About Us

Get to Know Us!
Welcome to Latin Effect Dance Studio, where passion meets movement. Our studio is a place where people of all ages can come together to learn and express themselves through the art of Latin dance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our classes are designed to help you unleash your inner dancer and have fun while staying fit and healthy.
About Me
Jasmine Urquiza - Studio Owner/Director
Jasmine began dancing at the age of 3. She started her dancing career in ballet, tap, and hip hop. At the age of 11, she was introduced to salsa calena. Immediately she was drawn to the new challenge of the fast footwork and elegant dancing. As a dancer, Jasmine achieved many awards at regional and national competitions including local congresses and world salsa summit. Jasmine was even invited to a TV production; Univision to be interviewed about her experience there! As a dance teacher, Jasmine prioritizes the importance of having a welcoming environment where you can go and express yourself through the art of dance. Like many dancers, this was always her safe space and her therapy. After high school, she attended Molloy University to study nuclear medicine and graduated May 2024. She continues to balance both her hospital job and the dance studio and hopes to inspire others to show them you can be anything you want to be!
