PERSONALIZED 1 ON 1 COACHING

STOP GUESSING WHAT’S HOLDING YOU BACK. LET’S FIND IT AND FIX IT!

A private lesson cuts straight to the thing that’s actually holding you back. No group pace, no shared attention. Just you, a highly qualified Mayambo instructor and the specific work that moves the needle.

153+

5-STAR REVIEWS

4x

SALSA CHAMPION FOUNDER

60

MINUTE LESSONS

2

DANCERS PER LESSON, SAME RATE

YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE ADVANCED TO BENEFIT.

Private lessons work at every level. Whether you’ve never danced a day in your life or you’ve been on the floor for years and hit a wall, a private cuts the noise and gets to the actual work.

FAST TRACK YOUR PROGRESS.

Crystal clear technique in physical mechanics.

Flawless musicality, ON2 timing, and rhythm control.

Tailored drills to fix your specific body and movement gaps

Ultimate confidence to shine on any social dance floor

Personalized styling for both leads and followers.

STUCK IN GROUP CLASSES?


Perfect for dancers who feel lost in a big group class and want to understand why a specific turn, spin, or timing element isn’t clicking.

COUPLES & PARTNERS

work on partner connection, lead and follow mechanics, styling, and partner chemistry. Perfect for a unique date night or a performance group or simply to feel more confident with your social dancing ability.

THE METHODOLOGY

UNDIVIDED ATTENTION
REAL RESULTS

Every private lesson starts with where you actually are, not where the curriculum assumes you should be. Your instructor will identify the real gaps, addresses them directly, and gives you something you can use before you leave the room.

 

TIMING AND RHYTHM

Master ON2 timing. Understand the instruments, find a conga, and learn how to step naturally with the music instead of counting in your head.

BODY MOVEMENT

Unlock natural coordinated motion, including rib cage isolation and arm styling technique. Stop looking stiff and rigid and learn to express the music with your whole body.

PARTNER CONNECTION

Learn the physics of leading and following. Develop a comfortable, responsive connection that can communicate clearly on any social dance floor.

SPINNING & BALANCE

Master your core alignment, spotting technique, and foot placement to execute clean and stable turns without losing your balance.

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

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153+ GOOGLE REVIEWS

Del once told me that I would give up on me before he gave up on me, and he was right! Del is so patient. I’m not the quickest learner or the best dancer, but he’s very attuned to the strengths and weaknesses of his students. If you’re intimidated by the thought of privates, as I was, don’t be. He puts his students at ease. Every class is energy-filled and fun!

Nancy - Student

There are a lot of great dance teachers in Chicago, but for Salsa, Del is the best. Hands down. Whether you are a lead or a follow, he can quickly pinpoint what is holding you back and set you on a path to improve.

Jason - Student

I LOVE my private lessons here. You get the bang for your buck and so much more. I’ve taken classes at the most popular places in the city and no one stacks up to the knowledge and understanding of how the body works and moves like Del. This is the best kept secret in the city — well, not anymore because I just told you.

Natasha - Student

SIMPLE PRICING, NO GUESSWORK

All packages include up to two dancers at the same rate. Solo, with a partner, or with a friend, the price doesn’t change.

Work one-on-one with a Mayambo instructor.

Price is valid for up to two dancers (no extra charge)

Book the lesson on your own schedule.

Get an honest assessment tailored to your specific needs.

A strict 24-hour cancellation policy is enforced.

24-Hour Cancellation Policy: All cancellations or reschedules need to happen at least 24 hours before your lesson. This gives us time to offer that spot to another student. If we don’t receive that notice, the lesson will count as used. We appreciate you planning accordingly.