to SF Salsa Academy — a school dedicated to learning, growing, and celebrating salsa right here in the heart of San Francisco.
New York-style Mambo with clear timing, musicality, and connection.
From Intro through Level 3, each cycle builds on the last.
Technique that translates to the dance floor at SF socials.
New to salsa? Start at Intro!
Already dance salsa On2? Do a quick evaluation to find the level that's best for you!
Foundation course for new dancers to salsa On2 where you learn basic timing, core turns, and how to lead and follow comfortably in a social setting.
Reinforce steps and techniques covered in Intro while adding creative elements and starting to improvise.
Build strong fundamentals by improving frame, connection, and clean execution of essential partnerwork patterns.
Strengthen and layer your fundamentals with more advanced turns, greater musical awareness, and increased creativity in partnerwork.
Master complex variations, nuanced connection, and expressive, playful social dancing with polished technique.
A standalone, open-level, partner-free class focused on shines, spins, body movement, musicality, and solo technique. Take it alongside your level classes to strengthen your overall dancing.
Minimum requirement: Intro to Salsa
Intro to Salsa
Partnerwork
6:30–7:30p
Level 1B
Partnerwork
7:30–8:30p
Level 2
Partnerwork
8:30–9:30p
Student team practice
Performance
6:30–8:00p
Level 1A
Partnerwork
8:00–9:00p
Level 3
Partnerwork
6:30–7:30p
Technique Time
Solo work
7:30–8:30p
5.030 reviews
Ayuko
a month ago
Michael and Trang are amazing teachers and wonderful people. They are incredibly patient, kind, and encouraging, making every class enjoyable. They build your salsa skills from the ground up, ensuring everyone feels comfortable. Their supportive teaching style creates a fun and welcoming environment where you can truly enjoy learning. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants to learn salsa!
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$80
Intro to Salsa and up (4 classes)
Most popular
$140
Level 1, 2, or 3 + Technique Time (8 classes)
$245
16 classes + free admission to iheartmambo and SF Daytime socials
Best value for dancers ready to commit
Two-Month Plus Pass includes free entry to iheartmambo and SF Daytime.
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