Business Details
22 Years
experience
Latin Dance Classes & Events in Syracuse, NY
La Familia De La Salsa has been dedicated to promoting Latin dance and culture since 2004. Founded by Brian A Bromka and Roberto Perez, our organization began as a Salsa/Rueda demonstration team with 24 international dancers. Over two decades, we have grown into one of Upstate New York's largest Latin dance communities with over 3,000 members. Our flagship event, Havana Nights Latin Dance Party, has been the region's premier weekly Latin dance experience for 21 years. We offer weekly classes in Salsa, Cardio Salsa, Ladies Styling, and Cuban styles like Casino and Rueda de Casino. Our professional ensembles, including the 12-piece Latin Orchestra Salsa-Son-Timba, have performed alongside industry legends such as Tito Puente Jr. and Charo.We maintain strong community ties through cultural events, charity initiatives, and educational programs. Our instructors bring global dance expertise while emphasizing local accessibility. We operate with a clear mission: bridging cultures through dance, one step at a time. Our Syracuse-based organization continues expanding Latin dance appreciation through innovative programming and authentic cultural experiences.
Services
Salsa Classes
Latin Jazz Ensemble
Dance Performances
Cuban Style Instruction
Event DJ Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience promoting Latin dance culture
- Our ensembles have performed with international salsa legends
- We maintain a 3,000+ member dance community network
- We offer specialized Cuban dance style instruction
- Our weekly Havana Nights event is the region's longest-running Latin dance party
What people say
Vibrant community
Authentic Latin vibe
Professional instructors
Welcoming atmosphere
Great music selection
Services
Salsa Classes
We offer comprehensive salsa instruction for all skill levels in multiple Latin dance styles. Our curriculum includes traditional Salsa, Cardio Salsa fitness classes, and advanced Cuban styles like Casino and Rueda de Casino. With 100-150 weekly students, our experienced instructors provide both group classes and private lessons to develop proper technique and cultural understanding.
Latin Jazz Ensemble
Our professional Latin jazz ensemble 'Havana Soul' delivers authentic Cuban jazz performances at public events and private functions. The group combines traditional Afro-Cuban rhythms with modern jazz improvisation, creating vibrant musical experiences that complement our dance programs and cultural events throughout Upstate New York.
Cuban Style Instruction
We specialize in teaching authentic Cuban dance styles including Casino and Rueda de Casino. Our instructors emphasize the cultural context and traditional patterns of these dance forms while adapting instruction for modern learners. This specialized programming preserves Cuban dance heritage while making it accessible to contemporary dancers.
Dance Performances
Our professional dance ensembles perform at public festivals, private events, and community celebrations. With decades of combined experience, our performers have shared stages with salsa legends like Tito Puente Jr. and Charo. We showcase traditional Latin dance forms while creating innovative productions that engage modern audiences.
Event DJ Services
We provide professional DJ services featuring curated Latin music selections for dance events and private functions. Our DJs specialize in creating authentic Latin dance atmospheres with expertly mixed playlists that maintain proper dance rhythms while engaging diverse audience tastes across multiple Latin music genres.
People
Brian A Bromka
Founder / Artistic Director
Brian founded La Familia De La Salsa in 2004 with a vision to promote Latin dance culture. He leads artistic direction while maintaining community partnerships. His leadership has grown the organization into a major regional cultural institution.
Roberto Perez
Co-founder / Executive Director
Roberto co-founded the organization with Brian Bromka and serves as Executive Director. He manages daily operations and instructor training. His dance expertise and community connections have been vital to the organization's growth and success.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer Salsa, Cardio Salsa, Ladies Styling, and Cuban styles including Casino and Rueda de Casino.
Do you offer beginner classes?
Yes, we provide introductory Salsa Survival Lessons for Beginners every Friday night before our Havana Nights event.
What is Havana Nights?
Our flagship weekly Latin dance party featuring live music, professional dance demonstrations, and social dancing since 2004.
Are your instructors qualified?
Our instructors have professional dance experience and specialize in authentic Latin dance techniques from Cuba and Puerto Rico.
Can I book your performers for events?
Yes, our Latin Orchestra Salsa-Son-Timba and dance ensembles are available for private events and public festivals.
Where are your classes held?
Most classes and events take place at the Ukrainian National Home Ballroom in Syracuse, NY.