Events & Socials

Practice what you learn

The Latin dance community is a friendly and social place to be. We offer regular dance practicas, parties and events where you can use and practice everything that you’ve learned in our classes.
We also run workshops in between terms, which usually contain content that fall outside of our regular curriculum. Sometimes we have special guest teachers (from NZ and overseas) who will share their expertise with you - so keep an eye out, you don’t want to miss them!

Upcoming Events

Cuban Salsa Beginners Crash Course

5:30pm - 7pm @ FULL SWING

We will be going over the basic footwork and easy partner-work patterns, ideal if you want to join our beginners class in the next upcoming term!

17

MAR

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Salsa Latin Party

9pm @ Full Swing

Join the hottest and most welcoming Salsa Latin Party in town. We play music for all tastes and styles (Salsa, Bachata and Zouk). Bring your friends and let’s dance.

An introductory class to either Salsa or Bachata is included in your ticket.

23

MAR

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Bachata Beginners Crash Course

6pm -8pm @ FULL SWING

We will be going over the basic footwork and easy partner-work patterns, ideal if you want to join our beginners class in the next upcoming term!

28

MAR

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Regular Events

SALSA LATIN PARTY

Join the hottest and most welcoming Salsa Latin Party in town. We play music for all tastes and styles. Bring your friends and let’s dance.
An introductory class to either Salsa or Bachata is included in your ticket. This starts at 9:00pm.

Juice and snacks are provided.

Where: Full Swing (Dixon Street)
When: Saturday, 23th March 2024
Time: 9:00pm - 12:00am
Entry fee: $15

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SUNDAY SALSA PRACTICA

We run this regular practica for those who find socials still a bit daunting. Here you can practice what you’ve learned in Salsa and Bachata class, and ask students and teachers for feedback. In Summer, we usually host these practicas outdoors, in the beautiful little spots that Wellington has to offer. In the Winter season, we host the practica at local dance studios or event venue locations. Check the location regularly, as it can change each practica.

Hosts: Clarence
Where: Toi Poneke (Abel Smith St.) or Thistle Hall Community centre (check official Facebook event)
When: Every alternate Sunday
Time: 2pm - 3.30pm
Who: All levels welcome
Entry fee: $5 (please pay at the door or online - check with Clarence for bank details)

Note: Our practicas are indoors from the 11th Feb onwards - entry fee applies.

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BAILAMOS BACHATA

A Bachata-focused social that runs every second Sunday of the month. Hosted by one of our Bachata instructors (Mike) and his partner Michelle. A free lesson is included, and is being done in turns by all Bachata schools in Wellington.

Hosts: Mike & Michelle (Capital Bachata Collective)
Where: Southern Cross Bar & Restaurant (Abel Smith St.)
When: Second Sunday of the month
Time: 6pm - 9pm
Who: All levels welcome
Entry fee: Free - But please support Southern Cross by purchasing food and drink. This allows us to continue hosting the event for free.

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