online Courses

Technique for Beginners

  • Dance technique encompasses the foundational principles and practices that dancers must master to perform effectively and safely. This class is designed to strengthen your technical foundation across a variety of dance styles. Dancers will focus on alignment, balance, core control, turns, extensions, and footwork with the goal of developing the tools needed for clean, expressive, and efficient movement. Whether you're a beginner looking to build strong habits or a seasoned dancer refining your craft, this class offers valuable training for all levels

Jazz Foundations

  • Jazz Foundations introduces students to the fundamental techniques, movements, and stylistic elements of jazz dance. It focuses on building a strong technical base, musicality, and expressive movement. through the essential building blocks of jazz dance (warm-ups, isolations, across-the-floor and progressions). This class will help dancers learn proper alignment, coordination, and rhythmic awareness while developing flexibility, strength, and performance quality.

Salsa Basics

  • This class introduces students to the fundamentals of dancing salsa “on 2,” a style rooted in mambo and popularized in New York City. Emphasizing timing, rhythm, and partner connection, Salsa on 2 focuses on breaking on the second beat of the music, giving the dance a smooth and sophisticated feel. Students will learn core footwork (shines), basic partner patterns, and body movement with a focus on musicality and technique.

  • Beginner Courses

    Our beginner courses are thoughtfully designed to provide a solid foundation for individuals who are new to dance. These classes focus on essential techniques, rhythm, and style, ensuring that each participant feels comfortable and confident as they begin their dance journey. With a supportive atmosphere and skilled instructors, beginners will have the opportunity to explore different dance forms while developing their skills and passion for movement.

Course structure

Our online courses are designed to build strong technical foundations while making high-quality dance education accessible from anywhere.

Each course runs for 6 weeks and focuses on the basic fundamentals of a specific dance style. Dancers will gain access to a series of pre-recorded instructional lessons that they can complete at their own pace. These lessons are structured to guide participants through key techniques, movement vocabulary, and foundational drills.

To support growth and connection, each course also includes bi-weekly live online sessions with our instructors. These interactive sessions allow dancers to ask questions, receive real-time feedback, and deepen their understanding of the material.

Whether you're new to dance or looking to revisit your foundation, our online programs are a flexible, supportive way to train, grow, and connect with the Canela Dance community.