Why did I start AlsSocialDance?
Because social dancing is meant to be easy, fun and exciting!
Our Story
Crafting Dance Dreams and Memories
Founded in 2019 in a small school classroom, our jive journey began with a simple vision — to help people step off the sidelines and onto the dance floor with confidence.
Today, what began as a small group in one classroom has grown into a vibrant community of dancers. We’re here to show you that you don’t need years of training or a partner to enjoy the magic of jive — just the courage to take the first step.
17
Years of experience
100
Couples taught in Mumbai
∞
Smiles created
The Goal
Our Mission
To transform outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional, and sustainable environments that enhance our clients’ lifestyles while respecting the natural world. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions through our passion for gardening and landscaping.
The vision
The Moment
We’ve all been there: out with friends at a restaurant or gymkhana, watching couples laugh, spin, and dance with strangers while we sit at our tables, pretending to enjoy our meals, quietly wishing we could join in. That longing — to be part of the music, the movement, the magic — is what inspired our classes.
For me, it started with a movie moment. Watching Dirty Dancing as a teenager, I was captivated — the iconic lift in the “Time of Your Life” finale, and that scene where Baby carries the watermelons into a hidden world where couples just danced. I wanted to bring that same spark, that same sense of freedom, to everyone who ever dreamed of dancing but didn’t know where to start.
who am i?
I'm Alvito...
…and my dance story began back in 2007 — though, truth be told, I wasn’t a natural. I remember feeling like I had two left feet, struggling to keep up with the music and my partner. But as the years went by, I discovered that dancing isn’t just about talent — it’s about tactics, processes, and little hacks that make you feel at home on the dance floor.
I live by the 80–20 rule in social dancing: 80% is the steps and mechanics, but the magic lies in the other 20% — the training, flair, creativity, and connection you build with your partner. That’s what transforms dancing from something you do into something you feel.
Post-COVID, Mumbai’s social dance scene has exploded — from Bachata to Kizomba, Salsa to Jive, the city is buzzing with music and movement. I trained under Sandip Soparrkar, but most of what I know came from countless hours of practice and simply watching great dancers in action.
Now, I’m here to help you skip years of trial-and-error and jump straight into feeling confident, connected, and completely at ease on the dance floor.
