Student Spotlight:

Mark Antal

Salsa Student

Mark started his salsa journey as a fun way to unwind and break up the week. For him, dancing is all about enjoying the moment—even when mistakes happen, he just smiles through them and keeps going. One of his most unexpected dance experiences was at a tailgate in San Diego, proving that salsa can happen anywhere!

Dancing salsa has become a midweek escape that helps Mark relax and recharge. He describes the atmosphere at Movers and Shakers Dance Academy as communal—a welcoming space where everyone comes together to share the joy of dance.

Mark shares his dance journey through the following interview questions.

1) How did your interest in salsa dancing begin?

Looking for a fun wrecking activity.

2) How do you deal with mistakes while learning to dance salsa?

Just smile through it :)

3) What’s a time you found yourself unexpectedly dancing salsa in a unique or unusual place. Where were you, and how did it go down?

At a tailgate in San Diego.

4) In what ways has dancing salsa improved your life in general?

Nice way to let loose mid week.

5) How would you describe the atmosphere and community at Movers and Shakers Dance Academy?

Communal.