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“Having
gone to a few instructors in Manhattan, I clicked with Juan. He
is probably the best out there in teaching partner work and making
 classes
a lot of fun. An unexpected bonus was the people I met in his
class – nice people who love to dance and perfect their skill – all
without the attitude! Juan is a great dancer but an even better
teacher. He does not have a huge ego and loves people.
That makes a difference. It got me dancing.” - Roman (salsa
dancer for 2 years) 3/20/2007 |
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"Juan
Portella is
an enthusiastic and feel good instructor. He will get you dancing and
feeling all-around better about yourself. Not only has he turned this
white girl into a dancer, but also has helped to improve my self
confidence. His classes are fun, educational, and you get to meet some
great people in the process." - Cory (salsa dancer for 2 years)
3/25/2007 |
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have taken classes with many teachers not only in New York but New
Jersey... without a doubt Juan is the best teacher I've ever had! My
dancing has clearly improved and I enjoy his classes incredibly! As I
tell all my friends that I refer ...beware.... all it takes one class
and you will be addicted! Juan is an incredibly patient and nurturing
teacher, he encourages all his students to go out dancing and always
points out our positive development. It is always a pleasure to go to
his class." - Elsa (salsera for many years) 3/29/2007 |
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"The first day I walked in to Juan's Salsa class my life changed. His
high energy classes get everyone dancing right away - from beginner
 to advanced.
His love of teaching shines through in the way he encourages everyone
to be the best they can be. Through Juan's guidance and encouragement
he has renewed my own passion for dancing and my drive to be the best
I can be - with his instruction of course. There is no one better!" -
Debbie (salsa dancer for 2 years) 3/31/2007 |
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"For
so long, my own shyness and lack of confidence on the dance floor kept
me from learning to dance salsa. Finally, a friend recommended Juan
and assured me he would change my life. When I walked into his class,
I expected a lesson but really did not expect to learn.
 15 minutes into
class, Juan whispered to me 'I'm going to make a dancer out of you.'
He did exactly that. Juan is an amazing dancer. But the real
difference is he is a TEACHER. His love for teaching enabled him to
find that place in me where the dancer lives and set her free. Mambo
forever." - Tracy (dancer for 7 years) 4/2/2007
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"Juan Portella has taught me how to REALLY dance Salsa. He is one of
New York's best instructors. He is a true teacher in all senses of the
word. In addition to teaching great technique, fun patterns, and
cool moves, he is also giving his students a real appreciation for the
music and how it relates to this dance called Salsa. I am forever
grateful to him for his dedication and devotion to myself and all his
students." - John. 4/4/2007 |
