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Master Salsa Dancing with Expert Instruction
Salsa With Tomaj is a premier dance education provider specializing in Salsa instruction. Founded by Tomaj Trenda, a master dance educator with a Masters Degree in Dance Education, we combine decades of professional experience with cutting-edge teaching methodologies. Our progressive curriculum builds skills from foundational footwork to advanced partnering techniques, grounded in research on motor skills learning and memory retention. With a focus on creating a supportive, inclusive environment, we cater to all skill levels through weekly group classes, personalized private instruction, and comprehensive online video courses.Our unique teaching approach emphasizes conceptual understanding over rote pattern memorization, ensuring students develop lasting dance proficiency. Recognized for excellence in instruction, we've cultivated a vibrant dance community across the San Francisco Bay Area through our commitment to quality education and student-centered learning.
Services
Weekly Salsa Classes
Private Dance Lessons
Online Video Courses
Wedding Dance Instruction
Special Event Lessons
Highlights and features
- 20+ years developing proven teaching methodologies for adult motor skill learning
- Progressive curriculum builds lasting dance proficiency through conceptual understanding
- Personalized instruction tailored to individual learning styles and goals
- Award-winning instructors with international performance and teaching experience
- Comprehensive online learning resources with retention-enhancing techniques
What people say
Best instructor ever
Patient and thorough
Progressive teaching method
Great community vibe
Fast skill improvement
Services
Weekly Salsa Classes
Progressive Salsa classes for all levels build skills through structured curriculum. Beginners learn foundational footwork while intermediates develop complex partnering techniques. Our evidence-based approach ensures lasting retention and improvement.
Private Dance Lessons
Personalized instruction accelerates dance proficiency through tailored feedback. Sessions focus on individual goals, whether mastering specific techniques or preparing for special events like weddings.
Online Video Courses
Comprehensive video library offers flexible home learning with expert instruction. Courses cover Salsa fundamentals to advanced styling, featuring retention-enhancing teaching methods developed through decades of research.
Wedding Dance Instruction
Custom choreography for wedding couples creates memorable first dances. Packages combine technical training with musical selection guidance to ensure confident, stylish performances on your special day.
Special Event Lessons
Tailored instruction for special occasions develops performance-ready skills. Focus areas include choreography execution, stage presence, and partner coordination for birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.
People
Tomaj Trenda
Founder & Lead Instructor
Award-winning dance educator with Masters in Dance Education. 20+ years teaching experience at universities including University of Washington and Cornish College. Internationally recognized for innovative Salsa instruction methods.
Questions
What dance experience do I need for classes?
No experience required. Our progressive curriculum accommodates complete beginners through advanced dancers in the same class.
Do I need a dance partner?
Partners are not required. We rotate partners during classes to enhance learning and create social connections.
What should I wear to class?
Wear comfortable clothing and smooth-soled shoes. Many students prefer dance sneakers or leather-soled shoes for optimal movement.
Can I try a class before committing?
Yes, we offer drop-in classes with no prior commitment. Try our Monday night sessions at Wilder Art & Garden Center.
Do you offer refunds for video courses?
All video purchases include a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee with no questions asked.
How do private lessons work?
Private sessions are customized to your goals. Choose from 1-hour lessons or discounted multi-lesson packages for optimal progress.
Reviews (4)
Chava Jauregui
Aug 09, 2018
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Amazing Salsa Partys going on at Orinda every second Saturday of the month. With the best salsa bands from the Bay Area. With salsa Lessons with Tomaj Trenda. Had the greatest time. Highly Recommend to all Salseros.
Tiffany Lantz
Jul 05, 2018
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Tomaj always puts on a great party every month. Food, drinks, and always a great live band. I look forward to this event every month.
Tomaj Trenda
Jul 20, 2015
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Very popular classes and parties. A really exciting, fun and lively scene these guys create! Check it out!
Elle R.
Aug 22, 2011
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Tomaj is the best! He's able to demystify Salsa in a way that no other instructor has been able. He breaks down every steps so that it makes clear visual sense; he reveals step patterns; turn patterns so that it makes sense. I've been dancing salsa for a long time but have not been able to teach my husband on my own. My husband has rapidly progressed in a very short time (6 lessons) under the teachings of Tomaj. You won't regret it - take his lessons.
