Do I need a partner to start classes?

No. In fact most people go to classes without one. Edinburgh classes rotate partners throughout the lesson, so solo dancers are the norm. Beginner courses are specifically designed for people turning up on their own.

Which dance style should I start with?

For us at bailemo, all Latin dances are fantastic and so it really depends what you are looking for. Salsa is fast and fiery with a fiesta feel whilst bachata is slower with an arguably gentler learning curve. Salsa and bachata make up a large proportion of the scene here in Edinburgh so could be great first options. Kizomba and Cuban salsa are great if you are looking for connection. Our learn page breaks down each style in more detail.

What do beginner, improver and intermediate mean?

Levels vary slightly between schools, but in general beginners learn the basic step and a handful of moves, improvers consolidate timing and lead/follow, and intermediates work on musicality and more advanced patterns. See our levels guide for a full breakdown.

Can I join a class part-way through a block?

Often, yes. Classes marked 'drop-in' welcome new starters every week. Structured courses with a fixed syllabus usually ask you to start at week one. Each class card tells you which type it is and there is so much going on that there is something for everyone.

How much do classes cost in Edinburgh?

Drop-in beginner classes typically run £8 – £12, with multi-week courses often working out cheaper per session and costing between £25 - £35 per style typically. Exact pricing is shown on every class card.

How do I list my class on bailemo?

Organisers and teachers can submit a class using our submission form. Add the day, time, venue, address, style, level, description, pricing and social links and we'll review it before it goes live. Listing is free and helps new dancers across Edinburgh find the right class for them.

Beginner Salsa, Bachata & Latin Classes Edinburgh

Today

12 Nov

5 classes start

Alma Latina Dance Project2 classes

Throwback Thursdays - Roots and evolution of Bachata workshop

Drop in

6pm–7pmThe Wee Hub, Ocean Terminal, EH6 6JJ£7 (£5 stu)OTD

openBachata

Open Level Salsa Styling For Leaders & Followers

Drop in

7pm–8pmThe Wee Hub, level 1, Ocean Terminal EH6 6JJ£7 (£5 stu)OTD

openSalsa

Dance Base2 classes

Afro Cuban Class with Live Music

Drop in

7pm–8pm14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JUBlock: £14.50Drop in: £14.50OTD

openCuban SalsaAfro Cuban

Cuban Salsa Class

Drop in

8pm–9pm14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JUBlock: £130Drop in: £12OTD

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Edinburgh Zouk

Beginner Zouk Classes

Drop in

7.30pm–8.30pm10 Orwell Terrace, Edinburgh EH11 2DZBlock: £36Drop in: £12OTD

beginnerZouk

Sunday

15 Nov

2 classes start

Alma Latina Dance Project2 classes

Bachata for the Social Dance Floor

Drop in

7pm–8pmEl Barrio Latino, 47 Hanover Street, Edinburgh£7 (£5 stu)OTD

openBachata

Salsa Fundamentals

Drop in

8.45pm–9.30pmEl Barrio Latino, 47 Hanover Street, Edinburgh£7 (£5 stu)OTD

beginnerSalsa

Monday

16 Nov

4 classes start

Amaya (@move.with.amaya)

Salsa Feeling - Solo Sessions

Drop in

6pm–7pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicholson Street, EH8 9DDBlock: £22–£25Drop in: £8 (£6 stu)OTD

openSalsa

Bachata Blues Edinburgh

Bachata Beginners

Drop in

6pm–7pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDBlock: £35Drop in: £8OTD

beginnerBachata

Dança Kizomba Edinburgh

Ginga 4 Week Course

Drop in

7pm–8pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDBlock: £35Drop in: £10OTD

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University of Edinburgh Salsa Society

Contratiempo: salsa On2 & Chachachá

7.15pm–9.15pmQuaker Studio, Pleasance, EH8 9TJ£0–£8OTD

beginnerSalsa

Thursday

19 Nov

5 classes start

Alma Latina Dance Project2 classes

Throwback Thursdays - Salsa meets Hip-Hop part 2

Drop in

6pm–7pmThe Wee Hub, Ocean Terminal, EH6 6JJ£7 (£5 stu)OTD

openSalsa