Cuban Salsa Classes Dublin

Cuban Salsa is danced in a circular pattern (casino style) with playful partner work, while Line Salsa is danced in a straight slot with sharp turns. Cuban Salsa emphasises improvisation and connection, making it a very social and fun style to learn.

Yes, we introduce Rueda de Casino moves in intermediate levels where multiple couples swap partners in a circle to one caller's commands. Rueda is one of the most enjoyable and social ways to dance Cuban Salsa.

Timba, Son Cubano, and classic salsa dura, the authentic rhythms that Cuban Salsa was built on. The music is energetic and percussion-heavy, which drives the playful, circular movement of the dance.

Many beginners find Cuban Salsa more intuitive because the circular pattern feels more natural with less focus on strict slot positioning. The emphasis is on feeling the music and responding to your partner rather than memorising precise footwork patterns.

Yes, we incorporate Afro-Cuban body isolations and shoulder movements, especially in intermediate and advanced levels. These movements give Cuban Salsa its distinctive flavour and musicality.

No partner? No problem — Cuban Salsa is danced in a circle (casino style) and we rotate partners throughout the lesson, so you'll dance with someone new every few minutes. In Rueda de Casino you swap partners constantly, which is part of the fun. Most students come on their own.

Wear comfortable clothing that lets you move — Cuban Salsa is full of circular movement, shoulder isolations and hip work, so breathable, flexible clothes work best. For footwear, smooth-soled shoes or dance shoes help with the turns; avoid sneakers with too much grip.

Payment is simple: Revolut or cash. After you sign up online you'll receive a confirmation email with all the payment details, and if you'd rather pay cash you can do it at the door before your first cuban salsa class.

Cuban Salsa classes are held at Custom House Quay in Dublin's IFSC, Dublin 1 — our city centre studio. There are free and paid parking options nearby, and the Luas, DART and bus stops are all within easy reach.

Cuban Salsa, also called Casino, is the original salsa style from Cuba — danced in a circular pattern with playful partner work, improvisation and a strong connection to the music. It's the social, fun style we teach alongside Rueda de Casino.

Rueda de Casino is Cuban Salsa danced in a circle with several couples, swapping partners to a caller's commands. It's one of the most enjoyable and social ways to dance — we introduce it at intermediate level and it's a highlight of our classes.

No — Rueda is designed for partner rotation, so you'll dance with everyone in the circle throughout the class. Joining solo is completely normal, and it's the fastest way to meet the community.