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Daniel C.
Bachata
April 25, 2017
A M A Z I N G place! From the instructors to Rachael who is at the front. Such an amazing place to learn new dance moves and meet awesome like minded people. Tony has built a great community and vibe and you feel it as soon as you walk in. 100% recommend.
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T P.
Bachata
April 11, 2017
Come for the dance, stay for the community. The people here are so nice and welcoming. The studio has become like a second home to me. I have been to other dance studios and feel that this place is unique in its special community atmosphere.
As far as the dancing goes, the instructors are extremely talented (both as dancers and as teachers), and they make the classes really fun. The studio offers different levels of instruction to tailor to varying levels of competency, which keeps the classes accessible and challenging. Their 8 week courses are so helpful for social dancing because they introduce moves that are easy to replicate on the dance floor and they give plenty of opportunity for repetition so you can really get it into your muscle memory. As a beginner lead, I was able to lead a girl through a whole song after only one 8 week course! Awesome!!
The studio also doubles as a cafe, and their coffee is DELICIOUS!!
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Mark L.
Bachata
March 19, 2017
Great vibe, nice people, great dancers and classes. Amazing studio where you don't feel judged but supported. Love this place!
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Aymara D.
Bachata
September 26, 2016
I can't say enough great things about Studio Maesto. Tony the studio owner and all of the instructors are great at motivating all the students! If you are looking to learn salsa + bachata this is the place to be! You will definitely leave with a smile on your face!
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Stephanie N.
Bachata
September 22, 2016
I have always wanted to learn salsa and I put it off for years! I finally committed and started taking classes 7 weeks ago at Studio Maesto. I regret waiting so long because I am having so much fun. The beginner classes are for anyone who wants to learn. Zero experience required. Rodrigo breaks down the moves so it's not intimidating and it's actually really easy to learn. Classes are affordable and I have made some good friends since being there. Private classes are great excelling quickly and correcting bad habits. They always have fun parties and are very warm and welcoming.
Parking has never been an issue. I come from Echo Park every Monday and Wednesday to Santa Monica and the commute is not bad at all 35-40 minutes max.
I have been recommending it to everyone!
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Tanda M.
Bachata
May 22, 2016
I go there for the Kizomba class and social!! I love it. There seems to be only one main studio and the entrance is on the side. Brings me back to my training in dance. There's a patio area outside for sitting, eating and socializing. Nice space inside too. Good lighting. Hardwood floors. Large bathroom parking can be hard as its juxtaposed in between a busy restaurant and several apartment buildings.
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Tina M.
Bachata
March 4, 2016
5 stars for excellent work on every aspect of this place. I can not say enough about how welcomed I felt and totally comfortable. Tony the owner was a total doll. Loved him the minute I saw him. He has wonderful positive energy anyone coming here will be treated with the upmost kindness and respect I am sure of it. I watched Tony interact with everyone in the class the same way.
The salsa class was led by Rodrigo and his partner. Rodrigo is a great communicator he explains every step throughout the entire class. He is excellent at reading the room meaning where the students are in their abilities. He will not push you further than you feel comfortable but enough to make you feel like you learned and grew by taking the class. I was fortunate, he agreed to dance with me after the official class for a few minutes. I am very grateful for the time he spent with me. When you take a group class it is sometimes hard to learn from people that are learning at the same level with you. So that being said. I do think it is best to have private classes along with group if you really want to improve your skills. Wonderful experience. I will be back.
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Indigo C.
Bachata
February 12, 2016
I'm updating this review because Owner Tony was incredibly responsive to my concern. I really appreciate that.
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Ketty J.
Bachata
January 21, 2016
Love this studio specifically because of the sound system and the lights in the larger room. After class for social dancing we get that club feel which is nice. I have been taking Kizomba classes for a while now and I love it there. Instructors are awesome and the owner is very friendly and attentive. Even though my kizomba instructor teaches at a closer studio DTLA only 15 minutes away from me, I prefer to drive to Santa Monica which takes me about 45 minutes. I am looking forward to Kizomba Weekend in February! and after Kizomba I am signing up for Bachata Classes
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Maria C.
Bachata
January 2, 2016
Studio Maesto is a gem in the downtown Santa Monica artistic landscape, boasting a roster of high caliber teachers, a non competitive vibe, & just a certain "realness" steeped in unique artistry & a focus on community arts (underscore community). Among the range of classes (salsa & bachata, ladies styling, pre ballet, ballroom), my particular love is for the Afro Cuban class/workshop. Each class feels like a journey into the recesses of Cuban culture that uncovers Cuban rumba, Orisha dances, and myriad other dances quintessentially Cuban. Nayara, a transplant from Cuba, is a terrific dancer & teacher who is always eager to share elements of her culture & push her students to their full potential. One of the most enriching & challenging classes I have ever taken, this class is not to miss.
As an aside, Tony, the studio owner, throws the best studio parties & is a pretty damn good grill chef. Stop by one of the parties if only to get a feel for the vibe!
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Krista G.
Bachata
November 1, 2016
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Susan W.
Bachata
November 5, 2015
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