Urban Salsa

About Us

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Our Mission

Our goal is to grow the Salsa and Latin dance scene in Parramatta & Western Sydney. To do this, we strive to provide the highest quality Salsa and Latin dance lessons in our very own studio. Our classes are structured and professional, and we make learning FUN!

We've created a real family feel where everyone is welcome.

Our 5-Week Latin Dance Courses cater to all levels of dancing experience - from absolute beginners right through to advanced - and with multiple Latin dance styles on offer including Salsa On1, Salsa On2, Casino (Cuban Salsa) Bachata and Cha-Cha-Cha, there is something for everyone.

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Teachers with Experience

Raymund is one of Australia’s leading Latin dance instructors, and has been inspiring students for over 20 years. He has performed and taught internationally and around Australia, promoting different Latin dance styles including Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, Bachata and Merengue.

Raymund believes that anyone of any age can learn to dance. His fun, easy to follow style makes dance lessons a relaxed, enjoyable place where students learn quickly. Raymund’s focus on teaching the fundamentals of dance allows you to move quickly from the class to the social dance floor.

Raymund is also widely recognised as an inspiring and adaptable social dancer. His passion is to share all these skills with you.

Check out the reviews on the Urban Salsa classes on Facebook and Google.

Getting Started With Urban Salsa?

Absolute beginner

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Fantastic! So, you've never danced before and you're finally taking the plunge into the world of Latin dance! Our dance classes in Parramatta are relaxed and fun, and we understand that jumping into group classes can be daunting. Our beginners courses are specifically designed for the absolute beginner.

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Next Step

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Great! Having years of experience with Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Zumba, or even Ballroom can help you progress faster but the hardest aspect of partner dancing is the lead or follow. We suggest you start with our Beginners courses to learn the lead and follow techniques specific Urban Salsa.

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Next Step

Experience with Latin dancing

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Experience with Latin dancing

Brilliant! We offer a comprehensive syllabus in our dance classes in Parramatta to fine-tune your existing skills. If you have some experience, it's best to start with Level 2. For seasoned dancers, Level 3 is the optimal choice. We provide Level 4 for Salsa On1/On2, but please consult with the instructor before booking. Click the button below for more details on Urban Salsa levels.

Levels

Beginners

"Do I need a partner?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"Do I need a partner?"

No, you do not need to bring a partner. Sure, having someone to attend class with would be nice, but we have plenty of students that attend class on their own. We generally have a good ratio of lead and follows and we rotate partners throughout the class. It is not mandatory to rotate partners but it is highly recommended as it is vital to learning how to lead and follow. It's also a great way to meet all your fellow students and make new friends.

"What do I wear?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"Do I need a partner?"

It is recommended to dress casually and comfortably. Sneakers are fine in the beginners classes but as you progress, dance shoes are recommended. Wear shoes that are secure on your feet, high heels and sandals are not recommended. It can get warm when you dance so be sure to wear clothes that breathe. You may work up a sweat as well so be sure to spray on some deodorant.

"Which style should I start with?"

This is entirely up to you, and like many, it may depend on your availability. Salsa On1 is the most style and is considered the most difficult, but once you know how to Salsa, everything else is easy. For more info on dance styles and scheduling, hit the button below.

Dance Styles

"What can I expect?"

"Which style should I start with?"

We understand that attending group dance classes can be very daunting, but we pride ourselves on creating a safe and fun environment for all Urban Salsa students. Check our reviews to see what our students have to say about their personal experiences.

On your first night, try to arrive 10 minutes early so you don't miss anything and to get familiar with the Urban Salsa studio. It's always best to start class relaxed and ready to learn. Once the dance lesson starts, be prepared to have fun!

"How much is it?"

"What can I expect?"

"How do I sign up?"

The cost of a 5-week Latin dance Beginners course is only $99pp. Yes, that's right, just $99pp for the entire 5-week course!

Our beginners courses include:

Sunday 6:30pm - Salsa On1
Monday 6:30pm - Casino
Tuesday 7:30pm - Cha Cha Cha
Thursday 6:30pm - Bachata

"How do I sign up?"

"What can I expect?"

"How do I sign up?"

We've made signing up for our dance classes in Parramatta real easy.

All you have to do is:

Go to our pricing page
Select an option for style and level
Check that all the class details are correct
Book and pay online.

We look forward to seeing you in class!

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Select Your Level

Level 2

Level 2 is for dancers that have learnt the basics in our Beginners course and is designed to help students build on the fundamentals of the dance. Level 2 has eight modules and each module contains different material. A single module is covered over the 5-week term. A minimum of four modules must be completed before you consider progressing to Level 3. Our focus is to develop good technique, it's not how many moves you know, it's how well you execute the moves you do know.

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Level 3

Level 2

Level 3 is for dancers that have completed Level 2 or have a solid understanding of the basic fundamentals like the Cross Body Lead (CBL) and the Right Turn (RT). Without these fundamentals, there are no Inline Turns or Spins which is what Level 3 partly focuses on. Some might think that the CBL and the RT are easy and they might be, we just like to be thorough. Always remember, "It's more fun when you're good at it". Level 3 has eight modules so there is plenty to learn.

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Level 4

Level 2

Level 4

This is where the real fun begins! You've put in the many, many months of hard work through all the levels and modules. You now have a real respect for the music and the dance and you understand why the fundamentals are so important. There are eight modules of Shines and Turn Patterns which are challenging in themselves but the real challenge is having the freedom to modify or add to the material, this is the expectation. Our mission is to develop dancers that are able to express themselves.

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The Premier Salsa & Latin Dance School in Parramatta & Western Sydney

About Us

Our Mission

Teachers with Experience

Getting Started With Urban Salsa?

Absolute beginner

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Experience with Latin dancing

Dancer, but not Latin dancing

Experience with Latin dancing

Beginners

"Do I need a partner?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"Do I need a partner?"

"What do I wear?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"Do I need a partner?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"What can I expect?"

"What can I expect?"

"Which style should I start with?"

"How much is it?"

"What can I expect?"

"How do I sign up?"

"How do I sign up?"

"What can I expect?"

"How do I sign up?"

Select Your Level

Level 2

Level 2

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 2

Level 4

Level 2

Level 4

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