Reviews of SMOOTH LATIN GROOVES Dance Studio (Dance School)

ELENA VLASSOVA

Very good quality dancing instructions and lots of fun moves. Strongly recommend to everybody!

Mary Anne Moran

My experience with Smooth Latin Grooves and Norbert Wunn ,was nothing short of spectacular. Norbert's years of teaching experience and his caring connection to his students was evident in his patience and drive to make each and every class a successful and most entertaining dance encounter. The 3 yrs I have spent learning and perfecting my dancing have been a transformational time. I hope to be learning from Norbert for many yrs to come. I can't recommend them highly enough.

Fabian Van Romberg

My wife and I found our first dance lesson with Norbert to be very informative and fun! We always enjoyed dancing but really wanted to learn how to dance properly. We decided to try Salsa out and after an hour Norbert had us already doing 3 different types of moves. He was extremely patient, very friendly and welcoming and extremely knowledgeable on the topic of dancing (and life in general too!). The location is convenient for us and we also really like that he is very flexible (with timing and cancellations) and affordable with his rates. We will definitely be going back to learn some more!

Laszlo Toth, P.Eng.

We love Norbert, he's patent with us

Alain Bartleman

Norbert is a skilled, patient, and understanding teacher, and his assistants (Lee and Magda) are delightful. I highly recommend Smooth Latin Grooves not just for Latin dancing, but also for other kinds of dance.

Patrizia Haas

The instructor is amazing. There is a large amount of difficult information, yet he is awesome at delivering how-to-info. He is great at making sense of it and helping to convert the theory to real life. After only a few lessons I feel comfortable on the dance-floor. I never thought I could do it, even though I love salsa I was hesitant because I do not meet the "standard measurements" of a typical "salsa-gal". Norbert was very helpful in building up my self-esteem! Thanks, Norbert!

Jocelyn Martin

I have to thank you, Norbert! Taking lessons with Norbert sparked this whole new part of my life. I was very nervous about starting, especially since I didn't have a partner but he made me feel very comfortable and confident. Salsa dancing makes me feel so happy - whatever mood I'm in, once I hit the dance floor, I'm on a high and it's the best feeling. I've met so many great people through salsa and I am now on an advanced dance performance team in Toronto, which I never could have imagined happening in a million years. And none of this would have happened if it weren't for Norbert! I'm so grateful!

The Beautiful Game - Weekly

I have been dancing at SLG for almost 4 years now, and Norbert has made it absolutely fantastic! Dancing and learning salsa with a patient and thorough teacher makes it so much better. I truly recommend such a wonderful place to attend.

Della Faulkner

Such a positive and fun learning atmosphere with Norbert. My husband and I can call ourselves west coast swing dancers now.

Amy Cong Lu

Norbert is a great and passionate dance instructor, very knowledgeable and easy-going! His dance method is excellent. He breaks dance into easy-to-learn steps and he knows how to adapt to his individual students dance level towards the best outcomes.

Barbara Moore

We learned salsa, merengue, bachata and West Coast Swing with Norbert. Norbert is cheerful, patient, positive and an excellent teacher. He can break a dance down into its most minute components if necessary so that it is possible to be successful in learning a dance and enjoying it. Norbert's instruction has allowed us to enjoy dancing at organized dances, parties and street festivals and enriched our lives.

Pam Cooper

Norbert is a very detailed and patient instructor. It is wonderful that Norbert offers a recording of newly learned steps and turns at the end of the lesson.That way I will not forget what I have learnt. Thanks to Norbert's thoughtful teaching techniques I enjoy dancing on a regular basis.

Linda Komac

A life changing experience! In 2011 I had the pleasure of meeting Norbert the owner of Smooth Latin Groves. He gently encouraged me to try Latin dance. I absolutely loved it and the lovely people I have met through him and dancing throughout the last few year has truly been a life changing experience. I highly suggest everyone try it. has given me many years of enjoyment and great for building a strong healthy body. Norbert is very knowledgeable and has an abundance of patients. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Norbert! Dance like nobody is watching! Hugs

Patricia Dobbs

Norbert is a wonderful salsa instructor in Barrie , my daughter & myself took lessons with Norbert for 3 years , Norbert is a dedicated & patient teach we enjoyed doing lessons with him.

Peter Campbell

My wife and I have taken several sets of Salsa lessons through Norbert at Smooth Latin Grooves Dance Studio and highly recommend his technique that helped us to relax, learn and enjoy ourselves on the dance floor. We often get compliments when we are out dancing now and are very grateful for his experience and patience to show us we could do it!

john bohdan

With my 2 left feet its hard enough walking yet alone dancing. I wasn't sure at first about going for salsa lessons but boy what a surprise, Norbert had me dancing and enjoying myself in no time. I met a beautyful lady I'm now married to and dancing salsa with . Thanks to Norbert, it doesn't get any better than this.

magdalena stapinski

Norbert has been my teenage son's salsa dance teacher for almost 4 years now!! He is professional, patient, kind, encouraging, and so much fun! I highly recommend Norbert. He was born to teach dance!!!

Michelle Stinson

I took Salsa lessons from Norbert at Smooth Latin Grooves Dance Studio and enjoyed them immensely! Norbert is a very patient and knowledgeable instructor and he made learning fun and enjoyable which is what dancing should be! He explained everything thoroughly and was a wonderful instructor. I hope to go back again for further lessons. I highly recommend Smooth Latin Groves Dance Studio.

Shannon Wright

Last time I was there it was a wonderful unforgettable experience. Norbert ( dance instructor) truly provides his undivided attention dedicated to his dancers. I’ve learned so much and I’ve made so many new friends. I would highly recommend anyone who would love to learn how to dance salsa. I now know how to dance salsa with so much confidence thanks to Norbert!!

Maureen Whetham

Norbert has the perfect combination of skill, professionalism and sense of humour. I had no prior dance experience and felt I progressed much quicker than I ever thought I would under Norbert's teaching methods. He is also flexible with scheduling. I highly recommend Norbert.

Kathy Kraft

I took salsa and bachata lessons from Norbert for about 5 years. It changed my life. He gave me confidence in myself I never had! Whether it's a first lesson or something intricate and advanced, Norbert makes learning salsa fun! I enjoyed salsa and bachata dancing so much that eventually I was able to assist Norbert with some teaching lessons to new students, as well as do some performance dancing with him! And he was with me every "step" of the way! Norbert also teaches a relatively new type of dance called Kizomba, meaning 'party' in Angolan, where it originated. ( Angola) Norbert is the only person in Barrie teaching this sensual, interesting rhythm. It is very popular in Toronto, where I now live, and known widely in the larger dance scene. I also took Kizomba lessons with Norbert and that gave me confidence to dance Kizomba in Toronto dance clubs. I totally recommend dance lessons with Norbert. Guaranteed, it's a great experience. If I can do it, so can you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Andrew Marszalek

I have been taking West Coast Swing lessons from Norbert for the last 6 months and it has been a blast. Norbert is a very good teacher but also a good motivator. My partner and have a blast with him because he keeps it fun for the both of us. I definitely would recommend anyone to learn Norbert.

Kelly Walker

I have never learned how to salsa and decided to give it a go. I found Smooth Latin Groove’s online and messaged them, within the hour I had a response and booked my first private lesson. The experience in that first lesson was amazing!! Norbert is very patient and an incredible instructor, he made me feel so comfortable and made learning enjoyable. I look forward to each lesson and I am amazed at what I have already learned in just 2 sessions!! Thank you

deb conn

My partner and I have been taking West Coast Swing lessons with Norbert for a few months now. I find Norbert very easy to learn from as he show you everything step by step for both male and female. He is very patient and makes learning to dance fun and enjoyable. No stress or pressure. I was a complete beginner and my partner already knew quite a bit, but we are both getting a lot out of the lessons. Norbert accommodates our availability and has a lovely studio. He is also a great conversationalist..... just sayin'. So if you are looking for somewhere to take dance lessons, please give him a call. You won't regret it. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn or improve their dance skills.

N. Wunn

Thank you all dearest students for your trust in and appreciation of my teaching skills and your kind and inspiring words...

Diane Baylis

I completed my first private dance class with Norbert on Wednesday evening. He was able to accommodate me with my schedule, as I work out of town. Upon my arrival, he was very welcoming. My lesson with him was amazing! I found Norbert to be very detailed, patient and gave me constructive criticism when needed. I look forward to my next 8 classes with him, and know that I am well on my way with my "Learning Curve"!

Mike Crowe

I had the pleasure of several months of private lessons and also some couples classes with Norbert. Each of the nights lessons were professional, entertaining, and easy to pick up. We were able to find my timing, build routines, and rebuild my love of dance. There were many nights I would show up, stressed, and tired at the end of a long work day, this was soon forgotten and replace by dance. Easily the best part of my day each week. I would strongly recommend Smooth Latin Grooves Dance Studio to anyone. Looking forward to returning soon.

Zoe Okolie

Norbert teaches dance skillfully and joyfully. I am thoroughly enjoying picking up steps quicker than I thought possible, and finding Norbert's love of dance contagious.