About us
Learn salsa with professional salsa dancer and 2x social dance comp champion, Jade Opal. Whether you're a beginner, or you've got some experience, these classes are designed to improve your fundamentals and refine your technique to help you have fun and be safe on the dance floor.
Salsa Footwork, or "shines" classes meet on Wednesdays at 8:30pm.
Salsa Partner work classes meet on Fridays at 7:30pm.
Each class is $20/person. No partner needed. LGBTQ+ safe space. Minors welcome with adult-supervision. See link for payment methods.
If you'd like to further your training, consider joining the Pantera Dance Company salsa shines team, Chitá, on Thursdays at 8:30pm. Fill out the inquiry form via the link provided for more info.
More class info:
https://linktr.ee/msjadeopal
All classes and rehearsals are held at
38905 Monterey Ave, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Follow @msjadeopal and @panteradancecompany on Instagram!
Upcoming events
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- $20.00

Salsa Partnering Class
Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, CA, Palm Springs, CA, USWelcome to Pantera Dance Company!
Join us every Friday from 7:30-8:30pm for Salsa Partner work at In Movement Dance Studio (38905 Monterey Ave, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270).
What you'll learn: This class focuses on Salsa "On 1", beginning with a follow-along warm-up, followed by review/explanation of practical footwork or body movement skills that will be needed for the partnering pattern of the day. Fundamental partnering skills are provided, so whether you're new to salsa, or you have some experience, you'll walk away with improved technique and a safer experience on the dance floor!
Regardless of your gender, you may choose to either lead or follow, as studying both roles is a great way to improve your skills. No partner is needed since we rotate partners, but if you prefer not to rotate, no problem!What to wear: Latin shoes with a suede sole are best, but comfortable street shoes without a sticky rubber sole are also a safe option. Please consider the use of deodorant and mints.
How much is it?: Class is $20 or included with Pantera Dance Company membership (This class can also be registered for directly on the IMD website, but you may pay via Venmo or Zelle through the link provided).
Use code "MIAU26" for the chance to get 50% off of your ticket (Meetup ONLY)! This code can only be used 2 times per class, so be sure to register as early as possible!Open-gender, open-level, ages 12+ (minors with supervision).
1 attendee - $20.00

Salsa Footwork Class
Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, CA, Palm Springs, CA, USWelcome to Pantera Dance Company!
Join us every Wednesday from 8:30-9:30pm for Salsa Footwork, or "shines", at In Movement Dance Studio (38905 Monterey Ave, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270).
What you'll learn: This class focuses on Salsa "On 1", beginning with a follow-along warm-up, followed by review/explanation of practical footwork or body movement skills that will be needed for the footwork combo of the day. This might include work in the center of the floor, or drills across-the-floor. Whether you're new to salsa, or you have some experience, you'll walk away with improved technique and a safer experience on the dance floor!
Regardless of your gender, you may choose to opt for styling options that help you express yourself fully. No partner is needed as shines is all about dancing solo.
What to wear: Latin shoes with a suede sole are best, but comfortable street shoes without a sticky rubber sole are also a safe option. Please consider the use of deodorant and mints.
How much is it?: Class is $20 or included with Pantera Dance Company membership (This class can also be registered for directly on the IMD website, but you may pay via Venmo or Zelle through the link provided).
Open-gender, open-level, ages 12+ (minors with supervision).
1 attendee - $20.00

Salsa Partnering Class
Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, CA, Palm Springs, CA, USWelcome to Pantera Dance Company!
Join us every Friday from 7:30-8:30pm for Salsa Partner work at In Movement Dance Studio (38905 Monterey Ave, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270).
What you'll learn: This class focuses on Salsa "On 1", beginning with a follow-along warm-up, followed by review/explanation of practical footwork or body movement skills that will be needed for the partnering pattern of the day. Fundamental partnering skills are provided, so whether you're new to salsa, or you have some experience, you'll walk away with improved technique and a safer experience on the dance floor!
Regardless of your gender, you may choose to either lead or follow, as studying both roles is a great way to improve your skills. No partner is needed since we rotate partners, but if you prefer not to rotate, no problem!What to wear: Latin shoes with a suede sole are best, but comfortable street shoes without a sticky rubber sole are also a safe option. Please consider the use of deodorant and mints.
How much is it?: Class is $20 or included with Pantera Dance Company membership (This class can also be registered for directly on the IMD website, but you may pay via Venmo or Zelle through the link provided).
Use code "MIAU26" for the chance to get 50% off of your ticket (Meetup ONLY)! This code can only be used 2 times per class, so be sure to register as early as possible!Open-gender, open-level, ages 12+ (minors with supervision).
1 attendee - $20.00

Salsa Footwork Class
Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, CA, Palm Springs, CA, USWelcome to Pantera Dance Company!
Join us every Wednesday from 8:30-9:30pm for Salsa Footwork, or "shines", at In Movement Dance Studio (38905 Monterey Ave, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270).
What you'll learn: This class focuses on Salsa "On 1", beginning with a follow-along warm-up, followed by review/explanation of practical footwork or body movement skills that will be needed for the footwork combo of the day. This might include work in the center of the floor, or drills across-the-floor. Whether you're new to salsa, or you have some experience, you'll walk away with improved technique and a safer experience on the dance floor!
Regardless of your gender, you may choose to opt for styling options that help you express yourself fully. No partner is needed as shines is all about dancing solo.
What to wear: Latin shoes with a suede sole are best, but comfortable street shoes without a sticky rubber sole are also a safe option. Please consider the use of deodorant and mints.
How much is it?: Class is $20 or included with Pantera Dance Company membership (This class can also be registered for directly on the IMD website, but you may pay via Venmo or Zelle through the link provided).
Open-gender, open-level, ages 12+ (minors with supervision).
1 attendee
Past events
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