Salsa & Bachata Intro Classes

Join us at Waterloo’s most encouraging and inclusive studio for a fun and welcoming introduction to Latin social dancing! In this class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of both Salsa and Bachata, two energetic and expressive partner dances with roots in the Caribbean.

We’ll guide you through the basic steps, holds, and turns of Salsa, helping you build the confidence to dance in a social, improvised setting. You’ll also explore Bachata, a smooth and accessible dance style from the Dominican Republic that often features a slower, more grounded energy. It’s a studio favourite and a great starting point for beginners!

I Have No Experience! Where Should I Start?

Start with the “Intro To” courses for complete beginners! After “Intros”, you can move on to “Beginner”, which most people will take 2-3 times before progressing to intermediate level classes. If you’re completely new to dancing, you may find bachata a little easier to start with, but both salsa and bachata are wonderful, beginner friendly dances.

Do I Need a Partner for Salsa?

Not at all! We will "rotate" through many different partners in class. While you are always welcome to bring and dance with a dedicated partner, we believe it's actually beneficial to dance with as many people as you can!