Home›Dance classes›Salsa & Bachata classes›Salsa Classes – Improvers 1 Salsa Classes - Improvers 1 BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Gift This Course Our Salsa Classes - Improvers 1 helps to increase dance confidence while learning new moves. On this course, you’ll learn a range of techniques while having the chance to inject your own personality and natural creativity into your movement combinations. Salsa - Improvers is split into two levels; you need to complete Salsa - Improvers 1 before you can shimmy your way to Salsa - Improvers 2. This ensures everyone progresses properly – and gives you the opportunity to build total confidence in your moves. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE Take your Salsa further as you build smoother partnerwork, sharper timing and greater confidence moving across the dance floor. Build on the foundations developed in Salsa Beginners Feel more confident dancing with different partners Improve rhythm, timing, coordination and movement flow Develop greater confidence with turns, footwork and partner connection Strengthen your ability to lead or follow with clarity and comfort Enjoy a sociable class that helps you feel more relaxed on the dance floor Build confidence responding to Salsa music with more energy and control Leave feeling more prepared for social Salsa dancing and continued progression Salsa Progression Build on your beginner Salsa foundations with more varied steps, combinations and partnerwork. Timing and Musicality Strengthen your rhythm and timing, helping you move with greater confidence to Salsa music. Turns and Footwork Develop clearer footwork and more confident turns to add variety, flow and energy to your dancing. Partnerwork Combinations Learn improver-level partnerwork combinations that help you move more smoothly with others. Lead and Follow Technique Refine your lead or follow skills, improving communication, connection and confidence with different partners. Social Dance Flow Put your steps together in connected sequences designed to help you feel more comfortable in social dance settings. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 18 Aug 2026 - 06 Oct 2026 Tue 19:25-20:40 8 weeks Dani K & Jo McCaffrey City Academy, Farringdon £158.00 Book Now 23 Aug 2026 Sun 10:00-16:30 1 day Dani K City Academy, Farringdon £84.00 Book Now 24 Aug 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 Mon 19:40-20:55 8 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Andrea Janosova City Academy, Farringdon £158.00 Book Now 12 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026 Sat 11:40-13:10 6 weeks Andrea Janosova City Academy, Farringdon £145.00 Book Now 13 Sep 2026 Sun 10:00-16:30 1 day Dani K City Academy, Farringdon £84.00 Book Now 18 Aug 18 Aug 2026 - 06 Oct 2026 £158.00 Day:Tue Time:19:25-20:40 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Dani K & Jo McCaffrey Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 23 Aug 23 Aug 2026 £84.00 Day:Sun Time:10:00-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Dani K Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 24 Aug 24 Aug 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 £158.00 Day:Mon Time:19:40-20:55 Duration:8 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Tutor: Andrea Janosova Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Sep 12 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026 £145.00 Day:Sat Time:11:40-13:10 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Andrea Janosova Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 13 Sep 13 Sep 2026 £84.00 Day:Sun Time:10:00-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Dani K Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close What is the difference between a leader and a follower? What Is a Leader The leader is the dancer who gently shows where the movement will go. They give clear signals—using their hands, body, and timing—to invite the other dancer to move in a certain way. They start the dance. They decide when to step, turn, or change direction. They use body movement (not words) to guide the partner. A good leader doesn’t force or drag—they move clearly and with care, like saying, “Let’s go this way together.” What Is a Follower The follower is the dancer who listens to those signals and responds with their own movement. They don’t guess—they feel the leader’s guidance and move with them, in the same rhythm and direction. They pay close attention to touch and timing. They follow smoothly, adding their own energy and style. They move with control, not just being led—they dance back. A good follower is not passive—they are active, expressive, and always ready. Can the Roles Change? Yes! Anyone can be a leader or a follower. Some people learn both. It doesn’t depend on gender—just on who wants to guide and who wants to respond in the moment. In social dancing, partners sometimes even switch roles during the same song. Understanding Our Salsa & Bachata Curriculum Salsa and bachata are beautifully rich dances, full of technique, musicality, and finesse and like any true art form, they take time to develop and refine. Each course within our curriculum is designed to be repeated, often more than once. You’ll work closely alongside your peers and your tutor, who will guide you in mastering every element of the material. When you’re ready, you’ll receive a sign-off to progress to the next level, ensuring a solid and confident foundation at every stage. To support your learning, our bi-monthly afternoon Salsa Social is a friendly, welcoming, and safe space where you can practise what you’ve learned in class, build confidence on the dance floor, and most importantly, have fun. ✨ Monthly Dance Membership Salsa & Bachata Membership Our Salsa Subscription gives you unlimited access to all our Salsa and Bachata classes and socials for just £110 a month. Dance whenever you likeand enjoy incredible value with complete flexibility. Find out more Subscription Price £110.00 / Monthly Secure checkout · Instant confirmation · Flexible access Want to learn more? Keep building your confidence on the dance floor. Continue with our Salsa Improvers 2 classes, Bachata courses and Latin dance workshops to refine your technique, develop your musicality and enjoy dancing with even greater confidence. 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