CLASSES
NO PARTNER IS REQUIRED FOR ANY CLASSES - WE ROTATE PARTNERS IN CLASS
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SALSA
The style of Salsa we teach is called Mambo, also known as New York Style Salsa On2. While many studios in Milwaukee focus on Salsa On1, we’re proud to give you the chance to experience a different rhythm, flavor, and tradition.
At the beginner level (Level 1), you’ll learn the essentials: basic steps, timing, partner connection, and body movement. You’ll also be introduced to the heartbeat of Salsa — the conga drum — and begin to understand how other instruments (like the clave, piano, and horns) guide the dancer. This foundation makes it easier to transition into Level 2 with confidence.
Our program goes beyond steps — we integrate Afro-Cuban movement and musicality so you can connect with Salsa’s roots and dance with authentic expression.
Salsa On2 (Levels 1–2) – Build your foundation in timing, partnerwork, musical interpretation, and connection to the instruments.
Ladies Styling (Level 2) – Refine your body control, arm movement, and musicality! Express confidence, grace, and power on the dance floor while developing your own personal style. Perfect for dancers with Salsa foundations ready to elevate their style and presence.
At Daync, Salsa is more than just steps — it’s rhythm, culture, and connection.
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Tuesdays and Wednesdays | 6pm
This class is for anyone with very little to no experience. A partner is not required. In this class you will learn not only your basic Salsa steps, but also learn about the different instruments that are played in Salsa music. We will train your ears to be able to identify and understand how to dance to Salsa on time with confidence. You will heavily train in Salsa body movement and be challenge in different Salsa step variations that prepare you for the partner work classes.
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Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 7pm
Anyone taking this class must also be taking the shines 6pm class on Mondays and/or Wednesdays. No partner is required. This class focuses on partner connection and the fundamental ‘bread & butter’ moves you need to know as a beginner social dancer.
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Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 8pm
Refine your rhythm. Own your movement. Step into your power.
Level 2 Salsa Ladies Styling is all about elevating your feminine expression on the dance floor. This class focuses on body control, arm styling, and footwork technique designed to enhance your social dancing with confidence and flair.
You’ll learn how to layer movement with musicality — connecting your hips, torso, and arms to the heartbeat of Salsa. We’ll explore timing, isolation, transitions, and how to project elegance and strength in every step. Expect guided drills, mini-choreography, and styling applications within partnerwork and shines.
✨ You’ll develop:
Fluid arm pathways and shoulder rolls
Body isolations, weight transfers, and turns
Expression, posture, and confidence through movement
Musicality, timing, and sync with the rhythm
This class is perfect for dancers who’ve completed Level 1 or have a solid grasp of Salsa fundamentals and are ready to level up their presence and precision.
🕺 Recommended Experience: 3–6 months of Salsa basics or instructor approval.
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Tuesdays 9pm
In Level 2 Partnerwork, you’ll take your Salsa foundations to the next stage — developing the technique, timing, and awareness needed to dance confidently with any partner on the social floor.
This class builds on the basics by focusing on:
Connection & Frame – refining lead and follow technique for smoother, clearer communication
Turn Patterns & Variations – learning intermediate combinations with intention and flow
Musicality in Partnerwork – understanding how instruments like the clave, piano, and horns shape partner movement
Floorcraft & Spatial Awareness – navigating crowded dance floors with confidence and control
With an emphasis on quality over quantity, Level 2 Partnerwork gives you the tools to feel grounded, expressive, and culturally connected while dancing with others.
BACHATA
At Daync, we don’t just teach the steps — we teach you to feel the music. In our Bachata program, you’ll learn how to recognize the instruments, hear the rhythms, and let the music guide your movement.
We offer two styles of Bachata:
Urban Bachata – offered year-round, blending modern style, musicality, and smooth partnerwork.
Dominican/Traditional Bachata – offered each summer (June, July, August), highlighting footwork, syncopation, and cultural flavor.
At the beginner level, you’ll build a strong foundation of body movement, footwork, and partnerwork fundamentals that apply to both styles. As you progress, we guide you into musical interpretation, styling, and the cultural roots that make Bachata more than just a dance — it’s a language of connection, history, and joy.
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Wednesdays| 8PM
This class is designed for anyone with little to no dance experience. No partner is required — just bring yourself and a willingness to learn.
In this beginner program, you’ll build a strong foundation in timing, technique, and musicality. We’ll introduce you to the basic Bachata steps while also training your ears to hear the instruments that make up Bachata music. You’ll learn how to recognize rhythms, stay on time with confidence, and move with full-body awareness.
Along with footwork and body movement, this class emphasizes partnerwork fundamentals. You’ll practice connection and simple single-turn patterns that can be used right away on the social dance floor — whether at a studio social or in a nightclub environment.
Our goal is to help you feel comfortable, confident, and connected from the very first class.
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Ready to take your Bachata beyond the basics? Level 2 is designed for students who already feel comfortable with their timing, basic steps, and beginner turn patterns.
In this class, we expand your partnerwork vocabulary with new combinations, smoother transitions, and an emphasis on connection and flow. You’ll learn how to adapt your lead or follow to different partners, refine your frame, and start playing with musical accents in your movement.
Musicality remains central — we’ll go deeper into how instruments like the guitar, bongo, and güira shape the energy of the dance, and how you can respond with both your footwork and your body movement. Expect to be challenged with variations, direction changes, and styling elements that add flavor to your social dancing.
By the end of this level, you’ll not only dance with more confidence, but also bring expression, creativity, and cultural awareness to the dance floor.
Want to register for classes?
Use the link above to purchase our intro offer (new clients only, if you are a returning client, skip to step 3.
Fill out the form to the left to create a profile in our system (new clients only)
Download the Mindbody mobile app & use the login you created on this website to access your profile within the app
Type in ‘Daync Academy’ in the top search bar of the app to view our registration schedule
Text 414.828.8146 to let us know that you created a profile and need your intro offer credits added to your account
Amber will add credits to your account and let you know when you can begin registering for classes in the Mindbody app
Need help with the app? Text 414.828.8146 & Amber can help you :D
NEW TO DAYNC ACADEMY?
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Cell phone with the Daync mobile app downloaded & profile created
Water bottle
Clothes you are comfortable sweating in (sweat pants, leggings, tshirt etc)
Deodorant
Shoes: socks or tennis shoes (separate pair from the ones you wear walking in, bring clean pair of tennis shoes unworn outside) No heels or specific dance shoes required. No ‘ outdoor shoes’ allowed - we must keep our floors clean from outdoor debris.
Looking to invest in dance shoes? We recommend: GFranco Shoes
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No you do not need a partner. 95% of our students take classes solo. We rotate partners in class. If you are attending class with a partner, we highly recommend rotating to dance with everyone.
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Please register for your class through the Mindbody mobile app before your first visit. Early registration saves time at check-in and helps us keep things running smoothly — we often have 40+ students arriving for class!
All students must register in advance through the Mindbody app. If your name is not on the registration list, we won’t be able to admit you into class.
Having tech issues? No problem — just text us at (414) 828-8146 with your name and the class you’d like to join, and we’ll get you registered.
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To use the Mindbody mobile app you'll want to download it onto your phone from the Apple Store (if you have iPhone) or the Google Play store (if you have Android)
Once the app is downloaded, you will be prompted to create a personal profile. (if you have a spouse/partner you are taking classes with, make sure each of you use a separate email for your accounts)
Once your profile is complete, you will then be able to see our full class schedule by typing ‘Daync Academy’ into the search bar at the top
You will also be able to make purchases & see our promotions/intro offers in
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Click the 'Book' button on the bottom left, scroll until you see the class you want to take.
Click the class you want to take ('F' is for follows and 'L' is for leads).
Once you click the class, select the red 'Book' or white 'Book Multiple' button to secure your spot in class.
**Each class uses 1 credit. If you book and do not show for class, 1 credit is still applied and deducted from your account. You may cancel a class up to 24 hours before class begins. If cancellation is within 24 hours of class starting, it is considered a 'late cancel' and 1 credit is deducted from your account.
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We open doors 15 minute before classes begin. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early so that you have time to get checked in, use the restroom and stretch before class.
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10 minute grace period
Students may enter the classroom up until 10 minutes after the start time.
Once the 10 minute grace period has passed, our lobby doors will close and reopen 15 minutes before the next class starts.
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All students are required to register via the Mindbody app prior to arrival.
You may no longer wait to book your class at the desk in person.
If you are experiencing tech difficulties with the app, text us by 5pm (414 828 8146) and let us know which classes you want to register for.
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Students may cancel a registration within the app up to 3 hours before class starts without losing a credit.
All cancellations must be via the Mindbody app.
This policy affects class pack purchasers . This policy doesn’t apply to unlimited class pack purchasers.
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Daync Academy maintains a strict "all sales are final" policy, meaning that no refunds are provided for any purchases. This policy applies to all classes, workshops, events, and other services offered by the academy.
If you have specific questions or concerns regarding this policy, you can contact Daync Academy directly at info@dayncacademy.com or by texting 414.828.8146.
Monthly CYCLES
New students start classes during week 1of the cycle. If a student is not able to start week 1, they may request permission ahead of time to start week 2. Please call us if you want to start after week 1 of a cycle: (414)-551-0089.
4-Week Cycle Start Dates 2025:
November - week of October 27th
December - no classes; academy closed
