Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays
Cuban salsa classes and social dancing in Arbury, Thursdays at 19:30
A Latin dance studio specializing in Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin social dances.
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Before your first class
Beginners are warmly welcome with no previous dance experience needed; a separate beginner teacher ensures appropriate challenge level.
No special dress code; come as you are.
Comfortable shoes.
Limited parking at Meadows (2 hours maximum); abundant off-road parking with no yellow lines in surrounding residential streets; bicycle racks available.
About this studio
Cambridge Cuban Salsa runs weekly classes and socials on Thursdays at 19:30 at Meadows Community Centre, 299 Arbury Rd, Arbury. The Thursday session focuses on Rueda and Footwork, with separate teachers for Beginners and Progressive levels. Beginners learn basic footwork, bodywork, lead and follow, and musicality. Progressive dancers work through basic casino moves and more complex combinations, footwork, bodywork, lead and follow, musicality, AfroCuban, and Rumba. Each class runs for one hour from 19:30, followed by social dancing until 21:30 with DJ Sacha.
No previous dance experience is needed and no dress code applies — just wear comfortable shoes. You don't need to bring a partner; the group pairs dancers together. All teachers are fully trained and insured, with qualifications traced to professional masters. DJ Sacha, the lead instructor, has trained since 2004 with top international teachers including Alberto Valdez, Yeni Molinet, and Luanda Pau, and developed his teaching style from Cuban traditions, martial arts, and mindfulness. He is also known internationally as a salsa DJ and runs a free music podcast.
The teaching team includes Kellie (training since early 2013, attended RuedaFest and SBK), Rachel (joined in 2017, extensive ballet background, intensive AfroCuban training as a Luanda Pau Performance Group student), and visiting Cuban master Luanda Pau, who trained at Havana's National School of Arts and was a lead dancer with Conjunto Folklorico Nacional de Cuba. The group emphasises progress at your own rhythm, no competition or pressure, and a safe, fun, inclusive environment.
The venue has a high-quality sound system and is well ventilated. The studio is upstairs at Meadows Community Centre — turn left at the top of the stairs. Parking at the Meadows is limited to 2 hours; the surrounding residential area has off-road parking with no yellow lines. Bicycle racks are available. Book online in advance via PayPal (no account needed) or pay by card or contactless at the venue. Cash is not accepted.
What to expect
Your first visit
Show up at 19:30 on Thursday at Meadows Community Centre. You'll join one of two levels — Beginners or Progressive — each with their own teacher. If you don't have a partner, the group will pair you with another dancer. After the one-hour class, stay for social dancing with DJ Sacha until 21:30.
Instructors
Who teaches here
DJ Sacha is the lead instructor, training since 2004 with international masters. Kellie, training since early 2013 with festival experience, teaches footwork choreographies. Rachel, who joined in 2017 and has ballet training, now follows intensive AfroCuban work with Luanda Pau's Performance Group. Luanda Pau, a Cuban master trained at Havana's National School of Arts and former lead dancer with Conjunto Folklorico Nacional de Cuba, delivers workshops and supervises teaching standards.
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What beginners can expect
Beginners are warmly welcome with no previous dance experience needed; a separate beginner teacher ensures appropriate challenge level.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
Dress code
No special dress code; come as you are.
What to bring
Comfortable shoes.
Studio history
DJ Sacha fell in love with Cuban salsa in 2004 and trained intensively with international masters. In 2008 he decided to share his passion and developed a unique teaching style inspired by Cuban traditions, martial arts, and mindfulness.
Styles offered
7 dance styles taught here
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Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays teach?
Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays teaches Salsa, Casino Cuban Salsa, Rueda, Footwork, Musicality, Afro Cuban and 1 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays located?
Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays is located in Arbury. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays offer private lessons?
Contact Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays teach kids and adults?
Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays 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 Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays?
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Is there parking at Salsa classes Cambridge - Thursdays?
Limited parking at Meadows (2 hours maximum); abundant off-road parking with no yellow lines in surrounding residential streets; bicycle racks available.