FAQ

About us

Ilias and Viky Baila Productions Latin Dance School directors have more than 20 years of experience in numerous dances: Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, African and of course Salsa! Both have a degree in education and teaching is their strength. Their main goal is to have you master effective techniques while having fun.

Do I need a partner to join the class?

Not at all! You can register with or without partner. We balance the men-women ratio carefully.

Do you have practice evenings?

On top of all of our events, we offer one practice every first friday of the month. Come and check out our students dancing in our MEDIA PHOTOS and VIDEOS section. Also, during registration we will give a list of places to go out dancing Salsa.

How long will it take me to learn Salsa?

It all depends on your goals. If you want to learn the basic to be able to dance in Cuba, 1 or 2 sessions are enough. If you want to push it further and want to go out dancing in clubs 1 to 3 sessions. If you want to perform on stage, 1 year and more!!! But one thing is for sure, after the first class you will be able to dance salsa!!!!

How many instructors teach the classes?

At Baila Productions, classes are always given by 2 instructors that have many years of experience in dance as well as in teaching. We will show you, step by step, with our easy to follow teaching method, how to dance Salsa, Merengue, ChaChaCha and Bachata.

How many students are in the classes?

Usually, there are 20 to 30 students per group. There is always 2 teachers per group and also dancers from higher levels that come to assist us.

How old are the students?

The age of our students varies between 14 and 77(and more!!!)

Terms and conditions

1. Missed classes are not refundable or replaceable.
2. No audio or videotaping is allowed during class.
3. Half Price for retakes is valid for beginner and Inter 1 classes.
4. Please close your cell phone before class.
5. For insurance reasons no children under 14 are allowed in class (it?s break time for you!!!).
6. Refund of remaining classes is valid with a 48h notification.

What do you offer?

1. Four Latin Dances: Salsa, Merengue, Cha-Cha-Cha and Bachata
2. Highly concentrated fun
3. Always Two teachers per class
4. The best Balanced ratio of men/women in the business
5. Spacious studios
6. Flexible paiement plans
7. Instructional DVD available
8. Frequent music suggestions
9. Practice evening 1st friday of the month
10. Events and shows

What kind of clothes and shoes should I wear?

Comfortable clothes and shoes that don't have a rubber sole. Because when we will be starting to spin you'll be glued to the ground!

Where can I find Latin music?

You can visit Archambault music downtown, they have an excellent selection of Latin music. Also, you can use the iTunes software to find and download songs. Here are some suggestions: Sonora Carruseles, Elvis Crespo,Tito puente, Celia Cruz, Africando, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Hector Lavoe, Yuri Buenaventura.

Why take lessons at Baila Productions?

We offer the most qualified teachers in the business. All of our teachers are professional salsa performers and have strong background in multiple other dances. Our directors have a B.A. in Psychoeducation and Education respectively and use a very effective teaching method. You will learn fast and enjoy yourselves at the same time. At the end of the session, you'll be amazed of what you've learned!!!

You will have fun, we take our teaching seriously but we don't take ourselves seriously. Our main goal is to provide you with a fun and relaxed environment where it will be easier to learn.