LATIN PASSION DANCE ACADEMY
welcome!
Latin Passion Dance Academy is dedicated to teaching dancers of all levels, from novice to experienced, in Salsa and Bachata. More importantly, we love being part of your dance journey, taking you from your very first steps to being an enthusiastic, passionate dancer.
3-4 Week Crash Courses
If you want to learn salsa and bachata for social dancing, but don't want to waste time or money without seeing results, our crash courses are for you. In just 3-4 weeks, our beginner classes will give you the solid foundations you need to hit the dance floor with confidence. Feel free to send us an email if you don't see our schedule listed here (below) or on our social media pages. We'd be happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information: LATINPASSIONDANCE@GMAIL.COM
IN-STUDIO CLASSES : PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR SCHEDULE BELOW and let's start your dance journey together! 🌟
** NOTE: we are also available for public and private events, celebrations, private classes, etc.
STUDIO LOCATION: 1106 Dearness Drive, Unit 1 & 2; London
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📣More breaking news!!!! We are super excited to share that we are hosting another SALSA WORKSHOP with international guest instructor JUAN CALDERON‼️
🗓 SUNDAY afternoon, APRIL 6, 2025
LONDON
Sorry for the "last minute" announcement, but the opportunity JUST came up... one of the most respected peers in the salsa/latin dance community is flying in this week and we cannot help ourselves. [A vacation is not a vacation for dancers and especially instructors unless there's a social and/or a workshop involved... iykyk 😁😅😉]
**** PLEASE READ THE WORKSHOP NOTES BELOW FOR INFORMATION ABOUT EACH OF THE WORKSHOP, and in particular, the prerequisite for workshops #3 and #4. ****
E-transfer: latinpassiondance@gmail.com
WORKSHOP # 1: open level oDetails: Join Juan for an introduction to his "Secrets of Salsa." oThe first hour is on us because we want everyone to be able to attend and enjoy all the valuable dance tips Juan has to offer. oWho is this class for? EVERYONE! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, all are welcome to join in on the fun. oF R E E * o*Registration required by email for attendance purposes to: latinpassiondance@gmail.com
WORKSHOP #3 - Intermediate Level Salsa Secrets Class •Focus: Come dance with Juan in this fun and engaging workshop where we will dive into the secrets of salsa at an intermediate level and beyond! Let's work on enhancing your skills and dancing effortlessly with confidence. •Prerequisite: Completion of first 2 hours of Salsa workshops or over 3 years of Salsa lessons. •$30/pp
WORKSHOP # 2 - Bridging the Gap from Beginner to the next level •Focus: Let's continue exploring Juan's Secrets of Salsa and learn how to level up from a beginner to an intermediate dancer. It's all about taking your skills to the next level! 💃🕺🌟 •Prerequisite: Attend the first hour or have at least a year of Salsa lessons under your belt. •$20/pp
WORKSHOP # 4 - Mastering Leading and Following at Intermediate level or above • oDetails: Let's spend this hour focusing on honing our skills to become the most loved dance partners of the night. Let's become Salsa masters in Leading & Following at an Advanced Intermediate level or above! 🌟 Let's dance our way to success together! oPrerequisite: Completion of all 3 previous hours or over 5 years of Salsa lessons. o$60/pp
ALL ABOARD!
Join us aboard the historic DUC D'ORLEANS II, on MAY 24/2025 for a night of salsa, bachata and more!
Set against the stunning backdrop of the St Clair river in SARNIA, the rooftop dancefloor awaits under the sky filled with stars at sunset. Joining us, will be DJ HERNANDEZ, and you know that he will keep the salsa and bachata music flowing as you dance the night away. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of dancing, laughter, and cruise enjoyment, rain or shine!
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Hurry and secure your tickets early—three tiers of sales mean the sooner you buy, the better the price. Remember, tickets are FINAL SALE AND NON-REFUNDABLE, and are available until sale end date or sold out, so don't delay! Are you ready? DON'T EXPERIENCE FOMO - get your ticket(s) now.
Tickets range from $40/pp [FLASH SALE] to $60/pp [REGULAR PRICE]
Salsa Wednesdays
** weekly dance socials**
Latin Passion Dance Academy invites you to join us every week for salsa night, featuring salsa music along with a mix of bachata, merengue, and cha cha! The evening is open to dancers of all levels, from beginners to experienced salsa dancers.
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🕖 8pm Dance lesson - easy to learn, easy to follow (by Latin Passion Dance or guest instructors)
💃8:45-11:30pm DJ music & Dance Social
🎟 $10/cover [$5/students with valid school ID] - cash, e-transfer, tap (debit/credit) ** please note that occasionally, the price may be subject to change depending on if we have special guest instructors and/or guest DJs.
📍WHERE: PEPPERMOON RESTAURANT located at 1100 Commissioners Rd EAST *** PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT for events/social dance updates @latinpassiondanceyxu ***
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ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER & DANCE GALA, DEC 2ND, 2023
MARCONI CLUB, LONDON, ONTARIO
Downtown London Street Salsa
During the warmer months (MAY TO SEPTEMBER), Latin Passion Dance Academy brings you regular street salsa nights in Downtown London . Since 2022, LPDA has hosted these in partnership with the City of London as part of their weekly activations on Dundas Place. We are proud to say that STREET SALSA FRIDAY has become a very popular outdoor weekly event.
2024: STREET SALSA FRIDAYS IS BACK ON MAY 3RD!!!!
This season, we are thrilled to announce that we will be co-hosting with the amazing folks at Casa Latina in addition to Dundas Place. We are so grateful to bring this special event to Londoners and visitors EVERY FRIDAY from May 3rd to September 27, 2024. The main location will be under the enchanting light canopy of Market Lane, 137 Dundas Street.
While the event is dependent on the weather, our partnership with Casa Latina gives us a backup plan that may allow us to move indoors if needed. Please keep in mind that there may be a couple of Fridays where another community event takes place at the same location. FOLLOW US ON THE DOWNTOWN LONDON STREET SALSA FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPDATES.
Thank you for joining us in creating this vibrant and
inclusive community event!
FREE EVENT, ALL AGES AND ABILITIES WELCOME!
STREET SALSA FRIDAYS WILL RETURN MAY 2nd, 2025
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INSTRUCTORS
Latin Passion Dance Academy (London) was founded by Fernando Benevides and his partner Anna Marie in 2020.
Fernando has been dancing Salsa for over 30 years, and although his competition days are behind him, Fernando continuously works to improve his style and technique through workshops and working on his own choreography and movement. As a teacher Fernando loves to share his passion for the dance, and focuses on musicality, timing and rhythm when teaching on the dance floor. "You cannot get enough basics"
When she is not assisting in the studio classes, Anna Marie also loves organizing and event planning, all things Salsa dance related. You can find her co-hostessing with Fernando at the weekly #Salsawednesday socials, or working on the business administration side for the studio.
In addition to dancing, Fernando and Anna Marie are also very proud of their partnership with some incredibly talented artists, musicians, and promoters that collectively, call London their home. Together these artists work on showcasing their love and passion for music, art and dance of all genres.
