Salsa Classes Copenhagen
"I left salsa in the worst mood," said no one, EVER.
Welcome to salsa
Salsa as we know it today is a blend of Caribbean rhythms and dances – mainly from Cuba and Puerto Rico – with deep roots in Afro-Cuban rhythm. Dance forms such as son, cha-cha-cha and mambo reached the US in the 1960s and 1970s, where the music took on elements of jazz and blues among others. The word “salsa” was coined as an umbrella term gathering all the different styles and influences.
In the 1980s professional teaching methods and standardised combinations emerged, and dance schools began teaching salsa, which had originally been a folk dance. It has kept evolving ever since, with new ways of dancing and interpreting the music.
Today salsa divides into several styles: Cuban salsa (“casino” in Cuba), L.A. style (On 1), New York style (On 2), Colombian salsa and more. Whichever style you focus on, it is worth learning as many as you can, so you can dance with everyone and enjoy all of salsa's nuances. At CSA we teach mainly Cuban salsa and L.A. style, with a fusion of techniques from the others.
Find your level
Not sure which class suits you? Our level guide gives you a quick overview of every level – from beginner to advanced.
Salsa Partnerwork
Dancing with a partner – learn to lead and follow, with or without a regular partner.
Basics
Level 1
beginnerWe dance at a pace that is easy to follow, and guide you through every movement step by step in a relaxed, welcoming environment. You do not need to bring a partner, and no previous dance experience is required – just the wish to learn and have fun!
On this course you will learn:
✧ The basic steps, turns and combinations in salsa.
✧ Partner technique and the roles in the dance.
✧ Timing and rhythm, body movement and posture.
What comes next?
Feel free to take level 1 more than once. Once you can lead or follow the figures comfortably and your technique is solid, you are ready for level 2. Try social dancing too!
Level 1 – Youth class (16–29)
beginnerDo you dream of becoming a really good dancer, or do you simply fancy trying salsa? We dance at a pace that is easy to follow and guide you through every movement step by step. No partner required, and no experience necessary.
On this course you will learn:
✧ Basic steps, turns and combinations.
✧ Partner technique and the roles in the dance.
✧ Timing, rhythm, body movement and posture.
What comes next?
Feel free to take level 1 several times. Once you can lead or follow the figures comfortably, you are ready for level 2 (youth class).
Cuban Salsa Fusion
Level 2
improverTake this course if you:
✓ Know Dile que no, Enchufla, Dame Una and Vuelta (especially if you lead).
✓ Have understood salsa timing and the basic material.
✓ Have at least 2 months of experience – at least one beginner course and/or social dancing.
On this course you will learn:
✧ The most used figures and calls in Cuban salsa.
✧ Basic steps and body movement.
✧ Musicality and technique for leading and following.
How long?
Move on to level 3 once you have a good grasp of the figures and leads. Feel free to take the class two or more times.
Level 3
intermediate 1Take this course if you:
✓ Know Setenta, Sombrero, Vacílala and other core figures.
✓ Have no trouble with timing or leading and following the basics.
✓ Have at least 4 months of experience (ideally 6–12) – at least one improver course and/or regular social dancing.
On this course you will learn:
✧ More advanced combinations and footwork.
✧ How to create good contact with a partner.
✧ Styling and shines for the social dance floor.
How long?
Feel free to take level 3 more than once – much of the footwork changes every season.
Rueda Project
intermediate 1We work on both classic and modern variations in a focused team of motivated students. At the end of the season there is the chance to perform at one of CSA's parties, as a goal for the group.
In these classes you will learn:
✧ Rueda combinations at intermediate level, transitions and group dynamics.
✧ Dancing as part of a team and working towards a shared goal.
✧ The details that make your dancing funky, playful and connected.
Take this course if you:
✓ Want to build on the techniques from levels 3 and 4.
✓ Are looking for a weekly energy boost with community and dancing.
✓ Have 6–9 months of experience and have completed at least level 2 at CSA.
Level 4
intermediate 2Take this course if you:
✓ Can lead or follow all kinds of figures and turns with flow, already use footwork and styling, and feel confident and relaxed.
✓ Have a year of experience or more – at least one level 3 course without difficulty, and dance socially on a regular basis.
On this course you will learn:
✧ Complex combinations and more advanced partner technique.
✧ Challenging turns and footwork with musicality.
✧ Dancing to faster music with good technique.
How long?
Most social dancers find their challenge here, and can stay with the class for many seasons.
Level 5
advanced 1We work with both solo and partner exercises through regular sequences as well as alternative drills. Please note: there is a screening to take part, so we can maintain a high level – do get in touch before signing up.
Take this course if you:
✓ Can lead or follow all types of combination with good flow, use footwork and styling, and dance confidently.
✓ Have very secure timing and can play with the music.
✓ Have 1–2 years of experience or more – at minimum several seasons at level 4.
On this course you will learn:
✧ Focused technical training and “advanced basics”.
✧ Longer and more complex sequences in solo and partner dancing.
✧ Other dances in the salsa family: son, rumba, cha-cha-cha and L.A.
Level 6
advanced 2Ready for a challenge and want to work at a higher tempo with more complex steps and figures? This is the class for you. Please note: there is a screening to take part – do get in touch before signing up.
Take this course if you:
✓ Are looking for new ways to develop your salsa while challenging yourself technically.
✓ Want to work on better technique, musicality and higher tempo.
✓ Have at least 2 years of experience – an advanced dancer with clean technique, ideally already familiar with other styles.
On this course you will learn:
✧ Longer and more complex challenges in solo and partner dancing.
✧ Combining rhythms and styles: contratiempo, L.A. style, Cuban salsa, rumba and more.
✧ New ways to move your body and develop your own style.
Salsa L.A. (On1)
L.A. Level 2
improver/intermediateNew dates coming soon.
L.A. Level 3
intermediate/advancedNew dates coming soon.
Salsa Solo Classes
Train styling, footwork and body movement – with or without a partner.
Salsa Solo Fundamentals
open levelDance with Ieva in this concept, ideal for dancers from improver to advanced level, where you can really get into the technique and develop quickly – without focusing on a partner.
Take this course if you:
✓ Dance at improver level or above and want to develop cleaner movement and better control.
✓ Want to integrate footwork and body movement naturally into partner dancing.
✓ Have at least 2–4 months of experience (not for complete beginners).
On this course you will learn:
✧ The essential techniques that create flow, body awareness and elegance.
✧ Drills and short combinations focusing on isolations, footwork and turns.
✧ Connecting upper body, hips, torso and feet into supple movement.
Footwork & Body Movement
intermediate 1Take this course if you:
✓ Want to get better at using your body, with better balance and foot control.
✓ Want to use the music to your advantage and have fun while you do.
✓ Have from 6 months of experience – a basic understanding of salsa and timing is required.
On this course you will learn:
✧ Body movement technique and footwork sequences – basics and more challenging elements.
✧ Stepping into the spotlight with fun exercises.
✧ Musicality, and adapting your dancing to the music.
Ladies’ Styling
intermediate 1Take this course if you:
✓ Want to learn styling and make your dancing look elegant and feminine.
✓ Do not yet feel entirely comfortable with styling and body movement.
✓ Have from 4–6 months of experience – at least one improver course and/or regular social dancing.
On this course you will learn:
✧ Basic body movement and arm styling.
✧ Improving flexibility and balance.
✧ Basic footwork and fun steps and turns.
Salsa Fusion Footwork & Body Movement
intermediate 2Take this course if you:
✓ Want to get better at using your body, with better balance and foot control.
✓ Want to coordinate your movement and gain more confidence.
✓ Have from 4 months of experience – a basic understanding of salsa and timing is required.
On this course you will learn:
✧ Body movement (hips, upper body, weight distribution, spotting) and reggaetón basics.
✧ Getting comfortable in solo dancing and having fun.
✧ Footwork variations and the most used steps in solo and partner dancing.
Salsa Musicality
intermediate/advancedNew dates coming soon.
CSA Project
choreo teamNew dates coming soon.
Salsa Men’s Styling
intermediate/advancedNew dates coming soon.
Choreo Class
intermediate/advancedNew dates coming soon.