YERBA BUENA CIRCLE
Online Live Classes | Personal Coaching | Community
Dance. Coaching. Community.
A membership that combines
world-class dance education with personal coaching and a community that helps you stay consistent.
It's not a place, it' a philosophy, a lifestyle, a community where every dancer, every individual is valued and supported very high quality of teaching.
Maria
Yerba Buena Community Member
Russia
One of the best teachers when it comes to Salsa worldwide. If you want to become a great dancer, then this is the place to go.
Vassil & Agnes
Yerba Buena Community Member & Performer
Bulgaria/France
Does this sound familiar?
"I want to actually understand what I'm doing, not just copy the teacher"
"I am tired of just learning more steps in every class..."
"I want real individual attention from the teacher, not just generic group corrections"
"I keep taking classes but nothing changes in my dancing. Maybe I am just not talented enough..."
If any of that sounds familiar — the problem isn't you.
Most dance classes teach you what to do. Very few teach you why it works.
Even fewer help you apply it to your own body. That's what Yerba Buena Circle is built for.
Become a practitioner, not just a student.
A practitioner is not a level. It's an orientation. You might be a complete beginner or you might have been dancing for ten years. That's not what makes you a practitioner. What makes you a practitioner is this:
You want to understand what's happening in your body, not just copy a shape.
You'd rather understand one movement deeply than collect ten new combinations.
You reflect on your dancing, you notice patterns, ask questions, and use what you discover.
You see your dancing as something that grows with you over time, not a skill you acquire and tick off.
If you see yourself in this,
then this place has been created for you.
€179/quarter
Locked for life. Cancel anytime before a new quarter.
100% Privacy. We Will Never Spam You!
WHAT IS YERBA BUENA CIRCLE ONLINE COMMUNITY?
What you'll experience
Inside Your Membership
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Coaching
✔ Weekly 1:1 Coaching✔ Goal Setting & Progress Tracking
✔ Group Coaching Sessions
✔ Accountability & Support
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Dance
✔ Weekly live classes✔ Replay library
✔ Progressive learning
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Community
✔ Practitioner Community✔ Individual Teacher Feedback
✔ Ongoing Peer Support
The Result
✔ Dance with confidence instead of hesitation.
✔ Understand why your movement works.
✔ Build lasting technique, not just more steps.
✔ Grow on and off the dance floor.
✔ Belong to a community that supports your journey.
Sarah's teaching transformed not only my dancing but also my confidence. The combination of expert guidance and a supportive community made all the difference. If you're looking for both growth and belonging, this is the place.
A full teachers team for your practice
THE PEDAGOGY OF EMBODIMENT
Meet Sarah.
I'm a dancer, choreographer, certified coach and lifelong student of human movement. I've spent years exploring one question: How do people truly grow—not only as dancers, but as human beings?
For years, I searched for a way of teaching that goes beyond collecting steps. I believe real progress happens when technique, body awareness, confidence, and reflection grow together. That's why I created Yerba Buena Circle—a space where dance becomes a practice, not just a class. Today, I combine over a decade of international teaching experience with professional coaching to help dancers understand not only what they do, but why they do it.
Because becoming a better dancer and becoming a more confident person don't have to be two separate journeys.
THE PEDAGOGY OF FREEDOM
Meet Philip.
Dancer. Teacher. Studio Owner.
Philip believes great dancers aren't created by collecting more patterns—they're created by understanding movement.
His classes focus on musicality, body awareness, creativity, and adaptability, helping you move with confidence instead of imitation.
With years of teaching and social dancing experience, he creates an environment where curiosity is encouraged, questions are welcome, and every dancer is supported in finding their own authentic expression.
Because great technique isn't the destination, it's the foundation for freedom.
THE PEDAGOGY OF FLUIDITY
Meet Nora.
Dancer. Teacher. Neuroscientist.
Nora combines her background in neuroscience with her passion for dance to help you move with greater ease, awareness, and confidence.
Her classes focus on body movement, fluidity, ladies styling, and partner connection—helping you understand why your body moves the way it does, so technique becomes natural instead of forced.
For Nora, great dancing isn't about looking perfect. It's about creating movement that feels authentic, effortless, and uniquely yours.
THE SCHEDULE
What Members Are
Practicing This Month
Every week is designed to help you grow—both as a dancer and as a person. Everything is live. Everything is interactive.
And every month brings a new journey. This month you'll experience:
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✓ Weekly live dance classes to develop technique, body awareness and flow.
✓ A progressive class series that builds your skills week after week—not random drop-in classes.
✓ Personal 1:1 coaching with Sarah, included in your membership.
✓ Group coaching focused on confidence, mindset and the inner side of dancing.
✓ Special workshops exploring movement, musicality and embodiment.
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"We are the people we have been waiting for "
A community built around practice. Yerba Buena Circle isn't built around perfection. It's built around curiosity.
We believe progress doesn't come from collecting more classes, it comes from paying deeper attention. Our members ask questions.
They experiment. They support one another.
They celebrate growth instead of comparison.
This isn't a place where you have to prove yourself.
It's a place where you get to practice becoming yourself.
Join the Community &
grow with real support
Wondering what it's really like inside this community?
Sam shares her story — from where she started to where she is now.
The best place to get deep knowledge about Salsa on2/Mambo/Afro Cuban Movement!
Dionysios Panagiotatos
Yerba Buena Community Member & Professional Dancer Greece
I love Sarah's classes and the Yerba Buena people. Everybody is unique and beautiful in their own way. The classes go far beyond the steps or 123-567 of salsa, they touch the soul.
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Build real confidence
Confidence that doesn't depend on compliments. Learn to work through comparison, self-doubt, and fear until confidence comes from within.
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Dance your uniqueness
Master the fundamentals so you can stop copying teachers and start expressing yourself.
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Make consistent progress
Progress comes from a sustainable rhythm—not from grinding harder.
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Get coached through blocks
When you feel stuck, you'll know exactly what to work on next instead of spinning your wheels.
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Train with deeper body connection
Learn to listen to your body so technique becomes freer, clearer, and authentically yours.
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Be seen & supported
Grow inside a community that knows your journey and helps you keep moving forward.
One Membership.
Everything You Need to Grow.
€179/quarter
Locked for life. Cancel anytime before a new quarter.
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Personal Goal Setting — Set meaningful goals and track your progress over time.
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Unlimited Support — Get personal guidance whenever you feel stuck.
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Weekly Live Classes — Live training in technique, embodiment, creativity, and musicality.
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1:1 Coaching with Sarah — Book private coaching sessions included in your membership
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Monthly Group Coaching — Work through confidence, mindset, and performance blocks.
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Replay Library — Access every class anytime and learn at your own pace.
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Growing Course Library — Progressive courses that expand every month.
We believe meaningful growth takes time. That's why membership is quarterly. Three months gives you the consistency to build lasting habits, receive personal feedback, and experience real progress—not just a burst of motivation.
Dance is more than learning steps. It´s a way of paying attention.
To your body. To other people.
To the way you respond when something feels difficult.
That's why Yerba Buena Circle isn't just a dance membership.
It's a place to practice with curiosity, consistency, and people who genuinely want to see you grow.
If that resonates with you, we'd love to welcome you into the Circle.
Ready to go deeper?
Join the Community
€179/quarter
Locked for life. Cancel anytime
before a new quarter.
Everything you need to keep growing—expert teachers, live classes, personal coaching, and a community that will walk the journey with you.
100% Privacy. We Will Never Spam You!
FAQ
Before you join Your questions, answered
These are the real questions people asked me before joining.
I want you to have everything you need to make the right decision for you.
All about the classes
What days & times are the live classes?
The day can vary month to month but is always announced well in advance inside the community. Q&A´s and Webinars are usually scheduled on weekends for maximum concentration.
What platform are the classes on?
Live classes are on Zoom. The Circle platform is where everything else lives, you can access your membership through the yerba-buena.de Website Header. Click "Login Circle" to access the community on Circle — replays, Q&As, community spaces, coaching, and announcements you will find all on Circle.
If I can't join live, is there a replay?
Yes, everything — recent and past classes are recorded and are available in the replay library. Organized by topics easy to filter and find what you are looking for!
What happens if I miss a class — am I on my own with the replay?
No. Members have unlimited support regardless of whether they attend live. You can reach out to Sarah directly, send a video, post in the community, or bring your questions to the weekly Q&A.
Are the weekly live classes in person, hybrid, or online?
Fully online — live via Zoom. You can join from anywhere in the world, all you need is a device with a camera and a bit of space to move.
All about Pricing & Commitment
Do I need a credit card to register?
Yes. A credit card is required at sign-up because you're committing to the quarter.
Can I cancel after one month if it's not for me?
The Circle runs in quarterly cycles, so the commitment is for the full quarter. That said, if after experiencing the first month of live classes — the format genuinely isn't right for you, reach out and we'll find a fair solution.
How does the quarterly billing cycle work exactly?
The first quarter runs 30 days free from sign-up and then 3 months. After 30 days €149 is charged, covering a full quarter. After that, it renews automatically in 3-month cycles. You can cancel your subscription before every next quarter starts.
Can I join a later cycle if I don't join now?
Yes, the Circle will reopen for new members in future cycles. But the price we offer now will not come back beyond the founding members.
Will the price be the same if I join later?
No. The founding member rate of €149/quarter is locked in for life — but only for people who join now.
Future cycles will be priced higher.
All about Coaching & Community
How does feedback work in an online setting — can you really see me and correct me?
Yes. Classes are live on Zoom, Sarah can see you and give direct, personal feedback during class — just like in person. Sarah has an eagle eye and 25+ years of teaching experience. You can´t hide ;)
What will happen in the Group Coaching Sessions?
Twice a month, we meet specifically to work on the psychological and emotional side of dancing — procrastination, insecurity, building confidence, and finding your own voice in movement. These are not Q&A sessions about footwork. They are spaces where you work on what's actually in your way. Attendance is included in your membership.
Do I need special equipment or will a laptop camera work?
A regular laptop camera is completely fine. No special equipment needed.
What support do I have between classes?
Unlimited support. You can message Sarah directly, send videos for feedback, post questions in the community. You also have two 1:1 coaching slots with Sarah that open every Thursday — book them directly, no waiting list, included in your membership. So "between classes" is never a gap — it's an opportunity.
Do I need an email to sign up?
Yes, an email is needed to create your account and access the community.
What is the Circle platform — where does everything live?
Circle is the community hub where the replay library, Q&As, community discussions, coaching, and all communication live. It's your home base between live classes.
I travel a lot — can this still work for me?
Yes — online actually makes it more flexible. Join live from wherever you are, or catch the replay if the timing doesn't work. And with unlimited support, you're never out of the loop.