BY BETTY BASTIDAS // On this evening, students are busy learning the latest moves in Salsa Rueda, a Cuban style of salsa popular in the Bay Area, instructed by Nick and India at The Beat Dance Studio in Berkeley. India Gomez has been teaching for over three years and Nick has over 10 years experience.

But just like other leisure-oriented businesses that are suffering in this bad economy, this class runs the risk of going away, as they have seen the number of students drop.

Whether you are an experienced salsa dancer or you want to strengthen your rhythm, both teach group classes regularly including every Tuesday at Isabella’s Dance Studio in Emeryville.

Check out the slideshow to experience their Salsa Rueda class, hear interviews with the instructors and students first-hand.