“The passionate pursuit of the Arts, Community and Self.”
LATIN VINTAGE DANCE COMPANY
Latin Vintage was created in 2009 by World Renowned performer, choreographer and instructor, Julissa Cruz. She created the company as a way to bring the art and history of Latin dance and music to the Richmond, VA community. Since its inception, Latin Vintage has trained over 1000 students, performers and instructors in Salsa and other forms of partnered dance.
At Latin Vintage, we pride ourselves on quality instruction. Our goal is to educate each student with the knowledge needed to dance with any type of partner, in any environment they should travel to. We currently offer technique intensives, beginner courses and boot camps. Private lessons are also available upon request.
Latin Vintage also hosts a number of events tailored to the DMV Salsa community and surrounding areas, and is always looking for opportunities to venture out in order to bring new projects to life. Contact us for information on classes, events, privates and group workshops.
JULISSA CRUZ
Julissa Cruz has been training, teaching coaching and performing dance for over 20 years. Her genres include jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, modern, salsa and other Latin styles.
She served as director of the Salsa Heat Professional dance company, for 4 years before venturing out on her own as a solo artist. She has performed and taught throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia on her own and with her Partner, Gordon Neil. She has done several collaborations with other world-renowned performers such as Ana Masacote, Melanie Castillo, Andy Cruz, Liz Becerra, Benjamin Cartagena and Troy Anthony. Julissa has competed as a Professional Salsa soloist at the World Salsa Summit placing 4th, and in same gender professional category with partner Melanie Castillo, as well as the Ladies large teams placing 1st.
In 2009, Julissa founded her dance company Latin Vintage in Richmond Virginia and hit the ground running, bringing more and more people into the joy of dancing. She started her popular event “Pura Vintage” in 2010, bringing in exceptional educators and performers to enrich the dance scene.
She is passionate about the creation and development of dancers, as well as creating enthusiasts of the art and culture itself. Julissa continues to be inspired by the integrity of movement, and hopes to share this with others for years to come.
