Salsa
Fire, rhythm, and connection. From Cuban to New York style, we bring the heat of Latin dance to every age and level.
RHYTHM LATIN PARTNER WORKEST. 1997 — WHERE DANCE LIVES
From your first plié to the competition stage — Jorday Rivera's Dance Studio has shaped passionate dancers for nearly three decades. Six styles. All ages. One family.
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Every class is led by instructors who've lived the art — not just learned it.
Fire, rhythm, and connection. From Cuban to New York style, we bring the heat of Latin dance to every age and level.
RHYTHM LATIN PARTNER WORK
Street culture meets stage presence. Popping, locking, freestyling — we build confidence through every cypher.
URBAN STREET FREESTYLE
Precision choreography, big formations, and the infectious energy of Korean pop culture — brought to life on our floor.
CHOREO K-POP FORMATION
The foundation of all great dancers. Classical technique taught with discipline, artistry, and deep respect for the form.
CLASSICAL TECHNIQUE POINTE
Strength meets grace. Tumbling, aerial work, and flexibility training woven into stunning movement sequences.
AERIAL STRENGTH FLEXIBILITY
Rhythm is an instrument. Tap class builds musicality, precision, and a whole lot of swagger — from beginner to Broadway.
RHYTHM PERCUSSIVE MUSICALITY
Romantic, sensual, and deeply expressive. We teach modern and traditional bachata with the footwork, body movement, and connection that make this Dominican style irresistible.
SENSUAL DOMINICAN PARTNER WORK
Ancient, powerful, and endlessly graceful. Students build core strength, body awareness, and confidence through isolations, shimmies, and fluid expression rooted in Middle Eastern tradition.
ISOLATIONS MIDDLE EASTERN CORE
Where technique meets emotion. Lyrical blends ballet and jazz into a storytelling form that lets dancers interpret music with vulnerability, athleticism, and personal artistry.
EXPRESSIVE BALLET-JAZZ STORYTELLING
Push the boundaries of movement. Contemporary training explores improvisation, floor work, and dynamic physicality — developing versatile, expressive dancers ready for any stage.
IMPROV MODERN FLOOR WORK
High-energy, sharp, and theatrical. Jazz class builds strength, flexibility, and showmanship through isolations, turns, leaps, and iconic stylized movement rooted in American performance tradition.
THEATRICAL AMERICAN PERFORMANCE
Dance, act, and sing — all at once. Our musical theater classes develop the full triple-threat performer, combining Broadway-style movement with character work, expression, and stage presence.
BROADWAY TRIPLE THREAT STAGE
The class every serious dancer needs. Dedicated training in jumps, leaps, and turns — building the explosive power, control, and precision that elevate performance across every style you dance.
JUMPS LEAPS & TURNS POWER
The fire of Latin rhythm meets the sophistication of jazz. This high-energy fusion combines Afro-Cuban movement, syncopated footwork, and jazz technique into a style that is bold, musical, and electrifying.
FUSION AFRO-CUBAN JAZZ
No experience needed — just the desire to move. Our adult hip hop class is a judgment-free zone built for grown-ups who want to get loose, build confidence, and have an absolute blast doing it.
ADULTS URBAN ALL LEVELS
New York On2 salsa designed specifically for adults. Whether you've never stepped on a dance floor or you're looking to sharpen your technique, our adult salsa classes bring the heat in a fun, welcoming environment.
ADULTS NY ON2 PARTNER WORK
This high-energy style combines vibrant Indian dance styles with modern choreography, upbeat music, and expressive movements. Perfect for all levels!
ADULTS NY ON2 PARTNER WORK
Timeless, powerful, and divinely feminine. Students awaken core strength, grace, and self-confidence through hypnotic isolations, earthy shimmies, and fluid movements steeped in Middle Eastern heritage.
ADULTS NY ON2 PARTNER WORKJorday Rivera's Dance Studio was born from a simple belief: every person has a dancer inside them. Since 1997, we've cultivated talent, community, and artistry in a space that feels like home.
We teach children as young as two and adults well into their golden years — because the joy of movement has no age limit. Our instructors are working artists and trained educators who bring both expertise and heart to every class.
WHO WE SERVE
Whether you're three years old or thirty-three, a first-timer or a seasoned performer — there's a place for you here.
Tiny dancers discover the joy of movement in a nurturing, play-based environment. We focus on coordination, creativity, and confidence.
→ Ages 3–6 · RecreationalFrom recreational to pre-professional — our youth programs challenge young dancers to grow technically and expressively.
→ Ages 7–17 · Recreational & CompetitiveNever danced before? Always wanted to? It's never too late. Our adult classes are judgment-free, high-energy, and addictively fun.
→ Ages 18+ · All LevelsElite training for driven dancers who want to perform on a regional and national level. Auditions held seasonally — are you ready?
→ Ages 7–18 · By AuditionOur competition teams represent Jorday Rivera's Dance Studio at regional and national events every season. With nearly 30 years of competitive experience, we know what it takes — and we love building the next generation of champions.
VOICES
My daughter has been dancing here since she was four. She's now seventeen and on the competition team. JRDS didn't just teach her to dance — it raised her.Maria T. Parent · 13 years with JRDS
I walked in at 42 with two left feet and zero coordination. Six months later I was performing in the adult showcase. I still can't believe it happened.James R. Adult Hip Hop Student
The K-Pop class is everything. The instructors are insanely talented and the community here is so warm and welcoming. Best decision I made this year.Soo-Yeon K. Youth K-Pop · 2 years
MORE WAYS WE CAN HELP
Whether you need a choreographer, a private coach, or a world-class space — we’ve got you.
One-on-one or small group instruction tailored entirely to your goals. Ideal for accelerated learning, competition prep, performance polish, or complete beginners who want personal attention from day one.
Book a Session →Make your special moment unforgettable. We design custom choreography for weddings, sweet 16s, quinceañeras, corporate events, and more. From a first dance to a full performance — we choreograph moments that last a lifetime.
Get a Quote →Need professional space? Our Forest Hills studio is available for rehearsals, auditions, photoshoots, and independent classes. Fully mirrored, sprung floors, sound system included. Flexible hourly and half-day rates.
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Classes forming now for all ages and levels. Come see why generations of dancers have called JRDS home.