SBK Saturday Night Workshops

We're excited to announce new style of Night Salsa, Bachata & Kizomba classes on Salsa Night Fever Dates.
These fun one-off specialised workshops will be for dancers above beginners. Once the workshop has finished the Social dancing will start, with more of the same style before the full DJ mix kicks in.
Free Entry only applies from the start of Salsa Night Fever party on the same night at 9:30pm

Dates:

★ Saturday 18 January 2025 - Bachata Traditional imp-int Workshop

★ Saturday 01 February 2025 - Kizomba Traditional Open Workshop

★ Saturday 15 February 2025 - Kizomba Fusion Open Workshop

★ Saturday 15 March 2025 - Salsa Porto On1 imp-int Workshop

Note 1st March 2025 is canceled, we try to maintain a fortnightly event, but in some cases we can't due to other events.

Workshop Info:

★ Start Time: 8:30pm (Doors Open 8:15pm)
★ Class Length = 1 hour

★ Workshop Styled Classes
★ Teachers: Reuben & Miléna

★ Prices: Regular pricing applies - see pricing >

★ Salsa Night Fever Party Entry: Free only from 9:30pm

★ Level info below

Kizomba Open Workshop Level:

These classes are not suited for absolute beginners. To build a strong foundation, we recommend attending our beginner Salsa & Bachata classes, where you’ll develop essential skills in partner work and body awareness.

The Open Level class is designed for dancers who already have experience in Salsa and Bachata and are looking to transition into Kizomba. If you’ve previously taken Kizomba classes at Salsa Latina or elsewhere, this class is perfect for you as well.

For those wanting a head start, check out our Kizomba Beginner Online Course to get started at your own pace

Kizomba Beginner online course!

What is Kizomba? Kizomba was popularised in Portugal from Passada, its a beautiful, sensual partner dance that is a fusion of European, African and Caribbean styles... see history for more info >

Salsa & Bachata Imp-Int Workshop Level:

Improver-Intermediate and above workshops are designed for dancers above beginners or who have passed a beginners grading in that styles.

The level is designed for dancers who know their beginner fundamentals and pushing into higher levels.

If you are new to our classes and are visiting Christchurch, and would like to experience a casual class, or if you already have experience in the dance style being taught you have the option to come, drop-in and give it a go. You will have needed to have learnt more than 2 months previously in another dance school. If you're not sure please contact us here >

Beginners Info:

Beginners, these classes are not yet suitable for you. However, with some practice, you will soon be able to participate – a fantastic goal to work towards! We recommend joining our weekly beginner courses during the week so you can get to the higher levels.

Typically, progression from the Beginners level to this stage occurs after successfully completing a beginner course which has a grading on the last week. As a result, enrollment is automatic and not necessary.

Gradings or assessments are normally required for these classes. but being a one-off workshop style class we're more lenient. Since these classes are a mix of solo & partner dancing, knowing our syllabus, fundamentals & dance systems will make these classes far easier.
Check out our flow chart diagram & grading information regarding Salsa Latina Assessments here >

Tips:

#1 Be early, we start on time, in fact come 15mins early and you can practice or social dance before class

#2 Learn our shines, we have a vast library of footwork you can learn from our video sections, we have a Selection of Salsa Online Courses and Bachata Online courses & Kizomba Online Courses for all levels.

#3 Do our regular weekly classes, or online classes this way you can learn our system better and learn far more easily.

#4 Carry on dancing afterwards, this is a great way to get into social dancing and an excellent way to practice and have fun dancing during the party that follows the workshop. Since you already met a few people in the class it also easier to get a dance.

FAQ's:

• Any Beginner Dance Classes?
Not for beginners on Saturdays at this point in time, but we do recommend joining our Free beginner classes during the week at Salsa Latina. If you can't join our beginner courses, do consider Private lessons to get to higher levels.

• I'm a beginner dancer, should I come to the party?
You are welcome to watch the intermediate dance class at 8:30pm. As for the party at 9:30pm, Absolutely!.. it's the fastest way to learn when mixing social dancing with regular Salsa & Bachata classes you'll learn up 10 times faster. It's like practice on steroids!

• Why are there so many dance styles?

New York, Porto, On1, On2, Traditional, Cuban, Sensual? These are various flavours that we will focus on these workshops, you can find more about these styles on our articles pages

• Can I video the moves?

Yes, but only after the class. Assuming you paid for the lesson.

• Bring my own Drinks?
Not for the workshop but Yes for the party that follows
- BYO alcohol welcome, but do bring your own glasses & please throw away your own trash to help keep this a free event.