Meraki:
To do something with soul, creativity or love. To put something of yourself into your work.
welcome to Meraki!
Our mission is to build community through dance.
As Louisville’s premier salsa / Bachata dance company- we offer group classes, private lessons and more!
Here at Meraki, dance is the method through which we connect to one another. we believe there is always more room at the table.
Come join the family!
Dance is the method through which we connect.
private lessons:
Ready to have fun?
Meet new people?
De-stress through movement?
in our group classes you will experience all of the above and more!
Group classes:
Prefer Individualized attention?
can’t attend scheduled classes due to time constraints?
Want a customized class based on your individual goals?
WE offer private dance instruction at all levels and in all styles.
Let's dance
Let's dance
meet the founder:
Chelsey Owen is owner and director of Meraki Dance Company- a nationally recognized Salsa/Bachata dance school. Meraki is the largest Latin dance academy in the region and has a myriad of offerings for individuals of all levels. She has over 20 years teaching experience and has taught and performed throughout North America as a guest instructor at dance festivals and congresses.
Proficient in leading and following, Chelsey is passionate about developing strong technical dance foundations and high body awareness, alongside spreading the joy of creativity, self-expression and confidence found through partner dance.
She founded Meraki Dance Company in 2017 and has since led the Louisville community in providing high quality instruction, hosting unique, special events and building kind, inclusive community.