Now that school is over, summer has begun! I finally get to make more time for me and what makes me the happiest. One of those things is dance. Dance is the biggest thing that has always followed me throughout the years, saving me from all the ups and downs of my life.

In San Diego, there are many places to go dancing and have a blast. However, for training or simple practice and cardio, there are a few dance studios that I would highly recommend visiting throughout this summer.

The most known here in San Diego, that has a huge variety of dance styles to take, is Culture Shock Dance Center. The best thing about this studio is that on Fridays, they have happy hour prices, therefore, each class is only $7.50 rather than $15! That is a huge save for dancers who casually take classes each week. You can check them out on Instagram @cultureshocksandiego, and also on their website, Culture Shock Dance Center for directions, hours, class schedule, and more.

Another great studio that I favor for their amazing Bachata and Salsa classes is A Time To Dance in North Park, San Diego. They have an average variety of styles to try, but their Bachata, Salsa, and Hip-hop classes are very popular. The instructors work depending on your pace, and are very supportive. They welcome you with no judgment and simply do their best to teach you what you came to learn. They can be contacted at A Time To Dance San Diego for hours, class schedule, location, directions, and more.

Lastly, for those who are 21+, there are many cool experiences that you can discover with dance such as clubbing, and attending outside open house dance sessions throughout our community. There’s Sevilla nightclub that offers free Bachata and Salsa dance classes before the club actually opens, and if you check what’s going on through Facebook, you can find events at Liberty Station and more for open house events.

So whether you’ve gone to a dance class before or not, this would be the perfect thing to add to your bucket list this summer. Trying new things is always the best, especially when you have so much fun achieving it!