Luis Arturo Dance is a Dance Studio in Villa Park, IL, located at 207 S Villa Ave #250. The studio operates as the home of Mosaico Dance Company and offers what it describes as the only comprehensive Salsa and Bachata training program in the Chicago suburbs. It serves students ranging from complete beginners with no previous knowledge to veteran dancers with years of experience. The curriculum covers a wide variety of styles, including nightclub dances such as Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Hustle, Argentine Tango, Kizomba, Zouk, and Lindy Hop. Ballroom offerings include Rumba, ChaCha, Swing, Bolero, Mambo, Samba, Jive, Paso Doble, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz, and Quickstep. A youth program is also available, focusing on Hip Hop and Break Dance. Classes are offered for both singles and couples, with options for private lessons and group sessions at all skill levels. New students can schedule a free 30-minute consultation to determine the best starting point for their training.
The studio is led by Luis Arturo Santillan, the owner and lead instructor. Born in Jiutepec, Mexico, Santillan was first introduced to dance through traditional folk dancing. Since arriving in the United States, he has studied with various local professionals and mastered diverse styles including Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, African, Latin Club, and Ballroom. He is certified in all American, International, and Club styles of Ballroom Dance and has been performing, competing, and teaching in that field since 2005. The studio’s mission is to provide a supportive environment where dancers of all ages can grow and excel, emphasizing affordable training and a family-oriented atmosphere. The team aims to inspire communication through art and contribute to the diversity of the local community by providing a place for members to learn and share performances.
The studio sits on S Villa Ave, about a tenth of a mile from the Villa Park Historical Society Museum. It is located roughly two-tenths of a mile from Lions Park and East Saint Charles Road. West Saint Charles Road and Rotary Park are about four-tenths of a mile away, while Kingery Highway is approximately half a mile from the location.
Luis Arturo Dance holds a rating of 4.50 based on customer reviews. The studio serves the Villa Park and surrounding Chicago suburbs community by offering structured dance education and performance opportunities for individuals and groups.