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🕺💃 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.

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Group Classes

We have you covered! Whether you are a beginner to advanced dancer, transitioning from Salsa On1 to Salsa On2, an aspiring Bachata dancer, or want to learn Afro Cuban movement, we have a class for you.
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Private Lessons

Work one on one with our experienced salsa or bachata instructors. Our private lessons are for 2 people. Group privates are also available.

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
Want to check out a class? Are you not able to attend all 4 classes for the month? Then this option is for you. Drop in and dance!

Private dance lessons

1 Private Lesson
One on one attention to detail is one of the best ways to further progress your salsa danicng. A private lesson is 1 hour for up to 2 people.
3 Private Lesson Package
Consistency is key! The more you train, the more your body understands the muscle memory of dancing salsa. This package is for up to 2 people.

You’re Ready for Dance Shoes

About la mecca dance chicago

Laura Flores was born to dance and perform.  Laura is a professional salsa dancer, performer, and instructor with 15 years of experience. Her salsa dance career started with Taino Dance Company, under the direction of Paulina Rodriguez, where she first learned her On2 Salsa basic. From there, Laura went on to being a principal dancer with Descarga Caribe, under the direction of Sekou McMiller.
Over the years, Laura has Co-Owned Mixed Motion Art Dance Academy, voted “Best Dance Studio” by the Chicago Reader. She also co-directed the MMA Dance Company which competed at events such as the Salsa Summit and the Ultimate Latin Dance Championship, and is currently 5 time Salsa Champion. Laura also has extensive ballroom training specifically in the American Rhythm style. With this training, alongside her dance partner, Laura choreographed a Latin piece entitled, Sabroso, for the prestigious jazz company, Giordano Dance Chicago.

In 2018, Laura moved to New York City to train with world re-known, Yamulee Dance Company, in the

boogie down Bronx for 2 years. An absolute dream come true! This experience elevated her dance career and life. She took a step further and formed a ladies duo partnership with the amazing Jillian Bruno, which has debuted in New York City.

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.

La mecca dance chicago

Welcome to your favorite On2/NY style salsa classes in Chicago! We’ve got the 212-312-On2 Connection where you’ll learn the rhythm, create your style, and share your movement. You will learn that connection is everything. It’s more than salsa, it’s an experience.

Contact us

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Address

937 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA

Mail Us

info@lameccadancechicago.com

Phone

+1 312-857-8792