BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool
Cuban salsa, bachata and rueda in Hamburg's Schanzenviertel—no partner needed
A Latin dance studio specializing in Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin social dances.
Photo: Jonathan Jimenez Ardila via Google
Before your first class
Absolute beginners start at Level 1 (Básico) with no prior experience needed; trial classes are offered.
Comfortable clothing you can move freely in, and clean shoes with a smooth sole for turning.
€79 per person per five-week Staffel (€69 per person on couple registration, €69 for over-65s, €49 for students with valid ID).
About this studio
BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool teaches four dance styles in the heart of Hamburg's Schanzenviertel: Salsa Cubana (9 levels), Bachata Fusión (4 levels), Rueda de Casino (6 levels), and Ladystyling. Classes run in five-week cycles (Staffeln) at the Volkshochschule on Schanzenstraße, with new terms starting regularly. Each course meets once per week.
Salsa Cubana is the studio's core; the school describes its own approach as teaching you to dance the way it feels in Havana. The teaching spans absolute beginners (Level 1, Básico) all the way through to Level 9 for advanced dancers. Rueda de Casino and Bachata Fusión also cater to multiple levels, while Ladystyling focuses on expression and presence (Ausdruck & Präsenz).
You do not need a dance partner to attend. Classes rotate partners throughout, so solo dancers join without awkwardness. Small groups mean high energy and individual attention. Probestunden (trial classes) are available — contact the studio to arrange one.
Jonathan, a Venezuelan-born founder and teacher, brought his passion for Cuban rhythms to Hamburg. The school states that in 2004 he placed 4th at the Deutsche Salsa-Meisterschaft. Nora, a co-teacher, is described by the school as the heart and backbone (Herz und Rückgrat) of BellasArtes, handling organization and bringing attention to every detail.
No prior experience is required to join any class. The studio runs workshops on individual weekends for intensive practice in a single style. Courses cost €79 per person per five-week Staffel, €69 per person on couple registration, €69 per person for over-65s, and €49 for students with valid ID. Repeat students of Salsa 1–6, Rueda 1–2 and Bachata Fusión 1 pay a loyalty price of €49 (students) or €59 (working adults), which is not combinable with couple registration.
What to expect
Your first visit
You'll work in a small group on a real wooden dance floor. If you've booked a trial class, you can drop in unannounced to a session that suits you. You can come alone—partners are rotated among the group. Wear comfortable clothing and clean shoes with a smooth sole for turning.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Jonathan, a Venezuelan founder and teacher, competed at the Deutsche Salsa-Meisterschaft (placing 4th in 2004) and leads instruction in Cuban rhythms. Nora is a co-teacher and the studio's organisational backbone, known for attention to detail.
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What beginners can expect
Absolute beginners start at Level 1 (Básico) with no prior experience needed; trial classes are offered.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
What to bring
Comfortable clothing you can move freely in, and clean shoes with a smooth sole for turning.
Styles offered
6 dance styles taught here
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Class schedule
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Frequently asked about BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool teach?
BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool teaches Latin, Salsa, Bachata, Casino & Rueda de Casino, Bachata Fusión, Ladystyling.
Where is BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool located?
BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool is located in Hamburg. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool offer private lessons?
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Does BellasArtes Latin DanceSchool teach kids and adults?
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