Ricardo Tellez

Ricardo Tellez made waves in 1998 when he started teaching salsa in his signature On5 style. He later founded San Francisco’s award winning RicaSalsa Dance Company and continues to teach workshops around the country and abroad.

Together with partner Tianne Frias, Ricardo is a two time World Salsa Championship Finalist and 3rd place winner in the World Latin Cup On1 division. Ricardo is known for his playful musicality, outlandish choreography, and generous devotion to the dance community.