Estilo Dance Studio

Mike Andino, Delilah, Jose Maldonado, and the entire staff at Estilo are the best in the area. Beginners are welcomed and you will feel at ease with everyone their.
They also continue to add additional classes for the more advanced dancers. The classes are fun and just can’t say enough about the staff, and the students in the class make it very enjoyable.

Honestly, there are moments when I forget that I’m even in a dance studio (in a good way). Michael and the other instructors, as well as students, have made this place feel more like a home with a lot of fun.
I have been taking salsa lessons here since May 2015 and I see myself sticking with this place for a long time. Mike is incredibly patient with us as well as direct and clear with his instruction. I’ve also taken bachata and styling classes here, since they’re pretty awesome with providing a variety of dance style instruction.
Outside of class, Mike and the staff do a lot of social events and performances to take what you learn in class and actually is it in a social setting. They’re generally held at Brasil’s or Lucha Cartel in Old City.
If you’re hesitant about looking silly, don’t worry, that’s why everyone else is there! I was a mess when I first went, but I’m less of one each week I go :)
*Parking is street parking, and I’ve never had an issue. The neighborhood may be a little intimidating, but I’ve never had a problem! Just exercise diligence with your surroundings.

I’ve been taking salsa lessons with Michael Andino at Estilo Dance Studio for a couple of months now, initially I was just looking for a fun new interest and I definitely found it! Sometimes learning something new can be intimidating, but not with Mike, he is a very patient instructor and he has a unique ability to provide such clear instruction that it makes learning a truly enjoyable experience. He clearly has mastered his teaching style, when taking lessons with him you may become surprised with how effective he is at teaching the class, enabling each student to progress in the dance. Though, it has just been a short time since I started lessons with him, it’s very obvious how his love and enthusiasm for the dance and teaching is conveyed to his students. Mike is also an amazing dancer and dance lead, which makes dancing with him a great dancing and learning experience. Also, considering his artistry, he is quite humble and genuine, clearly apparent in how courteous he is to his students. I also like it that free parking is readily available near Estilo Dance Studio, the class prices are very reasonable, the studio is spacious, and my classmates are very nice as well. I definitely will continue to take classes with Mike at Estilo Dance Studio.

I’ve been going to Estilo Dance Studio since they first opened their doors. It is one of the most warm and friendly dance studios out there, the founder, Mike Andino, has a real and genuine passion for teaching, and does a great job to accommodate all levels and all ages to make it a great learning experience. Highly recommended to anyone looking to break out of their shell and try something different. The kids program is also excellent.

I haven’t been to the studio, but would like to review one of the teachers. His name is George Dennis and it is my understanding that he teaches at Estilo. I can’t believe that his name was not mentioned here! George was a substitute teacher for a salsa I class at our studio yesterday. We really didn’t expect him nor didn’t know what to expect, but what a treat! After the usual warm-​up, he noticed that we haven’t yet learned certain steps and gently and quickly guided us through them. He was humorous, but not excessively so, and attentive to individual students, though he didn’t take too much time away from the rest of the class. In what seems like a matter of minutes, we were all dancing (well…beginner dancing) incorporating all of our newly learned steps. Polite, attentive, funny, patient… I can’t say enough good things about this teacher. I rarely write reviews on websites, but I felt compelled to recommend him.

Estilo Dance Studio is fun and challenging… I have been a student of Mike Andino’s since 2004 I really value the non-​judgmental, fun and professional attitude he and his fellow instructors show at this studio. No matter if you are a beginner or advanced student there are always new and exciting techniques to learn.

Estilo Dance Studio is a wonderfully welcoming place! Mike Andino has the best teaching method I’ve ever seen in a salsa instructor, he really can fix your two left feet and make you feel great while he’s doing it. The studio accommodates everyone from beginners, through intermediate club dancers who want to improve their technique, up to the serious performance junkies who want a shot at the stage. The kids’ classes are also great, there’s no age-​inappropriate attitude and everyone has fun and learns something.

Took the Beginner’s Salsa class that goes on every Thursday night.
The class was definitely a little bit crowded but a lot of fun if you’ve never taken a class before.
I was really impressed with the instructor, Mike. Definitely made it a lot of fun.
I would recommend going to the class with an open mind and short sleeves! (Gets a little sweaty and humid.)