Melbourne Salsa are a city-wide dance network who primarily run out of St Kilda (Tuesday's) and Smith Street, Fitzroy (Sunday's). They offer classes for a range of dance styles at various levels. They also run some events at the Provincial bar on Brunswick Street.
There's a big salsa scene in Melbourne and this is where Melbourne Salsa comes into its own (the clue is in the name). Beginners can buy a five-class starter card for $45 (at the time of writing this) which represents good value. The classes are manageable in number and take you through the basics.
As somebody without any Latin dance experience at all, I was a bit anxious I'd be clumsy at starting this journey, and maybe I was, but I was made to feel accepted and welcomed and that makes me want to go back and keep improving! I'd wholeheartedly recommend this for anybody with an hour free on the night they're in town. Get your rhythm on and your steps down! See you on the dance floor! read more