Salsa Dance Workshops in Baltimore | Beginner to Intermediate Training
About this Event
Join us for a full Saturday of Salsa training designed to level up dancers at every stage of their journey. Each workshop builds confidence, technique, and musical flow while giving you clear tools you can use immediately on the dance floor. Come for one workshop or train all day!
📍 Location
Coppermine Health & Fitness – Harbor East
655 S. President St., Baltimore, MD 21202
Free 3-hour garage parking at 650 S. Exeter St. (validate at front desk).
🔥 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Beginner Salsa Partnerwork Workshop
A perfect starting point for absolute beginners and newer dancers.
Learn the foundations of partnerwork, including:
- Basic steps & timing (On1)
- Right and left turns
- Cross-body lead technique
- Connection, frame, and communication
- A beginner-friendly combination to tie everything together
No partner required. No experience needed.
🕜 1:45 PM – 3:15 PM
All-Levels Spins & Turns Technique (July 11)
This solo workshop is designed to help you build cleaner, stronger, and more confident spins and turns. We'll break down the fundamentals of balance, spotting, body alignment, and technique so you can turn with greater control, consistency, and confidence—both dancing solo and with a partner.
What we'll focus on:
- Proper body alignment and posture for efficient turning
- Spotting techniques to improve balance and reduce dizziness
- Developing stronger balance, core engagement, and control
- Clean turn mechanics for single and multiple spins
- Solo drills to immediately improve your spins and turns
Whether you’re brand new or have been dancing for a while, this workshop will help you tighten your timing and deepen your connection to the music.
No partner needed — this is a solo training experience.
🕞 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Workshop III — Cross-Body Lead Variations
(Advanced Beginner / Intermediate)
This workshop focuses on building smooth, clean, and versatile cross-body lead variations from both open and closed positions. We’ll explore different turn options and transitions to help you expand your partnerwork while staying controlled and connected.
What you’ll work on:
- Clean cross-body lead technique
- Variations from open & closed position
- Turn combinations and transitions
- Lead clarity & follower responsiveness
Perfect for dancers looking to add variety, improve flow, and feel more confident in partnerwork.
📌 Additional Notes
- Attend one or multiple workshops — each is purchased separately.
- No partner required for any workshop.
- Classes start on time; please arrive 10–15 minutes early.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 33.85 to USD 81.88
