1. Did you choose to take salsa classes or bachata classes first, or both at the same time? How come?

I began with salsa and have only dabbled in bachata via the ladies styling bachata choreo program. When it comes to partner dancing, I enjoy salsa more, but I think I may be coming around to bachata :). I loved the choreography program and really enjoy dancing bachata solo.

2. At this point in your dancing journey, do you think you’ll go farther with salsa or with bachata, or equally far in both? How come?

I will for sure continue my salsa journey. I'd love to be killing it on the dance floor, especially when it comes to shines.

3. When you make mistakes in your salsa and bachata classes, how do you deal with them? 

It's all part of the process, so I'm great with it. Practicing outside of class is sooooo helpful. I would say for any new students that they should push past the discomfort of learning something new. It gets easier and more fun the more you stick with it. And practicing what you learned in class in between classes is a must.

4. If you had to choose between salsa and bachata to dance forever, which would you pick and why? What draws you to that style?

At this moment in time, I'd choose salsa. I love the rush I get from dancing and spinning so quickly. To me, it feels like the most fun cardio workout you could ever do, without feeling like you're working out.

5. How would you describe the atmosphere and community at Movers and Shakers Dance Academy? Is there a difference between the salsa and bachata students? 

The community is welcoming, encouraging, supportive, and loving. I've had nothing but positive experiences with instructors and students. I feel so fulfilled by the people I've met and collaborated in classes with and gone out for social dancing with.