Television (Actor & Dancer)

Dancer and Actor in the acclaimed musical program “Boleros – Unforgettable Love Songs” airing nationally on PBS stations and hosted by Ricardo Montalban and featuring Celia Cruz, Luis Miguel, Enrique Chia, Israel “Cachao” Lopez, Jose Feliciano and many other Latin stars and international dance champions.

Univision Channel 23 (television show): “Sabado Gigante” won 1st place in dance contest & won a car that was ruffle between the contestants of every segment of the show

Miller Lite dance contest (televised on Univision channel 23 and in show caliente): “El Tongoneo” Main dancer and instructor in Miami for a Rs 1,337,599.58 Grand Prize for a dance competition nation wide

On Tuesday August 17th, 2004. Act and Play Main Character in a commercial made for Galavision Cable Channel, for program “Vida TV” Character: George Constansa

On Friday August 3, 2007 Tony Duarte and The Salsabor Tropical Dancers appeared and perform live on the show “Cada Dia” on TelemundoCompetitions:

Salsarengue: Competition, won 1st place in Miami & came third in the U.S. nationals

Noches de Baile: Competition, won 1st Place in Miami, came in 2nd in the state of Fl

Sabado Gigante: (television show on Univision), won 1st place in dance contest & won a brand new car that was ruffle between the contestants of every segment of the showPerformances & Choreography:

Miami Heat’s Basketball half time show: one of the dancers in a casino rueda show and performance

Uno TV (television show) on Media One cable Co.: Choreographer & Dancer for the Show

A las 8 con Fernando (America TV channel 41): appeared performing a Mambo/Salsa song

On Saturday October 5th, 2002; Salsabor Tropical taught and performed Salsa/Mambo for children and adults at “A Place to Grow” Preschool. Sponsor by The Broward County Cultural Arts Council

On October 18, 2002 Salsabor Tropical and Boricua.com in association with the Daily Bread Food Bank, ran a Food Drive at the Meridien Night Club. Suggested Donation were two cans of food for the Daily Bread Food Bank. Boricua.com was there to meet and greet everyone who attended. Plenty of photos were taken and posted on Boricua.com. Thank you for supporting our First Ever Food Drive.

Dance Team performance at the 2nd Miami Salsa Congress. (Sept. 20, 2003)

Choreographed and Performed on Stage with the Puerto Rican Power in Concert at the Broward for the Performing Arts on July 24th, 2004

On July 25th, 2004. Dance Team (Salsabor Tropical Little Divas) perform on stage at River Front Fort Lauderdale FL, Las Olas Blvd, celebrating Puerto Rican day

Dance Team (Salsabor Tropical Little Divas performed on Saturday August 14th at the 3rd Miami Salsa Congress. (August 12-15, 2004)

Dance Team (Salsabor Tropical Little Divas) performed on Friday August 20th, 2005 at The 4th International Miami Salsa Congress 2005.

On Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2005. Salsabor Tropical Dance Company presented a mambo demonstration and instruction inviting the audience to mambo, and to celebrate the unveiling of the U.S. Post Office “Mambo Stamp” by local artist, Sergio Baradat. The event was held from 6:30-9:30 pm at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens, 2000 Convention Center Drive in Miami Beach.

On October 6 thru 9, 2005 Tony Duarte and Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform on stage with Papo Cocote,Rafy Santana, Mario Ortiz Jr., and Roberto Anglero at the 5th Puerto Rican Fiestas Patronales in Broward County

On Wednesday, October 19, 2005 Salsabor Tropical Dance Company presented a mambo demonstration and taught a workshop at The Fourth Annual Sabor Latino-Latin Flavor At Weston presented by Rick Case Acura, Hyundai, Honda Cars & Cycles, CELEBRATING THE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH WITH MUSIC, DANCING, FOOD AND PRIZES Sponsored by and held at BONAVENTURE RESORT & SPA

On Sunday January 22, 2006. Dance Team (Salsabor Tropical Student Dance Team) perform on stage at River Front Fort Lauderdale FL, Las Olas Blvd, celebrating Fiesta Fort Lauderdale

On Sunday February 26, 2006. Dance Team (Salsabor Tropical Little Divas) perform on stage at River Front Fort Lauderdale FL, Las Olas Blvd, celebrating Fiesta Fort Lauderdale. Sponsored by Bank of America.

On Friday July 7, 2006 Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform at the First Orlando Salsa Congress.

On Friday August 5, 2006 Dance Team (Salsabor Tropical) performed at The 5th International Miami Salsa Congress 2006.

On Wednesday, October 20, 2006 Salsabor Tropical Dance Company presented a mambo demonstration and taught a workshop at The 5th Annual Sabor Latino-Latin Flavor At Weston presented by Bank of America, CELEBRATING THE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH WITH MUSIC, DANCING, FOOD AND PRIZES Sponsored by and held at BCC in Weston, Fl.

On Saturday November 18th, 2006. Adult Performance Dance Team and Kids (Salsabor Tropical Little Divas) perform on stage at The 3rd year BTS Anniversary party at the Hyatt in Downtown Miami.

On November 19, 2006 Tony Duarte and Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform on stage with Cano Estremera ,Andy Montanez, & Mario Ortiz Jr., at the 6th Puerto Rican Fiestas Patronales in Broward County

On Friday June 29, 2007 Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform at The 2007 Orlando Salsa Congress.

On Friday August 3, 2007 Tony Duarte and The Salsabor Tropical Dancers appeared and perform live on the show “Cada Dia” on Telemundo

On November 17 & 18, 2007 Tony Duarte and Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform on stage with La Sonora Poncena, Luis “Perico” Ortiz, & La Orquesta de Tommy Olivencia, at the 7th Puerto Rican Fiestas Patronales in Broward County

On Sunday March 29, 2008 Tony Duarte and Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform on stage with Lefty Perez at the Maroone Hispanicfest 2008

On Sunday October 19, 2008. (Adult Dance Team & Salsabor Tropical Little Divas) perform on stage at Viva Broward Hispanic Heritage Festival and Expo at The Pompano City Center, Fl.

On Sunday November 18, 2008 Tony Duarte and Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform on stage with Tito Allen, Andy Montanez, & Luis “Perico” Ortiz Orquestra, at the 8th Puerto Rican Fiestas Patronales in Broward County

On Sunday June 28, 2009 Tony Duarte and Salsabor Tropical Dance Company perform on stage with Adalberto Santiago, Ismael Miranda, and Luis “Perico” Ortiz jr. 15 piece Orquestra, at The Coral Springs Center Of The Arts, proceeds to benefit ASPIRA of florida inc.

On June 28, 2009 Salsabor Tropical Little Divas Perform on stage at The Fiestas Puerto Rico 2009, a Free Out door Festival held at The Coral Springs Center Of The Arts.

On Saturday July 16th, 2011 Salsabor Tropical Dance School presented a mambo demonstration and taught a workshop at The Tropical Night at City Place in West Palm Beach presented by City Place and Tropical Music Festival.

On Saturday October 15th, 2011 Salsabor Tropical Dance School presented a salsa mambo demonstration and taught a dance class. In addition, Salsabor Tropical performed on stage with live band Sabor Latino and Carlos Oliva & Los Sobrinos del Juez at the Viva Broward Hispanic Heritage Festival and Expo at The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Fl presented by Bobby Rodriguez

On Saturday September 1st, 2018 Tony taught a Salsa dance workshop at the BMXcel – Black Men Xcel Summit 2018 presented by The Black Enterprise, held at the PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens

On Saturday March 25, 2023 Tony taught a Salsa dance class at the Festival Latino Downtown Ocala, Fl – Sponsored by Cano Health, Bravo SuperMarket, Tax World, Phillips, WellCare, Showcase properties, Azul Tequila Restaurant, and The City of Ocala, held at the Citizens Circle in downtown Ocala, Fl 

On Friday November 10, 2023 Tony taught a Salsa dance class at the Ocala's Hispanic Fest in Ocala, Fl – Sponsored by Bermero Insurance, Partners Legacy, Duaimary Villarroel, Alianza Hispana de Ocala, Fee Slasher, Nothin but the Booth, Leya's Decor and more ..., held at the Ocala downtown Market in Ocala, Fl 

On Saturday March 23, 2024 Tony taught Salsa & Bachata dance classes at the Festival Latino Downtown Ocala, Fl – Sponsored by Salud VIP, Tax World, Phillips, WellCare, Azul Tequila Restaurant, and The City of Ocala, held at the Citizens Circle in downtown Ocala, Fl

On Saturday March 1ro, 2025 Tony taught Salsa & Bachata dance classes at the Festival Latino Downtown Ocala, Fl – Sponsored by Salud VIP, Tax World, Phillips, Coca cola, and The City of Ocala, held at the Citizens Circle in downtown Ocala, Fl

On Saturday March 7, 2026 Tony taught Salsa & Bachata dance classes at the Festival Latino Downtown Ocala, Fl – Sponsored by Salud VIP, Tax World, Phillips, Coca cola, and The City of Ocala, held at the Citizens Circle in downtown Ocala, Fl

Productions.Instruction

On Saturday February 2, 2013; Tony Duarte and Salsabor Tropical Dance School taught a workshop at Fiesta de Pueblo in Palm Beach County at The South Florida Fair. Sponsor by the Puerto Rican Fiestas Patronales of Palm Beach County

Adjunct Professor at Barry University School of Arts (Spring 2002) taught Dance composition & Choreography and Latin dance I and II

Adjunct Professor at Barry University School of Arts (Fall 2002) taught Latin Dance I and II

Adjunct Professor at Barry University School of Arts (Spring 2003) Latin Dance I and II

Adjunct Professor at Barry University School of Arts (Fall 2003) Latin Dance I and II

Instructor at Broward Community College student life dept. (Fall 2003)

Adjunct Professor at Barry University School of Arts (Spring 2004) Latin Dance I and II

Instructor at the 3rd Miami Salsa Congress. (August 12-15, 2004)

Adjunct Professor at Barry University School of Arts (Fall 2004) Latin Dance I and II

Instructor at The 4th International Miami Salsa Congress 2005. (Friday August 20th, 2005)

Instructor at The 7th International Hustle and Salsa Competition 2006. (April, 2006)

Instructor at The 1st Orlando Salsa Congress 2006. (Saturday July 8th, 2006)

Instructor at The 5th International Miami Salsa Congress 2006. (Saturday August 7th, 2006)

Instructor at The 3rd Annual Miami Mambo Project 2007. (Saturday June 16th, 2007)

Instructor at The 2007 Orlando Salsa Congress. (Friday June 29, 2007)

Instructor at The 7th International Miami Salsa Congress 2008. (Friday August 1st, 2008)Judge:

Official Judge for (WSF) at the 2002 UNITED STATES AND WORLD SALSA CHAMPIONSHIPS Nov. 1-3 2002

Official Judge for (WSF) and Instructor at the 2003 UNITED STATES AND WORLD SALSA & MAMBO CHAMPIONSHIPS (Oct. 31- Nov. 2, 2003)

Official Judge for (WSF) and Instructor at the 2005 UNITED STATES AND WORLD SALSA & MAMBO CHAMPIONSHIPS (Oct. 28th- 30th, 2005)

Official Judge for (WSF) at the 2006 UNITED STATES AND WORLD SALSA CHAMPIONSHIPS Nov. 2-5 2006

Official Judge at the IHSC – The International Hustle and Salsa Competition 2007 for the qualifying of the 3rd ANNUAL WORLD SALSA CHAMPIONSHIPS in Dec. 12-16 2007Awards and Recognitions:

Tony received an Award on August 19th, 2005 at the 4th International Miami Salsa Congress for the contribution to the culture of Salsa.

On Saturday July 8th, Tony received an Award at The Orlando Salsa Congress, from Students (Barbara and Lenny). The Award was presented to Tony for recognition as being “The Best teacher and master of components”.

On June 26, 2011 Tony received an Award from The Puerto Rican Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Broward County for his continue support and contribution to preserve and teach the Hispanic culture in south Florida through teaching people of all ages how to dance all of our Latin dances.

Tony was featured in the September 2011 issue of Miami Talent Magazine“Tony Duarte” Step N Dance Salsabor Tropical Clients:

Nova Southeastern University

Instructor at Master The Possibilities (2023 - 2024 - and currently teaching) Latin Dance Salsa and Bachata 

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Team Building workshop

Miami Dade Community College

Barry University

Broward Community College

Weston Chamber of Commerce

Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce

Fiesta Puerto Rico

We do events

The Language Academy, Inc

Puerto Rican Fiestas Patronales

Fiesta Fort Lauderdale

Viva Broward

Memorial Hospital Miramar

Memorial Hospital Pembroke Pines

T-Mobile

Galavision

Miller Lite

WPBT Channel 2

Costa Nursery Farm

NBPS – The North Broward Preparatory Schools

Mintos Communities, LLC – Artesia Community

Telemundo – Morning Show “Cada Dia”

Viva Broward Hispanic Heritage Festival and Exposition.

Hispanic Heritage Month at The World Equestrian Center (2023)

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Festival Latino Downtown Ocala (May 21 - 2022) (March 25 - 2023) (March 23 - 2024) 

 In addition, Tony has done other appearances as performer and instructor on festivals, corporate events and private functions

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From Childhood Tragedy to the Global Stage: The Story Behind the Passion

Tony Duarte doesn’t just teach dance mechanics—he teaches from a deep, firsthand understanding of how dancing can completely heal and transform a life.

Born in Nicaragua, Tony’s childhood was shattered at just 11 years old by the devastating loss of his father. Paralyzed by grief and overwhelming shyness, he became a quiet loner. In an effort to help him heal, his mother encouraged him to try activities to connect with other children. While baseball felt discouraging due to harsh coaching, Tony found his true escape standing on the sidelines of his sister’s dance classes, quietly following along with the rhythm.

One day, the dance instructor saw his potential and invited him to join. Within just six months, that shy young boy found absolute freedom, stepping onto the stage as part of the National Folklore group of Nicaragua. Dancing didn’t just give him rhythm; it gave him an unshakable sense of security, self-confidence, and mental well-being.

Learn from an Award-Winning Master Instructor with Over 25 Years of Certified Expertise

After moving to Miami at age 15, Tony dedicated his life to mastering movement and self-help development. When you learn from Tony Duarte, you are training with one of the most respected names in the dance industry. He underwent rigorous training with Arthur Murray ballroom coaches to become a Certified Member and Bachelor Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor. Over the last 25+ years, Tony has brought his unique passion for dance and self-help development to thousands of students across Ocala, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and West Palm Beach. His world-class pedigree includes:

• Expert Certifications: Mastery instruction across all social styles, including Salsa On1, Salsa On2, Salsa Casino Rueday, Mambo, Bachata, Merengue, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Samba, Bolero, Waltz, Swing, Hustle/Disco, Foxtrot, and American Tango.
• As Seen on TV: Featured on national PBS music programs alongside Latin legends like Celia Cruz, live performer on Telemundo's Cada Día, and a 1st-place grand champion on Univision’s Sábado Gigante.
• Academic & Industry Authority: Former Adjunct Professor of Latin Dance and Choreography at Barry University, and was an official judge for the United States and World Salsa Federation Championships.
• Community Leader: Honored at the 4th International Miami Salsa Congress for his lifetime contribution to changing lives through Latin dance culture.

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