Wedding Checklist: Dance Lessons at Baza Dance Studio

What’s a great way to start off the new year? One way is taking a dance class. It’s a fun way to meet new people, learn something new and if you are with someone, a bonding experience. If you are in Vancouver, I would suggest Baza Dance Studio.

Curtis and I are in Baza Dance’s On2 salsa group class that started last week. All of our classmates are all in the same boat. That’s looking for something fun to do in the week. A few are new in the city and/or country, so it’s a perfect way to meet new friends. And did I say fun?

The teachers are fantastic! Wayne, Kristal and Melissa start us off with a short intro of salsa and then divide the class into male and female sides. We learn the traditional way of which foot to start on, the men typically lead. I just want to say that I’m 100% sure we were all nervous. Its nerve-wracking learning a new skill. You think oh geez I hope no-one is watching me. But hey you just have to remind yourself that you are in a dance lesson group. Everyone is there to learn just like yourself.

So after learning the basics in our groups, we were then paired up and went into dancing with a partner. We would rotate after a minute and onto the next partner. It was so fun! I am so sure that I stepped on a few toes and someone stepped on mine, but no-one cared.

By the time the class was over (a quick hour!), you were just getting into the groove. I’m psyched to go for another lesson and become more comfortable with salsa.

If you are in Vancouver, look up Baza Dance for their next start date. What’s also great about them is that students registered in Salsa 1, 2 or 3 can attend any other Salsa 1, 2, or 3 classes during the week. It’s a great way to practice before your next session. They also offer besides salsa, tango, cha cha, bachata, hip hop, kizomba, reggae ton, latin fusion and more!

But if you aren’t in Vancouver, do try to find a dance class nearby. It’s so fun, it’s a great way to get in some exercise, you might meet a new friend and become more comfortable on the dance floor. Lessons at Baza are $80 for 5 weeks. Their On2 salsa classes run twice a week in Vancouver, with the second class being a repeat of the first. When you register for a 5 week session, you can attend 1 day or both.

I’m so excited for Curtis and I to get warmed up for our wedding. He’s a little shy when it comes to dancing in front of people so this has been a great way to boost his confidence. I want us both to enjoy our wedding and dance the night away!

Anyone else taking a dance class this year? It was on my resolution list last year but we didn’t get around to it. So glad we are!

A couple of quick tips on going to a new dance class:

• Wear comfortable shoes with no grip.
• Go with an open mind
• Relax! You’re all in a lesson, no-one is an expert except the teacher. Smile 🙂 I know you will have fun.
• Sign up for the next level, you’ll want to come back.
  This post was created in partnership with Baza Dance Studio but all opinions are my own.