WELCOME

We offer Yoga Classes Wednesday & Thursday Night & Saturday morning, Zumba Fitness Classes Monday-Saturday Mornings, Latin Dance Nights Every Tuesday & Sunday! We also offer Group Guitar Classes Every Saturday.

Folklorico For Children. (registration is closed) waiting list is Open for May Program. Give us a call for the waiting list.

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What We Have To Offer

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Zumba Class

Zumba Fitness Classes every Monday to Friday at 9:00 AM and Saturdays at 9:30 AM! Experience a and energetic mix of dancing and fitness techniques that will help you tone up, lose weight, and burn calories—all while having a blast in a positive environment. Don't miss out on the opportunity to get fit and make new friends! See you on the dance floor!

Yoga Class

Join us for rejuvenating yoga classes every Thursday and Saturday, designed to help you unwind and reset. Experience the tranquility of our Candlelight Wednesday Nights, where you can immerse yourself in peaceful meditation for a full hour Discover relaxation and harmony in every session, and let your stress melt away. Embrace the journey to inner peace with us!

Latin Dance Nights

Latin Dance Nights! Every Tuesday, dive into the rhythm with our salsa and merengue lessons, suitable for dancers of all skill levels. Don’t forget to join us on Sundays for Cumbia Dance Lessons, where you learn to move to the captivating beats of this lively dance. Let the music carry you away!

Children's Folklorico

Guitar Lessons

Children's Folklorico classes, where culture comes to life through dance! Discover the joy of movement, make new friends, and engage with a lively community Let's have fun while celebrating our rich traditions together!

Registration for the Winter program is now closed. Waiting list for The Summer May Program is open. Contact us for more details.

Be a part of our Group Lessons every Saturday afternoon at 12:00 pm! We provide guitars for you to use but are very limited, we recommend you to bring your own for a better experience. Join us for a great time strumming and making music with fellow guitar enthusiast!

Announcements

Closed for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, Also New Years Eve & New Years Day.

Latin Dance Class Rescheduled: What to Expect Until January 2026

Closed for Thanksgiving & Black Friday.

Pilates for Saturday has been Cancelled. Yoga will be available in its Place.

October Reflections at Raíces Community Wellness Center

Our Team.

Dedicated, Passionate, Ready to give you the best experience.

Ricardo Villanueva

Dance Instructor,

I was born in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, and I’ve lived in Chicago, Ill., since 2001. I am enthusiastic, positive, dynamic, creative, and I aspire to be the best version of myself. I love being on time and always respectful, and love sharing all my dance skills.

I began my career in 1992, in Monterrey, as a member of Ballet Folklórico de Monterrey. It was there where I developed as a person and as a dancer. I then transition as a dance instructor at the State Institute for Youth and Sport (INJUDE - Instutito Estatal para la Juventud y el Deporte.

Throughout my career, I’ve been part of the dance companies of Group Folkloric Huapango, Ballet Folklórico Fiesta Mexicana, and I have participated in seminars and training on multiple dance styles.

Sheila Montiell “ Shei “

Yoga Instructor,

A 500hr certified yoga teacher, brings warmth, compassion, and expertise to her teaching. With over a decade of experience sharing yoga with diverse communities, she creates inclusive and nurturing spaces for students of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Trained in the tradition of Sri Dharma Mittra, Shei's teaching is rooted in the ancient wisdom of Hatha Raja Yoga. She teaches chair yoga, kids' yoga, and senior yoga, adapting her approach to meet the unique needs of each student. With a holistic approach to health and wellness, Shei also explores the benefits of herbalism and natural living, empowering students to cultivate balance and vitality in body, mind, and spirit. Fluent in Spanish and English, Shei welcomes students from all walks of life, offering a supportive environment for growth, healing, and transformation.

Laura

Yoga Instructor,

Laura is a 200-hour certified yoga instructor passionate about helping others find their “Flow to Glow” through the healing power of yoga.
She discovered yoga 12 years ago while recovering from a serious bike-car accident that left her with anxiety. When words failed, movement became her medicine helping her reconnect with herself and begin the healing process. As her practice grew, Laura saw the lack of representation and accessibility in many yoga spaces, especially for BIPOC communities. This inspired her mission to make yoga more inclusive and body-affirming for all.
Laura believes yoga is more than physical poses it’s a path to empowerment, inner healing, and body liberation.