THE LARGEST LATIN DANCE STUDIO IN THE DMV
OUR INSTRUCTORS
They are here to serve you! No attitudes, just expert teachers.
Silvia
Owner/Instructor
Dancing since she was 6, one of Silvia’s dream was always to have her own dance studio. Now the Salsa With Silvia studio is the fastest growing and largest Latin dance studio in the DMV area with locations in DC and Bethesda, MD.
Mario
salsa/ bachata/cumbia
Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Mario began dancing jazz and Mexican folk dance at academies and dance companies in his hometown at a very young age. Dance continued to be an important part of his life as he grew up, and he has trained with instructors from around the World in a variety of disciplines
Yoii
Salsa/Bachata instructor
Yoii has been dancing for 20 years. She is a Colombian native from the city of Cali and raised in The Big Apple. Her dance background extends from Ballet to Hip Hop and all Latin Dances.
Salsa and Bachata have become Yoi’s passion and focus. She loves to work with all levels of dancers, including those with special needs.
Andrea
SALSA, BACHATA & MERENGUE INSTRUCTOR
Andrea was born in Ecuador. She joined the Salsa With Silvia team in September of 2022. She has danced professionally for 10 years, being the national champion in her country in the on1 salsa team category.
Nemo
SALSA INSTRUCTOR
Nemo is a versatile dancer, extensive experience in Salsa and choreography with a masters degree in Dance Movement Therapy. Her teaching journey began in 2015, and within just two years of learning Salsa!
Roberto
Salsa instructor
Born in Maryland, However, Roberto lived abroad in Bolivia for almost 6 years. After graduating high school he came back to pursue a career in electrical engineering.
Rafael
Salsa on 1 instructor
Rafael is a professional salsa dancer from Colombia. His passion for dance derives from the ability that dance gives you to express freely through body movement. He has been a dancer for 19 years.
Aldo
Salsa/Bachata Instructor
Aldo Ortega has been teaching how to Lead and Follow bachata (traditional and modern/sensual) and salsa (on1, on2) for 7 years and has 2 years of ballroom experience.
Trevor El Morenito
Salsa On 1, Salsa On 2 Instructor
Trevor Brown, A.K.A. El Morenito, is known for his unique, raw, and playful dance style. As an instructor Trevor really enjoys helping & teaching newer dancers to get the hang of the social Latin dance styles and seeing his students progress on and off the dance floor. Trevor inspires you to dig deeper in your practice, while still having a good time on the dance floor.
Pedro
Salsa, Bachata, ChaCha & Mambo Instructor.
Pedro is a Cuban native raised in Miami, and is a classically trained musician turned dancer. His admiration for dancing developed during his time in college when he accidentally joined his college Latin dance team JHU’s ¡Baila!.
Aciela
SALSA & Bachata DOMINICANA instructoR
At an early age, Aciela developed a passion for dancing and music, attended a local music school and joined a local dance team. Aciela began dancing latin dances in 2011, and her first trip to Cuba and Dominican Republic had a big influence on her development as a dancer. It was on the island where she fell in love with the culture and music.
Joe
Urban, Hip Hop, Reggaeton, and street jazz instructor
Joe was born in Caracas, and at the age of 10 years old he moved to Maracay where started dancing for a theater company called Charlie Chaplin, at his 18 years old moved back to Caracas to continue dancing in Musa Dance Studio focused on Street Dance, with the SME academy went to competitions like: DAM (Desafío al movimiento) during this time Joe Reyes also founded his own Theater Company called Olimpo Teatro, and all the shows where choreographed by him.
Luis Miguel
KIZOMBA, SALSA & BACHATA Instructor
Luis Echarte is an experienced dance instructor with over 15 years of teaching. He specializes in Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Bachata, Kizomba, and Afro-Cuban dances.
Nii
Kizomba, Urban Kiz & Zouk instructor
Nii is a seasoned dance instructor known for his unique approach that blends structure and play, making learning dance both effective and enjoyable. With a passion for connection and community, he creates a welcoming space for dancers of all levels.
Nilton
REGGAETON & HIP HOP Instructor.
Nilton Rodney has 14 years of experience in the urban community of Costa Rica as a dancer, teacher, choreographer and producer of Urban Dance events.
Chanda
Bachata Dominicana Instructor
Chanda fell head over heels in love with dance six years ago, and has spent the last three devoted to training extensively in traditional/Dominican-style bachata. With lots of training, and certification to teach bachata by world-renowned instructors Alex and Desiree, Chanda loves sharing not just the steps, but her deep appreciation of the music, movement, and vibrant culture behind the dance.