A large variety of Salsa and other Latin
dance lessons are offered in the Boston area by individual
instructors, professional dance studios, collegiate
ballroom clubs, and nightclubs. For first time
beginners, I suggest checking out one of the clubs that
offers introductory lessons. You can read more
about this in the Beginner's
Guide to Salsa in Boston.
A: Most lessons at nightclubs and social
dances are "drop in", meaning you can just
show up. Ongoing lessons at dance studios, usually
run about 4-6 weeks, once or twice a week, are more
rigorous, and build on material learned in each previous
class. They are also highly recommended, particularly
after you have taken a few drop-in beginner classes.
It is best to register for the entire course, though
the instructors sometimes will permit walk-in's. Check
with them before class.
A: In almost all cases, no partner is
required. By some magic (and this is universally
true), Salsa classes somehow manage to balance out pretty
well. If you do come with a partner, be prepared
to switch around though, since dancing with different
people is an important part of learning the dance, not
to mention the fun of it!
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| Salsa Lessons at Club Caribe |
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"The Complete Salsa Experience by SalsaBoston!"
Beginner and intermediate lessons followed by the nightclub. No partner needed.
Every Thursday:
8pm-9pm:
Beginner Level: "Caribe Club Dances" (Level 1)
Intermediate and Advanced Levels: Salsa Secrets (Levels 2-4)
9pm-10pm:
Beginner Level: Introduction to Salsa (Level 1)
Intermediate and Advanced Levels: Salsa Footwork & Partnering (Levels 2-4)
10-1am+: dancing!
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| Salsa Lessons at Havana Club |
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Casino Rueda lesson at 8:30
Salsa Lesson w/ Salsa y Control at 9:30
Beginner and intermediate |
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| Salsa Lessons at Mojitos |
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| Thur-Sat nights, see website for current details |
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Individual Instructors |
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| Salsa for Gringos by SalsaBoston |
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NOT CURRENTLY OFFERED, sorry. Please check out our full program of lessons at Club Caribe every Thursday.
Taught periodically around town by yours truly, Olaf of SalsaBoston.
A fun class for true beginners and non-dancers. A"level zero" introduction to Latin Dance designed to teach you some really fundamental stuff. Great for groups of 20-50. Call 617-513-9841 or email olaf@salsaboston.com to book a lesson for your group. |
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| Latin Dance Classes with Metamovements |
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| Salsa lessons with Johnny and Kelly |
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| For up to date class schedule and details, visit Johnny and Kelly's Home Page
Kelly: kelly@salsaboston.com, (617) 522-7443
Johnny: (617) 967-5021
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| Masacote Dance School, Cambridge, MA |
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Masacote Dance School offers Group Salsa Classes (On 2, Cuban Style) and Private Lessons throughout the week in Cambridge and Boston, MA.
Classes are taught at Cambridge Athletic Club
215 First St
Cambridge, MA 02142
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| Dance Lessons with "Hacha Y Machete" |
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Based in Lawrence, MA
See website for latest schedule |
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| Salsa Lessons with SALSAlort |
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Based in Worcester
See website for latest schedule |
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| dance instruction by Michele Cloutier |
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Whether you are preparing for your wedding, need entertainment for a party, want to enter a competition or just learn a few basic dance steps, it is my pleasure to help you become the dancer you wish to be.
1485 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 617.285.1225
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| Dance Lessons with Edwin Pabon |
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With Maria Colon, Dolly Rivera, or Maria Ortiz assisting
Ongoing lessons at Spontaneous Celebrations
45 Danforth St., Jamaica Plain (near Stonybrook Orange Line T Stop)
Offering Salsa, Merengue, Cha Cha, Mambo
For up to date schedule and more information call (617) 524-0457 |
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| Private Lessons Guillermo Rivera-Pagan |
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| Guillermo has been teaching Latin Dance for over 30 years. Guillermo teaches private and group classes in Salsa, Merengue, Cha-Cha and Mambo in his students’ homes, throughout the Greater Boston area. He and his dance partner Tracey Giorgio also offer group classes at her home studio in Natick. For more information about Guillermo’s classes, please call him at 617-522-2524 or e-mail him at griverapagan@salsacontigo.com. |
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| Private Lessons with Sue Katz |
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· Merengue
· Salsa
· Cha-Cha
· Bossa-Nova
· Swing
· Rhumba
Sue Katz instructed & performed for 10 years in Britain and is now teaching around the Cambridge area.
dancer@suekatz.com
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Ballroom Pro Studios |
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| Salsa Lessons with Liz Nania |
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OUT to Dance
West Roxbury and Roslindale
Liz Nania, Director
Groups salsa and Latin classes start frequently; private lessons also available. Super-friendly classes, affordable rates.
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| Dance lessons by Nancy Murphy/Rugcutters Dance Studio |
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Watertown Elks Club
Latest Schedule and details on their website |
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| Salsa and Ballroom lessons with dance champion Chris Johnson |
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Studio locations in Charlestown and Watertown.
Check website for latest schedule
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| Extreme Dancesport |
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Extensive ballroom, salsa/latin, and social dance programs, located in the heart of Cambridge.
288 Norfolk St. 3rd flr Cambridge, near Inman Sq. |
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| Dancing Connections, Inc. |
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Latin Classes (merenque, salsa, cha cha, rhumba)
Manchester by the Sea, Beverly, Marblehead
Call Tricia Sampson-Reyes at 978-352-9794 or e-mail triciaandroberto@dancingconnections.com
Drop in's welcome, beginner and intermediate level offered.
Private individual and group lessons, demonstrations,and DJ services also available.
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| Best Foot Forward classes |
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LATIN DANCE CLASSES
at Paulette's Ballet Studio, 190 Oak St., Newton Upper Falls
Contact: 617-916-5757 or bestfootforward@attbi.com
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| Hamby Ballroom Dance Studios |
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| Our Dance Studios teach Salsa as well as all forms of Latin dance including Mambo, Rumba, Cha Cha, Bolero, Samba, etc.
Latin and Salsa classes are offered on Monday evenings in Waltham (Temple Beth Israel, 25 Harvard St). Group classes and private lessons taught by Suzanne Hamby, former U.S. Champion and voted "Best Female Dance Teacher in the U.S." |
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| Cambridge Center for Adult Education |
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| Usually offers salsa dance classes |
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| Boston Center For Adult Education |
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Ernie Garcia instructing, at 5 Commonwealth Ave, Boston
"Salsa is the hot, hot, hottest of the Latin American dances! Characterized by explosive movements, its beat is lively and sensuous and makes you want to get up and dance. Come enjoy this easy-to-learn, fun dance step and, who knows, you may get hooked."
They also offer Latin Ballroom, and Latin Dance & Movement
[My first instructor! :) -Olaf] |
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| Springstep |
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Usually offers salsa dance classes
Medford, MA |
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Ballroom Clubs |
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| MIT Casino Rueda Group |
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| Periodic workshops in Casino Rueda, dance parties, and performances
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| MIT Ballroom Dance Club and Ballroom Dance Team |
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(periodic)
Please see their website for seasonal schedule.
No partners or experience needed and dress is causual.
Line of Dance (hotline): 617-258-6554
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North Shore |
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| Greg Coles Dance and Drum |
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| Greg offers a full program of Latin/African drumming and dance lessons on the North Shore. See website for current details. |
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| Salsa Lessons at Marblehead School of Ballet |
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| (periodic)
Call or check website for schedule
Marblehead School of Ballet
115 Pleasant St, Marblehead
(next to the Warwick Theater)
781-631-6262
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South Shore/Cape |
Western Mass |
New Hampshire |
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| Salsa New Hampshire with Masacote, Manchester, NH |
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Masacote Dance School offers Group Salsa Classes and Private Lessons in New Hampshire.
Classes are taught at Queen City Ballroom
21 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 |
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| Paper Moon Dance Center, Merrimac, NH |
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Dance studio offering ballroom, Latin, & swing dancing.
515 Daniel Webster Highway
Merrimack, NH 03054
603-429-1100
info@papermoondance.com
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| Royal Palace Dance Studio, Manchester, NH |
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| Royal Palace Dance Studio offers private Salsa Dance Lessons 6 days per week. Salsa Group Dance Lessons are also available
657 Elm St, 2nd Floor
Manchester, NH 03101
603.621.9119
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Rhode Island |
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| Private Lessons with Sarah Sloane (RI) |
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| Teaching salsa in Rhode Island since 1995 |
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Connecticut |
Maine |
Additional listings about swing, ballroom, and links
to a variety of other dancing can be found at www.havetodance.com
Club
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