Salsa Classes Medellin
Salsa Classes Medellin
5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
We are a group of salsa instructors working as independents. We created Salsa Classes Medellin as a community to help new comers to the city of Medellin find competent instructors for a minimal price. We connect students with independent local instructors via Facebook. We handpick the teachers based on the student's preferences and budget. Instructors are preselected by their peers based on the quality of their teaching. Don't have time to take a bunch of classes? Book our 1 day Dance BootCamp including up to 5 hours of dance instruction, visit training with a professional dance troup, and enjoy a guided night out with your instructor to practice what you learned!
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  • elizabethb_02_
    9 contributions
    Excellent Experience in Colombia!
    My experience with Salsa Classes in Bogota and Medellin was excellent. I inquired directly on the general website and coordinated the complete itinerary with Aleyda Alvarez. Since my stay in each city would be short she worked on providing me a package that worked around my schedule for each city. I was scheduled for a 2 hr private lesson in Bogota, Medellin and Cartagena. Our first stop was in Bogota Sarai Avila reached out to me to confirm our meeting location. We were set up in a small dance studio that was a perfect size for a private lesson. Her instructions were detailed and fun. She taught us one hour of salsa and one hour of bachata within that time frame we learned a quick choreographed dance. Not only did we enjoy her class but she also took a video of what we learned. That is a great memory for us to look back on but it is super helpful to reference for practive now at home. Our next stop was Medellin with Emily Sánchez. Emily also reached out to us a couple days prior to arriving in Medellin. There was a mix up about getting a private studio or taking lessons at the location we were staying. Within minutes Emily was able to find a studio for us to practive at. Since we were running late we chose to take the classes in the balcony of our hotel. We appreciate how accomodating and patient Emily was with our situation. Emily had us show her what we had learned in Bogota first so she wouln't bore us with those instructions. Emily was quick and fun and really hands on. She definitly showed us moves I didn't think we were ready for but in the end also had a decent hang of them. So that was great! Our final stop was in Cartagena but my partner got sick and we were not able to attend that class. Eventhough we never has chance to meet with Robinson Arteaga, our whatsapp correspondence was pleasant. Overally it was an amazing experience to have while vacationing in Colombia. For anyone interested in learning how to dance salsa, bachata or etc I highly recommend reaching out to Salsa Classes Colombia!
    Thank you Elizabeth! This make us continue working hard every day 😃 We are glad to know you had a great experience - don't forget to continue practicing 💃
    Written January 10, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2019
    Written January 9, 2020
  • Hudiwood
    Phuket, Thailand5 contributions
    30 days from Salsa Zero to Salsa Hero
    Writing this review at the middle of the 30 days that I’m spending in Medellin learning how to dance salsa and bachata. My instructor Manuel is an amazing guy and an amazing teacher. He breaks down complex moves so that even Robocop(me) can understand what to do. He’s always observing and correcting my position so I start looking like I know what I’m doing :) He even brought his girlfriend to the class so I can practice with her. Learning very fast with this guy and want to thank him by recommending his services to all of you reading this. Remember: Salsa teacher in Medellin = Manuel 👍🕺😊
    Wow! thank you for this incredible comment! 😁 Manuel is highly professional and amazing human being - I bet you're not like Robocop anymore and you're dancing like a pro 🤩 Hope you can continue practicing!
    Written January 28, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2020
    Traveled solo
    Written January 27, 2020
  • Stijn W
    1 contribution
    Lots of fun and great instructors
    We had a salsa night with 20 or so people to learn the basics of the amazing dance. As the first class, we started off with the basics to get the hang of it. We slowly progressed until the instructors gave an incredible show at the end of the night. Very impressive and lots of fun to learn! I would highly recommend it.
    Wow! Glad to know you guys had fun and learned 😁 - Hope to see you dancing at the club with your group 💃
    Written February 11, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2020
    Written February 10, 2020
  • Raphael Knoepfel
    Canton of Graubunden, Switzerland9 contributions
    Private Salsa Classes
    We spent a great time learning salsa with our teacher Paola. Since we already had some basic experience we booked some private classes and were able to learn lots of new moves and improve our dancing. 100% recommended!!
    That's awesome! Paola is always great :) And now you are ready to show all your moves at the club 💃🏻
    Written February 6, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited April 2019
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 5, 2020
  • Nish
    London, United Kingdom5 contributions
    Emily is a great teacher!
    I'm in Medellin for three weeks and wanted lessons in Cuban Salsa and Bachata. Emily has been amazing and beyond my expectations - she was patient and got me to improve much faster than I expected. Most importantly she taught me individual moves rather than set choreography so I'm able to string them together.
    Hi Munish! Glad to know you loved your classes with Emily, she is amazing 😁 - Hope you can continue practicing 💃
    Written February 17, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled solo
    Written February 15, 2020
  • Sebastian
    1 contribution
    Uncomplicated and fun dancing class
    I had 5 hours of private Bachata classes in a studio in Laureles. My teacher Catalina was very easy going and made me feel comfortable from the first moment on - although I started at 0 Bachata skills. Five hours are obviously not a lot to learn a new dance, but I’m very happpy with what we have reached in that short time 🙂
    No worries! Most of our students start with basics but the more you practice the better 💪 so hope you can continue dancing 💃
    Written February 11, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled solo
    Written February 11, 2020
  • Megan Y
    1 contribution
    Catalina is amazing!
    My boyfriend and I are taking private salsa classes with Catalina and she’s fantastic! We’re complete beginners. She explains all the basics really clearly and also incorporates other exercises to help us understand how to build a connection to lead/follow well. It’s also really convenient that we can take the classes at home. We look forward to learning and practicing more!
    Oh! it's great that your are taking lessons as a couple, really appropriate for this San Valentine's Day ❤ Hope you can continue practicing and see you guys dancing at the club 💃
    Written February 12, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 11, 2020
  • FraCha
    1 contribution
    A week of great solo salsa classes
    I booked a week of solo classes, for two hours a day. My instructor Alejandro was fantastic, I really enjoyed each class. We used three different studio spaces around Medellin, all very cool, and I was surprised by how much I learnt so fast. I would definitely suggest doing something similar for any beginners.
    Visited June 2021
    Traveled solo
    Written July 1, 2021
  • Joseph
    2 contributions
    Great lessons with Paola
    I had private classes with Paola for about a month. She’s a wonderful teacher with great energy and makes sure that you understand steps before moving on to the next ones. If you’re looking for a passionate teacher with a deep knowledge of salsa and it’s various styles, work with Paola!
    Glad to know you had a great time! Paola is always willing to help her students 😁
    Written March 16, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited April 2019
    Traveled solo
    Written March 13, 2020
  • Sina L
    1 contribution
    Salsa and Bachata class
    I’m doing a 10 hours packet with my dance instructor Miguel and I really love it. He is a very gentle, attentive and patient teacher! He’s also a lot of fun and easy to feel comfortable with. The classes are very professional and I’m learning a lot in lady styling, technique and musicality. I totally recommend Miguel!!!
    That's awesome! Miguel is always willing to teach with a great attitude 😁 - Hope you continue enjoying your classes 💃
    Written February 12, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled solo
    Written February 11, 2020
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Raphael Knoepfel
Canton of Graubunden, Switzerland9 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
We spent a great time learning salsa with our teacher Paola. Since we already had some basic experience we booked some private classes and were able to learn lots of new moves and improve our dancing. 100% recommended!!
Written February 5, 2020
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That's awesome! Paola is always great :) And now you are ready to show all your moves at the club 💃🏻
Written February 6, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Nish
London, UK5 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
I'm in Medellin for three weeks and wanted lessons in Cuban Salsa and Bachata. Emily has been amazing and beyond my expectations - she was patient and got me to improve much faster than I expected. Most importantly she taught me individual moves rather than set choreography so I'm able to string them together.
Written February 15, 2020
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Hi Munish! Glad to know you loved your classes with Emily, she is amazing 😁 - Hope you can continue practicing 💃
Written February 17, 2020
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Sebastian
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Solo
I had 5 hours of private Bachata classes in a studio in Laureles. My teacher Catalina was very easy going and made me feel comfortable from the first moment on - although I started at 0 Bachata skills. Five hours are obviously not a lot to learn a new dance, but I’m very happpy with what we have reached in that short time 🙂
Written February 11, 2020
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No worries! Most of our students start with basics but the more you practice the better 💪 so hope you can continue dancing 💃
Written February 11, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Megan Y
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Couples
My boyfriend and I are taking private salsa classes with Catalina and she’s fantastic! We’re complete beginners. She explains all the basics really clearly and also incorporates other exercises to help us understand how to build a connection to lead/follow well.

It’s also really convenient that we can take the classes at home. We look forward to learning and practicing more!
Written February 11, 2020
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Oh! it's great that your are taking lessons as a couple, really appropriate for this San Valentine's Day ❤ Hope you can continue practicing and see you guys dancing at the club 💃
Written February 12, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

FraCha
1 contribution
Jun 2021 • Solo
I booked a week of solo classes, for two hours a day. My instructor Alejandro was fantastic, I really enjoyed each class. We used three different studio spaces around Medellin, all very cool, and I was surprised by how much I learnt so fast. I would definitely suggest doing something similar for any beginners.
Written July 1, 2021
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Joseph
2 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
I had private classes with Paola for about a month. She’s a wonderful teacher with great energy and makes sure that you understand steps before moving on to the next ones. If you’re looking for a passionate teacher with a deep knowledge of salsa and it’s various styles, work with Paola!
Written March 13, 2020
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Glad to know you had a great time! Paola is always willing to help her students 😁
Written March 16, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Sina L
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Solo
I’m doing a 10 hours packet with my dance instructor Miguel and I really love it. He is a very gentle, attentive and patient teacher! He’s also a lot of fun and easy to feel comfortable with. The classes are very professional and I’m learning a lot in lady styling, technique and musicality. I totally recommend Miguel!!!
Written February 11, 2020
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That's awesome! Miguel is always willing to teach with a great attitude 😁 - Hope you continue enjoying your classes 💃
Written February 12, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Climber814783
4 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
Actually - one of the best things I did the whole time I was in Colombia! I had taken some salsa & bachata classes before my trip - so I had a good understanding to build on. Organising the classes through Facebook and then Whatsapp was super easy. I did 10 hours of classes - and my instructor Jessica was amazing. As well as being an incredible dancer - she was super friendly and able to explain things really well. Mainly we did the classes in Spanish as I wanted the practice - but her English is great too. I definitely improved over the time, which I expected, but the classes were just really fun. I looked forward every day to my salsa class. Friends both while in Colombia and at home since I have returned noticed the obvious improvement. Thanks Jessica for the awesome classes - i'll have to return to Medellín next year to dance some more!
Written September 13, 2018
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Wow! That's awesome! Thank you for that incredible comment for us and of course for Jessica, she is great! The best part is that now you can feel more comfortable to show your improvement and your friends noticed it ;) Hope you can come soon to continue practicing and enjoying Medellín :)
Written September 13, 2018
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stefanh306
Brussels, Belgium17 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
A friend and I took 14 hours of Kizomba classes with Mauro and it was excellent.

Mauro was very patient and had a lot of attention to detail while tutoring us. We progressed a lot during our classes and we both definitely got some of the Kizomba fever through Mauro's enthusiasm. The classes were also a lot of fun - they just flew by.

The set up was very practical - he came over to our apartment (you don't need a lot of space) at the agreed time, and we would just start practicing.

We had tried another dance studio (Dancefree - a well known one), but my feeling is you're getting a lot more value for your money at Salsa Classes Medellin.

Would recommend getting at least a few hours in to ANY visitor to Medellin!
Written March 29, 2018
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Thanks Stefan, we are so glad you decided to dance with us! See you again soon :)
Written March 31, 2018
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Mariana A
3 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
I had a great experience learning salsa in Cartagena thanks to them! They connected me with a great instructor Jesus Sarco @chumasarcos who gave me a wonderful 2h class, followed by a lot of fun in a salsa club. Jesus is super talented and has a great technic besides being very patient.
Written March 1, 2020
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Thank you Mariana! Cartagena is awesome itself plus taking some lessons with Jesus that's an incredible plan! 👌 And you're right he is highly talented 💪 - hope you can continue dancing in Cartagena or in another city 💃
Written March 3, 2020
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