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Salsa Classes London

Have Fun & Make Friends Learning How to Salsa

Have Fun & Make Friends Learning How To Salsa

Start your dancing journey and have tons of fun learning how to dance Salsa with our super friendly & amazing students!

Start Your
Dancing Journey

Develop your dance skills with our structured & progressive studio classes.

Drop in to our weekly social and classes every Thursday in Putney, SW15.

Find out where we started, how we do things & where we’re going.

Drop in to our weekly social and classes every Thursday in Putney, SW15.

Enrol into our progressive studio-based classes and develop with the same group.

View our weekly
class timetable.

Learn more about the Salsa styles we teach.

Find out how we started and where we’re going.

Got a question, find the answer here.

Choose Your Style

We teach two styles of Salsa: Cali know for its electrifying footwork and Crossbody known for its elegant turn patterns.

Hammersmith Salsa - Cali Beat Dance

Cali Salsa

• Intense workout •
• From Cali Colombia •
• More footwork, less turns •
• Similar to Swing dancing •

Crossbody Salsa

• Danced linearly •
• Easier to start with •
• More turns, less footwork •
• Popular style in London •

Hammersmith Salsa - Cali Beat Dance

Cali Salsa

• Intense workout •
• From Cali Colombia •
• More footwork, less turns •
• Similar to Swing dancing •

Crossbody Salsa

• Danced linearly •
• Easier to start with •
• More turns, less footwork •
• Popular style in London •

Our DNA

Chiswick Salsa Classes - Cali Beat Dance

Register your interest in joining our studio classes and as soon as a spot comes up we’ll get in touch!

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Chiswick Salsa Classes - Cali Beat Dance

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Cali Beat Dance
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Chiswick Salsa - Cali Beat Dance
Chiswick Salsa Classes - Cali Beat Dance

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Drop us a message and we’ll get you involved as soon as we can!

Timetable

Mondays

Cali
7-8pm

Level 2
Studio 25

Cali
8-9pm

Level 1
Studio 25

Tuesdays

Xbody
7-8pm

Level 3
Studio 303

Cali
8-9pm

Level 3
Studio 303

Wednesdays

Xbody
7-8pm

Level 2
Studio 25

Xbody
8-9pm

Level 1
Studio 25

Thursdays

Xbody Salsa
7-8.00pm

Changó
Le Fez – Putney

Cali Salsa
8-9.00pm

Changó
Le Fez – Putney

Social Dancing
9-10.45pm

Changó
Le Fez – Putney

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

7-8.00pm

Cali
Level 2
Studio 25

Crossbody
Level 3
Studio 303

Crossbody
Level 2
Studio 25

Xbody Salsa
Le Fez – Putney

8-9.00pm

Cali
Level 1
Studio 25

Cali
Level 3
Studio 303

Crossbody
Level 1
Studio 25

Cali Salsa
Le Fez – Putney

9-10.45pm

Social Dancing
Le Fez – Putney

Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question that isn’t answered here? Send us a message on WhatsApp or email us at info@calibeatdance.com

Originating in Cuba in the late 19th century, Salsa is a fusion of various musical and dance elements, including Afro-Cuban rhythms, Spanish melodies, and influences from other Latin American and Caribbean cultures. Salsa evolved over time taking influences from Afro-Cuban rhythms, Mambo & Jazz. Salsa as it’s known today began to take shape in New York where it became the vibrant and dynamic style of today.

Crossbody Salsa is easier to start with and might be best for those that have never danced before. Cali Salsa is harder to start with, but becomes easier with time. Both are fantastic and a lot of fun, and both have a different type of challenge. 

Courses start on the first week of the month. We ask everyone to come 30 minutes earlier on the first week to facilitate registration. Find start dates here.

If you have never danced with us before then you must message us through WhatsApp or email first.

Our Changó Thursdays are always open to drop-ins though and require no prior booking.

Our courses are £40 per month, or £50 on 5-week months.

And our Changó social is £10 for 1 class + social, or £13 for both classes.

Yes, our Changó Thursday social is always open to drop-ins. More info on Changó here.

Yes, all our courses are monthly commitments with classes taught each week with the same group.

However our Thursday social Changó has no monthly commitment.

If you know in advance you are on holiday or can’t make a specific week, let us know and we can try to accommodate. 

Otherwise, we don’t offer any change in price if you can’t make a class.

If a month has 5 weeks, then the price would be £50 instead of £40. Similarly, for January and December 2-week courses, prices would be £20 instead of £40.

All students will be evaluated on registration to assess for the right level.

We don’t offer any trials or drop-in sessions for our courses. However our Changó Thursday nights are always open to drop-ins.

Yes, we have plenty of students who do both.

LA Crossbody style salsa, also known as ‘LA Style,’ is a dynamic and popular form of salsa dancing that originated in Los Angeles, California. It is characterised by its linear movements, where partners dance in a slot rather than in a circular motion. This style emphasises strong leads and clear communication between partners, allowing for intricate turn patterns and impressive footwork. LA Style salsa is known for its energetic and flashy flair, making it a favourite in social dance scenes around the world.

Colombian Cali Style Salsa, hailing from the vibrant city of Cali, is a spirited and infectious form of salsa dancing that embodies the exuberance of Colombian culture. It’s characterised by its swift footwork, intricate partner work, and vibrant, fast-paced music. Dancers often showcase a dynamic connection, with rapid spins and intricate patterns that demand precision and skill. This style places a strong emphasis on intricate footwork, creating a visually stunning and highly energetic performance.

We absolutely love our students, so much so that you’ll be welcomed with that Cali Beat love as soon as you arrive! Our Salsa classes in London aim to find the perfect balance between an easy-going let’s all have fun attitude, to a serious let’s all become the best dancers in the world class ethic. Expect high energy, patient teachers, and a lot of fun.

No, all couples rotate so you’ll have a chance to dance with everyone.

For level 1, wear what you feel comfortable in and try to avoid very grippy shoes. For level 2 and above, we recommend both leaders and followers start moving to dance shoes.