Home›Dance classes›Salsa & Bachata classes›Salsa Classes for Beginners Salsa Classes for Beginners BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Gift Course Winner of Best Salsa School in the UK at the Lukas Awards If you want to learn to salsa dance. our adult Salsa Classes for Beginners gives you the chance to master the basics of this fun, sociable, and energetic partner-dance style. No matter how nervous you feel on your first night, by the end of the course you'll be Salsa dancing with style. You will learn essential Salsa steps, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment, building your moves into more complex combinations. You'll experience rotating partners, work on confidence and performance technique, whilst being challenged (just enough) to push yourself further. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE Dance socially with style and ease. Learn Salsa in a fun, welcoming and beginner-friendly environment Build confidence dancing with a partner Develop rhythm, timing, coordination and movement confidence Feel more comfortable moving to Salsa music in a group setting Gain confidence with the core steps and social dance foundations Enjoy a sociable class where you can meet new people while learning Improve your ability to lead or follow with clarity and ease Leave feeling more confident and ready to enjoy Salsa beyond the classroom 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. Salsa Foundations Learn the essential steps, rhythm and movement principles that form the foundation of Salsa dancing. Timing and Musicality Develop confidence moving in time with Salsa music, improving rhythm, coordination and musical awareness. Partner Connection Explore how to dance comfortably with a partner, building trust, communication and shared movement. Basic Footwork Practise beginner-friendly footwork patterns that help you feel more grounded, confident and in control. Turns and Combinations Learn simple turns and step combinations that bring variety, flow and energy to your dancing. Lead and Follow Technique Understand the basics of leading and following, helping you move with greater clarity, confidence and ease. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 31 Jul 2026 - 04 Sep 2026 Fri 19:30-20:45 6 weeks Daniel Seven City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 18 Aug 2026 - 06 Oct 2026 Tue 18:20-19:20 8 weeks Dani K City Academy, Farringdon £102.00 15% OFF Book Now 21 Aug 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 Fri 18:10-19:25 6 weeks Daniel Seven City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 24 Aug 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 Mon 18:15-19:30 8 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Andrea Janosova City Academy, Farringdon £148.00 Book Now 30 Aug 2026 Sun 10:00-16:30 1 day Dani K City Academy, Farringdon £67.20 20% OFF Book Now 31 Jul 31 Jul 2026 - 04 Sep 2026 £110.00 Day:Fri Time:19:30-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Daniel Seven Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 18 Aug 18 Aug 2026 - 06 Oct 2026 £102.00 Day:Tue Time:18:20-19:20 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Dani K Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:15% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 21 Aug 21 Aug 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 £110.00 Day:Fri Time:18:10-19:25 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Daniel Seven Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 24 Aug 24 Aug 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 £148.00 Day:Mon Time:18:15-19:30 Duration:8 weeks (no class 31 Aug) Tutor: Andrea Janosova Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 30 Aug 30 Aug 2026 £67.20 Day:Sun Time:10:00-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Dani K Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:20% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close 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. 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