Summer Session 2026
To register: Click Here and go to > Adult Health and Fitness > Azucar Latin Dance Instruction. Use the class code # to search for the correct class. See below for class descriptions
Wednesday 7/01 - 8/19 - 8 weeks
8pm - Int/Adv Cuban Salsa Rueda - #36100
Wednesday 7/01 - 7/22 - 4 weeks
7pm - Intermediate Cumbia - #36106
Wednesday 7/29 - 8/19 - 4 weeks
7pm - Intermediate Casino- #36101
Wednesday 7/01 - 8/19 - 8 weeks
8pm - Int/Adv Cuban Salsa Rueda - #36100
Wednesday 7/01 - 7/22 - 4 weeks
7pm - Intermediate Cumbia - #36106
Wednesday 7/29 - 8/19 - 4 weeks
7pm - Intermediate Casino- #36101
Class Descriptions
Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda - 8 weeks
Dancers who already know the foundation rueda moves as well as some combinations are welcome to join the advanced class where we will explore advanced figures and elevate our technique, partnering skills and musicality. During the summer session we will focus on lead and follow tension, lead and follow switching, and inside out ruedas. No Partner needed. Taught by Vito Garcia. Class takes place at Sheldon Community Center.
Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - 4 weeks
For dancers who know the basics of Cuban salsa (guapea, vacilala, enchufla, dile que no). This 4-week series builds confidence and connection through leading and following skills, refining frame, timing, and communication while exploring playful variations. No partner required. Taught by Juan Garcia. Class takes place at Sheldon Community Center.
Intermediate Cumbia - 4 weeks
Take your cumbia to the next level! This class builds on the basics with new steps, turns, and partner combinations while adding musicality and styling. Strengthen your rhythm, connection, and confidence so you can dance with more ease and flair at any social event. No Partner needed. Taught by Juan Garcia. Class takes place at Sheldon Community Center.
Dancers who already know the foundation rueda moves as well as some combinations are welcome to join the advanced class where we will explore advanced figures and elevate our technique, partnering skills and musicality. During the summer session we will focus on lead and follow tension, lead and follow switching, and inside out ruedas. No Partner needed. Taught by Vito Garcia. Class takes place at Sheldon Community Center.
Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - 4 weeks
For dancers who know the basics of Cuban salsa (guapea, vacilala, enchufla, dile que no). This 4-week series builds confidence and connection through leading and following skills, refining frame, timing, and communication while exploring playful variations. No partner required. Taught by Juan Garcia. Class takes place at Sheldon Community Center.
Intermediate Cumbia - 4 weeks
Take your cumbia to the next level! This class builds on the basics with new steps, turns, and partner combinations while adding musicality and styling. Strengthen your rhythm, connection, and confidence so you can dance with more ease and flair at any social event. No Partner needed. Taught by Juan Garcia. Class takes place at Sheldon Community Center.
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Fall/Winter/Spring sessions 2027
Wednesday 9/9 - 10/28 - 8 weeks
7pm- Beginner Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
8pm - Intermediate Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
Wednesday 11/4 - 12/16 - 6 weeks (no class on 11/11)
7pm - All-Levels Cuban Son - #
8pm - Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - #
Wednesday 1/6 - 2/24 - 8 weeks
7pm- Beginner Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
8pm - Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
Wednesday 3/3 - 4/21 - 8 weeks
7pm - Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - #
8pm - Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
Wednesday 4/28 - 6/16 - 8 weeks
7pm - Beginner Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
8pm - All-Levels Cuban Son - #
Wednesday July-August
Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda
To register: Click Here and go to > Adult Health and Fitness > Azucar Latin Dance Instruction. Use the class code # to search for the correct class. See below for class descriptions
7pm- Beginner Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
8pm - Intermediate Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
Wednesday 11/4 - 12/16 - 6 weeks (no class on 11/11)
7pm - All-Levels Cuban Son - #
8pm - Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - #
Wednesday 1/6 - 2/24 - 8 weeks
7pm- Beginner Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
8pm - Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
Wednesday 3/3 - 4/21 - 8 weeks
7pm - Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - #
8pm - Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
Wednesday 4/28 - 6/16 - 8 weeks
7pm - Beginner Cuban Salsa Rueda - #
8pm - All-Levels Cuban Son - #
Wednesday July-August
Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda
To register: Click Here and go to > Adult Health and Fitness > Azucar Latin Dance Instruction. Use the class code # to search for the correct class. See below for class descriptions
Class Descriptions
Beginner Cuban Salsa Rueda - 8 weeks
Learn this vibrant group dance where dancers switch partners in a circle to the call of a leader. In the first half of the class participants will learn the foundation moves of Guapea, Dile que no/Dame, Vacila, Exhibela, and Enchufla. In the second half of the class we will be putting these moves together to form more advanced combinations that will allow you to join rueda dances at social events. No partner or prior experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and be ready to have fun! Taught by Vito Garcia
Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda - 8 weeks
Dancers who already know the foundation rueda moves as well as some combinations are welcome to join this class where we will explore advanced figures and elevate our technique, partnering skills and musicality. No Partner needed. Taught by Vito Garcia
Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - 7-8 weeks
For dancers who know the basics of Cuban salsa (guapea, vacilala, enchufla, dile que no). This series builds confidence and connection through leading and following skills, refining frame, timing, and communication while exploring playful variations. No partner required. Taught by Vito Garcia
All-Levels Cuban Son Dance - 7-8 weeks
Discover the beauty and elegance of Cuban Son, a rich dance that blends African and Spanish music traditions and influenced modern day salsa. This all-levels class focuses on contratiempo timing, musicality, and partner connection while exploring classic Son patterns and styling. Knowledge of basic salsa steps is helpful. No partner needed. Taught by Juan Garcia
Learn this vibrant group dance where dancers switch partners in a circle to the call of a leader. In the first half of the class participants will learn the foundation moves of Guapea, Dile que no/Dame, Vacila, Exhibela, and Enchufla. In the second half of the class we will be putting these moves together to form more advanced combinations that will allow you to join rueda dances at social events. No partner or prior experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and be ready to have fun! Taught by Vito Garcia
Advanced Cuban Salsa Rueda - 8 weeks
Dancers who already know the foundation rueda moves as well as some combinations are welcome to join this class where we will explore advanced figures and elevate our technique, partnering skills and musicality. No Partner needed. Taught by Vito Garcia
Intermediate Cuban Salsa Partnering (Casino) - 7-8 weeks
For dancers who know the basics of Cuban salsa (guapea, vacilala, enchufla, dile que no). This series builds confidence and connection through leading and following skills, refining frame, timing, and communication while exploring playful variations. No partner required. Taught by Vito Garcia
All-Levels Cuban Son Dance - 7-8 weeks
Discover the beauty and elegance of Cuban Son, a rich dance that blends African and Spanish music traditions and influenced modern day salsa. This all-levels class focuses on contratiempo timing, musicality, and partner connection while exploring classic Son patterns and styling. Knowledge of basic salsa steps is helpful. No partner needed. Taught by Juan Garcia
Coming Soon!
Rueda Calling and Musicality Class
Learn moves to call during the Intro, Son, Mambo and Bomba sections of a Timba song, calling basics and tips and tricks and musicality. No partner needed. Must have been dancing rueda de casino for at least 6 months. Taught by Vito Garcia.
Intermediate Cumbia
Take your cumbia to the next level! This class builds on the basics with new steps, turns, and partner combinations while adding musicality and styling. Strengthen your rhythm, connection, and confidence so you can dance with more ease and flair at any social event. No Partner needed. Taught by Juan Garcia.
Learn moves to call during the Intro, Son, Mambo and Bomba sections of a Timba song, calling basics and tips and tricks and musicality. No partner needed. Must have been dancing rueda de casino for at least 6 months. Taught by Vito Garcia.
Intermediate Cumbia
Take your cumbia to the next level! This class builds on the basics with new steps, turns, and partner combinations while adding musicality and styling. Strengthen your rhythm, connection, and confidence so you can dance with more ease and flair at any social event. No Partner needed. Taught by Juan Garcia.
