Salsa Beginner Adults
Beginner Salsa.
at Dennis Pasamba Dance Company, Chicago · 5.0★ (1,030 Google reviews)
Next class
Fri, Oct 23, 7:00 PM
Fridays 7:00 PM–11:00 PM
Ask first: Call +1717-727-2622 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 3 days ago
About this class
A 4-hour beginner salsa class for adults, on Fridays at 7:00 PM, at Dennis Pasamba Dance Company, 4820 W Irving Park Rd. The studio lists 47 classes a week: Bachata (12), Salsa (12), Cumbia (8), Kizomba (7), Ballroom, and Date Night Basic, and 32 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“1st & 3rd Fridays only”
DanceHow data
Salsa classes in Chicago
Every salsa class we track in Chicago, read from studio timetables.
130
salsa classes a week
51
studios teach it
88%
start at 6:00 PM or later
$25
median drop-in price
Salsa classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for salsa in Chicago (17 of 77 dated classes). 88% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $25.
This week at Dennis Pasamba Dance Company
Can’t do Fridays? Beginner salsa also runs here on Tuesdays at 8:00 PM.
Showing salsa only. All 47 classes at Dennis Pasamba Dance Company →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Fri, Oct 23
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
4820 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641 Dance school · Ballroom dance instructor
DirectionsSame style nearby
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Before you go
Your first salsa class
Is Salsa beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. Salsa is designed to be taught to beginners—there's no expectation that you've danced before. Most adult beginner classes start with the basics, break things down into manageable steps, and move at a pace that lets everyone keep up. The hardest part is usually walking through the door; once you're in the room, you'll see others at the same stage and realise you're in exactly the right place.
Do I need a partner to learn Salsa?
For most Salsa classes, you don't need to bring a partner—instructors rotate partners or pair people up so everyone gets practice leading and following. Many beginners come alone. If you're learning with a partner at home, that's lovely, but it's not a requirement to join a class.
What should I wear to Salsa class?
Wear comfortable, breathable clothing that lets you move freely—joggers, leggings, or loose trousers work well. Bring or wear dance shoes with smooth soles so you can pivot and turn smoothly. If you don't have dance shoes yet, clean trainers are fine for your first class, but switching to proper dance shoes makes a real difference once you're hooked.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
It's listed as a drop-in class, so you can usually pay on the day. Ask before you go: on dennispasamba.com or call +1717-727-2622.
How much is it?
$15 (drop in).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults. There's also a beginner salsa class here on Tuesdays at 8:00 PM.
When does it run?
Every Friday, 7:00 PM–11:00 PM.
Where is it?
Dennis Pasamba Dance Company, 4820 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: dennispasamba.com/pricing
- First listed on DanceHow October 16, 2026; last checked 3 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 1,030 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.