SALSA CARIBE PRODUCTIONS are London's leading promoters of authentic Cuban salsa, presenting dance classes, workshops, club nights and performances, both in the UK and in Cuba. Our dance teachers, performers and DJ are amongst the most experienced and highly regarded in the UK.

Anyone wishing to experience real Cuban salsa, will want to check out our regular weekly dance classes, taught by our team of experienced, professional and friendly dance teachers. We teach the authentic Cuban casino style of salsa, as danced in Havana and Santiago, for all levels - from absolute beginner to advanced. We also hold regular classes in la rueda de casino, Cuban popular dances - including rumba, son, mambo, cha cha cha and Afro-Cuban.

Thanks to Enrique & Rob of Salsa Explosion for putting on such a fantastic congress last weekend - hope you all enjoyed it as much as we did

Monthly Saturdays Sat 8th June

The next It's A Girl Thing! workshop is on Sat 8th June 2-4.30pm

Ladies, you know you were born to dance, so why not come and experience It's A Girl Thing!, the Cuban styling workshop taught from the female perspective that helps you hone your rhythm, technique & poise and gives you confidence and improvisation ideas. So whether you're into flashy footwork, expressive arms, wiggling meneo or afro-Cuban movement there's something for you at The Place.

Whatever your level of salsa experience, this workshop will help you to gain confidence & enjoy your dancing more.

• Despelote!Cuban body movement & isolation techniques
• Salsa Suelta!footwork that really shines!
• Havana Mix-Up!blending salsa with rumba, son, mambo, cha cha cha, reggaeton & Afro-Cuban steps

• 2pm - 4:30pm
• Price: £17

(no need to book, just turn up on the day)

The Place Dance Studio, 16 Flaxman Terrace London WC1 (a 5 minute walk from either Kings X or Euston stations)

Sunday

Casino Salsa & The Roots of Cuban Salsa @ the Afro-Cuban Studio!

Salsa Classes to suit everyone from complete beginner to advanced salsero, plus an hour devoted to diverse Cuban rhythms and movement.

This Sundays's classes at The Place Dance Studios are a great way to improve your Cuban salsa & sonpartnerwork in a friendly & sociable setting. Learn how to dance really well with your partner, refining your style, body movement, timing and technique. All levels are catered for, so have a look at the timetable below.

Monday

The Afro-Cuban Lounge @ the Buffalo Bar

if you want to up the feelgood factor Cuban style, then this Monday night at The Buffalo Bar is for you. Doors open at 7.30pm, with classes for all levels from around 7.45pm, followed by an evening of dancing, drinking and socialising to the sounds of the very best Cuban salsa, timba & son, courtesy of DJ Dr Jim.

Beginners Guide To Timba: DJ Doctor Jim new 36 track Cuban salsa/timba compilation

Don't forget DJ Doctor Jim new 36 track Cuban salsa/timba compilation ('Beginners Guide To Timba'), which has just been released on Nascente Records. And of course, we'll have lots of lots of shiny new copies for sale on the night! This comprehensive collection tells the story of timba from the 1990s to date, featuring all the top names, from Los Van Van to Havana D' Primera + track-by-track sleevenotes. It's available from HMV, Amazon etc, or better still, come and get your copy in person from DJ Dr Jim on Monday!

followed by:

Club entrance £4