Intensive salsa workshop
Learn Cali Salsa
in One Sunday
A 3-hour beginner and improver intensive covering footwork, partnering, and social dancing, held every last Sunday of the month at Cody Studios, Acton.
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3 hours, structured to build confidence
Every stage builds on the last, from your very first step to your first real salsa moment.
Footwork & timing
Find your rhythm in authentic Cali style
Patterns & lead/follow
Your first partnering moves
Moves & styling
Add flair and confidence on the floor
Social dancing
Put it all together, your first real salsa moment
Made for beginners and improvers
Never danced before? Perfect. Done some salsa elsewhere? Cali is different enough that you'll be starting fresh too, so there's no awkward level gap in the room. We rotate partners throughout, so no partner is needed.
When
Last Sunday of every month
Duration
3 hours
Where
Cody Studios, Acton
You've learned the moves.
Now dance them.
Every workshop closes with social dancing, and an introduction to Changó, our bi-weekly salsa social night. It's the natural next step once you've got your first moves.
Doing Things Differently
We're not here just to teach steps, but to build confidence, spark joy and create a vibrant community where everyone feels seen and supported.
We pour our hearts into every class, pushing our students to grow, and celebrating every breakthrough along the way.
Our focus on technique, repetition, and high-energy teaching is matched by our deep belief in fun, connection, and a freedom to dance as your most authentic self.
Miguel & Abi
Founders, Cali Beat Dance
Our Wall Of Love
We could talk all day about how great our classes are… but it's cooler when our students do it for us. Here's the love - loud and proud.
Cali Beat is awesome! The vibrant atmosphere and friendly community make it a fantastic place to learn and enjoy salsa. Highly recommend!
Elvis P.
GoogleA fantastic spot for an incredible learning experience! I recently completed Level 1 and wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone interested in learning Salsa.
Siddharth C.
GoogleAmazing salsa classes led by great teachers. In only 4 weeks in level 1, my partner and I are now able to dance and twirl, really fast learning curve! Looking forward to carry on dancing in level 2 and learning new steps.
Josefina V.
GoogleThe salsa lessons are taught amazingly well and the atmosphere is super fun and friendly. It’s the best place in London to learn different styles of salsa!
Kenza C.
GoogleFrom the moment I set foot in Miguel and Abi’s Salsa classroom I felt welcomed right away, with a big smile. They are professionals, they make it fun and dynamic and they are great!! I love my salsa classes and I recommend it 100%.
Esther O.
GoogleMiguel and Abi you are THE stars 💫 Love the vibe, music, dance and learning from you amazing polite and friendly dance instructors 👍
Harry S.
GoogleWe are more confident and have so much fun practising and perfecting what we’ve learnt throughout the week. The instructors are clear, engaging and so welcoming.
Midia E.
GoogleBest salsa classes in London! Miguel is a great teacher, the class sizes and room space are perfect too. Different levels for varying abilities are offered too — with a clear path to progress.
Louie D.
GoogleI loved Cali Beat dance classes! Everyone made me feel so welcome ❤️ I will return again in the future 😊
Laura M.
GoogleI’m usually nervous to do anything of this sort but glad I did, Abi and Miguel immediately make you feel very comfortable and are incredible salsa teachers. Thoroughly enjoyed every lesson!
Roza S.
GoogleClasses with Abi and Miguel are truly amazing! You can tell they are very passionate about what they do and their energy is infectious. Best one I have discovered in London so far.
Catalina C.
GoogleI’ve done several classes at Cali Beat Dance and gotta say I’ve improved my Salsa dancing massively, also met some great people that I consider friends. Thank you Miguel and Abi!
Andres S.
GoogleCali Beat is awesome! The vibrant atmosphere and friendly community make it a fantastic place to learn and enjoy salsa. Highly recommend!
Elvis P.
GoogleA fantastic spot for an incredible learning experience! I recently completed Level 1 and wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone interested in learning Salsa.
Siddharth C.
GoogleAmazing salsa classes led by great teachers. In only 4 weeks in level 1, my partner and I are now able to dance and twirl, really fast learning curve! Looking forward to carry on dancing in level 2 and learning new steps.
Josefina V.
GoogleThe salsa lessons are taught amazingly well and the atmosphere is super fun and friendly. It’s the best place in London to learn different styles of salsa!
Kenza C.
GoogleFrom the moment I set foot in Miguel and Abi’s Salsa classroom I felt welcomed right away, with a big smile. They are professionals, they make it fun and dynamic and they are great!! I love my salsa classes and I recommend it 100%.
Esther O.
GoogleMiguel and Abi you are THE stars 💫 Love the vibe, music, dance and learning from you amazing polite and friendly dance instructors 👍
Harry S.
GoogleWe are more confident and have so much fun practising and perfecting what we’ve learnt throughout the week. The instructors are clear, engaging and so welcoming.
Midia E.
GoogleBest salsa classes in London! Miguel is a great teacher, the class sizes and room space are perfect too. Different levels for varying abilities are offered too — with a clear path to progress.
Louie D.
GoogleI loved Cali Beat dance classes! Everyone made me feel so welcome ❤️ I will return again in the future 😊
Laura M.
GoogleI’m usually nervous to do anything of this sort but glad I did, Abi and Miguel immediately make you feel very comfortable and are incredible salsa teachers. Thoroughly enjoyed every lesson!
Roza S.
GoogleClasses with Abi and Miguel are truly amazing! You can tell they are very passionate about what they do and their energy is infectious. Best one I have discovered in London so far.
Catalina C.
GoogleI’ve done several classes at Cali Beat Dance and gotta say I’ve improved my Salsa dancing massively, also met some great people that I consider friends. Thank you Miguel and Abi!
Andres S.
GoogleBehind the scenes
A glimpse behind the scenes: the vibes, the energy, and all the little moments that make our classes magic.
Questions
Find Your Workshop
The workshop is held at Cody Studios in Acton, easy to reach from across West London by tube or bus.
Location
Cody Studios, Cody Road, Acton, London W3 7RD
Nearest Tube
Acton Town (District & Piccadilly), ~10 min walk
Nearest Buses
207, 427, E3 (Acton High Street)