Lorenz Latin Dance Studio - Bronx

1232 Castle Hill Ave, Bronx, NY 10462, USA

Address:	1232 Castle Hill Ave, Bronx, NY 10462, USA
Phone:	+1 718-892-6105
Site:	lorenzdancestudio.com
Rating:	4.7
Working:	5–10PM 5–10PM 5–10PM 5–10PM 5–10PM 10AM–12AM 5–10PM

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Dean Morel

RESPONSE TO LINDA P. REVIEW Although we are all entitled to our opinions, personal attacks should be addressed with the individual. You question the customer service of the staff, making it a point to reference key people and pointing out only ones short comings; yet this is not personal. Your stating a person is rude and is a horrific teacher only demonstrates your open-mindedness to accept constructive advise. Julissa, is mission driven and pushes her students to their limits as many of us will attests to. Julissa, is recognized throughout the dancing community as a first class dancer. With her talent, she should show off but she never does it in the studio; its done on the world stage. You make comment to her teaching methods as well but fail to identify them in your review. You clearly had no connection with her as a person or as your dancing mentor. She has many alumni which have gone on to dance semi-professional or have grown a new appreciation for the art of dance. Granted, learning something new which you attempted to do is both challenging and frustrating; in your case nearly impossible. You ripped into Itza and Yazmin Lugo and refer to Yasmins dancing; stop right there. Anyone reading your review would see you were left wanting, wanting to be a Julissa, Itza and Yazmin; not their failure but rather yours. Perfect your craft before throwing stones at a glass house. Keep your shallow opinions to yourself. Lets discuss your derogatory opinion of the "Ghetto Social". I give you credit there, because it shows you have a talent for masking the truth. Talking from experience, the many people I have had the privilege to meet at not only the socials but as a student have enhance my appreciation for what Javier, Julissa, Nick, Ashley, Gabby, Edwin do daily. If you would have taken the time to mingle with the "ghetto people" you would have learned who they were. The Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Lawyer, College Students and professionals comprise the largest group of the student body. However, you chose to over look great people and focus on air-conditioning and space; poor judgement (which by-the-way they have (smh) . In-short, words are powerful but the truth always prevails. LLDS has one of the best teaching systems. They offer four locations of which we are all just one big family. Dancing becomes fun when you dance with your new found family. I hope you found a studio where you can create positive memories as I have. You failed to review a studio by reviewing the people and the people who run the operation; its no wonder you walked away with nothing "focus". Just an afterthought - You can attempt to tarnish a studios reputation but cant identify yourself as a real person. I am an active student of this wonderful place for 4 years and 6 months now. This is a sanctuary for music and dance not for false advocates as yourself.

Linda P

I do not recommend Lorenz dance studio in The Bronx. To start off the staff has very poor customer service with the exception of Gabby, Nick, and Edwin. Julissa is extremely rude and is a horrific teacher. Goes to class with the intentions to show off as if she never danced before. Totally ignores you when at the front desk as if you were never there. Makes people feel very uncomfortable. She needs to come down to earth and get a personality. The world does not revolve around you. Youve lost a few customers because of her, thats for sure. Ashley needs to smile, she seems as if she is standoffish. Its important to keep a smile on your face. The rest dont go there to teach but just to show off as if its a competition like Itzia and Jazmine Lugo. Jazmine learn how to dance a little more before you teach. Very sloppy. In addition, there is no air conditioner and the space is extremely small not allowing you dance as you wish. Plenty of holidays that are not fulfilled with make up classes. They tell you to join another class at another date as if their on the same page. Oh and let me tell you.... their socials are ghetto!!!! No space to even breath. Why dont you pay for a bigger space atleast for socials considering you dont pay for air conditioner, insurance, bigger space or a good enough staff. Partnerwork there seems to be the same just in a different order all the time. No wonder you guys dont perform anywhere. Went to Yamilet and Cache dance studios and boy what a difference. HUGE difference. On a good note, Javier is very friendly (you can teach your girlfriend a few things), Nick always has a smile on his face and Edwin is just a sweetheart. Gabby is the only one that goes there to teach and is very kind when it comes to the females. Very mechanical dancers and no flavor. These are the reasons why Im no longer a part of Lorenz after being there for several months hoping things will change. Anyway, its going to be a hot summer hope you guys can invest in AC, the classes wont be as empty. Good luck and hopefully you guys make it.

Jose Jurado

Unfortunately, in this world we have to accept the fact that we cannot make everyone happy. I am a professional with a degree and I am now attending evening school to continue to advance and learn new ways to evolve and become more marketable, I am also an Instructor, a facilitator and a mentor to youths and adults. In addition, I am also a proud member of the Lorenz Latin Dance Studio and a ghetto participant of the Saturday socials. I have nothing but good things to say about Lorenz Dance Studio. Julissa is a star, she has been very supportive and helpful when I needed her assistance in making some moves possible. I participated in her advance classes on Wednesdays (unfortunately I can’t now due to school) and I have to say that they are absolutely wonderful, creative, challenging and fun. In addition, I have been a member of the school for a little over 3 years now, during my time with Lorenz I have forgotten personal items, such as; brand new Armani shirts in the bag with receipts, food and grocery, my dance shoes, my cell phone numerous times and my last episode was losing a small money pouch with over 100 dollars in cash in it. These items have always found their way back to me, thanks to the studio’s personnel, their honesty and high integrity. In fact, Ashley, the young lady that is being attacked returned my money pouch with all my money in it. Not a dime was missing. I don’t know how many studios will do that. When I was a child, I was taught to focus on the good in people and to avoid negativity. I was taught to move on and find happiness whenever I found myself to be unhappy without hurting or degrading anyone. This includes my personal relationships, love life and my present professional network as well. I feel sorry for those folks that are around people who make these kinds of accusations who they might think others have the responsibility of making them happy. Good luck with that.

Joan Marie Acevedo

Mi hija Sophia desde pequeña iba a este studio y le encanta comenzó en salsa y el año pasado en hip hop con Ashley ahora cumple 8 y quiere regresar al studio y hasta yo quisiera tomar clases de salsa.. Voy a hacer los arreglos posibles para que ella regrese a bailar.. Son muy profesionales y talentosos.. pronto estare por allá..