Our motto:
to offer the highest quality of teaching
in a fun & friendly space
to offer the highest quality of teaching
in a fun & friendly space
Imagine you could be moving to music, learning a new skill, getting fit and expanding your social network all at the same time… Salsa, Bachata & social dancing allows you to achieve all of this and develop a skill you’ll truly love!
At DANZAR LATINO
we offer classes that use one of the most advanced teaching methodologies in the industry
to deliver authentic Latin dance classes in:
- Cuban Salsa (Casino)
- Afro-Cuban (Rumba, Orishas etc)
- Colombian Salsa (Caleña/Cali Style)
- LA Salsa (On 1)
- NY Mambo (On 2)
- Bachata (Moderna & Dominican)
- Reggaeton & Body Isolations
We’re also dedicated to creating a welcoming space for all students, where you will become part of a fantastic social community, feel a sense of achievement, and have a tonne of fun!
DANCE STYLES
This is a dynamic and fluid style of dance that combines elements of traditional Cuban Son with modern Salsa based turn patterns. This is a great style to develop your body movement and flavour!
COLOMBIAN SALSA /
CALI STYLE
Cali, Colombia is known as the Salsa capital of the world and is home to this highly energetic and impressive dance style. Cali Style is renowned for being sharp and technical and is perfect to develop your footwork and musicality!
CUBAN RUMBA /
GUAGUANCO
This is a highly rhythmic and expressive genre of dance that is comprised of three styles; Yambú, Guaguancó and Columbia. This dance style is emblematic of Cuban culture and is a great way to develop your body movement and styling!
AFRO-CUBAN
There are many styles of dance that fall under this genre, which has its roots predominantly in Central and West Africa, and of course Cuba. Aside from developing your body movement and coordination, these styles will help you to embody different emotions and characters!
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TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
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A massive thank-you to both Caroline & Steph at Secret Garden School of Dance! We had never danced before, so they had a challenge ahead of them. I wanted to do a fast-paced, upbeat song (shut up and dance with me), and they were absolutely fine to match it to our skill level. In just seven lessons, they hard us spinning, lifting, dipping and twirling! The moment of doing this dance in front of our family and friends will live rent-free in my head forever. It was just so special! As a bonus, we had so many compliments on it!
Natasha Venizelos
March 26, 2023Sanushka from The Secret Garden of Dance has a tireless, unwavering love, commitment and passion for what he does. A brilliant dancer, and a master of teachers. He possesses a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the art of dance. I’ve witnessed him transform students with no prior dance experience within minimal time, to coaching high end professional dancers seeking new heights with their dancing. This dance studio is none like any other here in Melbourne. With highly trained skilled staff, I find that I am challenged each week after every session. Thanks Sanu for sharing your time generously in our coaching sessions and in every class I’ve attended. An essential place for dancers, whether you’re just starting out, or at intermediate to advanced level. I’d highly recommend this studio for anyone who is passionate and determined to learn! 🙂
Bella Le
September 21, 2023We took lessons in preparation for our wedding for both our First Dance and my Father-Daughter Dance. We cannot recommend this school highly enough!!! Sanushka is absolutely amazing, he is highly skilled teacher who is able to adapt his teaching to all levels of dance, who has excellent communication skills and his classes were truly enoyable. He offered excellent ideas and suggestions for choreography and music, helping us to work our what we did and didn't want. We had the best time at all of our lessons, and our dances were just incredible - everything we could have hoped for! We will definitely be back! Highly recommend!
Jessica Biernacki
February 23, 2022For myself and my partner, active and avid dance tragics, (although in my wife's case - actually talented) a wedding dance was high on our priority list for our big day. We needed to get the right instructor, the right dance and the right balance. To say that Sanushka and the team at The Secret Garden of Dance was everything we needed is a drastic understatement. Of course, the dance itself was more than perfect, but the weekly routine, the lead up, the learning and practicing was such an incredible experience. I cannot recommend more highly to get involved with his school; a little something to work on together with your partner and take the stresses of planning a wedding away - even for an hour or two a week was such a win for us. We were thoroughly looked after and have a perfect memory of our dance for the night of our wedding, but such fond memories of working on our dance throughout the lead up. Thanks Sanushka - what a legend!
Chris Douglas
July 8, 2019 -
Without a doubt my favourite dance school in Melbourne! My wife and I have been students here for several years and also decided to ask Sanu to prepare a choreography for our wedding dance. The wedding dance went beyond our expectations and it is a moment we will never forget! Sanu and Caroline have an outstanding attention to details and their teaching style is impeccable: logical, clear, passionate. All the teachers at The Secret Garden are very professional but at the same time the classes are fun and energetic. I highly recommend trying their Cuban salsa class, you won’t be disappointed!
Giovanni Negroni
June 18, 2022Myself and my husband have 2 left feet and wanted a basic first dance routine to make us feel more confident on our big day! From start to finish working with Caroline was a dream, she was super patient and took time to break down everything for us and pull together a routine that was suitable for our song and style. Caroline went over and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and even helped edit our song with fades and different cuts to share with our musician on the day! Thanks again Caroline! Couldn’t recommend enough to any upcoming brides and grooms who want an awesome routine and teacher Laura & Scott xx
Laura Cox
September 18, 2023We had Sanushka and Caroline from Danzar Latino visit us during their QLD holiday to facilitate some group and private classes. Everybody was so impressed with their professionalism, their knowledge, their tailored teaching style and joy that they shared whilst here. Our crew wish to continue with online classes until we can next have them return to QLD. Massive gratitude and respect for your dance art. #therealestatedancer
Mark “Potts” Driscoll
January 11, 2021Over the past four or five years, I've attended many workshops hosted by Sanushka and his professional team of instructors. Every single time I've come away as a better dancer. He's given me new ways of moving to and thinking about the music. Sadly, I live too far away for weekly lessons because they'd certainly be worth it. If you're serious about being a better dancer, then The Secret Garden of Dance is for you.
dean perry
March 25, 2022
TEACHERS
FAQS
Short answer: Yes we do (but you can also drop into any class casually)
We run 6 week short courses in a term structure, allowing our students to build on the previous week’s material. However, we welcome casual drop in students as well. We introduce new material and dance content every 2 – 3 weeks so you won’t feel like you’re drowning in class! We have various levels that allow our students to develop their dancing, so you will never hinder your progress.
Short Answer) No you don’t!
We welcome all students whether you chose to come on your own, with a friend, family member, partner or a fellow dance student.
We recommend you wear active wear, casual attire and avoid clothes that are too tight or restricting. Some students come straight from work and others are in shorts and t-shirt. We also have bathrooms where you can get changed.
Recommended: Sneakers, trainers, walking shoes, flats, low heels with ankle support, Ballet flats, Ballroom and Latin dance shoes
Please avoid: Stiletto heels, heels with no ankle support, heavy boots, shoes with thick rubber soles, sandals/thongs/jandals/slip ons/flip flops!
Short answer: 1 hour
Our classes are typically 1 hour in duration, whether it’s a private or group class. We may start or end the class 5 minutes earlier to complete payments, make another booking or answer any questions.
We accept cash, eftpos, credit card (Visa & Mastercard only) and online bank transfer