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🎶 Free Thursday Salsa Night — No Partner, No Experience, Just Fun! 💃
Turn your Thursday evening into something special!
Join us at **600 Little Collins St, Melbourne** for a **free beginners Salsa class** that’s all about great music, great people, and unforgettable energy.
You don’t need a partner or any experience — just come ready to have fun and learn something new.
✨ **What makes it amazing:**
* Easy-to-follow steps designed for first-timers
* A vibrant, welcoming crowd
* The perfect mix of fun, movement, and social connection
📍 **Where:** The Salsa Foundation — 600 Little Collins St, Melbourne
🕕 **When:** Thursday 6 PM (arrive 5–10 mins early to check in)
🎟️ **Cost:** Free — bookings essential (spots fill quickly!)
Salsa Night at Pachanga Bar Melbourne!
Welcome to Pachanga Nights – Melbourne’s Latin Party Spot! 🎉
If you love Latin music, good vibes, and meeting fun people — this is your group!
Pachanga Bar is the heart of Melbourne’s Latin nightlife, bringing together locals and internationals every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for unforgettable nights of reggaeton, salsa, bachata, and Latin hits.
Join us to dance, socialize, and enjoy delicious cocktails, mojitos, and Latin energy in the city center. Whether you come alone or with friends, you’ll always find a warm and friendly community waiting for you.
📍 Location: 95 Queen Street, Melbourne CBD
🎶 Music: Latin, Reggaeton, Salsa, Bachata & Global Beats
🍹 Drinks: Mojitos, Margaritas, Latin Cocktails & Signature Shots
🕺 Events: Weekly parties, themed nights & special celebrations
Follow us on Instagram for updates: @pachangaau
Come experience the true Latin vibe of Melbourne — every night is a Pachanga! 💃🔥
'Salsa Thursdays' @ Club Tivoli - Windsor
Salsa Thursdays @ The German Club Tivoli.
We create a great atmosphere to meet new people and have some fun.
4 levels of Salsa classes from 7pm or come along for the dance social from 9pm.
Club Tivoli is an amazing venue with an established restaurant and bar and loads of onsite parking, this is a one-stop-shop for dancing, dinner and drinks. Make Thursdays the highlight of your week.
LEVELS:
SALSA Beginner 1 7:00PM
(Suggested duration 6 weeks)
This class breaks down the rhythm and timing, basic footwork variations and leading/following fundamentals, with basic turn patterns at a slow pace.
This class can also be used as a revision or warm-up for the beginner class.
No experience required.
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SALSA BEGINNER PLUS 8:00PM
(Suggested duration 3 months)
This level is not for first time Salsa students, to enter this level you must have previously completed at least 4-6 lessons in Salsa. With an emphasis on timing and more leading and following techniques, this is a faster-paced class with weekly easy to learn moves.
Requirement: First Timer level or understanding of Basic footwork, timing & turn patterns.
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SALSA INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 7:00PM
(Suggested duration 12 months)
This level expands on lengthy routines with double turns and spinning for males and females.
Requirement: For those who have danced for at least 3 months in Beginner level 1, dance in time and can pick up complicated new moves with ease.
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ADVANCED LEVEL 8:00PM
(Suggested duration on-going)
A very challenging class, fast-paced with intricate turn patterns, routines, Salsa styling and Shines.
Requirement: For those who have danced for at least 6-12 months in Intermediate level. For dancers who have a greater understanding of modern salsa.
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SOCIAL DANCING
Featuring Various DJ's playing Salsa & a little Bachata
from 9pm till late
Dance Social is FREE
The bar is open so drink, dance and be merry.
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DETAILS
• Our classes are structured so that you can start at any time throughout the year and you can come & go as you please.
• No partner or bookings required.
• The dress code is smart/casual.
• Ideal footwear for ladies- a medium to high heel.
• Ideal footwear for men – leather or hard rubber sole shoe.
• Classes are subject to change without notice.
FEES
$20 FOR ONE CLASS
OR $30 FOR TWO CLASSES ON THE SAME EVENING.
MS Dance cards can be used at these classes.
***FREE PARKING ONSITE***
For additional information email us at info@melbournesalsa.com.au
BENTLEIGH Cuban Salsa, Bachata & Rueda Dance Classes - Every Thursday
**2026 BENTLEIGH CUBAN SALSA, BACHATA**
**& RUEDA DE CASINO DANCE CLASSES**
**\- NOW OPEN \-**
**EVERY THURSDAY**
*\* No dance experience necessary*
*\* No partner required*
*\* Open to all adult ages*
At:
**BENTLEIGH UNITING CHURCH HALL**
495-497 Centre Rd, Bentleigh
(\* Located opposite the Bentleigh RSL)
**\* HALL Entry** \- via the front entrance of the church
\- Go past the glass panel doors
\- We are at the far end\, in the back room on the right\.
**2026 BENTLEIGH PROGRAM:**
**6.15pm – 7.30pm**
**#1: CUBAN SALSA BEGINNER**
Starting with the
**INTRODUCTION TO SALSA BASICS**
An extra 15 minutes has been added, aimed specifically to assist new Beginners with a slower breakdown of the main basic steps. More experienced Beginners are recommended to come use this to strengthen their core steps.
We found that by doing it this way, new students get a much better dance experience overall.
This leads into the main Beginner Salsa lesson.
**BEGINNER CUBAN SALSA** (Main Beginner Class)
*(Beginner to Improver Level)*
*TOTAL CLASS TIME: **1 Hour & 15 Minutes***)\*\*
**7.30PM – 8.30PM**
**\*\* CLASS #2:**
**CUBAN SALSA / RUED DE CASINO**
**IMPROVER - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MAIN CLASS**
*(Covering Rueda De Casino & Cuban Salsa)*
\- Ideal for students who are confident with their Beginner level steps and turns\. This Improver to Intermediate level class will concentrate on Cuban Salsa & Rueda De Casino to raise the level of the Beginners to Improver Level and higher\.
**What is Rueda De Casino?**
*Rueda De Casino*, also called just *'Rueda'*, in it's basic form means 'Casino wheel', where dance couples comes together to form a circle, with one main 'caller', who calls out the names of different Cuban Salsa figures made up of different sequences of fun dance moves, which are danced by the couples in synchronisation. As the level of the dancers improve, so does the figures performed become more elaborate and complicated and with the constant change of partner calls, make the dance fun and exciting for the dancers, as well as spectators who
view the dance.
**8.30pm – 9.30pm**
**\*\*\* CLASS #3: BACHATA**
*(Absolute Beginner to Improver Level)*
\* No experience or partner necessary - all welcome
\- Bachata is the second most popular Latin dance around
the world after Salsa
**CLASS COST:**
Casual/Drop-in attendance:
Any Main class - $20 per class
Any 2 Classes on the night - $30 for both classes
or
Do ALL CLASSES on the night for only $35!
***\* Please note:*** We only accept **CASH** on this night
**CLOTHING & SHOES:**
Comfortable casual clothing.
Best shoes when starting are low or flat smooth sole shoes
like leather sole shoes. Avoid sandals & open toe shoes.
Avoid track shoes or runners as these grip the floor & can
interfere with your turns
**MEDICAL:**
Anyone with breathing problems, heart conditions, knee,
back or shoulder injuries and who are taking prescribed medication, please consult with your doctor first before joining any classes.
**COVID PROTOCOLS:**
\* If you have flu like symptoms or feeling unwell, please do not
attend any classes
\* If you are a first contact, as a precaution, please do not attend
any classes until after 7 days of negative tests
\* Sanitize hands frequently
**PRIVATE LESSONS:**
We provide private lessons on a one-to-one basis, with or without a dance partner and for private groups at a time that suits you
Bachata Night at Pachanga Bar Melbourne!
Get ready for a night full of rhythm, passion, and Latin vibes at Pachanga Bar Melbourne! 💃🕺
Join us every Thursday for our Bachata & Salsa Social Night — the perfect midweek escape to dance, learn, and connect with amazing people.
✨ What to expect:
* 🕣 8:30 PM – Free Bachata Class (Perfect for beginners and anyone who wants to improve their moves)
* 💃 9:30 PM till Midnight – Social Dance Party with the best Bachata, Salsa & Latin hits
* 🍸 Free Entry
* 📍 Pachanga Bar – 95 Queen Street, Melbourne CBD
No partner or experience needed — just bring your best energy and a big smile!
Enjoy delicious cocktails, meet friendly people, and let the Latin beats take over the dance floor.
Advanced Futsal - Thursday Mixed 5-a-side Futsal / indoor soccer (7pm - 8pm)
Thursday Futsal in Footscray! ⚽⚽⚽
5-a-side Futsal (indoor soccer), played on an indoor pitch. Cost: $10 (pre-pay) 10 players min/max. Court booked for 1 hour. RSVPs only please.
Normal Runners/Sneakers or Futsal shoes are fine (no studs).
Location: Victoria University Footscray Park Campus - 3rd Floor (court 3), Corner of Ballarat rd and Geelong rd, Footscray (near the Flemington Racecourse).
Located in Footscray, which is just 5km from the CBD. Plenty of Parking available. Also serviced by public transport. It is a 15 min walk from Footscray train station. https://www.vu.edu.au/campuses/footscray-park
Refund Policy: Please be aware that if for some reason you cannot attend, that you provide at least 24 hours notice to allow a sufficient replacement. Failure to not attend or withdraw in a timely manner will lead to removal from the group.
https://youtu.be/iF65zrwsIaY
Salsa Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
💃 Free Salsa Class for Absolute Beginners in Melbourne CBD! 🕺
Ready to add some rhythm to your week? Join us for a **FREE Salsa class** right in the heart of Melbourne!
No partner or experience needed — just bring your energy, and we’ll handle the rest.
You’ll learn the basic steps, meet amazing people, and have a ton of fun while moving to Latin beats.
✨ **What to expect:**
* Easy, step-by-step instruction — perfect for first-timers
* A fun and welcoming community
* Great music, great vibes, and maybe a new obsession!
📍 **Location:** 600 Little Collins St, Melbourne CBD (The Salsa Foundation Studio)
🕕 **When:** Multiple sessions weekly — book your spot now!
🎟️ **Cost:** 100% Free — bookings are essential due to limited space
Latin Obsession - Bachata & Salsa + Zouk & Kiz in Prahran
**Saturday 25th April 2026 ANZAC DAY**
**LATIN OBSESSION - BACHATA & SALSA + ZOUK & KIZ at The Space Dance & Arts Centre, 318 Chapel St. Prahran**
Heat up your Saturday night at Latin Obsession, one of Melbourne's biggest and best Bachata & Salsa parties at the best venue in the dance scene!
The night kicks off with dance classes with the Obsesión Latina team as well as regular guest instructors from Melbourne's premier schools.
Don't worry if you're new to the dance floor - first-timers are more than welcome!
For this special edition we will be running a second room for all the Zouk & Kiz dancers. Zouk & Kiz classes from 7pm for those who want to give it a go, followed by 100% non-stop Zouk & Kiz social.
DANCE CLASSES:
7pm Salsa levels 1 & 2 main room, Kiz open level side room
8pm Bachata levels 1 & 2 main room, Zouk open level side room
SOCIAL DANCING:
9pm to 12am Bachata & Salsa main room
9pm to 12am Zouk side room
Our crowd is a great mix of beginners to Melbourne's dance elite from every school in Melbourne, tearing up the dance floor!
We aim to bring festival vibes every event.
With a crew of friendly staff, fun dance classes, only the best music, state-of-the-art venue, vibrant atmosphere, you're set for a great time!
Come see for yourself why Latin Obsession is one of Melbourne's favourite socials!
Save us a dance!
If you like this format, all four dance styles under one roof, classes for each, two party rooms, then please tell all your favourite dancers about it! If we get enough dancers we'll run this format each event.
ONLINE PRICES:
Earlybird specials 1 or 2 classes & social $25
Early bird social $20
Limited availability!
Group, Girls' Night, Date night, Birthday group, Full-time uni student discounts available!
DOOR PRICES:
1 or 2 classes & social $30
Social $25 ($20 after 11:00pm)
Uni students need to show valid ID to claim discount
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1986250052375?aff=oddtdtcreator
Salsa Night at Pachanga Bar Melbourne!
Welcome to Pachanga Nights – Melbourne’s Latin Party Spot! 🎉
If you love Latin music, good vibes, and meeting fun people — this is your group!
Pachanga Bar is the heart of Melbourne’s Latin nightlife, bringing together locals and internationals every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for unforgettable nights of reggaeton, salsa, bachata, and Latin hits.
Join us to dance, socialize, and enjoy delicious cocktails, mojitos, and Latin energy in the city center. Whether you come alone or with friends, you’ll always find a warm and friendly community waiting for you.
📍 Location: 95 Queen Street, Melbourne CBD
🎶 Music: Latin, Reggaeton, Salsa, Bachata & Global Beats
🍹 Drinks: Mojitos, Margaritas, Latin Cocktails & Signature Shots
🕺 Events: Weekly parties, themed nights & special celebrations
Follow us on Instagram for updates: @pachangaau
Come experience the true Latin vibe of Melbourne — every night is a Pachanga! 💃🔥
Postponed: East Asian Singles - Quick Bite and FREE Salsa & Bachata Class 💃🏻
**The event has been postponed to a later date due to a fire having taken place at the Albion Rooftop Bar they’re currently closed for renovations.**
**Who are we?**
Join us, **East Asian Singles Community of Melbourne (30-45)** for our first dancing meetup event! We’re a community of East Asian Singles. Unlike other groups of our kind, we focus on small group events.
The goal is to create a friendly, relaxing, casual and low pressure environment where we can enjoy fun activities and mutual hobbies while building our community.
**The Event**
Join us for a quick bite and free salsa & bachata classes!
Free salsa & bachata is an existing and reoccurring event that happens at the Albion Rooftop Bar every Friday night at 7pm. Let’s meet up at 6pm to have a quick bite and we can all chat a bit before heading there together.
Whether this is your first time or you’re a confident beginner/intermediate, this is your chance to try something new/or not so new together as a group!
Don’t be shy if you’ve never done this before or have two left feet like me, the classes are extremely beginner friendly and there’s also Level 2 classes as well as Socials for those that are more experienced.
**Meetup Time and Point:**
Time: 5:45pm-6pm
Where: Simply Spanish, 116 Cecil St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
**Event Itinerary:**
6pm - Meet for a bite
7pm - Salsa Class (there’s Level 1 & 2 to choose from)
8pm - Bachata Class (there’s Level 1 & 2 to choose from)
9pm - Social Dancing
Hope to see you there!
BACHATA & SALSA Classes & Live band event @ The Night Cat - Every Sunday evening
A great atmosphere to meet new people and have some fun…
Our dance instructors are awesome and you get to dance with everyone after the classes to the Live band.
Become an appealing dancer with some of the most respected Dance Instructors in Melbourne. At Melbourne Salsa we teach you how to be a great social dancer, to give you more scope on the social floor.
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BACHATA BEGINNER LEVEL 7:00PM
(Suggested duration 3–6 months)
This class breaks down the rhythm and timing, basic footwork variations and leading/following fundamentals,
with basic turn patterns at a slow pace.
No experience required.
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BACHATA INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 7:00PM
(Suggested duration 12 months)
This level expands on intricate and lengthy routines at a faster pace.
Requirement:
For those who have danced for at least 6 months in Beginner level 1,
dance in time and can pick up complicated new moves with ease.
***
SALSA BEGINNER LEVEL 8:00PM
(Suggested duration 3 months)
This class breaks down the rhythm and timing, basic footwork variations and leading/following fundamentals,
with basic turn patterns at a slow pace.
No experience required.
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SALSA BEGINNER LEVEL 2 8:00PM
(Suggested duration 3- 6 months)
This level is not for first time Salsa students, to enter this level you must have previously completed at least 4-6 lessons in Salsa. With an emphasis on timing and more leading and following techniques, this is a faster-paced class with weekly easy to learn moves.
Requirement: First Timer level or understanding of Basic footwork, timing & turn patterns.
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SALSA INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 8:00PM
(Suggested duration 12 months)
This level expands on intricate and lengthy routines at a faster pace.
Requirement:
For those who have danced for at least 6 months in Beginner level 1,
dance in time and can pick up complicated new moves with ease.
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SOCIAL DANCING:
Featuring a LIVE LATIN 10 piece band and DJ’s from 9.00 pm.
FEES:
***ALL FOR ONLY $35*** (CASH ONLY or EFT)
Whether you choose one class or 2 classes its $35 flat rate including the LIVE BAND social from 9pm.
MS Dance cards cannot be used at The Night Cat.
$30 entry General entry (no classes) from 8.30pm only
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DETAILS:
• Our classes are structured so that you can start at any time throughout the year and you can come & go as you please.
• No partner or bookings required.
• The dress code is smart/casual.
• Ideal footwear for ladies- a medium to high heel.
• Ideal footwear for men – leather or hard rubber sole shoe.
• Class is subject to change without notice.
For more details call Melbourne Salsa on 95312023 or email info@melbournesalsa.com.au
The Night Cat, 141 Johnston Street, Fitzroy.
Salsa classes in Collingwood - Every Sunday
**SALSA DANCE CLASSES - EVERY SUNDAY**
Dance classes that are super fun, in a friendly and warm environment, with a focus on technique and extra attention from your instructor, ensuring you get the most out of your class.
These are casual classes so start on any week, no partner or bookings required.
SALSA Beginner 1 7.OOPM
(Suggested duration 6 weeks)
This class breaks down the rhythm and timing, basic footwork variations and leading/following fundamentals, with basic turn patterns at a slow pace. This class can also be used as a revision or warm-up for the beginner class.
No experience required.
SALSA Beginner Plus 7.OOPM
(Suggested duration 3 months)
This level is not for first time Salsa students, to enter this level you must have previously completed at least 4-6 lessons in Salsa.
With an emphasis on timing and more leading and following techniques, this is a faster-paced class with weekly easy to learn moves.
Requirement: First Timer level or understanding of Basic footwork, timing & turn patterns.
SALSA INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 8:00PM
(Suggested duration 12 months)
This level expands on lengthy routines with double turns and spinning for males and females.
Requirement: For those who have danced for at least 3 months in Beginner level 1, dance in time and can pick up complicated new moves with ease.
FEES:
$20 FOR ONE CLASS
OR $30 FOR TWO CLASSES ON THE SAME EVENING.
MS Dance cards can be used at these classes.
NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED JUST TURN UP!
Free parking at Woolworths, 2 mins from the studio.
DETAILS:
• Our classes are structured so that you can start at any time throughout the year and you can come & go as you please.
• No partner or bookings required.
• The dress code is smart/casual or dress up!
• Ideal footwear for ladies- a medium to high heel.
• Ideal footwear for men – leather or hard rubber sole shoe.
• Class is subject to change without notice.
MELBOURNE SALSA DANCE STUDIO
LEVEL 1, 326 SMITH STREET, COLLINGWOOD
Entrance is behind shops, via laneway off Bedford street.
For more details call Melbourne Salsa on 95312023 or email info@melbournesalsa.com.au






















