Looking for advice… I’m looking to take some group classes in New York City and I’ve narrowed my choices down to Frankie Martinez or Eddie Torres. Now I’ve been taking On2 classes for about 4 months (not with either of them) so consider myself at the beginner/intermediate level. Is there anyone out there that has taken group classes from both? I’ve taken a beginners class with Frankie already and I thought he was great though due to scheduling Eddie’s classes are a bit more convenient. Though I’ve seen photos of Eddie’s group classes and seem to be very packed with people which i think is a negative.
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Julie 12:02 am on January 26, 2009 Permalink |
I’ve been to Eddie Torres’s class, and it was great…I really think you can’t lose with your options. I will advise you to figure out the appropriate level- I went to level II and it was clearly beyond me (I had been dancing 1.5 years and was beginning on2). The style of the class was lots of footwork, and hopefully you catch on, he doesn’t stop to help (although his wife Maria did). You may also consider Santo Rico, their classes were actually my favorite for their style (dance and teaching). Like I said, you really can’t go wrong, all the people you mentioned are truly amazing.
:) 12:49 pm on January 29, 2009 Permalink |
I am a beginner as well. Have been taking classes for 3 months. Maria Torres (Eddie’s wife) teaches the Level I class. I highly recommend the class – she’s funny and makes everyone feel at ease. I’ve seen the class packed, but I’ve also seen it with about 15-20 people, which is not a lot for size of the studio.
The class with Maria is $15 for 2.5 hours. First hour is shines (she breaks it all down very slowly), the second is partner work. It’s really great. I have not tried Eddie’s class yet, because I hear he is really fast to keep up with. But I hope you try their classes!
I have yet to take a class with Frankie Martinez, and I am planning on it. I also go to a school in Queens because it is closer to me (which btw I love) but Maria’s class is so so great. It’s def my favorite. But like Julie said, you can’t go wrong either way. Try all of them!