Liz Lira Dance Academy

"This is a gem dance studio in Los Angeles. Taking their Salsa and Bachata class for 3 months and I have so much improvement on my social dance skills, physically and mentally. Liz is a truly excellent dance teacher and she is teaching us so many importance elements that most teachers will neglect. I took 9 classes a week they provide really nice classes package so please check it out you won't regret❤️❤️❤️"

"My husband and I hired Liz for wedding choreography this summer. We paid for 8 dance lessons upfront and we’re promised a dance routine. What we got instead was Liz week after week building the dance in real-time as she “felt her way” through the song. She never gave us a full choreography to practice. It was especially frustrating because we would have a week between seeing her and try to practice what she showed us which were generic dance moves mostly for Cumbia rather than a full dance. She got really upset in one of the classes when I tried to correct my partner’s steps (because she failed at this herself) and told me it was her job that I was taking and that I needed to trust the process. This was difficult to do because she would often forget where we left off in the last class and it always felt like it took half an hour just for her to get up to speed with where we were. She also dropped a bomb on us last minute that she was going on a 3 week vacation right before our wedding (unbeknownst to us when we paid her $1,400 in the beginning)!! She offered to cram classes in the week of our wedding to makeup for this We eventually dropped her and made up our own dance which was WAY better than what she was trying to have us do anyway. Liz tried to get us to write her raving Yelp reviews and I would have but sadly I had a negative experience and don’t want others to make the same mistake we did. Do not recommend for wedding choreography at all. And there was often a strong odor in the class that smelled like mildew which I hope she fixes."

"I have enjoyed every second and every moment being in this academy's classes. I have met lots of wonderful people and teachers who have been nothing, but supportive, understanding, patient and kind when learning the combo/steps/choreo. Lizs' passion for dance is very contagious and her laugh! I highly recommend coming here to learn, from all levels."

"Liz Lira Dance Academy - is where you can learn to dance if you’re a complete beginner or improve your style and technique if you have many years of dancing experience. There’s something for everyone! It’s a safe, judgement free environment. Always positive energy and friendly community. And if you’re looking for beautiful, elegant and most importantly comfortable dancing shoes - look no further! You can choose a perfect pair right here at this studio!"

"Liz Lira is a world champion salsa dancer and more importantly, one of the best teachers in Los Angeles. This Latina-owned business is by far the most gender friendly studio in the city! Women get just as much out of every class as the men which is unfortunately rare. Leads learn fundamentals, safety, and etiquette and follows learn the most incredible styling!! Liz has created a warm and welcoming dance community that emphasizes technique, style, and kindness. She's a legend and hires other teachers who are dynamic and up and coming stars! Highly recommend Liz Lira and whatever level dancer you are, Liz Lira can elevate you. I haven't taken classes with all of her instructors but Henry Salazar and Devon Katrina are absolutely spectacular. Its an honor to take classes with these titans of dance!"