Duval Dance Studio
Duval Dance Studio is a Latin dance studio in Jacksonville, FL specializing in salsa and bachata.
Salsa and bachata classes in Jacksonville, FL for beginner to advanced dancers, no partner required.
Updated August 2026
- Location
- Jacksonville, FL
- Categories
- Latin & Ballroom, Salsa, Bachata
Duval Dance Studio teaches salsa and bachata in Jacksonville, FL. The studio is located on Lone Star Rd. Bachata classes run Mondays and Tuesdays from 7 to 9 pm, with levels 1–2 on Mondays and levels 3–4 on Tuesdays. Salsa classes meet Wednesdays with foundations and advanced options available. Classes accommodate beginner through advanced dancers and do not require a partner. Instructors Jorge, Cristina, and Alex teach at the studio. Duval Dance Studio regularly hosts socials every other week where students can apply what they learn in class. The studio also offers venue rental for events and gatherings. Reviewers highlight the instruction and community. Students report learning bachata with no prior experience and note that instructors give individual feedback and dance with students during class. One reviewer called the classes "the best days of my week," while another described the social as featuring "friendly people not afraid to dance with you regardless of your skills." Pricing is described as cheap.
What dancers say · Florida Dancers review summary
All eight reviews gave 5-star ratings. Reviewers praise the instruction quality and community atmosphere. Students report significant progress even without prior dance experience and note that instructors provide individual feedback. Multiple reviewers mention the socials held every other week as opportunities to practice with other dancers. The studio is described as affordable.
Review highlights from Google
Marta Reguera Gómez
Great community and quality of instruction to learn latin dances!
Cody Grieser
I go to their bachata class on Mondays and Tuesdays with @Bachataville on Instagram, amazing class its cheap and will teach you how to dance even if you have no experience they host multiple socials every other week and their community is incredibly unjudgemental and welcoming try it out monday @7pm
Rachel Riseden
My favorite place to be every week! I started taking bachata classes a few months ago with no experience and I've already learned so much in such a short time. Jorge, Cristina, Alex and everyone else in the Bachataville/Duval Dance family create such a welcoming environment for newcomers. Each class…
Renes Perez
The social was awesome! Lots of friendly people not afraid to dance with you regardless of your skills at dancing and willing to share their skills with you. It was an amazing experience!
Knox Nethan
Best bachata classes for beginners and intermediate dancers! Super professional environment, and I’ve improved a lot just by staying consistent here.
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Frequently asked questions
What dance styles does Duval Dance Studio teach?
Duval Dance Studio teaches salsa and bachata. Bachata classes are offered on Mondays and Tuesdays, while salsa classes meet on Wednesdays.
Are classes suitable for beginners with no dance experience?
Yes. Bachata levels 1–2 (beginner) classes run Mondays from 7 to 9 pm. Reviewers who started with no experience report learning quickly. Classes do not require a partner.
What are the class times and levels?
Mondays: Bachata levels 1–2, 7–9 pm. Tuesdays: Bachata levels 3–4, 7–9 pm. Wednesdays: Salsa foundations and advanced, times not specified. All classes run 7 to 9 pm on stated days.
Does the studio host social dance events?
Yes. Duval Dance Studio hosts socials every other week where students can practice with other dancers.
Who are the instructors?
Jorge, Cristina, and Alex teach at Duval Dance Studio.