Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock
Salsa and Bachata classes for beginners to advanced, with free intro classes
A Latin dance studio specializing in Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin social dances.
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Before your first class
Absolute beginners are the primary audience; classes are engineered for people with no dance experience.
Free Beginners classes; private lessons $110 single, $500 for 5 (save $100), $900 for 10 (save $300)
About this studio
Sydney Salsa Classes runs group classes and private lessons across five Sydney locations: CBD (Shark Hotel and Australian Hall), Five Dock (The Ridley Centre), Green Square (Bar Noun), and Westmead (Progress Hall). The studio has worked with over 10,000 people in Sydney and 1,000+ dancers across 20+ countries.
Classes are structured by level across both Salsa and Bachata. Salsa begins with Free Beginners, then Levels 1–3, with On2 Salsa technique taught at intermediate and advanced levels through their sister company Alma Dance. Bachata follows a similar progression: Free Beginners, then Levels 1–4, with Level 3 introducing Sensual Bachata, Dominican style, and Moderna style variations. A 6-month rotating syllabus applies to Levels 2 and above in Bachata.
The studio targets young adults and university students, with no partner required (partners rotate during class). Classes run several times per week: at Five Dock on Sundays (Free Beginners at 4:00pm through Level 3 at 7:00pm), with additional classes in CBD on Monday and Wednesday evenings, and Green Square and Westmead options on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Private lessons are available at $110 per single lesson, $500 for five lessons (saving $100), or $900 for ten lessons (saving $300). Group classes include access to an online Student Portal for progress tracking, recap videos, and instructional content. Monthly Salsa and Bachata parties are included with course membership, providing a social outlet to practise learned moves.
The studio emphasises community and connection over performance or competition. Their leadership team has won national and international awards for excellence in business and community building, and the business has pledged to give back 1% of equity to global causes aligned with UN sustainable development goals.
What to expect
Your first visit
You'll start with a Free Beginners class (absolute no experience needed) where partners rotate every minute or two so you meet other dancers. The studio focuses on building confidence through fundamentals and social connection rather than performance. Most absolute beginners attend the free class 2–3 times before moving to Level 1.
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What beginners can expect
Absolute beginners are the primary audience; classes are engineered for people with no dance experience.
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Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock teach?
Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock teaches Salsa, Bachata. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock located?
Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock is located in Five Dock, NSW. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock offer private lessons?
Contact Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock teach kids and adults?
Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock 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 Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock?
The fastest path is to visit Sydney Salsa Classes - Five Dock via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.