Do I need a partner to start classes?

No. In fact most people go to classes without one. Edinburgh classes rotate partners throughout the lesson, so solo dancers are the norm. Beginner courses are specifically designed for people turning up on their own.

Which dance style should I start with?

For us at bailemo, all Latin dances are fantastic and so it really depends what you are looking for. Salsa is fast and fiery with a fiesta feel whilst bachata is slower with an arguably gentler learning curve. Salsa and bachata make up a large proportion of the scene here in Edinburgh so could be great first options. Kizomba and Cuban salsa are great if you are looking for connection. Our learn page breaks down each style in more detail.

What do beginner, improver and intermediate mean?

Levels vary slightly between schools, but in general beginners learn the basic step and a handful of moves, improvers consolidate timing and lead/follow, and intermediates work on musicality and more advanced patterns. See our levels guide for a full breakdown.

Can I join a class part-way through a block?

Often, yes. Classes marked 'drop-in' welcome new starters every week. Structured courses with a fixed syllabus usually ask you to start at week one. Each class card tells you which type it is and there is so much going on that there is something for everyone.

How much do classes cost in Edinburgh?

Drop-in beginner classes typically run £8 – £12, with multi-week courses often working out cheaper per session and costing between £25 - £35 per style typically. Exact pricing is shown on every class card.

How do I list my class on bailemo?

Organisers and teachers can submit a class using our submission form. Add the day, time, venue, address, style, level, description, pricing and social links and we'll review it before it goes live. Listing is free and helps new dancers across Edinburgh find the right class for them.

Salsa, Bachata & Latin Classes Edinburgh

Today

11 Oct

3 classes start

Latin Roots Dance Academy

Try Salsa & Bachata for Beginners

3.30pm–4.30pm16a George Street, Shanghai Club, EH2 2PF£5Book

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Negritude

Women and men training

Drop in

6pm–8pmDance For All, 106 Stephen St, Edinburgh£10 (£8 stu)OTD

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Alma Latina Dance Project

Bachata for the Social Dance Floor

Drop in

7pm–8pmEl Barrio Latino, 47 Hanover Street, EdinburghBlock: £7–£12Drop in: £7OTD

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Tomorrow

12 Oct

4 classes start

Bachata Blues Edinburgh3 classes

Bachata Beginners

Drop in

6pm–7pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDSold out

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Bachata Improvers+

Drop in

7pm–8pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDBlock: £25Drop in: £8Book

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Bachata Advanced

Drop in

8pm–9pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDBlock: £25Drop in: £8Book

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Bachata Beginners

Drop in

6pm–7pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDSold out

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Bachata Improvers+

Drop in

7pm–8pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDBlock: £25Drop in: £8Book

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Bachata Advanced

Drop in

8pm–9pmThe Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, EH8 9DDBlock: £25Drop in: £8Book

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Bailarte

Beginners course (Stage 1)

Drop in

6.30pm–8pmThe Crags Centre, EH8 9RYBlock: £50Drop in: £8.50Book

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Tuesday

13 Oct

5 classes start

Elena y Frauke2 classes

Bachata Beginners

Drop in

6.45pm–7.45pmOOTB Drill Hall, EH6 8RGBlock: £35Drop in: £10OTD

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Bachata Improvers

Drop in

7.45pm–8.45pmOOTB Drill Hall, EH6 8RGBlock: £35Drop in: £10OTD

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Bailarte2 classes

Intermediate Course (Stage 3)

Drop in

7pm–8.30pmThe Crags Centre, EH8 9RYBlock: £60Drop in: £8.50Book

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Advanced Course (Stage 4)

Drop in

8.30pm–10pmThe Crags Centre, EH8 9RYBlock: £60Drop in: £8.50Book

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Bachata Blues Edinburgh

Styling with Joanna

Drop in

7.30pm–8.30pmLower Church, Summerhall, EH9 1PLBlock: £0Drop in: £10

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Wednesday

14 Oct

1 class starts

Bachata Blues Edinburgh

Bachata Improvers (Progression)

Drop in

8.30pm–9.30pmLower Church, Summerhall, EH9 1PLBlock: £40Drop in: £10Book

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Thursday

15 Oct

6 classes start

Negritude2 classes

Bachata Dominican

Drop in

7pm–8pmSummerhall, EH9 1PLBlock: £10–£2Drop in: £10OTD

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Free Open Training

Drop in

8pm–9pmSummerhall, EH9 1PLBlock: £10–£12Drop in: £10OTD

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Bailarte2 classes

Beginners course (Stage 1)

Drop in

7pm–8.30pmThe Crags Centre, EH8 9RYBlock: £50Drop in: £8.50Book

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Improvers Course (Stage 2)

Drop in

8.30pm–10pmThe Crags Centre, EH8 9RYBlock: £60Drop in: £8.50Book

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Yin Yang Bachata

Improvers+ Course

Drop in

7.30pm–9pmThe Space, 183 Dalry Road, EH11 2EBBlock: £35Drop in: £12 (£10 stu)OTD

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Alma Latina Dance Project

Bachata Styling, Movement, Footplay & Sabor

Drop in

8pm–9pmThe Wee Hub, Ocean Terminal, EH6 6JJBlock: £7–£10Drop in: £7OTD

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Friday

16 Oct

1 class starts

Negritude

Bachata Dominican

Drop in

7pm–8pmDance For All, 106 Saint Stephen Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AQ£10OTD

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