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The instructors break down moves in a way that’s easy to follow but still challenges you to level up. Plus, the Friday night socials are an absolute blast—live DJs, a lively bar, and tons of friendly faces ready to dance the night away. The studio itself is cozy but perfectly set up for learning and socializing.

I also love that they’ve expanded to Brossard, making it easier for more people to join the fun. If you want to meet awesome people, get fit, and learn some killer dance moves, Latin Groove is where you want to be. Trust me, once you start, you’ll be hooked!

But unfortunately, I have to give 1 star for my experience with Nataly, one of the teachers. Throughout the class, she gave no feedback, no corrections, no direction. Then, out of nowhere during the evaluation, she tells me I’m not ready to move to the next level.

When I asked why, she told me: “you have to check with my boss.”
Seriously? If you’re the one doing the evaluation, you should be able to justify your own decision. How can a teacher assess a student and not even be able to explain what needs to be improved? That’s not just unprofessional — that’s a complete lack of accountability.

For context: I was evaluated two sessions ago by another teacher who approved me to move on. Since then, I’ve improved a lot — but I personally chose to repeat the level twice to feel even more confident. And now Nataly tells me I can’t move forward? Seriously? She doesn’t want me to move on after all that effort?

To make it worse: she passed someone who couldn’t even perform the basic steps — and yet held me back, someone who’s shown commitment, consistency, and actual progress. That’s not just unfair — that’s completely unprofessional.

What an unfair evaluation, Nataly.
I will not accept being evaluated by you again. And frankly, as someone who teaches dance, you need to seriously work on your communication and leadership skills. Being a professional isn’t just about dancing well — it’s about guiding students with clarity, fairness, and integrity. You failed at that.

Franklin Velasco is, without a doubt, one of the best Zumba instructors I’ve ever come across. His energy is infectious, and his choreographies are not only professionally crafted but also deeply inspiring. He has a unique ability to make everyone feel the music and truly want to move. His classes are more than just a workout — they’re a full-on dance party that lifts your spirit and keeps you coming back for more.

If you’re looking to fall in love with dance, Latin Groove is the place to be — and Frankly’s Zumba class is an absolute must-try.

The teachers—Nataly, Franklin, Francisco, and Jonathan—are passionate professionals who share not only their love for dance but also excellent technical advice.
Attending classes here is truly motivating: you can feel the joy, enthusiasm, and drive to improve in every session. It makes you want to try all the courses!

The facilities are also spacious, bright, and well-maintained. Thank you LG for making dance accessible to so many people.

Also, shoutout to Sonya as well. She provided excellent customer service and was always responsive to our texts. We will definitely send them a thank you card after our wedding.

Thank you so much Maria, Sonya, and the whole team! We can’t wait to wow our guests!!

My fiancé and I started taking private lessons with Maria a little under a year ago. Initially we wanted to learn to social dance but we also wanted to be more comfortable with dancing at our upcoming wedding. My dancing has progressed enormously since I began with Maria, she’s really a fantastic teacher and tailors each lesson to suit your needs and skill level. She sets a pace that pushes you to improve but doesn’t take you too far out of your comfort zone.

This was the the first (and remains the only) activity that I’ve gone to since the city has de-confined and I can honestly say that they really are going the extra mile to ensure that the studio is running in a way that prioritizes the safety their staff and students: strict safety protocols are in place with sanitation stations available throughout the studio, your temperature is always taken at the door before a lesson and all instructors wear visors, masks, and new gloves for each lesson.

Everyone at the studio is professional, friendly and energetic! I can recommend this place to anyone who is even thinking of dancing – couples and singles alike!

The teachers care about your progress, your classmates are welcoming and supportive, and the studio provides opportunities to participate in showcases for those that want to work towards performing routines or group numbers

Joining the Pole Station family has been one of our highlights of living in the area

The instructors are very nice, but the owner makes what should be a fun experience negative. Not only was she unbelievably rigid and short with young children, she was disorganized, did not communicate changes to the schedule (which occurred A LOT) via email – only by speaking to parents who were onsite, and was unbelievably rude when any form of concern or issue was brought up. She seems to think we should be grateful she allows us to let our children take dance classes at her studio.

I will never enroll my child here again. Run far away.

I went to this studio really hoping to provide a fun experience for my daughter. The woman who runs this studio, however, has really seriously weak interpersonal skills. The weird part is, I kind of like her, and think that she is working really hard. The problem is that her way of acting to three year olds is just…inappropriate.

My daughter cried her first class, and the owner said in a very loud voice–“No Crying! No crying!” Then she darted around flapping her arms and telling us that she couldn’t have any crying in the classes.

Of course, this really aggressive and stressed out energy is not going to work on a scared little kid.

The younger staff are wonderful, and have a better approach overall, but the owner works at cross-purposes with her own staff who are much better than her at dealing with a child who is shy.

At any rate, I have to give this studio a very low rating because if you sign up, and it doesn’t work out (which is quite likely), they have no refund policy at all. They make you buy very expensive clothing on the first day to boot.

Last class, we were basically told to stop coming, and were even told that our child was “not normal” (she’s doing fine at daycare where she doesn’t cry) but we were not offered a refund for our money or even an apology.

I honestly feel a bit guilty writing this because I know that the owner is not a bad person, but she’s a very clueless one.

In response to the inarticulate rant below: we attended a total of three classes.

I ended up signing up to the hip hop session. It’s definitely a very intense work out. It works on your cardio and overall muscle strength. If you want a challenge and you want to step out of your comfort zone by pushing your limits definitely give this class a chance. Every single class, you’re constantly learning something new.

Shauna and Mel are very good teachers. Despite having the time constraint, they will always take the time to make sure you understand the moves, and they give you tips.

I’ve been serious about getting better  so I also do Open Space a lot. It’s very cheap, and I try to come as much as I can. For the past few weeks, I’ve been coming here to practice. It has become my second home. Literally, and every time I’ve come here both Mel and Shauna have been super welcoming.

Make sure to check out their website and their social media for more information!

Been going here for awhile and the owner is amazing! Very friendly, hospitable and amazing classes!

I can’t say enough good things about Makam Dance School! From the moment you step into their clean and welcoming studios, you are greeted with a friendly atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. The teachers at Makam are truly amazing – their passion for dance shines through in every class, and their expertise is evident in the way they guide and inspire their students.

The organization at Makam is top-notch. Classes run smoothly, schedules are clear, and communication is always prompt and helpful. I have never encountered any issues or inconveniences thanks to their great organization.

Being a part of the Makam dance family is truly an honor. The positive energy and sense of community within the school are infectious, and my daughter always leaves each class feeling inspired and motivated.

I highly recommend them to anyone looking to learn and grow as a dancer. Thank you, Makam, for providing such a wonderful dance experience!

Thanks for everything you do team, I’ll swing by for another yoga class soon!

Awesome school with very passionate teachers and a professional lovely team. I strongly recommend! They can teach to all levels which is very great also