KF TRAINING LAB: FROM THE GROUND UP
Join Karel for an exclusive 8 week training period to improve your salsa from the ground up.
The KF Training Lab returns after a powerful round that changed the way dancers not only moved and showed up in their bodies, but also how they understood technique, their body awareness and their connection to themselves.
Karel has created a very special program to share her dance knowledge and help you to master the fundamentals of salsa dancing. The KF Training lab is all about TRAINING, EXPLORING, CONNECTING! In addition to strengthening & conditioning, you’ll work on the foundations of movement, salsa fundamentals, arms and spinning. These skills will be tested throughout the course with intensive exercises and shine patterns. All dancers will also be added to a WhatsApp group with Karel to ask questions and interact with each other outside of the Wednesday classes. Don’t miss this special dance defining 20 hour experience ~ spots are limited!
ONLINE SPOTS CAN STILL BE PURCHASED!
DON’T WAIT TO JOIN!
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Wednesdays from 8-10:30pm
(Starting January 21st 2026)
In-Person & Online Options
Schedule:
Week 1: Wednesday, January 21st 8-10:30pm
Week 2: Wednesday, January 28th 8-10:30pm
Week 3: Wednesday, February 4th 8-10:30pm
Week 4: Wednesday, February 11th 8-10:30pm
Week 5: Wednesday, February 18th 8-10:30pm
Week 6: Wednesday, February 25th 8-10:30pm
Week 7: Wednesday, March 4th 8-10:30pm
Week 8: Wednesday, March 11th 8-10:30pm
Also available ONLINE!
If you aren’t in NYC, there is also the option to participate in the KF Training Lab digitally! Professionally recorded videos will be sent out the following day (the classes will not be live-streamed). Depending on interest, a live Zoom option may be added. All dancers will also be added to a WhatsApp group with Karel to ask questions and interact with each other. Note that online option sign-up is per individual. If you are interested in purchasing the online option for a larger group or team, please send us an email!
FAQ:
What level do I need to be? The Training Lab is beneficial for both beginner and advanced dancers. To get the most out of the program though, we suggest that dancers have at least an advanced beginner level and a basic knowledge of salsa.
What if I need to miss a class? We understand that sometimes life happens and you might need to miss a class. Each week the classes are recorded and videos will be sent out on Thursdays, so you can practice anything you missed at home.
What studio will the classes be in? The exact studio location is still being booked, but it will most likely be in midtown Manhattan.
Do you have payment plans available? Yes! An initial deposit of $200 is due when booking and then payments are due Dec 29th ($200) and Jan 19th ($200). Please send an email to karel.flores1@gmail.com with any questions!
Can I use a different payment method? Yes! We can also accept Venmo, Zelle, PayPal and cash. Please send an email to karel.flores1@gmail.com
Have additional questions? Send me an email!
““I cannot recognize myself from Week 1 to now as a dancer. I am a new person.
A new dancer.
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“This lab was the most effective teaching tool I’ve participated in and should be mandatory for salsa dancers.
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“I’ve seen incredible progress. It’s weird because usually I measure my progress in how many moves I can do/retain. But now, I also see progress in the quality of my movement.
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“No one is in a rush. Everyone is working, growing, and supporting each other.”