Salsa Therapy is the place where ordinary people become great social dancers

Our Salsa and Bachata classes are created to be fun and enjoyable for people of all skill levels. You will learn how to dance with style and flair on the social dance floor.

🎉 NEW Bachata Beginners 9th July @ Toi Aro Arts Centre

OUR STUDIOS in 2026 — Thistle Hall; 22 Webb & Toi Aro Arts Centre

🎉 NEW Bachata Beginners 9th July @ Toi Aro Arts Centre OUR STUDIOS in 2026 — Thistle Hall; 22 Webb & Toi Aro Arts Centre

What we offer

Cuban Salsa

Bachata

Practicas & Socials

Completely new to dancing?

Our classes are:

  • Perfect for people without any dance experience

  • Fun and easy to learn

  • A great way to exercise

  • A place for making new friends

  • No partner required (but bring them anyway if you have one!)

  • Inclusive and welcoming with lots of events to practice

  • Teaching you dance skills that you can use worldwide

OUR BEGINNER COURSES

*Please check our timetable for upcoming Term dates or advertised one-off FREE trial sessions.

Class Timetable

TERM 3 - 2026
starts on 3rd and 8th JUNE

We run our classes in 5 Terms per year with 8 weeks each. In our classes we gradually progress each week, introducing our students to different elements of the dance and helping them develop movement, musicality and coordination, as well as footwork. As you progress through each week, you will gain more confidence on the dance floor. We look forward to seeing you at one of our classes.


MONDAY

VENUE - Thistle Hall

6PM

SALSA INTERMEDIATE - LEVEL 4

LILIA & ANDRIJA
Ger your social dancing to the next level!
Musicality, shines, connection, RUEDA de Casino

7PM

SALSA INTERMEDIATE - LEVEL 1

LILIA and JAY
We continue on working on Rueda de Casino moves & build confidence
with foundation moves

8PM

SALSA BEGINNERS - LEVEL 3

LILIA & Angie
 Let’s continue building your confidence
so, you can feel good on the dance floor.

WEDNESDAY

VENUE - L1, 22 Webb St.

6PM

NEW SALSA BEGINNERS - LEVEL 1

LILIA & Andrija
Let’ s us introduce you to the basics and the connection with your partner.

7PM

THURSDAY

NEW - TOI ARO ARTS CENTRE 3 Market Lane

BACHATA Improvers - LEVEL 1

LILIA & ANDRIJA
Let’s add styling, introduction to slow body movement and better understanding of Bachata music.

6PM

NEW BACHATA BEGINNERS - LEVEL 1

LILIA & ADAM

Learn Bachata with our friendly and fun weekly classes
We offer: Structured classes with progressive learning.
Easy and fun, social moves.
Great for complete beginners and those with some experience
STUDIO 2

Events

UPCOMING


FREE Bachata Beginners taster class
📍 Southern Cross Bar & Restaurant
6.30PM – 7PM: Bachata Beg. Lesson
6PM till 9PM Social Dancing and fun

This event is part of Bailamos Bachata at Southern Cross Bar & Restaurant
Readdy to ditch the tabu about dancing and come along to groove under some cool Latin tunes.
Join us for a night full of fun and discover the benefits of social dancing.


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JUL‘26


Salsa Latin Party
📍 Two Right Feet, 175 Vivian St

🕕 8:45pm — Free Bachata beginner’s class
🕕 9:20pm — Social dancing
DJ Libaila will spin some new and old tunes. Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, & Son

Everyone is welcome, including beginners. Come along for a fun night of dancing and socialising.

Entry: $15

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JUL’26


Bachata Beginners 4-week course
📍 TOI ARO - 3 Market Lane
Thursdays - from 9th July
🕕 6PM – 7PM

Our Beginner Bachata Course is the perfect introduction to this easy and fun Latin dance style. Master the fundamentals of Bachata in a supportive, and relaxed environment.

But Bachata is about more than just dancing. It's a fantastic way to reduce stress, boost your mood, improve confidence, and connect with others. The combination of music, movement, and social interaction has been shown to support mental wellbeing, helping you feel more energized, focused, and positive.

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JUL’26

  • What Marina and Dmitry say about Salsa Therapy

    We joined Salsa Therapy several years ago and dancing became an important part of our life. We can be very tired from work and house chores, but as soon as we come to the class, the mood improves straight away with the first movement. It takes time to learn new tricky moves, but then you go dancing at the parties or go to the practice and realise that it's one of the greatest joys of our lives. What is unique about Salsa Therapy is that the teachers take time to teach you the techniques of the move which means that it's much easier to learn to lead and follow in partner dancing. The dance community is great as well. We met so many amazing people here and it's a pleasure to dance with them.

    - Marina and Dmitry

  • What Neranga says about Salsa Therapy

    "I wanted to try something outside my comfort zone. Salsa Therapy has been amazing in moulding me into a confident dancer in a variety of styles. The teachers at the school are very friendly and skilled with a wealth of experience behind them. I would highly recommend starting your dancing journey here."

  • What Clarence says about Salsa Therapy

    “When I started classes with Salsa Therapy, I found my extended family and friends. The teachers are friendly and professional. The school practices equality and diversity. Neither posey nor pretentious. The students are also very supportive of each other. Apparently ST is the most technical Latin dance school in Welly.

    If you haven’t experienced Salsa and Bachata, then you must try it. It is fun to learn with ST:).”

  • What Kayla says about Salsa Therapy

    “Salsa therapy has changed my life!

    Dancing is such a fun way to stay active, get out of your comfort zone and try something new. It's how I relax and get away from life's stress. Here is where I made most of my friends when I first moved to Wellington & this is how I met my partner.

    The teachers are so patient and supportive & make it a really fun safe environment. They are always willing to help and give so much of themselves to the school & our progress. Salsa therapy feels like family, and we always welcome new people!”