Havana Club
Salsa and bachata lessons and parties, six nights a week in Central Square
Havana Club is a dual-purpose venue in Central Square, Cambridge, between Harvard and MIT.
Photo: Havana Club via Google
Before your first class
Beginners are very welcome, no partner required, and no pre-registration needed.
Large parking garage right next door: $2.25/hr, maximum $9/night.
About this studio
Havana Club is a dual-purpose venue in Central Square, Cambridge, between Harvard and MIT. It runs both structured lessons and open social dance parties in salsa and bachata, operating six nights a week: Monday through Tuesday, Thursday through Saturday, and Sunday.
The weekly schedule combines teaching with dancing. Lessons run in the early evening (typically 8:15–9:45pm depending on the night), followed immediately by social dance parties that extend late into the night. Friday and Saturday nights run from 9:15pm to 2am with a lesson slot from 9:15–10:15pm beforehand. Sunday offers a longer lesson block from 7:15–8:45pm plus a practical session from 8:45–9:45pm. Monday and Thursday bachata lessons lead into social dancing that runs until midnight or later. Tuesday combines salsa and bachata lessons (8:15–9:45pm) with social dancing until 11:30pm.
The venue operates under a zero tolerance policy toward bad behavior, creating what it describes as a warm, welcoming community. Beginners are explicitly welcome; no partner is required, and you do not need to pre-register. The space accommodates large crowds—their New Year's Eve party draws around 300 people.
Havana Club also hosts private events: birthdays, office outings, and bachelorette parties can be arranged by contacting the venue. The venue is conveniently located one minute's walk from the Red Line's Central Square stop, with a large, inexpensive parking garage ($2.25/hr, maximum $9/night) right next door. The business has operated continuously since 2004.
What to expect
Your first visit
You'll arrive for a lesson in the early evening, learn salsa or bachata basics in a group setting, then transition into an open social dance party where you can dance with others from the community. No partner or prior experience required—beginners are welcomed regularly.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
Beginners are very welcome, no partner required, and no pre-registration needed.
Studio history
Havana Club has operated since 2004, establishing itself as a central hub for salsa and bachata dancing in the Boston area. The venue hosts an annual New Year's Eve party that has run for at least 12 editions.
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The people, the parties and the dancing here
Amenities
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
Havana Clubhasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
If you own Havana Club, claiming the studio lets you add a public schedule in about 2 minutes. A free Google Calendar is the easiest path — visitors see your class times inline + can add events to their own calendar.
Frequently asked about Havana Club
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Havana Club teach?
Havana Club teaches Bachata, Salsa. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Havana Club located?
Havana Club is located in Cambridge, MA. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Havana Club offer private lessons?
Contact Havana Club directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Havana Club teach kids and adults?
Havana Club welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Havana Club?
The fastest path is to visit Havana Club via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.
Is there parking at Havana Club?
Large parking garage right next door: $2.25/hr, maximum $9/night.