
Jose Santoyo's Top Shelf Latin Entertainment was founded in Austin in 2014. What started as a Dance Company has now become a staple in the community becoming one of the most Elite Companies Striving to Provide, and Preserve Latin Culture here in Austin. Creator, Director, and Owner, Jose Santoyo continues to bring the best in Live Music to Austins Hottest Venues, and Teaching/ Coaching/ and Training in the Highest level of Salsa Dancing.

Top Shelf Dancers have performed on stage from Austin, Puerto Rico, New York, to all over Texas. They have appeared in music videos with well known artists and have collaborated with Salsa Bands both local and around the world.

Austins Live Music Scene is Growing each and every year, Opening opportunities to Upcoming Artist and Musical Talents from all over. Focusing on The Latin Community Top Shelf Latin Entertainment offers Live Music and Dancing Weekly.

Join us Tuesday May 12th for Live Music Featuring Latin All-Stars at Mavericks Dance Hall Buda. Dance on one of the largest dance floors around with amazing sound and great vibes brought to you by Top Shelf Latin Entertainment.
Complimentary Beginner/Intermediate Salsa class 8:00 pm.
Latin All-Stars Live on stage 9:00 pm. Don’t miss out on this special event in Buda for latin dancing including Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue and much more.
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Dj Abe Linkon in between sets, 21+ $10 cover
275 Old San Antonio Rd, Buda, TX 78610

💃 YOUR WEEKLY LATIN ADVENTURE - Starts Thursday April 2nd at the Attic Dance Hall!
Great Music, Friends and Fun!
Come join Thursdays Salsa Lesson and Dance in New Braunfels at the Attic Dancehall, 134 Rusch Ln New Braunfels - Starting Thursday April 2nd
Learn to Salsa and stay for some fun Latin Music with World Champion Salsa dancer Jose Santoyo from Austin. His classes is very engaging and fun! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, we are excited to add our new Thursday Salsa night to our community. Every week, you’ll learn the basics and technic along with an intermediate variation. Learn some exciting new moves and connect with a vibrant and fun group of folks like you.
With a fresh new location and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to kick off your new adventure, stay active, and make lasting memories. Don't miss out on the chance to dance, laugh, and grow with us. Bring a smile!
🔥 Come solo, bring friends, or make it a date night! 🎶 Great music, great people, and an amazing vibe all night long.
📍 Attic Dancehall – 134 Rusch Ln, New Braunfels
🗓 Every Thursday starting April 2nd
🕢 7:30–8:30 PM – Beginner Salsa Lesson (with Intermediate Variation)
🕣 8:30–9:30 PM – Salsa Social
💃 ($8 or FREE with lesson!)
🍹 BYOB
Come dance, laugh, and make new friends—we can’t wait to see you on the dance floor! 💃🕺
Amazing event collaborating with Sofrito Y Su Melao and their youth ensamble
HERE'S A SHORT CLIP OF THE FUN CLASSES WE HAVE AT MAVERICKS IN BUDA SALSA SUNDAYS












Jose Santoyo is an award-winning professional dancer, choreographer and instructor who has performed on stage and television for over twenty years. With a specialization in Latin dance, Jose is noted for his versatility in integrating all dance genres – from ballroom to breakdance. He has performed and/or choreographed for performances on TV’s So You Think You Can Dance, in venues such as the Rose Bowl, and with a list of artists that includes Jennifer Lopez, Mark Anthony, Eva Longoria, Patrick Swayze and Jimmy Bosch.
Jose is founder and artistic director of Top Shelf Latin Entertainment, a dance production company based in Austin, Texas that specializes in story-line theatrical performances. Formed in 2014, the Company produces dance performances for entertainment venues, television commercials, and special events such as weddings and bar mitzvahs, sporting events, and private parties. Jose is also a private dance instructor for individuals of all skill levels, Including Oscar De La Hoya, Farrah Abraham, and many other Hollywood Actors with a focus on Latin and ballroom dancing.
Among Jose’s many accolades is the Bronze Halo Award for Excellence in Entertainment from the Southern California Motion Picture Council for Rhythm & Passion, a theatrical musical show he choreographed in collaboration with Gloria Otero of the Otero Dance company who Traveled and performed all over Asia Also, he choreographed and performed in the critically acclaimed “Hector Lavoe” number that won the Mayan World Championship dance title in 2007.
Known for his innovative style and willingness to break barriers, Jose is especially proud of " Patria Y Vida " A Critically Acclaimed Short Film Directed, Choreographed, and Produced by Jose Santoyo that takes the viewer to The Street of Cuba with Live Music and Dancing Shot by Big and Little Productions. His project, “La Boa,” features live musicians performing on stage along with dancers, creating an impactful theatrical performance for the famous Mexican band Sonora Santanera.
Jose’s production titled “Mi Gente,” has been performed around the world to standing ovations, in places such as New York, Puerto Rico, Miami, San Antonio, Houston, and Austin. He danced with a Longoria’s Hot Tamales Live at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.
Jose now resides in Austin Tx and continues to Teach, Coach and Train with his Dance Company Top Shelf Latin Entertainment. He also Hosts Live Music Venues here in Austin and Surrounding Cities. His Vision and Inspiration is now focused on Growing the Latin community and Preserving the Latin Culture by Working with local Artists and Venues to Hold Live Music and Dancing focused on Salsa he Learned from Los Angeles.
" Reaching Communities Through Salsa"
Short Film Project in Buda Texas
A look into the Choreography from Director Jose Santoyo
A Collaboration with "Clova" and Big and Little Productions. Hip Hop with a Latin Flare
Hear the story of Jose Santoyo who got his start in the salsa dancing community in the Los Angeles area. Jose is one of the original seeds of many dancers and dance teams that got their start in Southern California. Today, Jose Santoyo resides in Austin Texas and has created his own community of dancers who love the art of dance. Here is his Story.
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