Sara O. says, "What I enjoy most about Image Consulting & Dance is the opportunity to partner with the instructor Isabel on my fitness, dance, and personal goals. I found Isabel in September 2022 through Eventbrite when she organized a free 1.5hr Samba class for the community to check out and enjoy. The class was so inviting - I was introduced to the basic Samba step, Brazilian music, and immersed in the Samba experience as the live drummers drummed to the beat of our movement. I clearly remember how Isabel made an effort to give every guest 1:1 attention and even highlighted each of us during the last activity which was the Samba circle. She created a safe and fun space for me to truly express myself and feel comfortable through dance!
After class, I was convinced to sign up for her 6-week Samba Course. The course covered the history of Samba, culture, technique, posture, movement, and emphasized confidence. I started the course with zero Samba experience. By week 6, I was shaking my hips, feeling taller, and noticing how different I felt about my self esteem - and I was craving more! I expressed to Isabel that one of my personal goals was to perform in front of a large audience and to not feel shy whenever I felt like dancing.
Isabel worked with me for the next four months to solidify my Samba step, sharpen the movement of my legs, arms, back and shoulders, and gave me a lot of encouragement and 1:1 time which helped me to become a better dancer and performer. Throughout that time, she organized many activities for other dancers and myself to bond, celebrate, and grow closer as we developed a friendship outside of the studio. Isabel has been consistent about who she is and what she teaches since I met her six months ago. She’s an instructor, an incredibly talented dancer, a skilled image consultant, and a wonderful friend, too. I feel honored that I got to perform with her last week at the 13th Annual San Francisco Salsa Festival! Isabel helps me achieve my goals and I am forever grateful and excited to keep learning and dancing under her instruction. " Read more
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