On Wed and Thu access to Paddington Academy reception area is available from 6:40PM only with Caramelo team present on site. Note: All 4-week course packages are valid for ONE course month and all courses within a package have to be taken within that month and by the same person. Please check our Terms and Conditions prior to signing up.
Looking for Salsa classes in London? You've come to the right place! At Caramelo Latin Dance you will find only the highest quality tuition in Crossbody Salsa On1 and On2, as well as in and many other Latin dances. Our 4-week Latin dance courses are perfect for a consistent and immersive approach that will help you see a marked progression in your dancing irrespective of your level.
Looking for Salsa classes in London? You've come to the right place! At Caramelo Latin Dance you will find only the highest quality tuition in Crossbody Salsa On1 and On2, as well as in and many other Latin dances. Our 4-week Latin dance courses are perfect for a consistent and immersive approach that will help you see a marked progression in your dancing irrespective of your level.
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Shaan is an internationally respected and established Latin dance instructor, performer and DJ. He can be found regularly teaching in London, the U.K. and internationally.
Affectionately known everywhere for beautiful leading skills and for "London's smooth moves", he has been dancing Salsa, Cha Cha, Mambo, Bachata and other Latin dances for 25 years; teaching for more than 21 years, acquiring a vast knowledge and experience, equalled by very few, in the field of Latin dance in the UK.Shaan was the creator, originator of the concept and true founder of Latin Dance Academy.
Affectionately known everywhere for beautiful leading skills and for "London's smooth moves", he has been dancing Salsa, Cha Cha, Mambo, Bachata and other Latin dances for 25 years; teaching for more than 21 years, acquiring a vast knowledge and experience, equalled by very few, in the field of Latin dance in the UK.Shaan was the creator, originator of the concept and true founder of Latin Dance Academy.
For the Required Dress-Code, Arrival Time and Academy Building Rules - please make sure to review our Terms and Conditions. Coming with a partner is not necessary. Many students come for the class alone, or with a group of friends. In any case, during the class, you will be partnered up with your classmates and partners will be rotated during each class so that everyone gets a chance to have a partner.
We offer 4 Week Courses, which means you need to commit to each course for a 4 week period. Monthly packages allow you to take either one or multiple courses within the same 4 week period at a discounted price. E.g. a "2 Courses" package allows you to take two different courses within the same 4-week period.
At Caramelo we teach a variety of Latin dance forms, such as Crossbody Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha, NY Mambo On2, Styling, as well as Kizomba. Salsa dancing is completely inclusive and is suitable for anyone regardless of age, or level of ability.
So much more than just dance classes, Salsa is a great way to stay fit, meet new people, make friends, challenge yourself and discover a passion you did not know you had! Work on your balance, coordination, fitness levels and fluidity of movement - all while having fun! Salsa classes can give you the confidence you need, as well as help you break the routine and escape the hectic lifestyle of today.
So much more than just dance classes, Salsa is a great way to stay fit, meet new people, make friends, challenge yourself and discover a passion you did not know you had! Work on your balance, coordination, fitness levels and fluidity of movement - all while having fun! Salsa classes can give you the confidence you need, as well as help you break the routine and escape the hectic lifestyle of today.
If you are looking for that next challenge to take your dancing to the next level, read on: our 12 Week Training & Performing Courses provide you with the hardcore training delivered by the top UK dancers and internationally acclaimed Caramelo teaching team instructors directed by Shaan.
This is an exceptional chance to be a part of a dedicated and passionate team, train hard, push your limits, enjoy the process and have fun, learn a stylish choreography and have opportunities to perform both in the UK and internationally as part of the Caramelo student team.Training within a student dance team is a great way to significantly raise your level of dancing.
This is an exceptional chance to be a part of a dedicated and passionate team, train hard, push your limits, enjoy the process and have fun, learn a stylish choreography and have opportunities to perform both in the UK and internationally as part of the Caramelo student team.Training within a student dance team is a great way to significantly raise your level of dancing.
Reviews (17)
Divna Gakovic
Nov 19, 2021
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I cannot tell you what an uplifting experience this was. Shaan is an incredible teacher. His passion for this dance and talent as a teacher is what carries and develops you. Everyone in the group was a beginner and, by the end, we were ready to go dancing at a salsa club.
Thank you for such an amazing experience; I will definitely be going again!
Thank you for such an amazing experience; I will definitely be going again!
John Paul Zampetti
Oct 15, 2021
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I did the 1-Day Intensive Bachata Beginners Course and absolutely loved it!
Our instructor, Ovgu, was super friendly and welcoming, and we really crammed a lot into the day! For me, it was the perfect balance of fun and challenging :)
If you're looking for a crash course to get you comfortable with Bachata basics by the end of the day, then I can't recommend this course highly enough :)))
Thanks again Ovgu & Caramelo Dance!!
Our instructor, Ovgu, was super friendly and welcoming, and we really crammed a lot into the day! For me, it was the perfect balance of fun and challenging :)
If you're looking for a crash course to get you comfortable with Bachata basics by the end of the day, then I can't recommend this course highly enough :)))
Thanks again Ovgu & Caramelo Dance!!
Kay M.
Oct 15, 2021
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This past month, I’ve had a great time attending both the salsa and bachata beginner classes - with my friend who suggested it. Shaan is a great instructor and breaks down the basic steps really well. Shaan and Teresa also showed us amazing partner work! No matter if you pick up the steps fast or slow everyone is encouraged equally. Practice , practice , practice is key. This is a great environment to learn Latin dances and meet some new people!
Katerina Papagavriel
Oct 13, 2021
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Ricardo
Sep 27, 2021
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We started with the intensive Sunday Bachata course and found it very well structured by the instructor Mr Shaan, his experience, personality and good humor helped us relax to enjoy the lesson in company of charming course mates.
We liked it so much that we joined the 4 weeks course to improve further.
The reception staff are extremely charming and helpful.
All in all a lovely experience.
Elvira & Ricardo
We liked it so much that we joined the 4 weeks course to improve further.
The reception staff are extremely charming and helpful.
All in all a lovely experience.
Elvira & Ricardo
Stumps Cranks
Sep 14, 2021
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Denise Liano
Jul 17, 2020
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I highly recommend Caramelo to everyone wants to have fun, grow as dancer and meet lovely people! I've been studying here just from 9 moths but I completely feel all the amazing Caramelo team as part as my family here in London. All the teachers are well prepared and enthusiastic and they will give you useful tips that help to shine on the dance floor. I also love to be part of the performance team and I recommend it to all the motivated people that want to challenge themselves and develop their skills on the stage.
Luisa Kocvarova
Nov 04, 2019
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I am so happy I joined this dance school. I have tried couple of different ones before but wasn´t feeling it. Caramelo is exactly what I was looking for. Great friendly/family like atmosphere. All the teachers are professional but also fun! Everything is taught in detail which I think is important. We get on very well with the other students and I´m looking forward to continue with my salsa and bachata and most probably adding other dances! Would highly recommend.
Fivos Lykos
Aug 29, 2019
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Richard Casemore
Aug 06, 2019
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My girlfriend gifted me a beginner's intensive salsa day. It was intense and fun! The lesson taught the basic steps and gave a great introduction to partner work. My experience of working with a partner in the past has always been unfulfilling, I really made a huge leap in my confidence and excited about going to the next class. Highly recommended for first time ever beginners!
Monika Mordel
Jun 19, 2019
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Taras Hatailo
May 08, 2019
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Gregory Peeters
Nov 17, 2018
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My girlfriend and I joined the team because we love dancing salsa together and we always wanted to be part of a show. My expectations were to have a lot of fun, learn new things, push myself, meet nice people and create a great team spirit. I really enjoyed performing with our team, I can even say I made some new close friends, which I am grateful… for. Unfortunately from day one we were challenged by the teacher since we wanted to dance together in the shows, which was for us the main reason for joining, to spend more time together doing something fun. Other things followed that took away
Adrianna Wojnarowicz
Nov 15, 2018
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We had a good time with our course mates on students performance team – really nice bunch of people, however please be aware of a few drawbacks that took the fun out of it. Teacher Teresa who is very self-centred,rude at times and behaves very unprofessionally. Organisation of things was very last minute or none – made things very messy. Teachers… were caught speaking very not nice things about students behind their backs to other students and each other, creating lots of unnecessary drama, bad atmosphere and ruining team spirit - very childish behaviour in many situations. Before
Carole Belibachata
Sep 28, 2018
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Sarah King
Jul 29, 2018
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Martyna Farrell
May 28, 2018
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