Juan Carlos Camarena

Juan Carlos Camarena (aka JC) is a salsa competitor and instructor from San Jose, California. JC has over 7 years of salsa dancing experience, and he has performed with many local salsa dance troupes including Pretty Boys & Girls, MamboNova, and Grizzly Dance Company. In addition to his salsa experience, JC also has training in Jazz and ballet folklórico.

JC is an active salsa competitor and competes at competitions around the country with his current partner, Helen Vazquez. The two were the winners of the Amateur On1 division at the 2013 World Latin Dance Cup, and in 2014 made their debut as pro competitors.

JC has taught for many years at local salsa clubs in San Jose such as Mexico Lindo, and currently teaches salsa every Tuesday night at Elite Ballroom with his partner Helen.