I have heard that your group is primarily a social instructional group, what does that mean? Our focus is to empower our students and to create social bonds that they can carry forever. We have been teaching the Tucson Community and University Students since 1995. We have seen many many many people grow out from their shyness, insecurities, nervousness, etc… into wonderful people with many friends. We consider our students to be more than just a body, in a class, fulfilling a quota, just there to learn some dance steps for the stage or competition on a TV show. Here, You become family and…over time you will develop the social skills that better that partner dance on and… off the dance floor.

-I was looking forward to taking your Salsa Latin Dance classes again at the UA, …but what happened to the ones there at the Rec?  They were cut, just like we forewarned you in May. As we see in the world of Politics, where self-serving ersatz and maladroit individuals like Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid reign from their offices, so is the case there at the rec. Not focusing on the impact our classes had over the years on the students there, that one fragile individual’s ego  directed the decision to cut the programs and… replace them with the “performance and choregraphed” based ballroom classes. But no worries she didnt really affect us…cuz we’re still here! Plus your continued support and efforts in passing the good word about our on-going classes will always keep us connected to the students there at the UA!

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Student Testimonials

“You guys and salsa have changed my life!”

-Stephanie G. UA BioChemist

“Im highly impressed with the quality of instructors at Salsa Soulseros! Also thank you for providing such a safe and fun environment where we can meet great people…..like….my now beautiful fiance!”

-Gene P. Regional Accountant

“Im so glad that my husband has taken on Bachata dancing as a new hobby…I love that ‘he’ now loves to dance..thank you for being so patient with him as he learns!”

- Suzanne N. International Community Service

“Learning how to dance bachata has really changed my life and  I thank you!”

- Rob R. UA Distinguished Professor

” Summer, Liz and Bruce….your team is such an exceptional and professional group. I really appreciate your efforts!”

- Steve B. UA Eller School Management

“OMG learning Bachata from you guys is so much damn fun. Its so fricking amazing… I love it!“

- Sandra T. Hospice Contractor

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Our Philosophy:

As the most highly trained and diversely skilled group of professionals and entrepreneurs, our SalsaSoulseros Instructional team strives in assisting dedicated and respectful individuals in their quest of achieving  a  social connection through Latin Dance.  Humble individuals understanding that titles, status and perceptions all need to be put one hold at  times in order to fully develop as a human being, seem to be the best students in the various courses we conduct. Generally those with large egos and know-it-all attitudes are always weeded out by our team. So, if you truly want to learn how to dance, have some honest fun and meet some genuine people along the way, then take that first step with SalsaSoulseros!

Our Team:

SalsaSoulseros evolved over the past 15 years into one of the most powerful Instructional Teams in the Southwest. Founded by Jason H. and Mr. Bruce back in 2000, the concept of such a team actually started in 1995 with theperformance group  ”Latinos Unidos” that  Bruce formed on the campus of the University of Arizona (UA).  Around 1996  Mr. Bruce, Geraldo A. and Jessica Z.  then started a social dance group called “Ritmos Latinos“  at the UA. In 2000 Jason and Bruce wanted to expand this great venue of social connection off campus and created the Instructional group “SalsaSoulseros” with the help of  Ms. Jet.  Ms. Summer joined the group as a student in 2001 and is now a Nationally sought-after Master Instructor. Ms. Liz started out as a student during a High School Summer Program back in 2005 and is now one of our foundational movement Instructors! Our team strives to unite all good people…so much so that over these many years, 20 plus couples have met in our classes…some have taken the next step, married and created the next generation of  salsa kids around Tucson!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Frequently Asked Questions

 -My husband and I have never ever danced….can we just drop into any of your beginner classes or do we have to wait for a particular 6 week session?  You can just drop in at any time during the month into any of our on-going beginner classes and pay per class. Although, sessions are run in 6 week cycles with 2 weeks in between run as practice sessions….you are welcome to drop in. How long will it take to get the fundamentals? After completing 5 cycles most students will have mastered our foundational rotational dance curriculum. As always, our professional Latin dance instructors are always available to guide you upon your entry into a class and help you reach your goals at your own pace.  

-Are your classes for couples only? I am a single lady… can I come alone?  Our classes are primarily for individuals, but with the focus on teaching partner patterns and couple dancing techniques. Partners are not needed since we will pair you up during the class. We rotate quite often, thus making it easier to meet new friends….we have been very lucky in the past years,  in that, the number of respectful males participating in our classes sometimes even surpass that of ladies! Hence, if you are a single lady…this is a great place to meet a man that is respectful and eager to dance! Now as for those that come together as a couple, they are welcomed to participate together throughout the session or they can rotate with the other individuals in class.

-I have never danced and my wife says I have 2 left feet each missing a toe, can you help? Yes we can help… with the dancing…as for the missing toes, we can recommend a great Podiatrist and a cool Reconstructive Surgeon. As for the dancing, if you are willing to practice, are patient and have a humble attitude… then you may be able to convert one of those left feet,  to allow you to move and dance as a happy Salsero or Bachatero!

 -What type of shoes and clothing should I wear?  Wear comfortable clothing, ones that will allow you to move easily during the one hour class. As for the shoes, anything with smooth soles (jazz shoes, old sneakers and even socks) work best. High heels for the ladies are optional but not really recommended for an instructional session.

 -Does it matter which day we attend during the week?  Yes it does, because the monday classes are for beginners and the wednesday classes are for those with over 20 hours of training. Keep in mind that many intermediate to advanced students also attend the monday classes because they like reviewing the foundations of Bachata, Salsa and Merengue.

 -Can we pre-pay for a batch of dance classes or can we just drop in and pay as we go?  You can do both. We understand tight budgets so you can pay as you go or if you can obtain a package deal for a group of classes then you can save even more! Or you can pay per drop in class. For the hour rate and cost, click on the tab above.

-I have heard that your group is primarily a social instructional group, what does that mean? Our focus is to empower our students and to create social bonds that they can carry forever. We have been teaching the Tucson Community and University Students since 1995. We have seen many many many people grow out from their shyness, insecurities, nervousness, etc… into wonderful people with many friends. We consider our students to be more than just a body, in a class, fulfilling a quota, just there to learn some dance steps for the stage or competition on a TV show. Here, You become family and…over time you will develop the social skills that better that partner dance on and… off the dance floor.

 -I was looking forward to taking your Salsa Latin Dance classes again at the UA, …but what happened to the ones there at the Rec?  They were cut, just like we forewarned you in May. As we see in the world of Politics, where self-serving ersatz and maladroit individuals like Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid reign from their offices, so is the case there at the rec. Not focusing on the impact our classes had over the years on the students there, that one fragile individual’s ego  directed the decision to cut the programs and… replace them with the “performance and choregraphed” based ballroom classes. But no worries she didnt really affect us…cuz we’re still here! Plus your continued support and efforts in passing the good word about our on-going classes will always keep us connected to the students there at the UA!

Student Testimonials

“You guys and salsa have changed my life!”

-Stephanie G. UA BioChemist

“Im highly impressed with the quality of instructors at Salsa Soulseros! Also thank you for providing such a safe and fun environment where we can meet great people…..like….my now beautiful fiance!”

 -Gene P. Regional Accountant

“Im so glad that my husband has taken on Bachata dancing as a new hobby…I love that ‘he’ now loves to dance..thank you for being so patient with him as he learns!”

- Suzanne N. International Community Service

“Learning how to dance bachata has really changed my life and  I thank you!”

- Rob R. UA Distinguished Professor

” Summer, Liz and Bruce….your team is such an exceptional and professional group. I really appreciate your efforts!”  

- Steve B. UA Eller School Management

“OMG learning Bachata from you guys is so much damn fun. Its so fricking amazing… I love it!“

- Sandra T. Hospice Contractor

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