Testimonials

ASC

Congratulations to Ian & Helen - 3rd Place Professionals Cabaret Division at Australian Salsa Classic 2009

Paul

Since we started at SLG we have danced our way through countless dance parties, we have also met so many new friends along the way and hopefully we will meet many more in years to come. I would say to whoever reads this, if you are a complete novice or even a regular dancer, come along and try the courses that Smooth Latin Groove offer, just like I did. You’ll learn some fantastic dance moves and meet a whole bunch of friendly people - including me!

You won’t regret it!

Sydney Salsa Congress '09

Congratulations

Smooth Latin Groove has again been selected to perform at the 5th Annual Sydney Salsa Congress in 2009.

The Sydney Salsa Congress is an internationally recognized event that brings together more than 4000 dancers for a four days of dance celebration.

"I want to personally thank you all and express my excitement of having you involved in showcasing that Australia is now not only on Par with the rest of the world, but we are on the fast lane to the top of the salsa world." Jaime Jesus, Director, Sydney Salsa Congress.

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Hament

I am really enjoying the classes, and I feel I have come a long way thanks to Ian and the Smooth Latin Groove team. Congratulations on having created such a friendly, professional and motivating environment! I always look forward to my classes and I can’t wait to learn more.

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QSST 2009

Results for Smooth Latin Groove at the 2nd Annual Queensland State
Salsa Titles in 2009

Team Division 2nd Place
Congratulations to David, Lucy, Gavern, Helen, Josh, Natalie, Ian & Desley

Professional Cabaret Division 2nd Place
Congratulations to Helen & Ian

This event is the qualifier for the Australian Salsa Classic held in Sydney on 29th & 30th of August 2009

Victor

Over the past few years, I’ve attended a number of Latin dancing lessons and establishments. Without doubt, I have found Smooth Latin Groove to be the most professional, comprehensive and enjoyable of the lot. The lessons are extremely well structured and presented in a thoroughly informative and personable manner by friendly staff. Within the lessons, I’ve found a perfect balance of clear instruction, a comfortable learning pace and entertaining social dynamic. The leap from the “Wow-check-that-move-out-stage”, as it’s demonstrated at the start of the lesson, to the “Wow-I-can’t-believe-I’m-doing-it-right-now” at the end of the session, is an easy and thoroughly enjoyable journey.

Thank you Ian for the enjoyment that dancing brings to both myself and all your other students.

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Joe & Gosia

We have been attending your classes for about 6 months and we just need to tell you how much we enjoy them.
We have made so many friends, the teachers and assistants are great, and the lessons are easy to follow. We have also attended a few workshops and dance nights and they are so much fun.
The "Rueda" workshop has been the highlight so far as it's so addictive.
Latin dancing has given us zest and passion into what can be sometimes the grind of everyday life and for that we thank you.

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Anton

SLG is fun and exciting. Ian and his team are excellent dancers and teachers. They all make latin dancing a very enjoyable experience. I have no doubt that I would recommend to all my friends to come along to Smooth Latin Groove to learn to dance and have a good time

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Ali

I love learning different languages, and the most recent language I’ve learned is the language of Latin dance. When I moved to Australia I found myself alone; but now, after attending Smooth Latin Groove classes, I can travel anywhere around the world and be able to communicate with many different people through the language of Latin dance.

I found that learning to dance from Ian and the SLG team made it easier for me to socialize with people of different backgrounds and different languages, and I could have fun while learning the art of Latin dance.

Thank you Smooth Latin Groove for all the bonus classes and the help and encouragement you have given me. It gave me an opportunity to practice, and motivated me to go dancing almost every night of the week. Regular dance classes, as well as the SLG weekend workshops and parties, relieve much of the pressure of my working week.

Thank you, Ian. I wish much happiness to you and your team.

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Steve

I have just completed the Latin Foundation course & have been so impressed with Ian & the team at Smooth Latin Groove. Our group in which I have meet some great people have progressed to a level where we can confidently dance at the social nights which are an awesome way to put our new found skill into practice!

If you are looking for a very well organized Latin dance experience with a group of instructors that are dedicated to your progression then I highly recommend Smooth Latin Groove. I’m looking forward to the next course already

Rachael

The team at SLG are awesome. I was like most people, should I, shouldn’t I, but I thought why not. I read the testimonials from past students & thought if only half of these are true I may as well give it a go. I am so glad I did!

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Robert

I have been to a couple of Latin Dance schools in the past, but none compare to the standard Smooth Latin Groove sets. The Studio is professionally laid out, the teachers are always friendly and easy to get along with and the tuition is excellent.

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Donna

Classes at Smooth Latin Groove are sensationally superior to others. The classes are Fabulous Fun and Fine Moves! Ian is particularly patient and a terrific teacher! We laugh a lot whilst practicing our marvelous moves! Exercise has never been so energizing and enjoyable. Smooth Latin Groove is absolutely amazing!

Bob

....you feel very comfortable, even though as a beginner I was quite apprehensive. I soon relaxed and have enjoyed their instruction ever since. The class is not too many and not too few, after just a couple of weeks, everyone in the class know each other and there hasn’t been one person drop out. You can see and feel the improvement in your dancing every lesson, its great. If you have 3 left feet like me, I highly recommend you try this, you will be surprised!

James

...Nearing the end of our second course, we students now know one another quite well and we have great fun and lots of laughs as we burn up the dance floor learning ever more challenging and satisfying dance moves...

Marg

Had my first class of the fifth week of the fundamentals and wanted to say what a great school you have. You make us feel so good even when we have no idea what we are doing! It is so nice to feel confident to join a dance class as a single person. Thanks for the wonderful experience you have given me so far - can't wait to learn more!

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Nick

Ian and Desley provide easy to follow instructions that help you to understand the dance styles that they teach, providing an excellent Latin Foundation class for beginners. Not once have I felt left-behind or lacking the information I need to get moving. I find myself constantly looking forward to the next class. All I had to do was take one small step out of my comfort zone and now I find myself taking much bigger and more confident steps every lesson.
My partner and I have fallen in love with Latin dance (especially Zouk) and we have already signed up for the next course. We can't wait!

Matt

As a single guy with no dance experience I was nervous as hell at the first class. Now I can’t get enough. I’ve meet some great people, had a lot of laughs and look forward to each session. Cheers to Ian and Desley for their excellent work!