Salsa Cubana course for beginners in Berlin
Your introduction to the world of salsa - with fun and Caribbean flair
You would like to Learn Salsaeven without prior knowledge? Then our Salsa Cubana course for beginners in Berlin just the right thing for you!
In the Zapatissimo dance school you learn the Basic stepsdevelop your Tact and experience how much fun salsa can be from the very first lesson.
Whether you come alone or as a couple - you are very welcome here!
That's why our course is just right for beginners
- A real introduction for newcomers: Learn the basics of salsa without any pressure or stress.
- Caribbean feeling from hour 1: Experience music, movement and joie de vivre up close in Berlin.
- Musicality & rhythm: Develop a feeling for rhythm, dynamics & your natural flow.
- Individual support: Our teachers pay attention to your pace & give targeted feedback.
This course offers you everything you need to get started with confidence, motivation and enjoyment.
What can you expect in the Salsa Cubana beginners' course?
In this course you will learn the basics of Salsa Cubana in a structured way - with technique, musical feeling and partner work.
- Basic steps & dance posture: Learn the basic steps and work on your posture and execution.
- Rhythm & beat: Develop a stable sense of rhythm with Caribbean music.
- First figures & combinations: Combine movements such as Dile Que No, Enchufla and Guapea.
- Partner work & understanding of roles: Learn how to lead clearly or respond subtly to signals.
- Salsa Cubana Feeling: Enjoy the relaxed, musical energy of this traditional style.
Each unit has a practical structure, with repetition, music and space for personal feedback.
Who is this course for?
- Absolute beginners: You've never danced before? Let's start from the beginning.
- Participants with previous knowledge: You consolidate the basics and gain more confidence.
- Individuals & couples: Come alone or as a duo - regular partner changes included.
- Salsa enthusiasts of all ages: Whether you are 20 or 60 - Salsa Cubana fits into every life.
This is how your salsa introduction works
- Warm-up & posture: We start with simple mobilization exercises and correct posture.
- Basic steps & rhythm: You learn basics like Guapea and Dile Que No - always in time.
- Figures & combinations: We combine the first turns into fluid partner sequences.
- Leadership & response: You practise clear signals and sensitive reactions in couple dancing.
- Free dancing & repetition: What has been learned is danced to music and deepened through direct feedback.
More dance courses at Zapatissimo
Do you want to experience even more salsa or learn another dance style at the same time? We have courses for every level and every taste:
- Salsa Cubana intermediate level: Expand your repertoire of figures and improve your technique to the next level.
- Salsa Cali Style for beginners: Dynamic footwork and show elements for an energetic start.
- Salsa L.A. Style Beginner: Learn elegant L.A. style with clear lines and musicality.
- Bachata course for beginners: Discover Bachata from the ground up - sensual, musical and easily accessible.
- All Salsa Cubana courses: Find all levels - from beginner to advanced - at a glance.
Questions & answers for salsa beginners
No - you can also take part in Zapatissimo on your own. We regularly change dance partners so that you gain confidence in couple dancing and get to know different leadership styles
You don't need one - our Salsa Cubana course for beginners is perfect for absolute beginners and anyone who wants to discover salsa for the first time. We start from scratch and guide you step by step.
Comfortable clothing and shoes with easy-twist soles are ideal. You don't need any special dance shoes - the main thing is that you can move freely and feel comfortable.
Each course unit lasts 55 minutes and costs €12. For new participants we offer a Trial lesson for only 5,50 € - perfect for getting to know each other. After that, you can continue flexibly: either with individual tickets or our practical 10 cardwhich offers you more freedom and an attractive price advantage - without any contractual obligations.
You can start directly with the Bachata course for beginners or improve your salsa skills in the intermediate course. We will be happy to advise you on your next step.
For all those who Bachata or want to experience other dances more intensively, we recommend our boot camps. In four hours you get concentrated training with lots of practice and inspiration:
- Bachata Bootcamp for intermediate level: Deepen your technique, figures and expression in a focused intensive session.
- Bachata bootcamp for beginners: Perfect for beginners with structured training and modern elements.
- Salsa Cubana Bootcamp: Rhythm, energy and combinations - ideal for beginners with curiosity.
- Tango Argentino Bootcamp for beginners: Discover technique, connection and expression in tango - compact and intensive.
All boot camps last 4 hours and costs 50 € per person - ideal for anyone who wants to dance intensively and have fun.
Course details:
- Duration: 55 minutes
- Dates: depending on the day of the week
- Time: see Timetable
- Price: 5 - 12 € per person
- Location: Zapatissimo dance school
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Where does the course take place?
Here you will find us in the heart of Berlin-Schöneberg: Kolonnenstraße 29, 10829 Berlin - only a few minutes away from the S-Bahn.