Rick Berry

With over 15 years of dancing and teaching experience, Rick specializes in Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue. He is known for his patient, foundational approach that puts mastering the basics first — clean footwork, musical timing, smooth connection, and confident body movement. Rick believes that strong fundamentals create confident dancers who can truly enjoy and express themselves on the dance floor. Whether you’ve never danced before or want to rebuild your technique with clarity and precision, his classes are welcoming, fun, and designed to help every student feel successful from the very first song. As a mental health dance instructor with Moving Heart Foundation, Rick brings warmth, positivity, and a genuine passion for using dance as a tool for connection, confidence, and joy. Come learn with Rick and discover how beautiful and freeing partner dancing can be when you have a rock-solid foundation!