SPINS, SHINES n STYLE (Formerly Creative Expression) All the elements you need to know to design your own unique dance and style. Techniques for spinning, shines, and style (men and women) will be broken down, explored, drilled and combined into sequences. Classes are student centered and dynamic. Expect to be challenged, to sweat, and to expand your dance. Great if you: ~Have been dancing for a while and want to hone your technique ~Want to expand your repertoire ~Tighten up your spins ~Loosen up your styling ~Expand your shines ~Design your unique dance expression ~Take home elements to apply to social dancing and choreography Your class begins with a quick and challenging warm-up. You continue with drills to develop spinning, footwork and body isolation technique. You will end by combining your new moves into a challenging choreography combination. The purpose of this class is to build up your spins, shines and styling, add new moves to your repertoire and start developing your unique style and expression. You will dance across the floor and end each class with a fun collaborative footwork. Groove, sweat and laugh! S-Cube ( S^3 ) Schedule: Thursday: 7:30pm - 8:30pm Location: CAC Main Room (Upstairs) Coach: Serena Eastman Drop in: $17 Once a week Membership - $125 (per month) - Membership includes Partnering on Crack with G and S at 8:30pm ***Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Serena will break down vocabulary, concepts, and movements associated with the salsa on2, with clarity, patience and humor so that you feel comfortable and leave class able to incorporate new moves into your dance repertoire. Clothing: Your choice of sweatpants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. No special shoes are required. Feel free to bring your Heels, Jazz Shoes, or Dress shoes. It doesn’t matter as long as you're comfortable! Our Open Group classes operate in monthly formats and begin on the first Tuesday or Thursday of each month. If you miss the cut-off date to register (second week of classes), and would still like to begin the current session, no problem. The doors are always open.

Double Up Membership - $200 (per month) This membership allows you to take classes on Tuesdays AND Thursdays from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm and 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm. This membership also includes access to videos and curriculum via MasacoteTV. *Must receive coach approval to take classes.

Live Your Life Membership - $250 (per month) This membership allows you to take all classes throughout the month appropriate for your stage PLUS: -Access to the the curriculum and videos via MasacoteTV. -One Free Workshop per month with any Masacote Coach/Staff Workshop. -20% Discounts** with Guest Instructor Workshop per month. -15% Discounts** on Privates. --- *Must receive coach approval to take classes. **Discounts are not to be combined with other offers or promo.

ADVANCED PARTNERING All the cool moves and tricks of the trade. Learn to be a creative and smooth lead. Apply what you learn in S^3 to social dancing and partnering. We’ll work on multiple spins, direction changes, generating and controlling momentum in spins, flicks, tosses, drapes, hammerlocks, copas, and more! Come ready to test your brain and body! For the experienced dancer and those committed to focused and quick progress Great if you: ~Have been dancing for a while and need a new challenge ~Want to learn new moves ~Want to learn how to create your own moves ~Push your expression in partnering ~Hone your lead and follow technique ~Incorporate styling and spins into your dance ~Explore improvisation and musicality in partnering and shines Think of Tuesdays as preparing you, and building your dance foundation for Thursdays :) The purpose of this class is to learn new moves and advanced concepts in partnering, hone lead and follow technique and start incorporating multiple spins and styling, and developing your unique creative expression in partnering. Groove, sweat and laugh! Advanced Partnering Schedule: Thursday: 8:30pm - 9:30pm Location: CAC Main Room (Upstairs) Coach: G and Serena Drop in: $17 Once A Week Membership - $125 (per month) - Membership includes Spins Shines n Style at 7:30pm ***Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. G and Serena will break down vocabulary, concepts, and movements associated with the salsa on2, with clarity, patience and humor so that you feel comfortable and leave class able to incorporate new moves into your dance repertoire. Clothing: Your choice of sweatpants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. No special shoes are required. Feel free to bring your Heels, Jazz Shoes, or Dress shoes. It doesn’t matter as long as you're comfortable! Our Open Group classes operate in monthly formats and begin on the first Tuesday or Thursday of each month. If you miss the cut-off date to register (second week of classes), and would still like to begin the current session, no problem. The doors are always open.

Advanced Training Wednesday “The training for people…who think training and working hard is fun.” --Aaron Masacote is offering a 2-hour intensive training session on Wednesday nights with Aaron, Serena and G. Come prepared to work your butt off and seriously uplevel your dance. This is a training for people who want to launch their dance to the next level. Be ready to work hard, sweat, laugh and train, train, train. Each session will be full of drills, techniques, choreographies, insights and surprises. This is the type of training Masacote dancers would receive before lighting the stage up performing an iconic Masacote choreography. What you will work on: Spin drills Body isolations Afro-cuban movement Strength, conditioning and stamina Footwork routines Musicality and timing Learn and dissect sections of Masacote’s legacy choreographies and more. ​ Mark your calendar! Wednesday night is training night. Pricing: Monthly Membership Price: $140 Drop In: $40 ​More Info: Practice training sessions will: ​ -Create consistency and momentum in your dance practice -Expand on the material presented by Aaron -Provide a fresh twist and perspective -Additional review and practice of material Aaron presented -Keep the pace fast and ready for as much new material as possible -Maximize your training time and opportunity -Each week will be led by a different Masacote Coach with their unique strengths and style The training will be focused around the curriculum presented by Aaron, inspired by professional-level Masacote dance training. ​ IMPORTANT DETAILS: This is the fine print but you need to read it this before you sign up. *** Proficiency in the material in Masacote School Stage 2 and above is required. If you have not been pre-approved and want to try out: 1. Email us and let us know you’re interested! 2. Come to the first class. Your first class will include an assessment of your skills and level to ensure this class is a good fit for you. 3. There will be a standardized assessment form that the instructors will fill out and go over with you after class. 4. If we determine it is not the right fit we will make recommendations for alternative training opportunities and a time frame when Aaron’s training would be advantageous to you. The class will be fast-paced, intense, and demanding, mentally and physically. This is for the serious dancer. It requires a certain foundational knowledge for it to be worthwhile. The last thing we would want is for you to invest in something that will not serve you. Aaron Damus is a former principal dancer with Masacote, founding instructor of Masacote Dance School and a formally trained musician. He has over 20 years of experience teaching and dancing. ​​​​​ Starts on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025, 7:30pm – 9:30pm Where: Cambridge Athletic Club, 215 First Street, Cambridge, MA. 02142 Pricing: ​ Monthly Membership Price: $140 ​ Drop In: $40 ​​​​​​​​​​ Limit: 35 Students ​ Note*: - $25 discount on Membership classes - Unlimited memberships pay flat rate of $50 ​

In-Studio Drop-In - $17 (per class). Intensive Drop-In - $40 (per class). Virtual Drop-In - $15 (per class).

FOUNDATIONS Everything you need to lay the foundation for your dancing. Basic steps, movement, directions, connection. You’ll get your feet moving and your heart beating and your mouth smiling. Prepares you for Foundations partnering. Great if you: ~Are totally new to dancing ~Coming from dancing on1 ~Want a refresher of the basics ~Haven’t been dancing in a while ~Want to build a strong foundation for your dance Groove, sweat and laugh! The purpose of this class is to get you dancing! You’ll learn what you need to get out on the dance floor. You’ll explore the dance and music, its concepts and terminology. Foundations Stage Schedule: Tuesday: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: CAC Main Room (Upstairs) Coach: Masacote Coach Drop in: $17 Once A Week Membership - $125 (per month) Membership includes Foundations of Partnering at 8:30pm ***Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Coach will break down vocabulary, concepts, and movements associated with the salsa on2, with clarity, patience and humor so that you feel comfortable and leave class able to incorporate new moves into your dance repertoire. Clothing: Your choice of sweatpants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. No special shoes are required. Feel free to bring your Heels, Jazz Shoes, or Dress shoes. It doesn’t matter as long as you're comfortable! Our Open Group classes operate in monthly formats and begin on the first Tuesday or Thursday of each month. If you miss the cut-off date to register (second week of classes), and would still like to begin the current session, no problem. The doors are always open.

INT. FOOTWORK AND SHINES Take your footwork to the next level. Learn cool moves, get groovy, do some styling, find fast feet and smooth slides. This is a more advanced footwork class, appropriate for someone who feels comfortable in the Foundations footwork and technique Great if you: ~You are coming back after a hiatus ~Want to challenge your feet, brain and body, ~Develop your unique interpretation and expression of the music ~Want to learn slick new moves and smooth body movement ~Expand your repertoire ~Practice choreography retention ~Apply what you learned in Foundations footwork to social dancing shines and choreography The purpose of this class is to get your body moving fluidly, your timing on point, your style emerging. And to express yourself through movement and music. Groove, sweat and laugh! Int. Footwork & Shines Schedule: Tuesday: 7:30pm - 8:30pm Location: CAC Main Room (Upstairs) Coach: G Drop in: $17 Once A Week Membership - $125 (per month) ** - Membership includes Foundations Partnering at 8:30pm *** Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. G will break down vocabulary, concepts, and movements associated with the salsa on2, with clarity, patience and humor so that you feel comfortable and leave class able to incorporate new moves into your dance repertoire. Clothing: Your choice of sweatpants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. No special shoes are required. Feel free to bring your Heels, Jazz Shoes, or Dress shoes. It doesn’t matter as long as you're comfortable! Our Open Group classes operate in monthly formats and begin on the first Tuesday or Thursday of each month. If you miss the cut-off date to register (second week of classes), and would still like to begin the current session, no problem. The doors are always open.

FOUNDATIONS PARTNERING All the fundamentals of lead and follow you need to go get out there on the dance floor. This class builds on the footwork foundations laid in the first hour. For the beginning dancer, or the more experienced dancer coming back, or advanced dancer who wants to hone the basics. This class prepares you for Thursdays. Great if you: ~Are newish to dancing ~Transitioning from on1 to on2 Want to build a strong partnering and connection foundation ~Become a clear and creative leader and follower ~Hone your fundamentals ~Truly incorporate the rhythms and movements into your body ~Begin applying styling and self expression to the dance The purpose of this class is to build a strong foundation in connection, lead and follow technique, learn new moves and expand your repertoire and start incorporating spins and styling Groove, sweat and laugh! Foundations Partnering Schedule: Tuesday: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: CAC Main Room (Upstairs) Coach: G Drop in: $17 Once A Week Membership - $125 (per month) ** Once a week Membership - $125 (per month) - Membership includes Foundations Footwork or Footwork and Shines at 7:30pm ***Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. G will break down vocabulary, concepts, and movements associated with the salsa on2, with clarity, patience and humor so that you feel comfortable and leave class able to incorporate new moves into your dance repertoire. Clothing: Your choice of sweatpants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. No special shoes are required. Feel free to bring your heels, jazz shoes, or dress shoes. It doesn’t matter as long as you're comfortable! Our Open Group classes operate in monthly formats and begin on the first Tuesday or Thursday of each month. If you miss the cut-off date to register (second week of classes), and would still like to begin the current session, no problem. The doors are always open.

Once A Week Membership - $125 (per month) This membership allows you to take classes on Tuesdays OR Thursdays from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm AND 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm. This membership also includes access to videos and curriculum via MasacoteTV. *Must receive coach approval to take classes.

Class Description: This class will focus on body movement drills, isolation techniques, and most importantly, finding your groove! Through Afro-Cuban and Rumba fundamentals, students will find different ways to connect to music, as well as the quality and execution of the movement. Every month you will work on a specific combination that focuses on putting it all together! Work on a series of movement & body isolation techniques to get your body moving more fluidly. Stretches will be introduced. These will be stationary (NO footwork). For both Men & Women looking to gain more awareness in body isolations. Movement Technique Schedule: Wednesdays 7-8pm Timeframe: 5 months (April 2020 - August 2020) Coach: Audrey Guerrero Cost: $119 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal.

About the Workshop​: Work with Ana Masacote on various methods of expression to hone in on your creative expression. Participants will come away with exercises and approaches for how to embrace their own unique voice in dance. Creative Expression Workshop Schedule: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020; 3-5pm Coach: Ana Masacote Cost: $30 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal.

Description: This class explores the basics of choreography and encourages using space to create individual movements. We will focus on body movement drills, isolation techniques, and most importantly, finding your groove (your own way of communicating through the dance in general). We will also explore the many styles of movement including hip-hop, jazz, modern, martial arts and acrobatics and even sports-like movements. Before getting into these movements, we’ll start the class with routine warm-up techniques to prepare the body for Afro-Cuban and Rumba fundamentals. Each month we will work on a combination that includes a specific technique and body isolation that pulls it all together to support your body’s fluidity. Eligibility: This class is open to everyone looking to gain body awareness (and have fun). All stages & drop-ins welcomed! Flow Into Movement - 2021 Schedule: Weds 6:00-6:45pm Timeframe: 5 months (April 2021 - August 2021) Coach: G Rossignol Cost: $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal.

Description: Learn groovy Cha Cha footwork combinations designed to teach you the fundamentals of Cha Cha! Open to leaders and followers. No prior dance training/experience necessary. Cha Cha Footwork Schedule: Wednesdays 8-9pm Timeframe: 5 months (April 2020 - August 2020) Coach: Angie Egea Class Cost: $119 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal.

Description: This class will incorporate various styles of dance (Hip Hop, Jazz, Contemporary and Afro to name a few) into your salsa repertoire. It is designed to enhance your creative process and support the intuitive expression of your movement and dance. Dance Fusion - 2021 Q1 Schedule: Tues & Thurs 7:00-7:45pm Timeframe: 3 months (January 2021 - March 2021) Coach: G Rossignol Cost: $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal. Dance Fusion - 2021 Q2 Schedule: Tues & Thurs 7:00-7:45pm Timeframe: 3 months (April 2021 - June 2021) Coach: G Rossignol Cost: $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal. Dance Fusion - 2021 Q3 Schedule: Tues & Thurs 7:00-7:45pm Timeframe: 3 months (July 2021 - September 2021) Coach: G Rossignol Cost: $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal. Dance Fusion - 2020 Q4 Schedule: Tues & Thurs 7:00-7:45pm Timeframe: 4 months (September 2020 - December 2020) Coach: G Rossignol Cost: $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal.

Description: Stages 2-4 require approval. Don't know your stage? If you know basics on 2 (cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn & footwork), start at Stage 1/1+ and let the coach know before class. Salsa Stage 2 Footwork - 2021 Schedule: Tues & Thurs 8:00-8:45pm Timeframe: 4 months (January - November) Coach: G Rossignol Cost: $149 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal. Salsa Stage 2 Footwork - Fall 2020 Schedule: Tues & Thurs 8:00-8:45pm Timeframe: 4 months (September - December) Coach: G Rossignol Cost $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal. Salsa Stage 2 Footwork - Spring/Summer 2020 Schedule: Tues & Thurs 8:00-8:45pm Timeframe: 5 months (April - August 2020) Coach: Angie Egea Cost: $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal.

Class Description: Mitchell will have a two-hour block of classes on Wednesday nights dedicated to sharing his craft and expression with us. We'll begin with Movement & Flow exercises, and transition into the Mechanics of Movement before fusing these elements together allowing us to explore and PLAY. Limitless Movement Program Schedule: Wednesdays 6:00-8:00pm EST Timeframe: 3 months (September 2020 - November 2020) Coach: Mitchell Provence Cost: $89 Click HERE to register. You will be prompted to create an account (and password). Once you submit payment, you'll be directed to the first lesson via your student portal.

Supplement your dance training with one-on-one private lessons. Single Lesson - $95 (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 3-Lesson Series - $270 (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $470 (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) *Limited time only

For couples or two students wanting to share the cost of lessons. Single Lesson - $110 (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 3-Lesson Series- $300 (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $520 (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) *Limited time only

For groups of 2 or more students wanting to share the cost of lessons. - Groups of 2 - 6 individuals - $300 💙 - Groups of 7 - 15 individuals - $650 💛 - Groups of 16 - 25 individuals - $1,000 💚 *(Expires 2 months from date of purchase) *Group lessons need to be confirmed via email/phone. Contact us infomasacote@gmail.com if you're interested in setting up a group lesson for more than six people.

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Ataloa #1-4 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #1-4 are renovated and each contains three (3) bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a meeting room equipped with refrigerator and microwave. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is a private room with a double bed, great for a couple or individual looking for some private space. Rooms 2 & 3 have 2 bunk beds each. These cottages are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Shared Room Pay in Full - $990 | 4-Month Autopay - $275* Room with 4 people. Bunk beds. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Couples' Room Pay in Full - $1050 | 4-Month Autopay - $290 *Room for 2 people. Double bed. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Private Room Pay in Full - $1100 | 4-Month Autopay - $300 *Private room during retreat. Bunk bed. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Private hotel rooms Saturday night in Boston available for $185 upgrade.

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Holt Lodge Dormitories Holt Lodge offers accommodations in eight (8) double-occupancy rooms with shared baths, and a meeting room/den with stone fireplace where Masacote Retreat participants will meet during evenings for a group discussion over hot chocolate and tea. Rooms are set up in college-dormitory fashion, and each has a dresser, hanging rack, and two (2) twin-sized beds that can be placed together for couples or private rooms. There are up to two people per room, with private options. This room is perfect for couples or participants who are light (or loud) sleepers (please let us know if this is the case as we will do our best to place you with someone suitable or recommend a private room). Holt Lodge is located a short two-minute walk from either the dining hall or Lawton Lodge. Holt Lodge, Shared Room Pay in Full - $1100 | 4-Month Autopay - $300 *Room for 2 people. Twin beds. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Holt Lodge, Private Room Pay in Full - $1300 | 4-Month Autopay - $350 *Private room during retreat. Double bed. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Private hotel rooms Saturday night in Boston available for $185 upgrade.

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Ataloa #7-10 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #7-10 are smaller, cozier, yet unfurnished, cabins, and each contains two (2) bedrooms, and a shared bathroom. These rooms do not have a meeting room or refrigerator. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is the main room you enter into, with two (2) bunk beds, and leads into Room 2, a separate small, but private, room with a double bed for those looking for a bit more privacy. Please note these cottages contain only a screen door and curtain as shown in the photo, which allows for more breeze at night. They are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall. Ataloa Cabins #7-10, Shared Room Pay in Full - $900 | 4-Month Autopay - $250 *Room with 4 people. Bunk beds. Shared bathroom. No common area. Ataloa Cabins #7-10, Private Room Pay in Full - $980 | 4-Month Autopay - $270 *Small, but separate private room during retreat. Double bed. Shared bathroom. Private hotel rooms Saturday night in Boston available for $185 upgrade.

Masacote’s Weeklong Summer Retreats are held at: Oceanwood Retreat Location 17 Royal St. Ocean Park, ME 04063 Just 1.5 Hours out of Boston For guests driving in, there is parking on the premises. Boston to Oceanwood Shuttle Transportation Please note flights to Boston are not included. For all guests taking flights in, Masacote will arrange bus transportation from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Oceanwood and back to the Boston hotel Saturday. Guests are responsible for transportation to airport the final Sunday from Boston hotel. Masacote is not responsible for missed flights, which will require attendee to find his/her own transportation to the retreat location from Boston. – July 2020 Retreat: Bus will leave airport at exactly 2:00pm on July 12th and retreat location at exactly 10:00am on July 18th.

This retreat is for dancers who are looking for a detailed course of training and are interested in working on the finer points of musicality and Afro-Cuban movements often overlooked in classes. It is about learning the how, not the what, in dance. And most of all, it is for people looking for a break from life and personal reflection while working and meeting other fabulous dancers from around the world in a safe and welcoming space. We have dancers of all skill levels and ages who attend. However, all attendees of the retreat should be familiar with the basics of Salsa On 2 (timing, cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn). Please feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.

Sunday, July 11 2:00pm - Bus leaves Boston Logan Airport for Retreat 3:00-5:00pm - Check in (No one registered before this time) 5:30-6:30pm - Group Dinner 7:00-9:00pm - Welcome with Masacote Retreat Staff Monday, July 12 – Friday, July 16 – Weekday Schedule - Classes EVERY DAY with the Masacote Tribe of Coaches – Wednesday classes end @ 12:30pm to allow for rest, practice, and outings. Saturday, July 17 8:00am - Breakfast 10:00am - Check out and Boston road trip 3:00pm - Check-in at Boston hotel 10:00pm-2:00am - Finale Outing to Boston Social Sunday, July 18 12:00pm - Check out and departure Guests are responsible for transportation from hotel to airport Sunday. Schedule is subject to change.

Lodging at Oceanwood ranges from dorm-style rooms to family-style, rustic cabins. Private and shared-room options are available, and your price depends on the cabin style of choice. Oceanwood staff cleans sleeping areas before, mid-week, and after camp, although we ask that you be courteous to the cleanliness of the area. Mitchell Hall Dormitories Mitchell Hall is only available during the August Retreat and offers a special Private room with half-bathroom option (the only personal bathroom available). It is perfect for those wanting a bit more quiet space and privacy. The personal bathroom is equipped with a sink and toilet. Communal showers are available in the hall outside the room. Mitchell Hall is attached to Holt Lodge, and it is located a short three-minute walk from either the dining hall or Lawton Lodge. Holt Lodge Dormitories Holt Lodge offers accommodations in eight (8) double-occupancy rooms with shared baths, and a meeting room/den with stone fireplace where Masacote Retreat participants will meet during evenings for a group discussion over hot chocolate and tea. Rooms are set up in college-dormitory fashion, and each has a dresser, hanging rack, and two (2) twin-sized beds that can be placed together for couples or private rooms. There are up to two people per room, with private options. This room is perfect for couples or participants who are light (or loud) sleepers (please let us know if this is the case as we will do our best to place you with someone suitable or recommend a private room). Holt Lodge is located a short two-minute walk from either the dining hall or Lawton Lodge. Ataloa #1-4 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #1-4 are renovated and each contains three (3) bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a meeting room equipped with refrigerator and microwave. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is a private room with a double bed, great for a couple or individual looking for some private space. Rooms 2 & 3 have 2 bunk beds each. These cottages are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall. Ataloa #7-10 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #7-10 are smaller, cozier, yet unfurnished, cabins, and each contains two (2) bedrooms, and a shared bathroom. These rooms do not have a meeting room or refrigerator. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is the main room you enter into, with two (2) bunk beds, and leads into Room 2, a separate small, but private, room with a double bed for those looking for a bit more privacy. Please note these cottages contain only a screen door and curtain as shown in the photo, which allows for more breeze at night. They are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall.

Lawton Lodge Lawton Lodge, located in the Ataloa Cabin area, is a 3,000-square-foot space, 75′ long x 40′ wide, and has a built in stage for easy viewing. The high ceilings, rustic interior, hardwood floors, and sunlight through the windows make the room feel like a welcoming sanctuary. Dance and music classes take place in Lawton Lodge. The Holt Lodge Den Holt Lodge is equipped with a meeting room/den for group meetings, chats, and get-togethers. Masacote Retreaters meet here for evening discussions over hot chocolate and tea. Topics covered range from History of Salsa to Musicality. Royal Ambassador Dining Hall At Oceanwood’s beautiful dining hall, guests enjoy buffet-style dining in the summer. Round dining room tables are set up throughout the hall, and the Oceanwood chef prepares sumptuous cuisine in a clean, industrial-style kitchen. Vegetarian, vegan, wheat and dairy-free diets are accommodated. Oceanwood staff cleans the dining hall area, although we ask that you be courteous and clean up after yourself. Oceanwood Activities When you’re taking a break from all the salsa training, feel free to walk to the beach (just five minutes away), play a game of basketball on one of the camp’s many courts, grab a Frisbee, start a camp fire, camp out on a log swing with a book, or chat with friends in the open air of the camp grounds. There is something for everyone! Best of all, an on-campus masseuse is available specifically for Masacote retreat guests looking to ease those sore muscles! Oceanwood Land Outside the buildings at Oceanwood, you will find flowerbeds, meadows, woodland paths and giant old maple trees. Oceanwood sits on 175 acres of wooded land that extend seamlessly into a great expanse of forest. Winding trails around the camp make for delightful adventures for walking or running hikes. This is the perfect place for taking personal retreats, rejuvenating, and observing nature. Oceanwood sits only four blocks from the Atlantic! Take a day to visit Old Orchard Beach, and try to schedule a morning to watch the sunrise over the ocean. The seven-mile long stretch of wide sandy beach is understandably the major attraction, but there is also an amusement park at the beachfront with arcades, carousels, ferris wheels and more!

Once registered, you will have the option to sign up for any of the following amenities offered during the retreat: Rent Camp Linens and Towels $25 — Includes Fitted Sheet, Sheet, Pillowcase, Washcloth, and Towel. You may also choose to bring your own. All beds already include a pillow & blanket at no cost. Hotel Room Private Upgrade $185 — Private hotel room in Boston the final Saturday night. Boston hotel rooms are only for the final Saturday night of the retreat. Shared rooms for two are already included in the cabin registration. Private Lessons with Masacote Staff $75 — Individuals (5% off for Packages of 5) $85 — Couples (5% off for Packages of 5) Get some individual attention on site during the retreat week in addition to group training. Lessons are offered in 45 min intervals with Masacote coaches. Student selects coach and time of lesson(s) prior to retreat. Massages with Private Retreat Masseuse $50 — Three’s a Charm Special (3 Chair) $99 — BEST DEAL: Survivor Package (2 Chair; 1 Full Body) $59 — Early Bird Sunday Special (1 Full Body) $55 — 25 min Upper or Lower Body Massage $75 — 45 min Full Body Massage $20 — 15 min Chair Massage Take a massage with the retreat masseuse during the week to help you relax and rejuvenate tired muscles. Student selects time of massage(s) prior to retreat. Tips are paid directly to masseuse at retreat.

Refund Policy: 2023 Retreat Full Refunds are allowed prior to May 1, 2023 Refund Allowed with $395 Cancellation Fee Deducted prior to June 1, 2023 ABSOLUTELY NO Refunds after July 1, 2023 Additional Conditions Masacote Entertainment is not liable for refunds should directors be hurt prior to retreat, but retreat is still offered. Masacote Entertainment reserves the right to use an assistant for demonstration purposes in such cases. Masacote Entertainment is not liable for refunds should student miss Boston shuttle bus to retreat due to delayed or missed flights (at which point the participant must arrange his/her own transportation to retreat).

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments.All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Ataloa #7-10 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #7-10 are smaller, cozier, yet unfurnished, cabins, and each contains two (2) bedrooms, and a shared bathroom. These rooms do not have a meeting room or refrigerator. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is the main room you enter into, with two (2) bunk beds, and leads into Room 2, a separate small, but private, room with a double bed for those looking for a bit more privacy. Please note these cottages contain only a screen door and curtain as shown in the photo, which allows for more breeze at night. They are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall. Ataloa Cabins #7-10, Shared Room - SOLD OUT Pay in Full - $779 | 4-Month Autopay - $199 *Room with 4 people. Bunk beds. Shared bathroom. No common area. Ataloa Cabins #7-10, Private Room - SOLD OUT Pay in Full - $846 | 4-Month Autopay - $215 *Small, but separate private room during retreat. Double bed. Shared bathroom.Private hotel rooms Saturday night in Boston available for $185 upgrade. Ataloa #1-4 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #1-4 are renovated and each contains three (3) bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a meeting room equipped with refrigerator and microwave. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is a private room with a double bed, great for a couple or individual looking for some private space. Rooms 2 & 3 have 2 bunk beds each. These cottages are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Shared Room Pay in Full - $896 | 4-Month Autopay - $230 *Room with 4 people. Bunk beds. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Couples' Room Pay in Full - $946 | 4-Month Autopay - $245 *Room for 2 people. Double bed. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Private Room Pay in Full - $996 | 4-Month Autopay - $259 *Private room during retreat. Bunk bed. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Private hotel rooms Saturday night in Boston available for $185 upgrade. Holt Lodge Dormitories Holt Lodge offers accommodations in eight (8) double-occupancy rooms with shared baths, and a meeting room/den with stone fireplace where Masacote Retreat participants will meet during evenings for a group discussion over hot chocolate and tea. Rooms are set up in college-dormitory fashion, and each has a dresser, hanging rack, and two (2) twin-sized beds that can be placed together for couples or private rooms. There are up to two people per room, with private options. This room is perfect for couples or participants who are light (or loud) sleepers (please let us know if this is the case as we will do our best to place you with someone suitable or recommend a private room). Holt Lodge is located a short two-minute walk from either the dining hall or Lawton Lodge. Holt Lodge, Shared Room Pay in Full - $996 | 4-Month Autopay - $259 *Room for 2 people. Twin beds. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Holt Lodge, Private Room Pay in Full - $1299 | 4-Month Autopay - $335 *Private room during retreat. Double bed. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Private hotel rooms Saturday night in Boston available for $185 upgrade. Choose cabin option on the next page.

Afro Cuban Fusion Afro Cuban dance classes explore a fusion of the movements & culture of folkloric Cuban dance. One stage for all skills offered. Bachata Bachata originates from the Dominican Republic. Our classes focus on musical groove and partner connection. Two stages are offered. Cha Cha No longer a limited intensive, Cha Cha now joins our schedule full-time! Attention will be placed on: cha cha music timing, partner connection, footwork & partnerwork repertoire building. Cuban Son Son is a dance and music style that originated in the eastern part of Cuba. Son spread across the island, Caribbean, and later to New York to become the root of what we now call Salsa. Son also provides the structural base for Casino, commonly known as Cuban Salsa. In this weekly class we begin to develop basic concepts and musicality for Son social dancing. Movement Technique This class will focus on footwork technique, weight placement, and musical awareness. Build up stronger, faster footwork while learning to build more rhythmic connections. Rumba Rumba is a Cuban folkloric, secular dance. Our classes focus on individual movement isolation and dance fusion. One stage for all skills offered. Salsa Masacote teaches NY Style Salsa On 2, centered around the Tumbao rhythm of the congas. Classes are separated into four stages of partnering and footwork. Masacote newcomers with prior Salsa On 2 experience may begin in Salsa 1+. All others must start in Salsa 1. Higher stages require coach approval, and students are moved up as they become proficient in the skills at each stage. Qigong & Meditation Cultivate peace of mind and tranquility by learning some basic techniques of meditative practices for aligning mind, body and soul with Joel Massicot.

Intensives and performance classes are organized in 3-12 month blocks and are not included in the memberships. Full session is required to participate, and spots are limited. Contact us for information on upcoming classes. Latin Music Percussion Intensives Offered every 3 months. Students learn about the music and how to play the instruments. No prior music experience necessary. Instruments are provided. Dance Intensives Offered every season. Dance intensives take a deeper dive into technique vs. repertoire. Past intensives include styling and salsa technique. Student Performance Classes Offered spring and fall. Students drill technique and learn choreography. Salsa Partnering performance classes start in January/February. Salsa Footwork/Movement performance classes start in September/October. Both of these groups train on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30pm-10:30pm. MASA2: Professional Track Program MASA2 is a one-year coaching program that launches every February. It is designed for men and women seeking to train with Masacote in a direct, challenging setting for staff and dancer development. Application required. This group trains on Mondays from 7:30pm-10pm.

Our Salsa program open group classes operate in monthly formats and begin during the first Tuesday or Thursday of each month. Description: Masacote teaches Salsa NY Style On2 classes. This style focuses on the Tumbao rhythm of the congas, which creates a unique swing with the music. We want to share our love for Salsa Music & Dance with you! Clothing: Your choice of sweat pants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. Shoes: Heels, Jazz Shoes, or Dress shoes. Salsa Stage 1 Intro Schedule: Tues & Thurs 7:30-8:30pm Coach: Tana Ruegamer Class Description: This class is set up to cover Salsa On2 history & fundamental basics to get you dancing immediately! Learn music & dance foundations over the month. Registration: Contact us ahead of time if you're interested in taking this class. New students (without prior dance training/experience) are welcome in Stage 1 up to the second day of class. Beyond that point, we recommend starting on the following month. It is highly encouraged that these students take classes twice per week. If you have prior Salsa On2 dance training/experience, and you'd like to begin after the second day of classes, email us at info@masacote.com. Salsa Stage 1+ Partnering Schedule: Tues & Thurs 7:30-8:30pm Coaches: Dave White & Natalia Rakhmanova Class Description: This is a transitional class specifically designed to prepare students with previous Stage 1 experience to solidify material and prep for advancement to Stage 2 Partnering. Don't know your stage? If you know basics of Salsa On2 (cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn & footwork), start at Stage 1+, and let the coach know beforehand. Registration: Students who have previously taken the Salsa Stage 1 Intro classes will need to receive approval from their coach prior to taking this class. It is highly encouraged that these students take classes twice per week. New students with Salsa On2 experience may drop-in at any time by contacting us at info@masacote.com ahead of time. Salsa Stage 1/1+ Footwork Schedule: Tues & Thurs 8:30-9:30pm Coaches: Audrey Guerrero Class Description: This is a transitional class specifically designed to prepare students with previous Stage 1 experience to solidify material and prep for advancement to Stage 2 Footwork. Don't know your stage? If you know basics Salsa On2 (cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn & footwork), start at Stage 1+, and let the coach know beforehand. Registration: Contact us ahead of time if you're interested in taking this class. New students (without prior dance training/experience) are welcome in Stage 1 up to the second day of class. Beyond that point, we recommend starting on the following month. It is highly encouraged that these students take classes twice per week. New students with Salsa On2 experience may drop-in at any time. Salsa Stage 2 Partnering Schedule: Tues & Thurs 8:30-9:30pm Coaches: G Rossignol & Natalia Rakhmanova Description: Stages 2-4 require approval. Don't know your stage? If you know the basics of Salsa On2 (cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn & footwork), start at Stage 1+ and let the coach know before class. Click HERE for the complete Masacote Salsa Syllabus. Registration: Students who have previously taken the Salsa Stage 1+ Partnering classes will need to receive approval from their coach prior to taking this class. New students with Salsa On2 experience may drop-in at any time by contacting us at info@masacote.com ahead of time. It is possible to take classes only one day per week; however, students who are new to this stage are highly encouraged to take classes twice per week. Salsa Stage 3-4 Partnering Schedule: Tues & Thurs 8:30-9:30pm Coaches: Angie Egea & Joel Massicot Description: Stages 2-4 require approval. Don't know your stage? If you know the basics of Salsa On2 (cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn & footwork), start at Stage 1+ and let the coach know before class. Click HERE for the complete Masacote Salsa Syllabus. Registration: Students who have previously taken the Salsa Stage 2 Partnering classes will need to receive approval from their coach prior to taking this class. Salsa Stage 2 Footwork Schedule: Tues & Thurs 9:30-10:30pm Coach: Angie Egea Description: Stages 2-4 require approval. Don't know your stage? If you know basics on 2 (cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn & footwork), start at Stage 1/1+ and let the coach know before class. Click HERE for the complete Masacote Salsa Syllabus. Registration: Students who have previously taken the Salsa Stage 1/1+ Footwork classes will need to receive approval from their coach prior to taking this class. New students with Salsa On2 experience may drop-in at any time by contacting us at info@masacote.com ahead of time. It is possible to take classes only one day per week; however, students who are new to this stage are highly encouraged to take classes twice per week.

Our open group classes for Movement Technique & Cha Cha operate in monthly formats, once per week, and begin during the first Wednesday of each month. Qigong & Meditation take place on Fridays. Movement Technique Schedule: Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm Coaches: Angie Egea Class Description: This class will focus on body movement drills, isolation techniques, and most importantly, finding your groove! Through Afro-Cuban and Rumba fundamentals, students will find different ways to connect to music, as well as the quality and execution of the movement. Every month you will work on a specific combination that focuses on putting it all together! Work on a series of movement & body isolation techniques to get your body moving more fluidly. Stretches will be introduced. These will be stationary (NO footwork). For both Men & Women looking to gain more awareness in body isolations. All stages welcomed. Drop-ins welcomed at any time. Clothing: Your choice of sweat pants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. Shoes: Heels, Jazz Shoes, or Dress shoes. Cha Cha Schedule: Wednesdays 8:30-9:30pm Coach: Angie Egea & Audrey Guerrero Class Description: Open to Men & Women. Learn footwork and partnering designed to teach you the fundamentals of Cha Cha! Clothing: Your choice of sweat pants, dress pants, leggings, leotards, skirts, wraps and/or sarongs. Shoes: Heels, Jazz Shoes, or Dress shoes. Registration: New students (without prior dance training/experience) are welcome to start prior to the second day of class. Beyond that point, we recommend starting on the following month. If you understand the basics of Cha Cha, you may begin at any time. Qigong & Meditation Schedule: Fridays 7:30pm Coach - Joel Massicot Description: Cultivate peace of mind and tranquility by learning some basic techniques of meditative practices for aligning mind, body and soul with Joel Massicot. The class starts off with a Chinese practice called Qigong, an internal system that helps a person become one with their life force energy. Many physical issues stem from mental and emotional stress that create imbalances within the energy centers of the body. Qigong practice helps us nurture self-healing by managing the stressful emotions that prey on the mind when our chi is not regulated or balanced. Through it, you can build a deeper awareness and efficiency of breath to support and help build stamina around the respiratory system. We then end the class with mindful meditation to help the practice solidify a more grounded experience creating momentum and inspiration in a person’s daily routine. Class is open to all students. New students are welcome any time. What you will work on:– Pranayama Meditation– Movement Exercises (Tai Chi)– Controlled Breathing– Body Alignment– Qi (Chi) Awareness

Nels Davig Dovre is a music teacher whose passion is to help humans develop some of the very skills we will delve into this week. The power of focus and releasing distractions are examples we will learn as tools for our meditation practice. As we connect with the way sound and stillness are the components of the world we get to be a part of, it is important to prepare your mind to find ways to tune in to your surroundings on and off of the dance floor. As Nels has created and performed with his band GoodcaT, he has learned how sound can impact masses towards internal and external human expression. For the last 4 years he has been studying Yoga and Meditation with Atman Yoga Academy, an international yoga school based in Romania. He has recently completed a year long teacher training. He is looking forward to being able to share insights that you can incorporate into your meditation experience. He hopes to aide our MasaFam’s way of connecting with our true selves, in order to positively impact your Latin dance communities.

G began formal dance training in fokloric dance, zouk, and compas at the age of 9. He studied in his hometown of Orange City, N.J. and during visits to Haiti. He went on to learn the Afro-Brazilian martial art capoeira, Latin dances bachata, salsa and merengue, and urban dances hip-hop and break dance, landing him his street name, “G.” An avid supporter of youth dance programming, G teaches for the Learn Through Dance youth program and has taught Latin dance at Hyde Square Task Force. Before joining Masacote, G was a Latin dance instructor for 3.5 years with Salsa Matei Company. He has taught capoeira at [Click photo for full bio]...

Aaron Damus began his music training at the age of 5 in classical piano. While maintaining this training formally up into his 20’s, he also pursued studies in cello and classical voice beginning in his teenage years. At the University Of Miami School of Music, Aaron pursued a degree in classical vocal performance and sang for 4 seasons with the Florida Grand Opera as a professional chorister. Alongside his musical education, Aaron has also maintained a serious practice of Chinese martial arts having begun his studies at the age of 6. Born and bred in Miami, Aaron was enveloped in Latin-Caribbean culture from day one. His passion for the music eventually brought him to begin formal training in Salsa and Latin dance in 2004, and he joined Masacote Dance Company in 2006. He coached with The Masacote Dance School since its inception in 2009 until 2016. Aaron combines a lifetime of music and movement training and over a decade of teaching experience with his knowledge of salsa to teach his students not only salsa technique, but also how the music drives us to dance.

Mori Granot began dancing Israeli folk, jazz, modern and ballet at a very young age in her native Haifa, Israel. She started salsa in 1999 with Cuban and LA Styles and later developed a passion for NY Style On 2 when she arrived to the US in 2006. She began teaching and performing a few years later and founded Rhode Island Latin Dance while also directing the Brown University Salsa Club. Always striving to improve as a dancer, Mori’s professional dance development led her to train with Masacote Dance Company in 2011 at the Masacote Salsa Retreats. She has since continued her studies and research in Cuba, Puerto Rico, and is now the Co-Director and Co-Choreographer of Masacote’s MASA2 Professional-Track Company. Mori believes that life is a never-ending cycle of lessons and that each day should be lived to better one’s self.

Jonathan Burke, born to Jamaican immigrant parents, grew up with a love for hip hop/reggae music and various modalities in the arts. He fell in love with Cuban music and dance in his teenage years and began training intensively with MetaMovements Latin Dance Company. Jonathan progressively developed into an instructor for the school, teaching various Cuban styles and managing performance and weekly classes. He continued his intensive training in Afro-Cuban and Cuban Modern Dance through mentors at the company and Cuban instructors through visits in Cuba and abroad. He began training at the Masacote Dance School and joined the MASA2 Coaching Team in Fall 2016. Masacote’s connection to Cuban culture has resonated deeply within Jonathan. He has focused on the connections between Cuban folkloric music/dance and popular Latin music/dance. As such, Jonathan found himself dancing anything with a clave: Son, Casino, Danzon, Chachachá, Salsa, Mambo, Rumba (Yambu, Guaguanco, Columbia), Yoruba — you name it! If he knows it he wants to share that knowledge, and if he doesn’t then he is trying to learn it. Jonathan joined the Masacote School staff in the Summer of 2017 before relocating to DC to continue his training.

Joel Massicot, an international ambassador of Latin dance and music, has more than 30 years of experience as a musician, instructor, dancer, and choreographer. He grew up in a musical family in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, and he began his music training with piano lessons at age 8, later mastering the trumpet, saxophone, and drums. He started dance training at 17. Joel was featured in La Voz del Mambo Magazine as “The Future of Mambo”, and in Sabor Magazine; Joel has been a judge and guest of honor at salsa competitions and festivals worldwide. He believes that through dance, we can affect positive change [Click photo for full bio]...

Angie began her formal dance training in her native Colombia with ballet at age 5, and flamenco at 14. She performed and competed with the Julie de Donado Flamenco Dance and Theater Companies. Angie continued her training with belly dance, modern/contemporary, hip-hop, salsa, samba, ballroom, capoeira and aerial dancing. She moved to Boston in 2008, where she won various ballroom competitions and received a teacher-training diploma from Extreme Dancesport Academy. Angie began salsa training at the Hacha y Machete Company in 2011 and has been performing professionally and teaching dance since [Click photo for full bio]...

Allison Mae Dovre iis your Licensed Massage Therapist and Yoga Movement Coach for this week! She is looking forward to connecting with the internal rhythms of the “heart of the world” through us all to contribute to a week of bliss. Every morning we will use movement to explore and tune in to our Body/Mind/Soul connection. We will build balance for joint mobility and stability in order to be ready for the afternoon! Allison has completed the Nia White Belt Certification and the year 1 teacher training through Atman Yoga Academy. She is a massage therapy instructor using her movement experience to teach bodywork at Body Wisdom Massage School. She is available for bodywork sessions throughout the week. Allison is versed in many modalities of massage therapy and will custom choose techniques that to fit you. Among her most favored techniques are Shiatsu, Neuromuscular, and Myofascial. Rather than try to “Fix” you, her approach to bodywork is to hold a safe space that allows your body’s processes to arrive at wellness.

Once registered, you will have the option to sign up for any of the following amenities offered during the retreat: Rent Camp Linens and Towels $25 — Includes Fitted Sheet, Sheet, Pillowcase, Washcloth, and Towel.You may also choose to bring your own. All beds already include a pillow & blanket at no cost. Hotel Room Private Upgrade $185 — Private hotel room in Boston the final Saturday night. Boston hotel rooms are only for the final Saturday night of the retreat. Shared rooms for two are already included in the cabin registration. Private Lessons with Masacote Staff $75 — Individuals (5% off for Packages of 5) $85 — Couples (5% off for Packages of 5) Get some individual attention on site during the retreat week in addition to group training. Lessons are offered in 45 min intervals with Masacote coaches. Student selects coach and time of lesson(s) prior to retreat. Please note these cannot be scheduled with Ana and Joel. Massages with Private Retreat Masseuse $50 — Three’s a Charm Special (3 Chair) $99 — BEST DEAL: Survivor Package (2 Chair; 1 Full Body) $59 — Early Bird Sunday Special (1 Full Body) $55 — 25 min Upper or Lower Body Massage $75 — 45 min Full Body Massage $20 — 15 min Chair Massage Take a massage with the retreat masseuse during the week to help you relax and rejuvenate tired muscles. Student selects time of massage(s) prior to retreat. Tips are paid directly to masseuse at retreat. *Amentities will be charged to your card on file the week prior to the Retreat.

Refund Policy: July Retreat Full Refunds are allowed prior to March 1, 20XX Refund Allowed with $395 Cancellation Fee Deducted prior to May 1, 20XX ABSOLUTELY NO Refunds after May 1, 20XX Additional Conditions Masacote Entertainment is not liable for refunds should directors be hurt prior to retreat, but retreat is still offered. Masacote Entertainment reserves the right to use an assistant for demonstration purposes in such cases. Masacote Entertainment is not liable for refunds should student miss Boston shuttle bus to retreat due to delayed or missed flights (at which point the participant must arrange his/her own transportation to retreat).

Tanya Nicholle Tudor, creator of TNT Body-Mind Fitness, is originally from Barbados & has a masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Tanya’s philosophy is that equilibrium the key to most everything, bearing in mind that balance is relative to each person, and that it is important to understand what “symmetry” means to and for you. Tanya looks forward to working with persons who are looking for those additional tools to help them redefine their health lifestyle. “Get to know yourself better, believe in yourself and then the working out or rather “playing-out” is not all that difficult to follow. I welcome the opportunity to provide you with some basic, easy to follow overall fitness principles customized just for you. Achieve results that bring you joy”. [Click photo to visit Tanya's website]…

Charlie is a London (UK) based yoga teacher, teaching in the top yoga studios in London and retreats internationally. She began teaching Yoga and Meditation in 2011 after a decade of self practice. She has a therapeutic, individualized approach to working with her students, teaching a creative, slow hatha & breath-based flow practice, with a focus on alignment and joint health alongside teaching more meditative practices such as yin & restorative yoga. She is extremely passionate about delivering yoga for all, with an inclusive approach to making yoga accessible for everyBODY. She has received extensive training from some top teachers around the world (Norman Blair, Judith Lasater, Sarah Powers, Rod Stryker, Hareesh Wallis and Bernie Clark) and tries to visit India regularly to enhance her own spiritual practice.

G began formal dance training in fokloric dance, zouk, and compas at the age of 9. He studied in his hometown of Orange City, N.J. and during visits to Haiti. He went on to learn the Afro-Brazilian martial art capoeira, Latin dances bachata, salsa and merengue, and urban dances hip-hop and break dance, landing him his street name, “G.” An avid supporter of youth dance programming, G teaches for the Learn Through Dance youth program and has taught Latin dance at Hyde Square Task Force. Before joining Masacote, G was a Latin dance instructor for 3.5 years with Salsa Matei Company. He has taught capoeira at [Click photo for full bio]...

Aaron Damus began his music training at the age of 5 in classical piano. While maintaining this training formally up into his 20’s, he also pursued studies in cello and classical voice beginning in his teenage years. At the University Of Miami School of Music, Aaron pursued a degree in classical vocal performance and sang for 4 seasons with the Florida Grand Opera as a professional chorister. Alongside his musical education, Aaron has also maintained a serious practice of Chinese martial arts having begun his studies at the age of 6. Born and bred in Miami, Aaron was enveloped in Latin-Caribbean culture from day one. His passion for the music eventually brought him to begin formal training in Salsa and Latin dance in 2004, and he joined Masacote Dance Company in 2006. He coached with The Masacote Dance School since its inception in 2009 until 2016. Aaron combines a lifetime of music and movement training and over a decade of teaching experience with his knowledge of salsa to teach his students not only salsa technique, but also how the music drives us to dance.

Jonathan Burke, born to Jamaican immigrant parents, grew up with a love for hip hop/reggae music and various modalities in the arts. He fell in love with Cuban music and dance in his teenage years and began training intensively with MetaMovements Latin Dance Company. Jonathan progressively developed into an instructor for the school, teaching various Cuban styles and managing performance and weekly classes. He continued his intensive training in Afro-Cuban and Cuban Modern Dance through mentors at the company and Cuban instructors through visits in Cuba and abroad. He began training at the Masacote Dance School and joined the MASA2 Coaching Team in Fall 2016. Masacote’s connection to Cuban culture has resonated deeply within Jonathan. He has focused on the connections between Cuban folkloric music/dance and popular Latin music/dance. As such, Jonathan found himself dancing anything with a clave: Son, Casino, Danzon, Chachachá, Salsa, Mambo, Rumba (Yambu, Guaguanco, Columbia), Yoruba — you name it! If he knows it he wants to share that knowledge, and if he doesn’t then he is trying to learn it. Jonathan joined the Masacote School staff in the Summer of 2017 before relocating to DC to continue his training.

Angie began her formal dance training in her native Colombia with ballet at age 5, and flamenco at 14. She performed and competed with the Julie de Donado Flamenco Dance and Theater Companies. Angie continued her training with belly dance, modern/contemporary, hip-hop, salsa, samba, ballroom, capoeira and aerial dancing. She moved to Boston in 2008, where she won various ballroom competitions and received a teacher-training diploma from Extreme Dancesport Academy. Angie began salsa training at the Hacha y Machete Company in 2011 and has been performing professionally and teaching dance since [Click photo for full bio]...

Pierre Etienne has a background that includes a B.S. in Exercise Physiology, Four Forces Interpersonal and Group Facilitator training, Shamanic healing, Afro-Haitian dance and Traditional Chinese Medicine. He loves to study the human body and how it heals. He has discovered and studied valuable perspectives and unique approaches and is combining these models to inform and create a bigger scope he names: embodiment. “I am greatly influenced by the many pioneers of embodiment. My ‘Embody to Evolve’ approach and services are my way of moving this school of thought forward, developing it, and showing people just how many ways there are to heal and thrive. Most of all, embodiment is about connectedness, both to ourselves and to each other.”

Ana “Masacote” Tinajero, an international ambassador of Latin dance and music, has more than 20 years of experience as an instructor, dancer, and choreographer. She has loved dancing since childhood, and she began her formal dance training with folkloric dance at age 5 and Salsa at age 15. Ana was profiled in La Voz del Mambo Magazine as “The Future of Mambo,” in Cuerpo Magazine, and the Dallas Morning Newspaper; she has been a judge and guest of honor at salsa competitions and festivals worldwide. She believes that through dance, we can break down cultural barriers while we learn to better understand [Click photo for full bio]...

Joel Massicot, an international ambassador of Latin dance and music, has more than 30 years of experience as a musician, instructor, dancer, and choreographer. He grew up in a musical family in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, and he began his music training with piano lessons at age 8, later mastering the trumpet, saxophone, and drums. He started dance training at 17. Joel was featured in La Voz del Mambo Magazine as “The Future of Mambo”, and in Sabor Magazine; Joel has been a judge and guest of honor at salsa competitions and festivals worldwide. He believes that through dance, we can affect positive change [Click photo for full bio]...

Mori Granot began dancing Israeli folk, jazz, modern and ballet at a very young age in her native Haifa, Israel. She started salsa in 1999 with Cuban and LA Styles and later developed a passion for NY Style On 2 when she arrived to the US in 2006. She began teaching and performing a few years later and founded Rhode Island Latin Dance while also directing the Brown University Salsa Club. Always striving to improve as a dancer, Mori’s professional dance development led her to train with Masacote Dance Company in 2011 at the Masacote Salsa Retreats. She has since continued her studies and research in Cuba, Puerto Rico, and is now the Co-Director and Co-Choreographer of Masacote’s MASA2 Professional-Track Company. Mori believes that life is a never-ending cycle of lessons and that each day should be lived to better one’s self.

Masacote’s Weeklong Summer Retreats are held at: Oceanwood Retreat Location17 Royal St.Ocean Park, ME 04063Just 1.5 Hours out of Boston For guests driving in, there is parking on the premises. Boston to Oceanwood Shuttle Transportation Please note flights to Boston are not included. For all guests taking flights in, Masacote will arrange bus transportation from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Oceanwood and back to the Boston hotel Saturday. Guests are responsible for transportation to airport the final Sunday from Boston hotel. Masacote is not responsible for missed flights, which will require attendee to find his/her own transportation to the retreat location from Boston. – August 2024 Retreat: Bus will leave airport at exactly 2:00pm on August 18 and retreat location at exactly 10:00am on August 24th.

This retreat is for people who are looking for a detailed course of training and are interested in working on the finer points of dance often overlooked in classes. It is about learning the how, not the what, in dance. And most of all, it is for people looking for a break from life and personal reflection. We have dancers of all skill levels and ages who attend. However, all attendees of the retreat must know the basics of Salsa On 2 (timing, cross body lead, inside turn, outside turn). Please feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.

Sunday, August 18 2:00pm - Bus leaves Boston Logan Airport for Retreat 3:00-5:00pm - Check in (No one registered before this time) 5:30-6:30pm - Group Dinner 7:00-9:00pm - Welcome with Masacote Retreat Staff Monday, August 19 – Friday, August 23 – Weekday Schedule – Classes EVERY DAY with the Masacote Tribe of Coaches – Wednesday classes end @ 12:30pm to allow for rest, practice, and outings. Saturday, August 24 8:00am - Breakfast 10:00am - Check out and Boston road trip 3:00pm - Check-in at Boston hotel 10:00pm-2:00am - Finale Outing to Boston Social Sunday, August 25 12:00pm - Check out and departure Guests are responsible for transportation from hotel to airport Sunday. Schedule is subject to change.

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Holt Lodge Dormitories Holt Lodge offers accommodations in eight (8) double-occupancy rooms with shared baths, and a meeting room/den with stone fireplace where Masacote Retreat participants will meet during evenings for a group discussion over hot chocolate and tea. Rooms are set up in college-dormitory fashion, and each has a dresser, hanging rack, and two (2) twin-sized beds that can be placed together for couples or private rooms. There are up to two people per room, with private options. This room is perfect for couples or participants who are light (or loud) sleepers (please let us know if this is the case as we will do our best to place you with someone suitable or recommend a private room). Holt Lodge is located a short two-minute walk from either the dining hall or Lawton Lodge. Holt Lodge, Shared Room Pay in Full - $1300 | 4-Month Autopay - $400 *Room for 2 people. Twin beds. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Holt Lodge, Couple Room (Only One Option Available) Pay in Full - $2200 | 4-Month Autopay - $680 *Room for 2 people. Twin beds can be combined to create a queen. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Holt Lodge, Private Room Pay in Full - $1450 | 4-Month Autopay - $450 *Private room during retreat. Double bed. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area.

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Ataloa #1-4 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #1-4 are renovated and each contains three (3) bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a meeting room equipped with refrigerator and microwave. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is a private room with a double bed, great for a couple or individual looking for some private space. Rooms 2 & 3 have 2 bunk beds each. These cottages are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Shared Room Pay in Full - 1200 | 4-Month Autopay - $350 *Room with 4 people. Bunk beds. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Couples' Room Pay in Full - $1860 | 4-Month Autopay - $520 *Room for 2 people. Double bed. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area. Ataloa Cabins #1-4, Private Room Pay in Full - $1320 | 4-Month Autopay - $370 *Private room during retreat. Bunk bed. Cabin has shared bathroom and common area.

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Ataloa #7-10 Cabins Ataloa Cabins #7-10 are smaller, cozier, yet unfurnished, cabins, and each contains two (2) bedrooms, and a shared bathroom. These rooms do not have a meeting room or refrigerator. Rooms are set up in dormitory-style fashion and fit up to four (4) people per room, with private options. Room 1 is the main room you enter into, with two (2) bunk beds, and leads into Room 2, a separate small, but private, room with a double bed for those looking for a bit more privacy. Please note these cottages contain only a screen door and curtain as shown in the photo, which allows for more breeze at night. They are located next to Lawton Lodge and are a short two-minute walk from the dining hall. Ataloa Cabins #7-10, Shared Room Pay in Full - $1100 | 4-Month Autopay - $329 *Room with 4 people. Bunk beds. Shared bathroom. No common area. Ataloa Cabins #7-10, Private Room Pay in Full - $1000 | 4-Month Autopay - $300 *Small, but separate private room during retreat. Double bed. Shared bathroom.

Prices are per person. Pay in full and save, or make four monthly installments. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Mitchell Hall Dormitories Mitchell Hall is only available during the August Retreat and offers a special Private room with half-bathroom option (the only personal bathroom available). It is perfect for those wanting a bit more quiet space and privacy. The personal bathroom is equipped with a sink and toilet. Communal showers are available in the hall outside the room. Mitchell Hall is attached to Holt Lodge, and it is located a short three-minute walk from either the dining hall or Lawton Lodge. Mitchell Hall, Shared Room Pay in Full - | 4-Month Autopay - *Room for 2 people. Twin beds. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Mitchell Hall, Private Room Pay in Full - | 4-Month Autopay - *Private room during retreat. Double bed. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area. Private hotel rooms Saturday night in Boston available for $185 upgrade. Mitchell Hall, Private Room w/ Bathroom Pay in Full - | 4-Month Autopay - *Private room during retreat. Double bed. Lodge has private bathrooms shared amongst the rooms and common area.

Once registered, you will have the option to sign up for any of the following amenities offered during the retreat: Rent Camp Linens and Towels $35 — Includes Fitted Sheet, Sheet, Pillowcase, Washcloth, and Towel. You may also choose to bring your own. All beds already include a pillow & blanket at no cost. Hotel Room Private Upgrade $185 — Private hotel room in Boston the final Saturday night. Boston hotel rooms are only for the final Saturday night of the retreat. Shared rooms for two are already included in the cabin registration. Private Lessons with Masacote Staff $85 — Individuals (5% off for Packages of 5) $105 — Couples (5% off for Packages of 5) Get some individual attention on site during the retreat week in addition to group training. Lessons are offered in 45 min intervals with Masacote/Staff coaches. Student selects coach and time of lesson(s) prior to retreat. Massages with Private Retreat Masseuse (When available) $60 — Three’s a Charm Special (3 Chair) $110 — BEST DEAL: Survivor Package (2 Chair; 1 Full Body) $60 — Early Bird Sunday Special (1 Full Body) $55 — 25 min Upper or Lower Body Massage $80 — 45 min Full Body Massage $20 — 15 min Chair Massage Take a massage with the retreat masseuse during the week to help you relax and rejuvenate tired muscles. Student selects time of massage(s) prior to retreat. Tips are paid directly to masseuse at retreat. *Amentities will be charged to your card on file the week prior or during the Retreat.

Refund Policy: August Partnering Retreat Full Refunds are allowed prior to May 1, 2023 Refund Allowed with $400 Cancellation Fee Deducted prior to June 1, 2023 ABSOLUTELY NO Refunds after June 1, 2023 Additional Conditions Masacote Entertainment is not liable for refunds should directors be hurt prior to retreat, but retreat is still offered. Masacote Entertainment reserves the right to use an assistant for demonstration purposes in such cases. Masacote Entertainment is not liable for refunds should student miss Boston shuttle bus to retreat due to delayed or missed flights (at which point the participant must arrange his/her own transportation to retreat).

For couples or two students wanting to share the cost of lessons. Supplement your dance training with one-on-one private lessons. We highly recommend taking them in conjunction with group classes at least once a month for Customized Planning, Consistent Progress, and Coach Engagement. Private Lessons can cover Salsa On 2, Salsa On 1, Bachata, Cha Cha, Music Percussion, and more. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Lessons w/ Staff Single Lesson - $89/person (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $399/person (Exp 3 months from date of purchase) 10-Lesson Series - $790/person (BEST DEAL-Exp 4 months from date of purchase) Lessons w/ Directors Single Lesson - $120/person (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $550/person (Exp 3 months from date of purchase) 10-Lesson Series - $1000/person (BEST DEAL-Exp 4 months from date of purchase)

Supplement your dance training with one-on-one private lessons. We highly recommend taking them in conjunction with group classes at least once a month for Customized Planning, Consistent Progress, and Coach Engagement. Private Lessons can cover Salsa On 2, Salsa On 1, Bachata, Cha Cha, Music Percussion, and more. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Lessons w/ Staff Single Lesson - $79/person (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $359/person (Exp 3 months from date of purchase) 10-Lesson Series - $690/person (BEST DEAL-Exp 4 months from date of purchase) Lessons w/ Directors Single Lesson - $100/person (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $475/person (Exp 3 months from date of purchase) 10-Lesson Series - $900/person (BEST DEAL-Exp 4 months from date of purchase)

Introductory 1 Month Unlimited - $99 (for first month only) Register in advance prior to the second day of classes. New students & local residents only. Membership ends on the last day of the month. Unlimited Membership - $129 (per month) **INCLUDES MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS**(e.g. Discounts on Intensives, Performance Teams & Workshops)Visit us any day of the week and take all of the classes within your stages. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Two Days/Week Membership - $99 (per month) Visit us two days per week and take all of the classes within your stages. May alternate the two days from week to week. Visits made in excess of the two days will be charged as drop-ins. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. One Day/Week Membership - $59 (per month) Visit us once per week and take all of the classes within your stages. May alternate the day from week to week. Visits made in excess of the one day will be charged as drop-ins. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Drop-In - $12 (per online class) Expires one week from date of purchase.

Introductory 1 Month Unlimited - $79 (For April Only) Register in advance prior to the second day of classes. New students & local residents only. Membership ends on the last day of the month. Unlimited Membership - $99 (For April Only)Visit us any day of the week and take all of the classes within your stages. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Two Days/Week Membership - $59 (For April Only) Visit us two days per week and take all of the classes within your stages. May alternate the two days from week to week. Visits made in excess of the two days will be charged as drop-ins. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. One Day/Week Membership - $39 (For April Only) Visit us once per week and take all of the classes within your stages. May alternate the day from week to week. Visits made in excess of the one day will be charged as drop-ins. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Drop-In - $12 (per virtual class) Expires one week from date of purchase.

For groups of 3-6 students wanting to share the cost of lessons. Supplement your dance training with one-on-one private lessons. We highly recommend taking them in conjunction with group classes at least once a month for Customized Planning, Consistent Progress, and Coach Engagement. Private Lessons can cover Salsa On 2, Salsa On 1, Bachata, Cha Cha, Music Percussion, and more. All major credit cards except American Express accepted. Lessons w/ Staff Single Lesson - $39/person (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $159/person (Exp 3 months from date of purchase) 10-Lesson Series - $299/person (BEST DEAL-Exp 4 months from date of purchase) Lessons w/ Directors Single Lesson - $50/person (Exp 2 months from date of purchase) 5-Lesson Series - $225/person (Exp 3 months from date of purchase) 10-Lesson Series - $400/person (BEST DEAL-Exp 4 months from date of purchase) *Group lessons need to be confirned via email/phone. Contact us (info@masacote.com) if you're interested in setting up a group lesson for more than six people.

-Subscriptions are recurring charges made monthly from the date of purchase. -Payments can only be made via autopay with your card (preferably debit) on file. AMEX not accepted. -Cancellations may be made at any time by emailing us to cancel. If a cancellation is requested, your subscription will still be active through the remainder of the subscription. -No refunds are allowed for months of inactivity.

Upon request, students with active virtual memberships will gain access to the virtual class recordings that they're enrolled in for this month (current session). Register for a virtual class membership to receive access to upcoming virtual classes. To purchase the archived classes separately, see the block below.

1) Do students on the recurring memberships receive a discount towards MasacoteTV? Students on the Unlimited Membership will receive full access to MasacoteTV (less Intensives & Performance Groups) upon request. 2) May we download the videos? No, but the videos are able to be streamed at any time by logging into your account.

Masacote teaches Salsa NY Style On2 classes. This style focuses on the Tumbao rhythm of the congas, which creates a unique swing with the music. These videos are organized according to our Salsa Stages 1-4 Syllabus, and also include: The Music Store - a series of videos that break-down the different percussion rhythms commonly found in Afro Latin music Multiple series of videos centered around Afro Cuban Yoruba & Orisha movements and ways of incorporating these movements within your social dancing Body Movement & Isolation drills, Styling Technique, Cha Cha Footwork Combinations and much more! Subscription Pricing Masacote School Curriculum Monthly Subscription - $17.99/month

We'll have the coach's screen recording throughout the class, and will upload it to Zoom's cloud shortly after the class ends. If you'd like to stream or download the recording, you may email us (info@masacote.com) to request the link to it. Please note that the recording will be removed by the following class day due to a limited amout of cloud storage space. At the end of each class, we usually re-cap what was taught. During that portion (or at any other time), you may also record the screen with another device (i.e. on your phone).

This LINK provides a walk-through to access the Zoom online platform using multiple methods. Please refer to it in advance of accessing the virtual classes so that you may have everything situated beforehand. Once you've tested the platform and have purchased a membership, you'll receive a logistical email containing the Zoom meeting link to access the virtual classes. Please note the following: -Access to wifi connection is necessary -Bluetooth headphones are recommended (or connect laptop or phone to speaker for best sound)

There will be designated times throughout each class where the coach will check-in with the group to see if anyone has any questions. During these times, you may unmute yourself to ask a question. You may also type your question in advance into the group chat, and once the coach asks for questions, the class admin will read the questions that were posted there.

Introductory 1 Month Unlimited - $79 (for first month only) Register in advance prior to the second day of classes. New students & local residents only. Membership ends on the last day of the month. Unlimited Membership - $99 (per month)Visit us any day of the week and take all of the classes within your stages. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Two Days/Week Membership - $59 (per month) Visit us two days per week and take all of the classes within your stages. May alternate the two days from week to week. Visits made in excess of the two days will be charged as drop-ins. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. One Day/Week Membership - $39 (per month) Visit us once per week and take all of the classes within your stages. May alternate the day from week to week. Visits made in excess of the one day will be charged as drop-ins. Auto-renews on the first of the month until paused or canceled. Drop-In - $12 (per class) Expires one week from date of purchase

Once the CAC is able to open and conduct business, we'll be having discussions with them about the saftey protocols that they'll be implementing in response to COVID-19, and what we'll need to do to be in compliance.

Once we confirm the changes that we'll need to implement within the physical Dance School, we'll communicate these adaptations to our current students to see the degree to which they feel comfortable returning under these safety protocols. After that, it'll be a matter of identifying the consensus among students who would be able to take our physical classes.

Once we better understand how and which students of our physical Dance School would feel comfortable returning, we'll brainstorm around extending our physical classes (i.e. by way of live-stream, etc.) to our long-distance students or to our students who may not feel comfortable returning physically right away. After that, we'll be in trial-and-error/implementation mode to develop operations to pinpoint how physical and virtual can coexist, so everyone who wants to remain connected feels it. One LOVE.

Once we confirm how the CAC will be implementing its new protocols, we'll be checking in with our coaching and front desk staff to see the degree to which they feel comfortable returning after considering the practices that the CAC will put into place. After that, it'll be a matter of reviewing our School Programming to see what changes need to be adapted on our end to remain in compliance with the CAC.

Although we're not able to accept applications at this time, we encourage prospective applicants to complete this notification form so we can email you once applications open. Application Process Prior to completing the online application, we recommend reviewing our mission, vision, values and code of conduct HERE and our eligibility criteria below. Preferred (not required) Criteria -Aspire to pursue an artistic field of study/practice within music and/or dance that is rooted within Afro-Latin culture -Intend to use artistry to build community Required Criteria -Are 16 years of age or older (if under 18, parental consent required) MASACares staff have the authority to determine eligibility for all applications. Application Cycles For 2021, we plan to have two application cycles (dates to be confirmed). One will be towards the end of the spring semester, and the other some time during the fall semester. Group Application If applying on behalf of a group, organization, etc., you will need to list a member as the Main Contact. The MC will serve as the liaison for all communications, notifications, and questions. MCs will take primary responsibility for receiving and responding to all correspondence. Once You Apply If there are clarifying questions about your application, you may be asked to respond over email, phone, or video chat. Failure to respond may result in a delayed or disqualified application.

MASACares Mini-Grants provide $600 mini-grants to fund artistic development, community cultural events and philanthropic initiatives. Examples include but are not limited to: Artistic Development Expenses associated with personal and/or professional development of one's artistic craft: -Dance/music training programs -Workshop/congress registration -Private lessons Community Cultural Events Expenses associated with putting together events that are open to the public and showcase some aspect of cultural programming: -Dancing and/or live/recorded music -Artistic performances -Panel talks/info sessions on culturally specific topics Philanthropic Initiatives Expenses associated with the arrangement of initiatives that impact social awareness and our communities at-large: -Charity drives -Free services to members of a community -Development of an awareness campaign for a specific cause Please note that the above bullets are only examples and do not represent an exhaustive list of how each mini-grant type can be used. If you have an idea that isn't listed above and also correlates to a particular mini-grant, we welcome you to share it within your application.

If selected to receive a mini-grant, you will receive an email with your Award Notification Letter attached. Within the email, dates/times will be shared to set-up a phone/virtual call to confirm receipt and communicate next-steps. Failure to respond may result in forfeiture of the grant.

The following are required of all mini-grant recipients following the receipt of funds. Use of Funds Recipients agree to use funds for expenses that advance the development of the agreed upon proposal (as will be stipulated in the Award Notification Letter) within six months of receipt of funds. MASACares staff reserve the right to decide whether or not expenses are acceptable for the use of all awarded funds. Expenses Submit all electronic expense receipts to info@masacote.com. Paper receipts can be scanned/photographed (clearly) and forwarded to us. Include your name and brief description of the expense within the email. Check-Ins Communicate regularly with MASACares staff for feedback and updates on your activities until the purpose of the mini-grant has been completed. Weekly, bi-weekly or monthly check-ins will be set following the initial meeting to confirm your Award Notification Letter. Failure to complete these terms may result in forfeiture of the mini-grant or disqualification from future funds.

Click HERE to review the application process for Retreat and School Scholarships.

Click HERE for more information about the program.

MASACares is fiscally sponsored by Boston Dance Alliance, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt organization. Contributions in support of MASACares work are greatly appreciated and may be made to Boston Dance Alliance, Inc., earmarked for “MASACares”. All contributions are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Click HERE to access our donation page.

Masacote Retreat Scholarships Students may apply for a Retreat Scholarship to attend our annual Salsa Retreats at no cost (less travel fees to and from Retreat site). Click HERE For more info about our Retreats. See below for application details (eligibility, criteria, etc.)

Qigong & Meditation Program (free and open to the community) Started in the fall of 2018, the Qigong & Meditation program serves our community with twice per week virtual sessions that are free and open to all. The incorporation of Qigong & Meditation practices instills techniques allowing greater awareness and management of one’s own emotions. How does this help beginner dance students? If you’re new to either partnered dancing or multi-layered/polyrhythmic music (such as Salsa), the most challenging aspects of learning this artform is usually finding the beat and connecting with your partner. This program teaches the incorporation of techniques that develop a greater awareness of your own emotions. You will literally be able to “hear” yourself more clearly. This clarity heightens your sensory perception which better prepares you to overcome the two challenges often faced by new dancers: Hearing and connecting to the music You’ll be able to distinguish the percussion elements within the orchestration of the music. This is key when trying to understand the musical concepts that our coaches teach from identifying the clave, finding the one, and the groove of dancing salsa on2 timing. Connecting with your dance partner A heightened sensory perception also makes you more receptive to the emotional and energetic output being channeled by your partner (involuntarily or intentionally). You can now feel your partner as clearly as you can hear the music. Being in tune with both the music and your partner is what amplifies the joyous experience on the dance floor. How does this help experienced dancers and performers? As new students continue their technical training, they’ll develop a proficiency for music interpretation and movement mechanics. Once their skills reach a certain point, the next transition in the evolution of their dance is Self-Expression. The challenge that students at this stage of development usually experience is a difficulty in finding their own creative expression. As described earlier, this program equips students with tools to better manage and have a greater awareness of their own emotions. Initially, incorporating these practices will allow you to “hear” yourself more clearly. A continued dedication to the practice will refine what you can “hear” into something much more pronounced and discernable-your own voice-the core of your creation. Understanding the Self to this depth is what allows students to overcome this challenge as they begin performing or choreographing. Finding your own creative expression The depth of understanding one’s Self is the beginning of Self Expression. At this phase of consciousness, depth meets clarity and removes blockages that keep us from being connected to our core, which is the depth from which true artistry is created and expressed. How does this help everyone else (non-dancers)? For everyone, these mindfulness practices provide tools and techniques that raise our emotional intelligence (EQ). Our EQ attributes the awareness and management we have of ourselves and of others. For more information on emotional intelligence, check out this helpful website reference HERE. Click HERE for more info about our Qigong & Meditation program.

Masacote School Scholarships Students may apply for a School Scholarship to train in any of our School’s programs: MASA2, Performance Teams, Intensives and/or group classes. Click HERE For more info about our School Programming. See below for application details (eligibility, criteria, etc.)

How do I donate to the MASACares Fund? A donation merchant processing application will soon be integrated with our site so that you may donate directly from this page.

How do I apply for a Masacote Retreat or School Scholarship? To apply for a Masacote Retreat or School Scholarship, students should meet the following criteria: -Aspire to pursue an artistic field of study/practice within music and/or dance that is rooted within Afro-Latin culture-Intend to use artistry to build community -[For Retreat applicants] Can participate fully in the week-long Retreat -[For School applicants] Can participate fully in the program(s) of interest (e.g. MASA2, Intensives, Performance Teams, etc.) -Are 16 years of age or older (if under 18, parental consent required) Click HERE to access the online application form. What does the application process entail? You'll need to complete the online application. Prior to filling it out, we recommend reviewing our mission, vision, values and code of conduct HERE and the Retreat or School program pages to see if this is a good fit for your artistic passions and endeavors. Is there a deadline to apply? No, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; however, if there's a specific program that you'd like to participate in (e.g. Retreats, MASA2, etc.), be mindful of the registration cut-off dates for it. Can I apply to more than one scholarship? Yes. In fact, if you're interested in multiple programs, we recommend submitting one application indicating them all. The application will allow you to check all that apply. We also recommend ranking the programs that you're interested in. How are scholarship recipients selected? As applications are submitted, a committee comprised of members throughout the greater Boston area deliberate on a monthly basis to review and decide on scholarship recipients and funding amounts. Bios of the committee members are coming soon! In general, applicants who express a combination of financial need, commitment to their own artistic development, and pledge to help their community tend to be among those selected. Bear in mind that scholarships are awarded are funding allows so even if you don't receive one, we highly encourage you do reapply during future cycles.

Masacote Retreat Scholarships Students may apply for a Retreat Scholarship to attend our annual Salsa Retreats at no cost (less travel fees to and from Retreat site). Click HERE For more info about our Retreats. Masacote School Scholarships Students may apply for a School Scholarship to train in any of our School’s programs: MASA2, Performance Teams, Intensives and/or group classes. Click HERE For more info about our School Programming.

Although we're not able to accept applications at this time, we encourage prospective applicants to complete this notification form so we can email you once applications open. Application Process Prior to completing the online application, we recommend reviewing our mission, vision, values and code of conduct HERE and the Retreat or School program pages to see if these programs are a good fit for your artistic passions and endeavors. Eligibility Criteria Students interested in applying for a MASACares Scholarship should meet the following criteria: -Aspire to pursue an artistic field of study/practice within music and/or dance that is rooted within Afro-Latin culture -[For Retreat applicants] Can participate fully in the week-long Retreat -[For School applicants] Can participate fully in the program(s) of interest (e.g. MASA2, Intensives, Performance Teams, etc.) -Are 16 years of age or older (if under 18, parental consent required) MASACares staff have the authority to determine eligibility for all applications. Once You Apply If there are clarifying questions about your application, you may be asked to respond over email, phone, or video chat. Failure to respond may result in a delayed or disqualified application.

Is there a deadline to apply? No, once further funding is received, applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; however, if there's a specific program that you'd like to participate in (e.g. Retreats, MASA2, etc.), be mindful of the registration cut-off dates for it. Can I apply to more than one scholarship? Yes. In fact, if you're interested in multiple programs, we recommend submitting one application indicating them all. The application will allow you to check all that apply. How are scholarship recipients selected? As applications are submitted, a committee comprised of members throughout our MASATribe community will deliberate to review and decide on scholarship recipients. Bios of the committee members are coming soon! In general, applicants who express a combination of financial need, commitment to their own artistic development, and pledge to help their community tend to be among those selected. Please contact us (info@masacote.com) if you have any other questions :)

If selected to receive MASACares Scholarship, you will receive an email with your Award Notification Letter attached. After the letter has been reviewed, a phone or virtual call will be scheduled to provide next-steps.

For beginner dance students: If you’re new to either partnered dancing or multi-layered/polyrhythmic music such as Salsa, connecting with your partner and finding the beat may feel challenging. This program assists as follows: Music Connection Build awareness of time and learn to distinguish the percussion elements within the orchestration of the music. This is key to understanding the musical concepts that our coaches teach - identifying the clave, finding the downbeat, and the groove of salsa on2 timing. Partner Connection Develop a heightened sensory perception for receptive emotional and energetic output channeled by your partner. Foster this synergy between the music and your partner.

For experienced dancers and performers: Develop a proficiency for music interpretation and movement mechanics, leading to more creative self-expression. This program builds emotional insight and greater control of your faculties. Learn to “hear” yourself more clearly and refine your own voice as you grow into performing or choreographing. Creative Self-Expression The depth of understanding one’s Self is the beginning of Self Expression. At this phase of consciousness, depth meets clarity and removes blockages that keep us from connecting to our core, which is the depth from which true artistry is created and expressed.

Qigong & Meditation Program (free and open to the community) Started in the fall of 2018, the Qigong & Meditation program serves our community with two weekly virtual sessions that are free and open to all. A consistent of Qigong & Meditation practice cultivates awareness and management of one’s own emotions.

For everyone else (non-dancers): Mindfulness practices provide tools to raise our emotional intelligence (EQ) - the awareness and management we have of ourselves and of others. For more information on EQ, check out this helpful website reference HERE. Click HERE for more info about our Qigong & Meditation program.

For experienced dancers and performers: Develop a proficiency for music interpretation and movement mechanics, leading to more creative self-expression. This program builds emotional insight and greater control of your faculties. Learn to “hear” yourself more clearly and refine your own voice as you grow into performing or choreographing. Creative Self-Expression The depth of understanding one’s Self is the beginning of Self Expression. At this phase of consciousness, depth meets clarity and removes blockages that keep us from connecting to our core, which is the depth from which true artistry is created and expressed.

For beginner dance students: If you’re new to either partnered dancing or multi-layered/polyrhythmic music such as Salsa, connecting with your partner and finding the beat may feel challenging. This program assists as follows: Music Connection Build awareness of time and learn to distinguish the percussion elements within the orchestration of the music. This is key to understanding the musical concepts that our coaches teach - identifying the clave, finding the downbeat, and the groove of salsa on2 timing. Partner Connection Develop a heightened sensory perception for receptive emotional and energetic output channeled by your partner. Foster this synergy between the music and your partner.

For everyone else (non-dancers): Mindfulness practices provide tools to raise our emotional intelligence (EQ) - the awareness and management we have of ourselves and of others. For more information on EQ, check out this helpful website reference HERE.

Please contact us (info@masacote.com) if you have any other questions :)

Nominations are reviewed by a subcommittee consisting of diverse community artists, educators, education administrators, and youth programming facilitators. If selected to receive a MASACares Mini-Grant, you will receive an email with your Award Notification Letter attached and instructions to schedule a phone or virtual call to confirm receipt and communicate next-steps. Failure to respond may result in forfeiture of the min-grant. Please note that funds are limited, and it is a competitive review process, so not all nominees can be funded.

Criteria for Nominators -Nominators need to be affiliated with a Massachusetts-based youth development program (staff, volunteer, alumni, etc.) Preferred Criteria for Nominations -Nominators should elaborate on the following areas when submitting nomination forms: Artistry Their passion, achievements (progress/evolution), or artistic aspirations Example questions to consider -What are their artistic practices? -How have they been developing artistically? -What are their artistic aspirations? Cultural Projects Their participation in cultural projects, programs, or initiatives Example questions to consider -How did they contribute to the development of a previous cultural event? (e.g., provided marketing/admin support leading up to the event, helped facilitate the event onsite, performed at the event, etc.) -What type of cultural projects are they interested in developing or supporting? Community Initiatives Their participation in community services, philanthropic initiatives, social awareness campaigns or their aspirations in using artistry to building community Example questions to consider -What community services or awareness campaigns have they participated in or helped organize? -What philanthropic initiatives do they aspire to pursue? -How do they help others?

Although we're not able to accept applications at this time, we encourage prospective applicants to complete this notification form so we can email you once applications open. Application Process Prior to completing the online application, we recommend reviewing our mission, vision, values and code of conduct HERE and the Retreat or School program pages to see if these programs are a good fit for your artistic passions and endeavors. Eligibility Criteria Students interested in applying for a MASACares Scholarship should meet the following criteria: -Aspire to pursue an artistic field of study/practice within music and/or dance that is rooted within Afro-Latin culture -[For Retreat applicants] Can participate fully in the week-long Retreat -[For School applicants] Can participate fully in the program(s) of interest (e.g. MASA2, Intensives, Performance Teams, etc.) -Are 16 years of age or older (if under 18, parental consent required) MASACares staff have the authority to determine eligibility for all applications. Once You Apply If there are clarifying questions about your application, you may be asked to respond over email, phone, or video chat. Failure to respond may result in a delayed or disqualified application.

Is there a deadline to apply? No, once further funding is received, applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; however, if there's a specific program that you'd like to participate in (e.g. Retreats, MASA2, etc.), be mindful of the registration cut-off dates for it. Can I apply to more than one scholarship? Yes. In fact, if you're interested in multiple programs, we recommend submitting one application indicating them all. The application will allow you to check all that apply. How are scholarship recipients selected? As applications are submitted, a committee comprised of members throughout our MASATribe community will deliberate to review and decide on scholarship recipients. Bios of the committee members are coming soon! In general, applicants who express a combination of financial need, commitment to their own artistic development, and pledge to help their community tend to be among those selected. Please contact us (info@masacote.com) if you have any other questions :)

If selected to receive MASACares Scholarship, you will receive an email with your Award Notification Letter attached. After the letter has been reviewed, a phone or virtual call will be scheduled to provide next-steps.

Masacote Retreat Scholarships Students may apply for a Retreat Scholarship to attend our annual Salsa Retreats at no cost (less travel fees to and from Retreat site). Click HERE For more info about our Retreats. Masacote School Scholarships Students may apply for a School Scholarship to train in any of our School’s programs: MASA2, Performance Teams, Intensives and/or group classes. Click HERE For more info about our School Programming.

MASACares is fiscally sponsored by Boston Dance Alliance, Inc., a 501(c)(3)nonprofit tax-exempt organization. Contributions in support of MASACares work are greatly appreciated and may be made to Boston Dance Alliance, Inc., earmarked for “MASACares” All contributions are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Click HERE to access our donation page.

Yes, of course. Send us an email then the next class will be on us. Please contact us (masacotedance@gmail.com) if you have any other questions :)

Thank you for your interest in the MASACares Scholarships! Prior to completing the online application, we recommend reviewing our mission, vision, values and code of conduct HERE and the eligibility criteria section above. Click HERE to access our MASACares Scholarship application. If you’re applying to participate in a program with a set start date, please submit your application within two weeks before it starts. You will be notified by the end of that two-week period. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at info@masacote.com.

Students interested in applying for a MASACares Scholarship should meet the following criteria: -Aspire to pursue an artistic field of study/practice within music and/or dance that is rooted within Afro-Latin culture -Are 16 years of age or older (if under 18, parental consent required) -[For Retreat applicants] Can participate fully in the week-long Retreat -[For School applicants] Can participate fully in the program(s) of interest (e.g. MASA2, Intensives, Performance Teams, etc.) In general, applicants who express a combination of financial need, commitment to their own artistic development and/or pledge to help their community tend to be among those selected. MASACares staff have the authority to determine eligibility for all applications.

No, once further funding is received, applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; however, if there's a specific program that you'd like to participate in (e.g. Retreats, MASA2, etc.), you will need to apply two weeks before its start date. Please contact us (info@masacote.com) if you have any other questions :)

Yes. In fact, if you're interested in multiple programs, we recommend submitting one application indicating them all. The application will allow you to check all that apply. Please contact us (info@masacote.com) if you have any other questions :)

MASA2: Professional Track Program MASA2 is a one-year coaching program that launches every February. It is designed for dancers seeking to train with Masacote in a direct, challenging setting for staff and dancer development. Application required. This group trains on Mondays from 7:30pm-10pm.

Intensive programs are organized in 3-12 month blocks and are not included in the memberships. Full session is required to participate, and spots are limited. Contact us for information on upcoming Intensives. Latin Music Percussion Intensives Offered every 3 months. Students learn about the music and how to play the instruments. No prior music experience necessary. Instruments are provided. Dance Intensives Offered every season. Dance intensives take a deeper dive into technique vs. repertoire. Past intensives include styling and salsa technique.

Group classes at Masacote are organized in stages. Each stage focuses on developing specific skills necessary for later complexity. We place particular importance on fundamentals during the initial stages and thus recommend students always start with the Stage 1 classes. Below is a list of the classes we often teach: Afro Cuban Fusion Afro Cuban dance classes explore a fusion of the movements & culture of folkloric Cuban dance. One stage for all skills offered. Bachata Bachata originates from the Dominican Republic. Our classes focus on musical groove and partner connection. Two stages are offered. Cha Cha No longer a limited intensive, Cha Cha now joins our schedule full-time! Attention will be placed on: cha cha music timing, partner connection, footwork & partnerwork repertoire building. Cuban Son Son is a dance and music style that originated in the eastern part of Cuba. Son spread across the island, Caribbean, and later to New York to become the root of what we now call Salsa. Son also provides the structural base for Casino, commonly known as Cuban Salsa. In this weekly class we begin to develop basic concepts and musicality for Son social dancing. Dance Fusion Incorporate various styles of dance into your salsa repertoire and creative process to support the intuitive expression of your movement and dance. Movement Technique Focus on footwork technique, weight placement, and musical awareness. Build up stronger, faster footwork while learning to build more rhythmic connections. Rumba Rumba is a Cuban folkloric, secular dance. Our classes focus on individual movement isolation and dance fusion. One stage for all skills offered. Salsa Masacote teaches NY Style Salsa On 2, centered around the Tumbao rhythm of the congas. Classes are separated into four stages of partnering and footwork. Masacote newcomers with prior Salsa On 2 experience may begin in Salsa 1+. All others must start in Salsa 1. Higher stages require coach approval, and students are moved up as they become proficient in the skills at each stage. Qigong & Meditation Cultivate peace of mind and tranquility by learning some basic techniques of meditative practices for aligning mind, body and soul.

Student Performance Teams are organized in 4-6 month blocks over the spring and fall semesters and are not included in the memberships. Full session is required to participate, and spots are limited. Contact us for information on upcoming performance teams. Student Performance Classes Offered spring and fall. Students drill technique and learn choreography. Salsa Partnering performance classes start in January/February. Salsa Footwork/Movement performance classes start in September/October. Both of these groups train during the week and weekends depending on the season.