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 6th AUG @ Toi Aro Arts Centre

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

🎉 NEW Bachata Beginners 6th AUG @ 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 4 - 2026
starts on 3rd, 5th and 6th AUG

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 2

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

6PM

Private lessons - Book your spot

with LILIA de Castro
Fast-Track Your Progress in Salsa / Bachata! 

Looking to improve faster or focus on specific areas of your dancing?
Private lessons are the perfect way to take your skills to the next level!

👉 Personalized attention – Tailored to your level and goals
👉 Faster progress – Learn at your own pace, with focused guidance
👉 Perfect for beginners – Build confidence before joining group classes
👉 Great for experienced dancers – Refine technique, styling, or musicality

7PM

THURSDAY

NEW - TOI ARO ARTS CENTRE - 3 Market Lane

BACHATA Intermediate - LEVEL 1

LILIA & ANDRIJA
We are building your confidence with musicality, syncopated steps and mastering some of the foundation moves used in Bachata Moderna and
Sensual Bachata

7PM

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

LILIA & ADAM

Sensual Bachata with ZOUK influence and techniques. If you have already experience in BACHATA and you want to take your skills to the next level join our Sensual Bachata classes and learn how to have fun with some cool moves and body waves
STUDIO 2

Events

UPCOMING


2

AUG ‘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

6

AUG’26

BACHATA Beginners FULL TERM
📍 TOI ARO - 3 Market Lane
Thursdays - from 6th AUG
🕕 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.


SALSA Beginners CRASH COURSE
4-weeks
📍 L1 22 Webb st.
SUNDAYS - from 2nd AUG
🕕 4PM – 5.30PM

Our Beginner Salsa Crash Course is the perfect introduction to Salsa, designed for absolute beginners. Over 6 hours of fun, structured learning. Master the fundamentals of Cuban Salsa in a supportive, and relaxed environment.
But Salsa is about more than just dancing. It's a fantastic way to reduce stress, boost your mood, improve confidence, and connect with others.

18

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!”