# Dublin Salsa Academy > Teaching salsa and bachata in Dublin since 2014, over 10 years. Dublin Salsa Academy runs Sensual Bachata, Line Salsa and Cuban Salsa classes in the city centre. No partner needed to start. This file maps every public page on the site with one line saying what it answers. Read the description first, then open only the pages you need. Prices and dated events change, so always confirm them on the linked page before you quote them. ## Facts you can cite - Founded: 2014 - Location: Harbourmaster, Custom House Quay, IFSC, Dublin 1, D01 W0X8, Ireland - Class days: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings - Levels: 5 progressive levels, beginner to advanced - Partner: No partner needed at any level - Beginner course price: From EUR 45 for a 4-week level; 8-week beginner program from EUR 85 - Drop-in classes: Available, all levels, no course commitment - Rating: 5.0 stars from 393 Google reviews - Email: support@dublinsalsacademy.com - Phone and WhatsApp: +353 83 399 9187 ## Start here - [About](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/about): Who we are, our story and mission. Teaching Latin dance in Ireland for over 10 years. - [Courses](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/courses): All salsa and bachata courses in Dublin city centre, beginner to advanced. - [Beginner dance classes](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/courses/beginner-dance-classes): Adult beginner salsa and bachata classes. No partner or experience needed. 4-week courses from EUR 45. - [Dance styles overview](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/dance-styles): Choose between Cuban Salsa, Line Salsa and Sensual Bachata. Beginner to advanced levels. - [Class timetable](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/class-timetable): Weekly class schedule. Classes run every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evening. - [Prices](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/prices): Course prices, monthly memberships, drop-in rates and payment options. - [Contact](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/contact-us): How to reach us about classes, socials and bookings. ## Dance styles - [Sensual Bachata](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/bachata): Bachata classes and what the style is, how it moves and how the music works. - [Line Salsa](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/line-salsa-style): Line Salsa classes. Shines, spins and choreography, danced without a partner. - [Cuban Salsa](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/cuban-salsa): Cuban Salsa classes. Casino partner work, rueda and musicality. ## Joining and registration - [Join a beginner course](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/courses/beginner-courses-join): Start dates and sign-up for the next beginner course. - [Membership plans for existing dancers](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/join-us): Plans for Level 2 and above. Intermediate and advanced classes in Dublin city centre. - [Drop-in classes](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/drop-in-salsa-classes-dublin): Single classes open to all levels. No partner required and no course commitment. - [Private lessons](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/private-lessons): One-to-one and couples lessons with a professional instructor, booked on request. - [Gift vouchers](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/gift-vouchers): Gift vouchers for salsa and bachata classes, for birthdays and other occasions. - [Buy a gift voucher](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/gift-vouchers/purchase): Online gift voucher purchase with instant delivery. ## Events and socials - [Dance socials](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/dance-socials): Weekly social dancing nights in Dublin. Open to everyone, no class booking needed. - [Events](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/events): Current list of parties, workshops and special events. Check here for dated events. - [Upcoming classes and workshops](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/events/upcoming-dance-classes): Dated class intakes and workshops for all skill levels. - [Beginner bachata course intake](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/events/bachata): Dated beginner Sensual Bachata course intake and its details. - [Beginner Cuban Salsa course intake](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/events/cuban-salsa): Dated beginner Cuban Salsa course intake and its details. - [Beginner Line Salsa course intake](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/events/line-salsa): Dated beginner Line Salsa course intake and its details. ## Other services - [Events and corporate entertainment](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/otherservices): Latin entertainment for corporate events, weddings, parties and choreography. - [Online dance courses](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/online-courses): Video courses in salsa and bachata to learn at your own pace, with free previews. ## Company and policies - [Meet the team](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/meet-the-team): Our salsa and bachata instructors. - [Privacy policy](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/privacy-policy): How we handle personal data. - [Terms of service](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/terms-of-service): Terms for classes, courses and bookings. ## Blog guides How-to and local guides, newest first. 38 posts in total. - [Where to Dance Salsa and Bachata in Dublin: The Full Week, Night by Night](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/where-to-dance-salsa-bachata-dublin-week) (October 31, 2026): Our week in full: three nights, nine class slots, three styles, and a social after every class. Times, levels and door prices, checked 31 October 2026. - [Dance Classes for Couples in Dublin: A Date Night That Actually Works](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/dance-classes-for-couples-dublin) (October 7, 2026): How dance classes for couples work in Dublin, what four weeks cost for the two of you, and where you can learn together at Harbourmaster in the IFSC. - [Salsa Dancing in Dublin Tonight: The Three Nights You Can Actually Dance](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/salsa-dancing-in-dublin-tonight-guide) (September 28, 2026): Where to dance salsa and bachata in Dublin this week: three nights a week, one city centre floor, €5 at the door, and no partner needed. - [What Is Bachata? The Dance, the Music and the Three Styles Explained](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/what-is-bachata-guide) (September 25, 2026): Bachata is a guitar-led dance from the Dominican Republic, counted in fours with a tap on the last beat. - [What Actually Happens in Your First Beginner Dance Class in Dublin](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/what-happens-in-your-first-beginner-dance-class-dublin) (September 16, 2026): From the door at 18:15 to the social at 21:30: an hour by hour account of a beginner dance class in Dublin, what to bring, and what nobody will ask you to do. - [Adult Beginner Dance Classes in Dublin: A Guide for Over 30s](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/adult-beginner-dance-classes-dublin) (September 15, 2026): Adult dance classes in Dublin for complete beginners: who else turns up, what the first night feels like, what it costs, and why starting at 30, 40 or 50 works in your... - [Beginner Dance Classes in Dublin: The October 2026 Intake](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/beginner-dance-classes-dublin-october-2026) (September 15, 2026): New beginner dance classes start in Dublin this October. The joining dates, what four weeks of Level 1 covers, what it costs, and which night suits your week. - [Do Cubans Dance Salsa on 1 or 2? What You'll Learn in Dublin](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/do-cubans-dance-salsa-on-1-or-2) (August 31, 2026): Do Cubans dance salsa on 1 or 2? The honest answer, and the timing you will actually learn in beginner salsa classes in Dublin. - [What Are the Basic Steps of Salsa Cubana?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/what-are-the-basic-steps-of-salsa-cubana) (August 30, 2026): The basic steps of Salsa Cubana are simpler than you think. Here is the 8 count, the guapea, and your first turn, in plain language. - [How Is Cuban Salsa Different from Regular Salsa?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/how-is-cuban-salsa-different-from-regular-salsa) (August 28, 2026): Cuban salsa is circular. Regular salsa is linear. Here is the honest difference, and why it matters on a crowded Dublin dance floor. - [Salsa Dancing in Dublin: The Complete Guide](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/salsa-dancing-in-dublin-complete-guide) (August 21, 2026): Where to learn salsa in Dublin, which style to pick, what it costs, and where to dance socially. The honest complete guide to salsa classes and socials in the city. - [Cuban Salsa in Ireland: How to Start Dancing at Dublin Salsa Academy](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/learn-about-cuban-salsa-at-dsa) (July 13, 2026): You have seen the videos. The fast turns. The energy. Looks complicated. It is not. Not if you start with the right style. - [How to Choose a Salsa School in Dublin: The 5-Point Test](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-salsa-school-in-dublin) (July 9, 2026): There are over a dozen places to learn salsa and bachata in Dublin. Most look the same online. But the experience, progression, and community vary wildly. - [How is Dublin Salsa Academy for Beginners?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/how-is-dublin-salsa-academy-for-beginners) (July 3, 2026): What actually happens when you start at Dublin Salsa Academy? Here is what you can expect on your first night as a beginner. - [Do I Need a Partner to Learn Salsa or Bachata?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/do-i-need-a-partner-to-learn-salsa-or-bachata) (June 23, 2026): You've been scrolling through dance videos again. That pull to finally learn is there. But one thing keeps stopping you: "I don't have anyone to go with." - [How Much Is a Dance Class in Dublin: Pricing, Location and Schedules](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/how-much-is-a-dance-class-in-dublin-pricing-location-and-schedules) (June 5, 2026): Are you searching online about how much a dance class costs in Dublin? You're at the right place! While choosing the right dance class, affordable price rates matter. - [Is salsa hardest to learn](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/is-salsa-hardest-to-learn) (June 5, 2026): Is salsa the hardest dance to learn? Discover why salsa is actually very beginner-friendly, how to avoid common mistakes, and the secrets to dancing socially in Dublin. - [What’s On in Dublin: Beginner Dance Classes Starting in June 2026](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/whats-on-dublin-beginner-dance-classes-june-2026) (June 5, 2026): Start your summer on the dance floor in Dublin. Join Dublin Salsa Academy at the Harbourmaster for our new beginner courses in Cuban Salsa, Sensual Bachata, and Line... - [How Leader-Follower works in Bachata and Salsa?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/how-leader-follower-works-in-bachata-and-salsa) (May 27, 2026): Have you ever watched two people dance and wondered how they move together so perfectly? It looks like they are reading each other’s minds. But it is not magic. - [Salsa vs. Bachata: What Is the Most Sensual Latin Dance in 2026?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/what-is-the-most-sensual-latin-dance-style-in-2026) (May 17, 2026): Are you wondering which Latin dance is the most sensual? Dive into the differences between Salsa and Bachata to find your perfect match. - [Why Do Dancers Count to 8? The Secret to Salsa & Bachata Timing](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/why-do-dancers-count-to-8-salsa-bachata-timing) (March 3, 2026): Ever wondered why dancers count to 8 while musicians count to 4? Discover the secret behind Salsa and Bachata timing and how to find your rhythm. - [What are the Class Levels at Dublin Salsa Academy?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/what-are-the-class-levels-at-dublin-salsa-academy) (March 2, 2026): Curious about which dance class fits you best? We break down our five levels from absolute beginner to advanced masterclass. - [How Quickly Can You Learn Salsa in Dublin?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/time-to-learn-salsa) (February 28, 2026): Wondering how long it takes to feel confident on the dance floor? Here is the honest timeline for learning salsa in Dublin, from your first basic step to social dancing... - [What Is Sexier: Salsa or Bachata? One Is Fire, One Is Embers](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/salsa-vs-bachata-whats-sexier) (February 24, 2026): Bachata reads as the sexier dance. Salsa is the more thrilling one. Here is the difference, what each feels like on the floor, and which to learn first. - [Unforgettable Energy: A Recap of the Kan Flow Bachata Weekend 2026](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/kan-flow-bachata-weekend-2026-recap) (February 5, 2026): The dust has settled at the Harbourmaster, but the echoes of Tonio Kan's music and the energy of hundreds of dancers still linger. - [Friday Night Was Great and Sunday Will Be Even Bigger](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/friday-night-great-sunday-bigger) (January 31, 2026): It is Saturday afternoon here in Dublin. Today is January 31, 2026. We are currently sitting in that quiet space between two days of heavy dancing. - [Dublin Dance Guide: Top Venues and the Best Salsa Nights to Hit This January](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/dublin-dance-guide-january-2026) (January 22, 2026): If you’ve been practicing your two-step in the kitchen and are finally ready to take it public, you need to know where to go. - [Step Up Your Game: Must-Attend Dance Workshops and Masterclasses in Dublin City Centre](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/must-attend-dance-workshops-masterclasses-dublin-city-centre) (January 22, 2026): If you dream of stepping up like Nora in "Step Up," or getting down like Cadillac on "The Get Down," it can be intimidating to figure out where to start. - [What’s On in Dublin: Upcoming Dance Shows and Performances You Can’t Miss (Jan & Feb 2026)](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/whats-on-dublin-dance-shows-performances-jan-feb-2026) (January 22, 2026): The cultural calendar in Dublin is heating up for 2026. This January 30th and February 1st, the Kan Flow Bachata Weekend is blurring the line between a dance class and a... - [Salsa Dancing for Beginners in Dublin: Your Passport to a Vibrant New Social Life](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/salsa-dancing-beginners-dublin-social-life) (January 14, 2026): Transform your evenings with beginner salsa classes in Dublin. Join Dublin Salsa Academy at Harbourmaster for 8-week courses in Salsa and Bachata. No partner needed! - [Where Can I Find Cuban Salsa Dance Classes in Dublin? Your Complete Guide](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/dance-salsa-cuban-salsa-in-dublin) (January 4, 2026): The goal is not to learn a dance step. The goal is to become a dancer. This guide is not just a list of classes. - [Who Are Dublin's Best Dancers? Enter the "Best Leader & Follower" Competition](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/become-dublin-best-dancer) (December 30, 2025): Are you one of those dancers who always gets the crowd's attention? This January, Dublin Salsa Academy is giving you the platform to showcase your talent and get the... - [How Long Does It Take to Learn Salsa? Your Complete Timeline](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/how-long-does-it-take-to-learn-salsa) (December 27, 2025): So, you've finally decided to stop watching those flashy dance videos on Instagram and actually want to get on the floor yourself. That's amazing! - [Why Was Bachata Banned in the Past and How It Survived?](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/bachata-banned-survived) (December 24, 2025): Bachata started as simple music from the countryside of the Dominican Republic, played on guitars by everyday people sharing stories of love and life. - [Is Line Salsa for You? Exploring the Benefits of This Lively Dance](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/is-line-salsa-for-you) (May 22, 2025): Have you ever wondered about salsa dancing and heard the term "line salsa"? You're not alone. - [Latin Dance for Beginners in Dublin: Master Salsa, Bachata & More](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/latin-dance-guide-in-dublin) (May 20, 2025): Latin dance is a language in a dance form that includes the study of rhythm, passion, and culture. - [What Is Cuban Salsa? Learn the Latin Dance Style in Dublin](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/what-is-cuban-salsa) (May 20, 2025): What is Cuban Salsa? It is a type of Latin dance style that originated in Havana, Cuba, in the 1950s. - [Dublin had its own outdoor dance event this summer in Grand Canal](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog/dublin-outdoor-dance) (July 15, 2024): This summer, Dublin Salsa Academy took our beginner classes outdoors to the scenic Grand Canal Dock. ## Other files - [Sitemap](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/sitemap.xml): every indexable URL with last-modified dates. - [Pricing in markdown](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/pricing.md): short price summary in plain markdown. - [Blog index](https://www.dublinsalsacademy.com/blog): all guides in one list.