Crossbody Salsa London

Learn to Dance Crossbody Salsa

Learn to dance Crossbody Salsa

Interested in learning Crossbody style Salsa dancing? Join us for our fun and structured Salsa classes in London with our super friendly & amazing students!

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Learn the world's most popular style of salsa known for its elegant turn patterns

Whether you’ve danced before or total beginner, our meticulously planned crossbody Salsa London classes will have you become a dancing superstar in no time and have a lot of fun along the way. Our mission is to forever transform the lives of our students by sharing our passion, love and joy for this wonderful dance we call Salsa.

We'll take you from zero
to dancing hero

We make dancing superstars out of those who think they have two left feet, and have a ridiculous amount of fun along the way.

Structured & syllabus-based teaching designed for those who are serious about learning.

Develop your skills and technique via rigorous training designed to make you the best dancer.

All our classes are taught with passion & high energy for maximum fun and enjoyment.

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What Is Crossbody Salsa?

Crossbody salsa is characterized by its linear and slot-based movements, where the partners move back and forth along a designated line on the dance floor, known as the “slot.” The lead dancer guides the follower through a series of intricate turn patterns and footwork variations, while maintaining a strong connection and communication. If you’re looking for Crossbody Salsa classes in London this is the place to start!

Choose Your Salsa Style

Choose Your
Salsa Style

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

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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 •

Shines On Fridays

Solo-work classes designed to improve your bodywork, footwork, styling, and musicality.

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Get Involved

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

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Weekly Timetable

Please note that all our studio classes are monthly commitments and start on the first week of the month. For more info check out our FAQ below.

Mondays

Cali
Level 2

7-8pm
Studio 25

Cali
Level 1

8-9pm
Studio 25

Tuesdays

Crossbody
Level 3

7-8pm
Studio 303

Cali
Level 3

8-9pm
Studio 303

Wednesdays

Crossbody
Level 2

7-8pm
Studio 25

Crossbody
Level 1

8-9pm
Studio 25

Thursdays

Crossbody
Level 4

7-8pm
Coming Soon

Fridays

Shines
Beg/Imp

7-8pm
Studio 25

Shines
Int/Adv

8-9pm
Coming soon.

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

7-8pm

Cali
Level 2
Studio 25

Crossbody
Level 3
Studio 303

Crossbody
Level 2
Studio 25

Crossbody
Level 4
Coming Soon

Shines
Beg/Imp
Studio 25

8-9pm

Cali
Level 1
Studio 25

Cali
Level 3
Studio 303

Crossbody
Level 1
Studio 25

Shines
Int/Adv
Coming Soon

How Our Waitlist works

Spots are released midway through the month and our waitlist is not chronological, meaning that every month you have the same chance as everyone else of grabbing a spot.

Simply click the button above to be taken to our waitlist chatbot on WhatsApp.

Spots are released every month and then it’s the first people to reply that get the spots.

Details will be sent to you and once you’re a member you no longer have to come via our waitlist.

Teaching done right

Our salsa classes are taught with passion, love, and patience, creating a warm and supportive environment where every student can thrive. We focus on proper technique, ensuring that each movement is executed with precision while encouraging self-expression and confidence on the dance floor.

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We make dancing superstars out of those who think they have two left feet, and have a ridiculous amount of fun along the way.

Words From Our Students​

We make dancing superstars out of those who think they have two left feet, and have a ridiculous amount of fun along the way.

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 10 minutes earlier on the first week to facilitate registration.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Our Salsa shines are class involves working on bodywork, footwork and musicality that help improve your dancing by adding flair and styling.

Note that our Shines course is solo-work and not partner-work.

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. 

Our waitlist is solely for our beginner classes and used to manage partner ratios with spots being released midway through the month via WhatsApp.

It operates under a first come first serve basis meaning the first people who get back to me once released are invited to take the spot.