LOOKING FOR SALSA CLASSES IN NYC?
At JoelSalsa in Midtown Manhattan, we run weekly group salsa classes designed for all levels, from absolute beginners learning their first steps to advanced dancers refining their Salsa On2 technique.
Our monthly cycles are designed to help you progress with a consistent group, build confidence, and enjoy the journey. Whether your goal is to social dance, improve your style, or challenge yourself, you'll find the perfect class here.
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Monday, October 5th
Tuesday, October 6th
Wednesday, October 7th
Thursday, October 8th
Saturday, October 10th
How Our Class Cycles Work:
Our salsa classes run in 4-week cycles, starting fresh each month. This structure makes it easy to build skills step by step, improve your timing, and grow together with your classmates. Every cycle covers new material, so you’ll always keep learning and challenging yourself while building confidence on the dance floor.
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Salsa Level 1
The Fundamentals
Learn the core steps, timing, and partner fundamentals that form the base of Salsa dancing. Build rhythm, coordination, and confidence to dance socially.
Prerequisite: No experience required. Students are expected to complete two months before advancing to Level 2.
Attire: Comfortable athletic attire
Salsa Level 2
Triple T (Traveling, Turns & Techniques)
Focus on shines & the traveling turns - most common steps, turns and transitions used on the dance floor. You’ll learn different variations to help you improve your precision, balance, and partner connection with smooth technique.
Prerequisite: Two months of Level 1 at JoelSalsa or dancing in Level 2 at another studio
Attire: Comfortable athletic attire and latin dance shoes (or dance sneakers/hard soles).
Salsa Level 2.5
Flow & Connection
Expand your movement vocabulary with intricate shines, copas, 360s, and double turns. Develop fluidity, musicality, and effortless partner connection. This level bridges the gap between structured learning and true social dance freedom.
Prerequisite: 4 Months of Level 2 with at JoelSalsa OR Advanced Beginner Level at a different studio
Attire: Athletic attire and Latin dance shoes highly recommended.
Salsa Level 3
Social Dance Lab
Take your social dancing to the next level with creative & dynamic shines, turn combos, advanced techniques, and styling. Build confidence and expression on the dance floor while becoming a well-rounded social dancer.
Prerequisite: 4 Months of Level 2.5 at JoelSalsa OR dancing Intermediate Level & higher at a different studio
Attire: Athletic attire and Latin dance shoes required
