A Mission of Movement
I have a passion to continue to grow and teach all levels , I work with beginners and competitors.
It brings me joy 2 share my love of dance and hopefully inspire other who might have an interest in Ballroom dance.
Teacher's Experience
Professional Ballroom Dance instructor Mario Avila
Pro. Am. competitor, choreographer and performer in American Rhythm & Smooth / International/ Latin dancing. I'm known for the quality of instruction set by the industry ProDVIDA & recognize by the NDCA. Mario is the recipient of many top teacher awards with his pedagogy occurring under the direction of various coaches spanning a 15 year career in ballroom.
Put Mario’s education, skill, knowledge and talent to work for you, schedule a lesson today.
Dance Studios
Palomar Ballroom 2005 - Present
UCSC 2008 - present
City of Santa Cruz Parks & Rec. 2008-2014
Watsonville high school 2013- 2016
International Academy of Dance 2008-2012
Fred Astaire 2008-2010
Starlite Dance Club 2005-2007
Dance Synergy 2003-2005
Cruise Instructor
Dancers at sea cruises
Sundance cruises
Guest Instructed
Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School
Cabrillo college
Seascape Resort,
Chaminade Resort,
Cocoanut Grove,
Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium,
Bargetto Winery
Dance Styles & levels
American Smooth (Bronze & Silver)
Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz.
American Rhythm (Bronze & Silver)
Cha Cha, Rumba, E.C. Swing, Mambo, Bolero.
Social dances
Hustle, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Argentine Tango, Night Club 2 step, Bachata, 20’s Charleston.
Studio locations
I have 2 locations 2 serve U.
1344 Pacific Ave . downtown Santa Cruz.
Also
4652 Scott't Valley Dr.
Scott's Valley Ca. 95066
(831 ) 295-9555