Academia de Baile Son Rumbero 1

Academia de Baile Son Rumbero has 22 years of experience teaching Latin dance in Bogotá. They operate from two main locations: the historic centre in La Candelaria (Av. Ciudad de Lima #6-21) and the north in Chapinero (Calle 73 #11-90). Both venues offer group classes, private lessons, and services for tourists.

The academy teaches Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Mambo, Cha cha cha, Rumba and functional training. Group classes run at multiple levels and schedules, with options for twice-weekly interdiario classes or single weekly sessions. Recent courses include Salsa and Merengue for beginners (Monday and Wednesday at 4:00pm from the La Candelaria location), Salsa Caleña for beginners (Tuesday at 6:00pm), and Saturday morning classes combining Merengue, Salsa and Bachata (9:00am–12:00pm). In Chapinero, they offer Salsa for social dancing at all levels on Thursdays from 6:30–8:00pm, and Salsa and Merengue for beginners on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 10:00am.

Private lessons are fully personalised: you choose the rhythm, schedule and location (their studios, your home, or anywhere in the city). The academy also teaches online classes live, with Saturday morning options available so you can learn from home anywhere in the world.

Beyond classes, the academy runs a Thursday night social at an iconic Bogotá salsa bar in Chapinero (Carrera 11A #93-42). They also offer dance tourism experiences—authentic classes and walking tours for visitors—and corporate services including shows and private event choreography.

With a Google rating of 4.9 from 162 reviews, the academy is consistently praised. Reviewers highlight how quickly beginners pick up basics, the patience and clear instruction of teachers (many of whom speak English), and the welcoming atmosphere. Instructors named in reviews include Manuel, Alejandra, Miguel Jose, José and Sendra.

You'll find experienced instructors who focus on technique and offer clear, encouraging teaching. Beginners are welcome and can expect to learn and feel more confident within a single lesson. Classes are in Spanish, but several instructors speak English.

The source names Manuel, Alejandra, Miguel Jose, José and Sendra as instructors, all noted in reviews for patience, clear teaching and (in several cases) English fluency. The academy employs professionals trained in teaching methodology.

The academy specialises in teaching complete beginners and offers structured beginner courses at both locations.