Lorenz Latin Dance Studio – Corona

I had wanted to take salsa classes for several years now but never actually researched places until ~November 2014. After researching several places in Queens, I decided to try Lorenz because of their affordable prices ($ 90/​couple/​month) and location. There weren’t many reviews on Unilocal (I rely heavily on reviews) for the Corona location but I figured why not give it a shot? Worse comes to worse, we won’t like it and won’t return.
You don’t need a partner to attend class but luckily for me, my boyfriend willingly went to class with me! I thought he would say no: P We have been taking salsa classes since December 2014 and we have both thoroughly enjoyed the classes. My boyfriend has never taken salsa classes before and my salsa knowledge was what I learned from strangers/​friends at nightclubs when I was single haha. When we started in December, the class had already begun in November but we had no trouble picking up what we missed. Even when we did miss a class, one of the staff would tell us to come in a little earlier if we wanted to before class so they can quickly teach us the move we missed. The first hour of class you work on individual moves (shines) and the second hour is partner work where you rotate partners.
David is our main instructor and maybe 2−3x (since we started in December 2014) we had substitutes when he couldn’t make it to class and he’s been amazing. He’s very patient, approachable and teaches in a way that you understand, especially now that we’re past the beginners’ moves. You never feel stupid for asking him a question or to re-​demonstrate a move (very important in a dance instructor, imo). He will make sure you understand it before moving on. Even though sometimes there are quite a few people in class, he’ll notice who needs a little extra help and even if he doesn’t, as I said before, have no fear in asking him for help! Based on our experiences, I am not sure what that negative review was about David and I am not saying that to «kiss ass» lol.
I haven’t been to any of the Saturday Night Socials so I can’t give my opinion on that but I believe those are every Saturday so you can brush up on your salsa skills :)
The only «sucky» thing is that I wish they had more time options for classes. Due to both my boyfriend’s and I’s work schedules, we can only attend one particular time slot and if we miss a class, we can’t make it up by going to another class because we’re working. The staff members are all friendly, approachable and willing to teach. I highly recommend this place to learn some salsa moves!
Oh, and they only take cash. BOO! :(

I must say, I am quite shocked to see the negative review about David. Everyone is entitled to their opinions, but it would be more helpful to us «yelpers» if you elaborate on your experience. That being said, I have been taking classes here for 5 months and my passion for dance has returned after finding excuses and being «too busy» for the last 12 years. I’ve only had David as an instructor, so I can only speak from my experience there. He makes the class very enjoyable and he is approachable if you need extra help.

I searched a few places on Long Island but none seemed to catch my attention. Finally a friend suggested Lorenz dance studio and the closest one was in queens. I called up and coincidentally they were beginning a new salsa class. I was very nervous on my first day of class, however the talented instructors did a great job making everyone feel comfortable. My dance instructor, David, is one entertaining individual. Not only can he dance, but he’s also funny which creates a positive environment. I recommend this studio, and I’m happy I stepped out of my comfort zone and tried something new :)

It’s a great treat towards the end of the week to let out some steam for us office drones. My friend and I have tried together and separately to find something active that doesn’t make us want to fall over on our faces in painful exhaustion (basketball for her and the gym for me. I’ve learned that I’m severely allergic to the gym…). In our search for fun, lively and active it appears we’ve finally found our nook. Updates to come as far as reviews go, but it is looking promising that as the cold front comes bullying its way in, we will have our weekly meet up here warming up.

This studio is the best!!! Once you enter the location you are greeted by the most professional, friendliest people like Tara or Lissette., always greeting and smiling. Makes you feel very welcomed, The instructors are all amazing, they are very dedicated to all their students. David Corchado is my instructor, he is the best!!! You get to meet so many new friends and social dancing on Saturday is great!!! Also the workshops on Sunday are just awesome…

If you have a desire to learn how to dance mambo and/​or bachata look no further. These studios are top of the line in dance instruction. When you attend the Lorenz Dance Studio there is no mistake that the instructors follow a structured teaching program designed to build great dancers. To say that Lorenz Dance Studio is really dedicated to providing the best quality dance instruction at an extremely affordable price is an understatement. I have to mention that Lorenz has a studio in the Bronx (Castle Hill) and I currently joined that studio because I live in the Bronx. I traveled to Queens every week because I was so pleased with their Northern Blvd., Queens Studio (LOVE YOU SAM!!!). All studios are run the same way offering top notch dance instruction at affordable prices, convenient hours and locations. The studios all share the same design and the instructors are well trained in dance instruction (which is different from just being a good dancer) and customer care and service. WHAT A GENIUS IDEA!!!
Okay, the classes are crowded because the school is extremely gaining popularity due to their excellent dance instruction, affordable prices and friendly atmosphere. Lorenz is acquiring students and retaining students so that says a lot about the school. Do you want to go to an empty dance school? As far as learning, you will learn and will become a great if not fabulous fantastic dancer at a level of being able to perform! I kid you not they have a «student dance team» that performs. Will you learn? Absolutely! I know because I was taking lessons sporadically at several dance schools by the best and even by «the King» (you know who I mean) but a beginner like me could not keep up and I could not get the hang of it until I started Lorenz and started feeling it «click» for me. Word of advice, be patient with yourself, and TRUST the instructors and COUNT out loud it really helps :) If your stuck the instructors will pull you out and work with you individually. The instructors will not give up until they know you got it. I have personally enjoyed this attention and have seen other people benefit from this and by the end of the class they mastered the skill. Lorenz Dance Studio is run in a professional, ORGANIZED and courteous manner which a lot of dance schools lack. If you’ve been around like I have you will appreciate their work ethic like I do. If you go today to a Lorenz Dance studio you will get the same exact review in person by any person who attends. I am the hot red head in the short shorts ;) lol
Thanks Lorenz Dance School