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Dance Blog & Tips
Beginner-friendly guides to salsa, wedding first dances and choosing a class, from Alina and the Quartier Latin team.
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Beginner7 Beginner Dance Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
After 19 years of teaching beginners, here are the patterns I see, and how to fast-track your progress.
GuideLatin vs. Ballroom: Which Dance Style Is Right for You?
Hips or hold, rhythm or glide: 6 differences between Latin and ballroom dance, and how to tell which one is yours.
LessonsWhy Private Lessons Are Worth the Investment
The fastest path to becoming a confident dancer, and why group classes aren't always enough.
WeddingParent-Child Wedding Dances in Montreal: Start Here
Two dances, two different jobs. Pick yours and go straight to the full guide.
WeddingYour Wedding First Dance: Song, Style and Lesson Plan
Pick the song, choose a style that suits you both, and rehearse in the right order. The plan from first conversation to last run-through.
CouplesValentine's Day in Montreal: A Dance Lesson Date Night
Dinner reservations are easy to find. An evening you will still talk about in March takes a little more planning.
FitnessDance Fitness: The Most Fun Way to Stay Active
Done with the gym and out of breath on the stairs? A salsa and bachata class works your heart, legs and balance, and no fitness level is required.
WaltzThe Elegance of Waltz: A Beginner's Journey
Step into the world's most romantic ballroom dance and learn why the waltz has enchanted dancers for centuries.
TangoArgentine Tango: The Dance of Intensity and Connection
Master the world's most passionate dance and discover why tango is as much a conversation as it is a dance.
Gift IdeasHe Says He Can't Dance? A Gift for a Boyfriend or Husband in Montreal
He says he has two left feet. Good. That is the whole plan.
Paso DoblePaso Doble: The Dramatic Dance of Theater and Passion
Step into the arena with the most theatrical Latin dance, where every movement tells a story of power and passion.
JiveJive: The High-Energy Dance That Will Transform Your Fitness
Get ready to sweat, smile, and swing with the most athletic of all Latin dances.
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