Beginners start here
🕺💃 Ready to Learn Salsa? Join Us for a Fun Beginner’s Class! 💃🕺
Have you always wanted to learn salsa but weren’t sure where to start? Now is your chance! Our Beginner Salsa Intensive Pop Up is perfect for complete beginners with no experience, and we’re excited to welcome YOU to join our vibrant dance community!
**What to Expect**:
– **Fun & Easy-to-Follow Lessons**: Our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step through the basics of salsa, making sure you feel confident and comfortable from the very first class.
– **No Partner Needed**: Come solo or with a friend—either way, you’ll have plenty of chances to dance and meet new people!
– **Stay Active & Energized**: Salsa is not only fun but a great way to stay fit and energized while learning something new.
– **Welcoming Community**: Whether you’re learning for fun, fitness, or to impress on the dance floor, you’ll feel right at home with our supportive and friendly community.
**Why Choose Us**:
– No experience required! We’ll teach you everything you need to know.
– Two convenient weekends to choose from to fit your schedule.
– A relaxed, upbeat atmosphere where learning is fun and engaging.
Your 212-312-On2 Connection starts here.
Group Classes
Private Lessons
Group Class Schedule
We’ve got the 212-312-On2 connection in Chicago! Dance with us in our session based or drop in classes. Or take advantage of our La Mecca Membership!
MONDAY: Afro Cuban Fusion
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
TUESDAY: Shines & Partnerwork 101 Advanced Beginner
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
La Mecca Performance Team
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
WEDNESDAY: Shines & Partnerwork 212 Intermediate
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Basics Refresher Beginner Series
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
THURSDAY: Salsa Elite 312
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Spinning Technique
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
*La Mecca Membership*
Gain access to multiple classes by becoming a La Mecca member. Your membership includes 1 group class/4 week session plus half off additional classes per session (not including Elite 312). Save money and dance more!
Afro Cuban Fusion
with Adonys Gonzalez
Monday: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Session begins on November 4th
4 Week Session or Drop In
Shines & Partnerwork 101: Advanced Beginner
Tuesday: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Session begins on October 29th
4 Week Session or Drop In
Shines & Partnerwork 212: Intermediate
Wednesday: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Session begins on October 30th
4 Week Session or Drop In
Basics Refresher Beginner Series
with Destiny Rivera
Wednesday: 8:30pm-10:00pm
Session begins on October 30th
4 Week Session or Drop In
Salsa Elite 312
Thursday: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Session begins on October 31st
4 Week Session
Spinning Technique
Thursday: 8:30pm-10:00pm
Session begins on October 31st
4 Week Session or Drop In
DROP IN CLASS
Private dance lessons
1 Private Lesson
3 Private Lesson Package
About la mecca dance chicago
In 2018, Laura moved to New York City to train with world re-known, Yamulee Dance Company, in the
Now, Laura has ventured off to start a new chapter of her dance career back in Chicago. She is Founder and Owner of La Mecca Dance Chicago, La Mecca Magazine, and La Mecca Dance Wear. La Mecca Dance Chicago is Chicago’s premier dance studio for training salsa On2. Laura’s expertise, knowledge, and experience from her training at Yamulee, is now being shared and cultivated in Chicago. She brought NYC (212) to Chicago (312) to create high level dancers. Laura’s passion and love for salsa On2 has more projects and endeavors on the horizon.
Thank you!
La Mecca Dance Chicago’s 3rd Anniversary Brillamos Juntos Gala was an incredible night! Thank you to all of the performers including Desueno Dance Company, Jackie&Rafa, and La Mecca’s Performance Team, our guest MC Lola Madison, La Mecca’s Elite Team, DJ El Caobo, Mindflix, Fulton Street Collective, our special guest instructor from NYC, Melany Mercedes, local Chicago instructor, Daniel Ramirez, and YOU for making this an unforgettable night.