Adult Classes at Danceport

Dr. Kumara Sidhartha’s Latin Dance Class + Social 

Saturday January 24th from 6-9pm at Danceport. $20

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Kumara Sidhartha MD MPH grew up in India, immersed in a rich culture of ancient classical dance and energetic Bollywood beats. This diverse background sparked his passion for dance, which eventually led him to the world of Latin dancing.

As the winner of the People’s Choice Award at the Dancing with the Docs competition in 2018, Dr. Sidhartha brings a unique blend of expertise and enthusiasm to his Latin dance classes. His instructions in Salsa and Bachata are grounded in a deep understanding of human anatomy, body mechanics, and musicality. Known for his easy-to-follow teaching style, Dr. Sidhartha ensures that his students not only learn dance movements but also have fun in the process.

Dr. Sidhartha is an affiliate artist with the Movements Artists of Cape Cod. He also contributes to the Cape Cod Latin Dance organized by the New England Wellness Foundation, sharing his love for dance with the community.

 

For classes or performance at your event, contact: kumarasidhartha@gmail.com

Shoes and Attire

  • Latin Ballroom:

    Footwear: Indoor shoes with no hard soles.

    If wearing heals : Character shoes or ballroom heels with wide, rubberized heel bases only.

    Danceport provides a highly specialized sprung marley dance floor.

    Prohibited footwear includes:

    • Stilettos or narrow heels – high pressure points can puncture or dent marley 

    • Hard plastic or metal heel tips 

    • Street shoes worn from outside (grit + small stones scratch the surface)

    • Fashion heels, boots with heels 

    • Character heels without proper rubber heel caps 

    • Any heel with sharp edges or worn-down tips

  • Shoes:

    • Black Oxford Tap Shoe by Theatricals, Bloch or Capezio.

      How to prep taps:

      1. Check for burrs (run your finger lightly along the tap edge).

      2. Use a metal file or fine sandpaper

        • Smooth the perimeter of the toe tap

        • Smooth the heel tap

      3. Tighten all screws

        • Use a proper screwdriver

        • Loose taps scratch floors faster

      4. Check periodically (weekly)

        • Especially younger dancers — their screws loosen fastest.

    Clothing:

    • T-Shirt, Tank Top or Athletic Top

      • Wearing Layers is Recommended

    • Mid to high waisted leggings, joggers, flare pant, studio pant or sweat pants.

  • Comfortable clothes you can groove, stretch and move in.

    Class will alternatively wear sneakers and socks. Sneakers used on dance floor must be only used at studio. Black quarter crew socks in brands like under-armor, adidas or nike are recommend.

    Bring a mat to stretch on if you prefer.

  • Attire:

    • Athetic top. tank, T-shirt or leotard.

    • Leggings, joggers or tights with leotard. Warm ups are welcomed.

    • Optional ballet skirt.

    Shoes:

    Hair:

    • Hair should be secured off the neck in a bun, clip or pony tail.

Adult Class Schedule:

Tuesday: 6:45-7:30 Adult Groove

Wednesday: 12-12:45 Adult Tap

Friday: 12:15-1:00 Adult Tap

Select Saturdays: 6-9pm Latin Dance Class and Social