About Us
Who we are:
About Baila Boogaloo;
The Baila Boogaloo Dance Company boasts energy and passion, promoting several types of popular and classical Latin Dances. The name ‘Baila Boogaloo’ takes its cue and influence from boogaloo (bugalu) music – a distinct salsa sound with an infectious upbeat harmony.
Leading the team are Joaquin E. Martinez – artistic director/head choreographer who co-founded the company with his partner, Darlene Wang de Martinez – director and principal female dancer.
Born in Acajutla, El Salvador, Joaquin continuously presents within every piece choreographed and in classes, the Latin flavor and components that flow through his blood.
The Baila Boogaloo dancers embrace the many forms and styles of Latin dancing characteristically influenced from Puerto Rico and Cuba.
The Baila Boogaloo Dance Co. offers classes in Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha, Cumbia and Casino Rueda, from beginner to professional levels. Baila Boogaloo instructors and assistant instructors can be found teaching private and public classes across the GTA.
With over 18 professionally trained dancers we also offers an array of spectacular Latin dance show packages inclusive of acrobatics and colorful show stopping costumes for corporate events, private functions, weddings, birthdays/Quinceañeras and special events.