Salsa​/Bachata Instructor: DF Dance Studio

Role

Salsa/Bachata Dance Instructor

DF Dance Studio

2978 S State St Ste B, South Salt Lake, UT

Salsa and Bachata, within a broader Latin and partner-dance program

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DF Dance Studio has helped adults learn dance in the Salt Lake City area since 2008.

Most classes run from 6:00pm to 9:00pm, and evening or weekend availability is highly valued.

Instruction covers timing, connection, social etiquette, and a clear progression for students in the Latin program.

• Teach beginner to intermediate group classes.
• Lead occasional workshops.
• Explain timing, connection, and social etiquette.
• Co-teach and give concise feedback.
• Maintain a clear, encouraging coaching style.

• Two or more years of consistent prior teaching and social experience are required for the Salsa/Bachata instructor role.
• Strong musicality, reliable attendance, and comfort communicating with adult beginners are part of the stated skill set.
• The role does not require a partner.
• A clear explanation style and concise feedback help students work on timing, connection, and social etiquette without losing the practical rhythm of a group class.
• A dance class needs safe, developmentally appropriate teaching practices before advanced training; NDEO dance education standards describe that progression across dance settings.

Pay is Not provided by the employer.

Employment type

and work mode are also Not provided by the employer, so the listing does not establish whether the position is full-time, part-time, contract, onsite, hybrid, or remote.

DF Dance Studio lists a positive team culture, clear expectations, training and mentorship, a defined growth path, and potential bonus opportunities as part of its employment information.

• employee discounts on classes and events
• potential bonus opportunities

DF's teaching system also includes a progression from assistant and apprentice roles toward paid teaching positions.

DF Dance Studio runs group classes, private lessons, workshops, teams, socials, weddings, and bootcamps. The studio's Latin program sits within that wider partner-dance schedule, while the instructor role stays focused on class teaching and occasional workshops.

What dance styles does the role teach? The role teaches Salsa and Bachata within DF Dance Studio's Latin program.

How much experience is required? The employer requires 2+ years of consistent prior teaching and social experience.

Does the role require a partner? No partner is required.

What pay and employment type are listed? Pay and employment type are Not provided by the employer.

DF Dance Studio's teaching pathway includes classroom experience, structured feedback, and milestones toward a Junior Teacher role. The studio also describes opportunities to perform, choreograph, and lead community events.

South Salt Lake remains the listed work location.