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.
Monday, July 6th
Tuesday, July 7th
Wednesday, July 8th
Thursday, July 9th
Saturday, July 11th
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.
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 the traveling turns - most common 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.
Attire: Comfortable athletic attire and latin dance shoes (or dance sneakers/hard soles).
Salsa Level 2.5
Flow & Connection
Expand your movement vocabulary with copas, 360s, shines, and double turns. Develop fluidity, musicality, and effortless partner connection. This level bridges the gap between structured learning and true social dance freedom.
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 combos, advanced techniques, and personal styling. Build confidence and expression on the dance floor while becoming a well-rounded social dancer.
Attire: Comfortable athletic attire and Latin dance shoes
Specialty Course
Level 2.5 & Higher
To be announced Specialty Class
7:30–9:00 PM
(For Level 2.5 dancers & Higher).
Details coming soon!
Stay tuned for the date, venue, and special topic.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to level up your salsa skills with Joel Salsa!