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.

Salsa, Bachata & Latin Classes Edinburgh

Today

7 Nov

2 classes start

Salsa Club Edinburgh2 classes

Salsa Intermediate 5hr Course

Drop in

4pm–5pmSouthside Community Centre, 117 Nicolson Street, EH8 9ERBlock: £35Drop in: £10OTD

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Salsa Advanced 5hr Course

Drop in

5pm–6pmSouthside Community Centre, 117 Nicolson Street, EH8 9ERBlock: £35Drop in: £10OTD

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Tomorrow

8 Nov

3 classes start

Oded

Challenging Salsa

Drop in

4pm–5.30pmThe Space, 183 Dalry Road, EH11 2EB£0OTD

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Alma Latina Dance Project2 classes

Salsa for the Social Dance Floor

Drop in

8pm–8.45pmEl Barrio Latino, 47 Hanover Street, Edinburgh£7 (£5 stu)OTD

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Salsa Fundamentals

Drop in

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

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Monday

9 Nov

3 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

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Salsa Club Edinburgh2 classes

Salsa Beginner 5hr Course

7pm–8pmSt Martins Community Resource Centre, 232 Dalry Rd, EH11 2JG£30Book

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Salsa Improver 5hr Course

8pm–9pmSt Martins Community Resource Centre, 232 Dalry Rd, EH11 2JGSold out

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Tuesday

10 Nov

1 class starts

Bachata Blues Edinburgh

Salsa On2 (Progression)

Drop in

9.30pm–10.30pmLower Church, Summerhall, EH9 1PLBlock: £40Drop in: £10OTD

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Thursday

12 Nov

2 classes start

Alma Latina Dance Project

Open Level Salsa Styling For Leaders & Followers

Drop in

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

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Dance Base

Cuban Salsa Class

Drop in

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

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