Dance and Fitness

BallaLoco – Basel

Dance & fitness classes, workshops, events, personal training, nutrition coaching

What should never be missing in your suitcase?

Music. It gives me joy, inspires me and simply does me good. A book, which lets me immerse into a different world and learn, should not be missing in my suitcase either.

How long has BallaLoco been around?

I started in 2009 with Zumba Basel, as the first Zumba instructor in the Basel region. In 2011, I renamed Zumba Basel to BallaLoco. I convey joy and emotion for music and dance. My recipe for success is that my lessons are energetic and that way, I sweep people along.

Which services are only available at BallaLoco?

My concept is unique. I offer two different programs. The BallaLoco Dance Workout is a mix of simple dances and full body training. Dancing is not only a fun factor but also stimulates the fat burning process and builds up the physical condition. With the whole body workout, the basal metabolic rate is increased through muscle build-up, the body becomes firmer and stronger; it‘s effective training, which is varied and fun for people. Through my motivating and infectious nature, I encourage participants to give their all.

My Peppig! Dance Class is a fusion of ladystyle and urban dances. Cool moves from Hip-Hop, House, Dancehall and Afro are combined with sexy female moves from Street-Jazz and the Latin world. This dance class is suitable for everyone who loves to dance passionately. The movements, agility, coordination and self-confidence are honed. This lesson is full of pep, joy & groove.

Besides that, I organize Workshops, where I invite other dance teachers. Two to three times a year, I organize Tanz und Fitness Events.

Nicole, what is the best seller in your dance studio at the moment?

My BallaLoco Dance Workout. Many people want to do sports but don’t feel like doing the typical abs, butt & thighs workout. At BallaLoco, sport is fun. Thanks to the variety of dance and workout, the participants are motivated and push themselves to their limits.

How can someone attend your dance lessons?

With the 10 classes card. This card offers a lot of flexibility. That way, participants can visit two hours a week, or skip a month. The card is valid for four months. In case there are no dance classes because I am ill or on holiday, the card will be extended by that amount of time.

Who can participate in your dance classes?

Pretty much everyone who enjoys dancing and movement. The lessons are structured in such a manner that even people with little experience or prior knowledge can keep up. It is my particular interest that the participants feel at ease with me. Everyone can make progress based on their level. That is important to me. It is most rewarding when people go home with a smile on their faces and could recharge their batteries.

What do you want for your company?

That things will continue just the same. I am perfectly happy since it is going very well. It is likely that I will enlarge my team and do even more organization of events in the next few years.

What are you often asked by customers?

How I have the energy to master everything I do. I am a dance & fitness instructor, choreographer, organizer, managing director, mother and housewife. I practice all these areas with passion. It is important to be able to work in a structured way and to organize yourself well in order to be able to reconcile everything. It gives me great motivation to see that what I do reaches people. Of course, it is sometimes physically demanding, and often I am exhausted. At the same time, I also draw a lot of energy from my work because I love it. To me, dancing is not simply my job but my calling.

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About BallaLoco

The place for passion, dance, fitness & good vibes

My greatest passion is dancing and the art of expressing myself with my body. I love to share this joy with people and to inspire them for music, dance & fitness.

Visit a non-binding trial lesson in the regular classes! For further questions or uncertainties, contact me directly.