Israel is an incredibly knowledgeable teacher. He not only focuses on the dance but also on understanding the culture, history and music. I appreciate his approach to teaching and look forward to my lesson each week. As someone who never had salsa experience before, I have gone from barely being able to do a single pattern to dancing a full song with a partner feeling confident in my abilities. Whether you need a few lessons for a special event or are looking to brush up on your dancing, I highly recommend Israel.

Whether you are new to dancing or a seasoned "salsera", I guarantee a lesson with Israel will leave you wanting more! Private and personalized, a lesson at Martinez Dance Studio is the culmination of 27+ years of experience in the industry. I leave each lesson with a better understanding of rhythm, timing and technique. Wouldn't trade it for anything!!!