Quest Dance Academy

I came across Arden’s classes in part by chance, in part by suggestion from other dancers. In general I’m quite picky about dance instructors (or teachers in general), so if the instructors are not good (patient, explains well, helpful, fun, welcoming, etc), I end up dropping off quite soon. It just took me a few minutes to feel the good vibe and warm, supportive, family-​like environment they create in theses classes. And I keep training with him and his associates ever since.
Theirs are some of the best classes I have attended in several years. Independently of your level, these classes are exciting and fun/​challenging. All levels are welcome, and everybody have a lot of fun. Often newcomers (including people who are trying bachata or salsa or general dancing for the first time) get to do the mini sequence which includes intermediate steps. All the moves are intended to be practicable at social dancing.
Warm up, core exercise and stretching is included at the beginning of each class, followed by drills and techniques, and a routine to be performed at local Latin dancing clubs and festivals/​congresses. However, performing is completely optional. If you would like to perform but feel you don’t have the level, they will help you to get there.
Training with them I passed from my plateau of intermediate/​just ok level at social dancing to performance level and getting complemented by many of my dancing partners at social events. So it is not only for beginners. Intermediate or seasoned dancers will benefit from these classes as well.
The instructors are energetic, fun and very helpful; they create a fun, welcoming, easy-​going atmosphere that everybody enjoys. If you struggle with a particular step, they will go over and over with you, with different approaches, until you get it. They don’t give up on you, and no one is left behind. For them, the students and the team is like a family, and so they promote similar values.
Even in other cities/​states where they go to teach workshops at dance festivals, they are loved, admired and followed. Some people would travel from another state or from out of the country to attend their workshops.
All this apply to each one of their instructors: Arden Ebalo, Erika Saucillo, Jessica Trujillo, Gracie Flores and Tony Flores. All of them are exceptional at what they do, both teaching and performing, and they do it in a fun and warm way.
As their old saying tells: once a «questie», always a «questie». That is how people feels about this team of instructors.
Just one warning: if you try it, you’ll love it!
What are you waiting for?
If you are curious, give it a try. The first class is free.

Great dance academy I have been dancing with Arden for over two years and he is great never thought i would be able to perform again but oh boy was i wrong he gave me the confidence i needed to perform such great instructor wanna dance have come to the right place

Quest Dance Academy’s instructors are some of the most versatile when it comes to teaching. They each have their own style and are excellent at communicating that to all levels. In QSC LB, Arden has the most unique style of bachata that you won’t see anywhere else and Jessica is the best as speaking the language the ladies can understand. For QA, Tony and Gracie work together to create a funky style of Salsa that makes you forget the world when you are dancing. Also, not to mention their way of making every practice feel like you are hanging out with your best friends and just happen to be dancing. I would recommend QDA to any and all that have the desire to learn more about dancing. It would be an experience you won’t forget.

I have been taking Arden and Erika’s Bachata classes for over a year and not only have I improved in technique but in being inspired to be a better dancer. Classes are always packed and there is variety of levels however Arden constantly comes up with new choreography. His videos and patterns are unique and innovative. I would recommend his class at Granada on Tuesday nights which is one hour consisting of a footwork warm up and partnerwork. He will greet you with a warm smile and charm you with his great sense of humor!

Arden and Erika are some of the best Bachata instructors I’ve taken class from in Los Angeles. I’ve taken their Tuesday Bachata class at the Granada in Alhambra for almost two years after I met them at the LA Bachata Festival. Awesome patterns, awesome footwork, and some of the best instruction you’ll find to become a better dancer. I’d definitely recommend taking class from them.