Testimonials

Zumba Classes

Daniela
Class is fun, energetic and in a great room!
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Martina
I LOVE the Zumba class! I liked it that we were pushed last night. I want to be sweating!
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Jane
Am loving the classes! It is possibly the most exciting way to work out ever ha ha!
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Sam
I am thoroughly enjoying the classes so far.  I love when we do the little dance routines to a song (even if I am very uncoordinated).
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Gafieira Classes

The classes are well structured and fun. The instructors are really helpful, encouraging and friendly.  classes offered. Thankyou for all that I've learnt so far and I hope to learn much more.

Jose

Ladies Latin Dance

Ally
I felt the Ladies Latin was really good! It focused on the way the ladies move in certain dance styles which helped in my Salsa and Zouk lessons.
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Maria
I really enjoy the time you take to do stretching. I found my flexibility is noticeably increasing. Also, thoroughly enjoying the music, as I love reggaeton! But even other latin music is very energetic, and different all the time.
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Bron
I love your classes and your passion for dance. The variety of belly dancing, mambo all the different styles. I enjoy how you show us the moves but instead of having us stand around watching we do it with you. Dont change a thing!
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Rachael
Thoroughly enjoyed your Ladies Latin classes which were full of passion, great rhythm and physical challenge.
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Salsa Classes

Australian Salsa Classic

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

Sydney Salsa Congress

 Smooth Latin Groove has been selected to teach & perform at all Sydney Salsa Congresses since 2005.    

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

  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

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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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...
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Latin Foundation

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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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
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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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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!
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Zouk Classes

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!
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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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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!
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Bachata

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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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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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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Brazilian Samba

Cath
What I'm loving about the Samba class at the moment is learning combinations and transitions, and your energy in which you teach it with!
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Jen
I am really loving your course. I have learned so much from you in such a short time and I really like your style of samba. Your teaching style is fantastic. I wish I could have done the courses prior to this one. I will definitely be enrolling in your next course.
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May
Just wanted to let you know that I'm really enjoying your Samba performance course as well, and love the fun, easy-going (yet challenging!) flow of each class. I especially loved the addition of the intro to belly-dancing thanks to Cath and how we're always learning new little bits of choreo every week. Plus your Samba style is beautiful, and you're just such a lovely, graceful teacher!
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Catherine
The only problems with your class Mishel is that they are too short!!!
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Cha Cha Cha

Ali
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.
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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!
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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!
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