“Cynthia was my very first dance instructor and excels in her profession. Her vibrant personality provides for a friendly and welcoming classroom experience.  I credit her sincere interest in student development, enduring support, and beginner salsa program for increasing my confidence and ability with my overall salsa progression.” Marlon Buendia
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Good Value

“Cynthia fills up a salsa lesson with passion and a deep understanding for the dance form. She makes the fundamentals easy to learn, or helps her students master the sheen (and shines!) of a professional performer. I recommend her totally.” H'Rina DeTroy
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

“I have taken classes & private lessons with Cynthia La China many, many times, and I love the experience. She is a highly gifted dancer & teacher, and really has a knack for making the class a fun & enjoyable experience. I particularly like how students can ask questions to get a better understanding of various techniques. Cynthia's always very patient and her cheerful fun-loving personality always makes the session a great time!” Jay Caruso
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative

“I took private coaching from Cynthia to improve my dancing. Her inspired teaching and focused, tireless attention until the student gets it right, and got me the desired results. I highly recommend Cynthia as a coach.” Braham Singh
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

“Cynthia is a great dance instructor. I have taken private and group class lessons with her. She nails all of the tenants for being a great teacher. She is patient, knowledgeable, encouraging, and most important of all she makes it fun. I truly loved dancing with her.” Alden Mahabir
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative

“I took salsa lessons with Cynthia, both group and private lessons. She is fun and patient -- important quality in a dance teacher! She's able to explain and demonstrate moves in a variety of ways, and answer any questions. I highly recommend Cynthia's dance classes.” Nevin Mays
Top qualities: Personable, High Integrity, Creative

“Cynthia gives personal attention and teaches really well. She is especially good with ladies styling and shines for ladies in salsa. I would highly recommend taking her classes for styling” Gayathri Narayan
Top qualities: Personable, Good Value, Creative

“Cynthia works well with children and did a great job teaching the children how to dance and perform their routines. she was dependable and very enjoyable to work with. I would hire her for future jobs.” Jeannette E. Hogg
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

“Cynthia is a good person and an excellent salsa instructor. If you're looking too begin or refine your salsa skills, Cynthia is a great person to do it with.” Carlos LaSalle
Top qualities: Expert, Good Value, Creative

“Cynthia gave me private dance lessons and she was great, very patient and really knew her stuff!” Keith James
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative

“This is written as a recommendation of Cynthia La China, as my current and continuing Salsa Dance instructor. I started taking classes with Cynthia in 2009 and began with two (almost) left feet. With her instruction, encouragement and patience, my movement improved to the degree that I started doing performances across the east coast as part of her troupe. Not only did she help with my actual movement, but also encouraged me regarding the whole concept of performing onstage in front of an audience, which is something that I never thought I would be capable of. Her belief in me helped me to get through the trepidation that comes along with any public performance and I'm better for it.

If you are looking for a dance instructor, I fully recommend Cynthia La China as someone who will show you proper form and technique, as well as learning in a fun and non-competitive manner. If you are looking for a performer, there is a voluminous amount of video recordings of her performances that show how artful, graceful and professional she is. I cannot say enough good things about Cynthia.” Daniel Appleby
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative

"Cynthia, I really like where your heart is. You are very generous in spirit. This I can tell by how lovingly you're received by your students and friends and by your demeanor. Also, you've created a very warm, supportive, non-competitive, environment at your venues and that in itself is a rarity in most Salsa communities. Attending your social was definitely a BIG highlight of my trip to NY.  Again, thank you and I wish you continued success." Jim D'Apice, Seattle

"Hi Cynthia, it was a real pleasure meeting you and learning "Salsa" from you. You are a good teacher. I say that because my partner, being the immensely confident and wonderful man that he is, sometimes finds it difficult to take instructions from others. You, however, had him eating out of your hand!  You said, "Do it again" and he did it again, and again, and again. You have a remarkable ability with people. That is an incredible talent in itself. Please give us a call the next time you find yourself in Hong Kong.  We will go dancing. Until then..."Salsa baby"!!!!!" Betty Mok, Hong Kong
 
"I am Japanese and have been dancing Salsa for less than two years. I took my first salsa class from a Japanese teacher who had moved to LA and my friend recommended Cynthia's class. Finally, I met the best teacher for my tastes. I love Cynthia's style, and her classes are always fun and friendly.
I feel like I'm with family. Taking Cynthia's performance class has been very exciting and challenging. It has taken me to a new level. Hard work, but lots of fun!" " Yukito Ito, Japan

"I went to the studio where I did a private lesson in spinning and styling on2 with Cynthia La China. That was really the worth it! Cynthia is very good at noticing points for correction while smiling and giving encouraging comments at the same time." Fiona Nielson, Netherlands

"Cynthia, you have no idea how much you have done for us. We practiced yesterday afternoon and really got into the swing of things. Salsa comes to us, almost naturally and we are both smitten.I don't believe it would have been this easy for us if we did not have access to your talent, teaching skill and patience. Thank you!" Braham Singh, Singapore

"Cynthia is a very enthusiastic teacher and a very genuine, nice person. Go to her classes. You will really enjoy yourself and learn too!" Brian Silvestry, Organizer of NYC Salsa Meetup Group

"I like the group because of the gatherings are fun, but that is just one aspect. What I really like is Cynthia as a dance teacher. While other places just taught me steps, she pushed me learn how to lead, which is something I didn't find in other places. This is why I keep coming back." Christian Liendo, Student & Salsa Meetup Member

"Your group lesson instruction was the best I've been to. You very quickly get to two areas that I haven't seen in any other group class. I'm a musician and always thought that the numbering of the steps (123, 567) a little confusing, but I found your explanations very useful." Chris, Musician

"A teacher has to have good communication skills and Cynthia has them in abundance. For the first time I got hang of Salsa steps last night, and then I made notes using my phone. I would look forward to taking more lessons." Suhas, NYC Salsa Meetup Group Member

"All in all, you exceeded my expectations - for what I was anticipating I would gain in your class and you as a person... well... you are energetic, disciplined yet fun, crazy, hot, sexy, adorable, suave, sensual in dance...oh...didn't I say sexy already? You are the best!!!  Hope we are friends for life!!! Thank you soooo much for your dedication to us!" TJ Hill, Westchester

"I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful class. I had fun and hope to learn a lot from you!  I loved the rather small class environment cause it really forces me to do it." June Han, NYC

"Great dancer!!! Not just saying it because I'm learning moves in her classes. Saw her dancing afterwards....WOW." Jim, NYSalsaFiesta Meetup Member

"Dear Cynthia, your classes are a true pleasure. You just have a special knack for making the lessons fun and enjoyable, never tense or overwhelming. I still have miles to go, but I know I'll get there faster and easier with you steering the way. Thank you, Coach of Coaches!" Jay Caruso, Long Island

"Hi Cynthia, thank you so much for everything...... you're on fire!!!" Odilis, Bronx

"Hello Chinita!!!  First of all I hope u don't mind me calling u "chinita"...just a term of endearment...loved your class and I guarantee next time u will see such an improvement!!..my god!!.. u have such energy and u should see yourself when you're creative just like a little kid....so positive and uplifting!!!" Juan de la Cruz, Queens

"Cynthia is a terrific dance choreographer, performer, instructor and friend as well! Great to hang out with and a truly beautiful person! Girl, you rock or should I say Salsa" Emilio Ramos, NYC

"Cynthia is an awesome teacher, dancer, and a great person to know. Luv ya girl!" Xianix, NYC

"Thank you for a wonderful dance lesson.  Your personality and demeanor was very upbeat and I felt it made me catch on easier.  I loved your interaction with the group.  I think I may want to do this again.  Thank you, it was Fun-der-full!" Nicole's mom, NYC

"Cynthia is a very good instructor. Has a lot of positive energy in her delivery." Mario, NYC Salsa Meetup Member

"Cynthia is friendly, encouraging, enthusiastic. Makes for a great afternoon party." Ira, NYSalsaFiesta Meetup Member

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An appreciative e-mail from our Salsa Fans
Re: Cynthia's student group debut performance

Hi Performers,

I would be remiss if I didn’t thank you for the pleasure I received in watching your performance.

Your leader certainly gave you the confidence to do a great job. In the few times that I came to learn the routine, I could see the patience and enthusiasm of Cynthia would make the performance a success. I wish I could have performed as well.

Everyone enjoyed the magical and mystical performance. I certainly did. The energy level, timing, precision and coordination were fantastic. The performer’s pulchritude was highlighted by their black and red outfits. I give it 6 stars, two thumbs up!!!

Ira

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