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ResourcesLook here for an ever-growing list of resources from links to local dance clubs to DJs for hire to clothing and accessories to places to buy dance shoes. Dance WebsitesSalsaDorado.com is a new website that highlights Salsa and Rueda dance instruction in El Dorado County. Randy and Stephen host the site and teach lessons at the Sequoia in Placerville and, during the summer and ealy fall, at Gringos in Lotus. Check back here for their latest dance activities. Salsa Rueda Santa Cruz. If you are in the Santa Cruz area, check out this web site before you go if you would like to experience the local Rueda scene. They have been teaching since 2001 in a fun atmosphere. www.SalsaRuedaSantaCruz.com. Phone: (831) 457-7432. Dance ClubsSalsa Adiccion is a student club at UC Davis. Free lessons in a variety of Latin dance are open to all UC Davis students. The group meets during the spring 2011 semester on Tuesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Arc Pavillion, North East side. All levels of dancer are welcome and no partner is needed. http://salsaadiccionucdavis.webs.com/. Salsa Meet Up Group – Sacramento Mambo is a social group composed of people who share a common interest in learning and dancing Salsa, Merengue, & Bachata as well as putting on special events. For details go to their web site: http://www.meetup.com/sacramentomambo/
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LAMECALatin American Magic an Educational and Cultural Association - LAMECA is a nonprofit organization created by local Salseros interested in improving the Latin dance and music scene in Greater Sacramento through K-8 education programs and community events. The organization is open to everyone. See www.lameca.us for more information. InstructorsPerla Lewis-Truong - Perla has combined a love for dance and gymnastics into exciting Salsa performances that include lifts and tricks with her dance partner, Ciro Martinez. She teaches beginning and intermediate salsa classes at the Ultimate Dance Sport, as well as lifts and tricks with Ciro. Perla can be contacted for corporate events, private parties, workshops, group & private classes, choreography, and coaching. She can be reached at perla_lewis@yahoo.com. Angelica Ruvalcaba - Angelica teaches Waltz, Salsa, Merengue, Cha-cha-cha, Bachata and more. If you want to learn a dance for a wedding or Quincinera, Angelica can help. She also loves working with children. Contact her at angelicaruval@att.net or call (916) 730-5879. Disc JockeysNeed a DJ at your club or event? Give one of our local DJs a call for their rates and more detailed information. DJ CesDJ Ces is available for weddings, graduations, birthdays, quinceaneras, business events and any other occasion you can think of. He plays Latin music as well as a range of other music, depending upon your preference. DJ Pakko
DJ Pakko (alias Abraham Contreras) has been providing DJ services in the Sacramento area for over six years. He has been a DJ in the Bay Area, at salsa conventions throughout California, at a recent Bachata congress in San Francisco, and occasionally at Club 21. DJ Pakko is a dancer and performer too. DJ Pakko is well known for his support of regional Latin congresses. If you need a DJ who can also provide instruction in Latin dance, DJ Pakko is the person to call. DJ Omar
Mr. Omar Torres
(916) 743-2517 mr.dj2007@yahoo.com www.myspace.com/misterdj2007
DJ Victor ManuelDJ Victor Manuel comes to Sacramento from the Los Angeles area. He has worked as a DJ for 10 years, playing all types of music but he specializes in Latin. He plays Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Timba at the Red Lion on Fridays and the Doubletree on Sundays. Call or e-mail him for more information. Clothing and ShoesThere are a few places in the Sacramento area to buy dance shoes and clothing. We will add more as we learn of them so feel free to e-mail us with your favorites. Capezio Dance Theatre Shop3839 H Street, Sacramento CA
(916) 452-2255 4800 Granite Drive, Rocklin, CA (916) 630-1448 http://www.capeziosacramento.com Capezio is well-known for their dance shoes including ladies closed and open-toe heels, men's Cuban heels and dance tennies. They also carry some clothing that would be appropriate for Latin dancing. Check their website for a small selection of dresses. Both locations are open Monday-Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sundays. Sole Provider4005 Manzanita Ave., #43 in the Bel Air Center, Carmichael, CA
(916) 489-4044 Mike Mathews, owner The ultimate boot and shoe repair shop. Mike can replace soles on your dance shoes with durable rubber, leather or suede. Straps can be replaced and scuffs removed. Need new heels? Not a problem either. Give him a call or stop by Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. DanceWear, Etc.8445 Sierra College Boulevard, Suite D, Granite Bay, CA
(916) 797-0757 820 Wales Street, Suite 2, Folsom, CA (916) 984-3410 DanceWear, Etc. offers a selection of Capezio shoes and a few items for club dancing such as black jersey skirts. On the WebHere is a selection of websites that some of our readers have tried and reported having a positive experience. SacTownSalsa does not endorse any site but includes these as resources for your information. www.aidadancewear.com |
Sacramento State Salsa Loca Club is a student club formed in 2007 to provide students interested in learning Salsa and other Latin dances a welcoming place to get together. They offer free lessons at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays in the Student Union but donations to th
e club are appreciated. They also offer an optional membership for $12 a semester. The membership includes a T-shirt and a membership card so that members can skip signing in at events. All are welcome, whether or not they are students. For details e-mail them at 
Tune in starting Saturday, October 16, 2010. DJ Omar will be on 97.9 FM from 8:00-9:00 a.m. Saturdays to promote Salsa in Sacramento. Tune in and give him some love.