Dance instruction
Create, Express & Grow Through DanceSalsa Lessons, Workshops & Online Courses
How would you like to…
learn
to dance salsa or improve your dance technique
express
yourself authentically, fearlessly and musically
move
your body with precision, fluidity and confidence
enjoy
a deeper level of connection with another person
Salsa dancing has been a passion and career of mine for over 20 years and is the reason for many of my travels, adventures, happiest moments, and deepest friendships.
Adding quality instruction, a healthy learning environment and the right teacher to your journey, can take your dancing to the next level, so that you too can enjoy the numerous benefits of this dance and community.
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My Philosophy: Learn the rules. Master the rules. Break the rules.
I found my passion for Salsa Dancing early on in life and feel fortunate to have been able to nurture that passion into a successful global career that has spanned over 2 decades, 80 countries, thousands of workshops, and impacted students from all walks of life.
Through dedication to my craft and building relationships, I took my self-taught approach and lack of formal dance instruction and created one of the most respected and reputable brands in the industry.
By staying true to my values and challenging cultural norms, I have contributed to the creative evolution of this dance, opened career doors for solo female artists, and empowered dancers at all levels to express themselves authentically.
An open mind, a healthy body, uninhibited creativity, and profound connections are the pillars of my expression in my performances, my teaching methodology, my social dancing, and all of my social interactions. By focusing on the technical side of dance and movement as well as possible psychological and emotional obstacles, I am able to provide my students with powerful mental and technical growth.
My desire is to teach and motivate people to be better dancers and inspire them to grow as individuals through detail-rich instruction that emphasizes building a strong technical foundation, having purpose, and always finding the positive in every moment.
Through an increased curiosity, a deeper self-awareness and creative expression built upon appreciation and respect for the human element, I believe we can achieve higher levels of enjoyment in our dancing and our connections with our partners and our community.
dancing & Mpowerment
ON THE SURFACE, salsa dancing often just looks like two people having fun while somehow moving gracefully and in harmony with each other. But to create a fluid, seamless, responsive, and dynamic connection between two strangers in an improvised dance is much more involved than it may appear.
EACH DANCER HAS TO BE self-aware, confident in their abilities, focused on their partner while also processing multiple stimuli, get creative in how they express themselves, accommodate their partners interpretation, and always stay calm and adaptable when presented with the unexpected.
THESE INSIGHTS ARE the inspiration for Mpowered w/ Magna. Mpowered coaching helps increase your awareness and confidence, conquer obstacles, renew your motivation to achieve your goals, develop your authentic voice, communicate with conviction, and develop respectful and mutually beneficial relationships.
Professional Dance Services
Private Coaching, Couples, Small Groups & Events
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My goal is to help you understand your body, reinforce good technique, get creative, increase your confidence, and express yourself.
- Target the technical side of dance and movement
- Tackle psychological and emotional obstacles to learning
- Overcome the challenges to your growth and authentic expression
You will learn the details of body movement and technique which are seamlessly integrated with my philosophy on partner-work, intention and creating meaningful connections.
Tailor Your experience
Whether I am instructing a group of 500+ people, a small group, or a one-on-one session, as my student, you will always feel personally attended to and leave our sessions with a deeper understanding, greater self-awareness, new skills, and an increased sense of confidence.
Popular dance topics include: spin technique, footwork, body movement, lead-follow partner-work technique, musicality, salsa fundamentals, social dance fundamentals and etiquette.
Whatever your needs, we will work together to create a personalized plan just for you or your event.
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Convenient & Accessible Online CoursesResults Based Dance Courses
These self-paced online courses are designed to produce results.
By following the course outlines and dedicating time to practice, you are guaranteed to see progress in your skills, understanding and technique.
Supplement your courses with the Dance Database Membership to get access to a wealth of tutorials, drills and full class replays, covering the essentials of dance fundamentals, footwork, spins, body movement, partner work and mindset development.
Learn at your own pace with tips and techniques that you can apply immediately and effectively.
Master Your Multiples
A proven step-by-step Salsa Spins Program to improve your technique, overcome your struggles, and increase your comfort with multiple spins.
Learn8 – Flare & Hook Turn
Practice your speed & precision with this Salsa footwork combo.
Dance Database Membership
Unlimited access to fun, challenging & informative salsa dance tutorials, live class replays & tips.
Masterclass: Footwork & Creativity
Learn how to get creative while mastering precision, speed, and control in your footwork.
Masterclass: Pivots, Turns & Spins
Techniques to be more grounded, centered, and fluid in your turns, and spins.
Masterclass: Fundamentals
Learn and master the techniques to become a more grounded and confident dancer.
Spin Technique 1 – Solo Axis Spin Fundamentals
Everything you need to know about how to execute clean and precise single solo Salsa spins, On1 & On2. For men & women.
Beginner Salsa 1 – Solo Fundamentals
Learn the basics of Salsa dancing so you can step on to the dance floor with confidence.
Master Your Multiples
A proven step-by-step Salsa Spins Program to improve your technique, overcome your struggles, and increase your comfort with multiple spins.
Learn8 – Flare & Hook Turn
Practice your speed & precision with this Salsa footwork combo.
Dance Database Membership
Unlimited access to fun, challenging & informative salsa dance tutorials, live class replays & tips.
Masterclass: Footwork & Creativity
Learn how to get creative while mastering precision, speed, and control in your footwork.
Masterclass: Pivots, Turns & Spins
Techniques to be more grounded, centered, and fluid in your turns, and spins.
Masterclass: Fundamentals
Learn and master the techniques to become a more grounded and confident dancer.
Spin Technique 1 – Solo Axis Spin Fundamentals
Everything you need to know about how to execute clean and precise single solo Salsa spins, On1 & On2. For men & women.
Beginner Salsa 1 – Solo Fundamentals
Learn the basics of Salsa dancing so you can step on to the dance floor with confidence.
Fitness Training To Enhance Your Dancing
Elevate your dance journey and enhance your overall well-being with my QFit workouts, created by a dancer specifically for dancers.
These workouts are designed to support your dance training while promoting a healthy lifestyle. With a focus on improving strength, flexibility, endurance, and overall fitness levels, these workouts offer tailored exercises to complement your dance practice.
Whether you’re aiming to cross-train, enhance your performance on the dance floor, or maintain a balanced fitness routine, QFit provide the perfect supplement to your dance training regimen.
QFIT Collection At-Home Fitness Program
Over 60 days of balanced at-home exercise routines and functional movement training to strengthen, tone and stretch the entire body. For dancers & fitness enthusiasts.
Sun Salutations – Daily Wellness Practice
A quick & effective sequence to energize, stretch & strengthen your body.
QFIT 7-Day At-Home Workouts
A complete 7-day workout routine incorporating stretching, strength building, and endurance training with Yoga, Circuit, and Tabata/HIIT workouts.
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Dancer & Choreographer for Mano, short film & winner of Best Cinematography at the Sol Dance Film Festival
Performed xylophone intro for Grammy Nominated New Swing Sextet, Salsa Band, NY
Shared the stage with Jimmy Bosch, El Gran Combo, Mambo Legends, The Bronx Horns, Tito Nieves, and other famous Latin Bands.
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