Black Belt Dance
Overview
Need a show-stopping Salsa performance? A DJ with party lighting? Handsome dancers for your Quinceanera or gala? We've got you covered!
We specialize in Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, and Latin dance performances - all powered by the world-renowned Black Belt Dance training system. Our polished dance couples and troupes deliver hot, crowd-igniting shows, plus an optional 30-minute beginner group lesson that gets every guest on the floor. Add DJ services and dance-floor lighting for an unforgettable night.
Message us - we're so ready to dance!
Reviews
4 reviews
Pam M.
August 15, 2021Black Belt Salsa
They did an excellent job - did exactly what I needed and had the patience of a Saint as the timing was off - Super thankful for understanding!! 150% recommend them
Hired as: Dancer, Salsa Dancer
Black Belt Dance
Thank you so much Pam! It was truly a pleasure to meet you and your group! Please keep us in mind for future gigs!
- Edie, The Salsa FREAK!! https://www.SalsaFreak.com
CEO and Founder, Black Belt Salsa https://www.BlackBeltSalsa.com
Group Classes: https://www.ThisIsSalsa.com
Zoe A. S.
July 23, 2018Absolutely fabulous!
Dancers showed up on time, gave great performances, and were excellent instructors. They also stayed way beyond our agreed upon time, providing music and more dancing. Everyone joined in, and had a great time. There were about 40 adults and some children.
Hired as: Salsa Dancer
Black Belt Dance
Thank you so much for your amazing review! Please keep us in mind for any future referrals and parties! Edie, The Salsa FREAK!!
- Black Belt Dance
Stacy J.
December 9, 2019SO FUN!
Thanks so much to Felix & Sarah for coming to our holiday event, being flexible with our timeline, and for putting on an engaging, entertaining, and enjoyable performance.
Hired as: Salsa Dancer
Booking information
Price range: $400 - $5,000
Languages: English, Spanish
Gig length: 60 - 300 minutes
Insurance: $3,000,000 - Great American Alliance Insurance Company 301 E. Fourth Street, 25 S Cincinnati, OH (phone number hidden)3-(phone number hidden) Alternative Balance LLC Po Box 434 Bradford NH (phone number hidden)-3848 (email hidden)
What to expect
Expect a polished, high-energy Latin dance experience from the moment we arrive. Our Black Belt Dance-trained performers show up early, in costume, professional, prepared, and ready to wow your guests.
From the first beat to the final pose, you can expect:
- Crisp, choreographed Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, and Latin-style routines
- Sharp technique, dazzling spins, fluid partnering, and infectious musicality
- Smiles, showmanship, and genuine connection with your audience
- Costumes and styling tailored to your event's vibe (elegant, sultry, festive, themed)
- Optional audience interaction - mini lessons, dance-floor warm-ups, and "pull-the-guests-in" moments that turn spectators into participants
- Clean, family-friendly performances suitable for any audience
Most of all, expect FUN. Our dancers don't just perform - they light up the room, get hips moving, and leave your guests buzzing about your event long after the last song ends.
About
Bring world-class Salsa entertainment to your next event! Our performance team is trained and choreographed by Edie, The Salsa FREAK!! (Edith Williams) - widely considered one of the top Salsa instructors in the world, a 3rd Degree Black Belt Salsa Master Instructor, and a three-time International Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
Every dancer on our team is developed through the Black Belt Dance system - a proven, systematized method refined over 20+ years and used by certified instructors in more than 80 countries. This rigorous approach produces dancers with exceptional technique, musicality, partnering skill, and stage presence. The result: polished, energetic, audience-captivating performances you can count on.
What we offer:
- Professional Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, and Latin-style performances for weddings, corporate events, galas, private parties, festivals, and showcases
- Solo, duo, and full-team choreography tailored to your event, theme, and music
- Interactive group dance lessons and crowd warm-ups to get your guests on the floor
- Authentic Latin flair with elegant, family-friendly showmanship
Whether you want a show-stopping featured performance, an elegant first-dance moment, or a fun mini-lesson that gets everyone dancing, our Black Belt Dance-trained performers deliver high-energy, high-quality entertainment that your guests will remember long after the music stops.
We would love to make your event unforgettable - let's dance!
Additional booking notes
Performance Notes & Technical Info:
- Performance space: A clear, level dance area is required. For couples, ~10x10 ft minimum; for full troupe routines, ~16x16 ft is ideal. Hardwood, marley, or smooth-tile flooring strongly preferred (no carpet, gravel, grass, or slick/wet surfaces).
- Music & sound: We can provide our own music and DJ services with professional speakers, mixer, and microphones, or perform to a venue-provided system. A 3.5mm aux or Bluetooth connection works great.
- Lighting: Standard venue lighting is fine; we can also bring colorful ambient dance-floor lighting on request.
- Power: One standard 110V outlet within 25 ft of the performance area if we are providing sound/lighting.
- Changing area: A private space for costume changes is appreciated, especially for multi-set performances.
- Arrival: We arrive 45-60 minutes prior to performance time for setup and warm-up.
- Travel: Based in Colorado; happy to travel regionally and nationally (travel/lodging covered for out-of-area events).
- Add-ons available: Multiple performance sets, 20-30 minute beginner group lesson, DJ services for the full evening, and themed costuming.
Have unique requirements? Just ask - we love to customize!
Services offered
Team
Set list
Edie, The Salsa FREAK!! (I own this song, and all of its rights)
Any Latin song you can imagine.
We pay yearly BMI and ASCAP fees where we DJ and dance at events.
We are a current member in good standing with BMI and ASCAP
Ref: Edith Williams, Black Belt Salsa and Black Belt Dance
Influences and inspiration
Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers
Michael Jackson
Gene Kelly
The Mambo Kings
Johnny Vazquez - Los Angeles and Europe
Tropical Gem - Milan, Italy
Salsa Brava Dance Company - Los Angeles, CA
Setup requirements
We will provide DJ equipment - depending on the number of people in the crowd
Clear, level performance area (minimum 10x10 ft for couples; 16x16 ft preferred for full troupe)
Standard 110V power outlet within 25 ft (if we provide sound/lighting)
Private changing area for performers (especially for multi-set shows)
Smooth, indoor flooring (hardwood, marley, or smooth tile) - no grass, gravel, or carpet