Learn to dance salsa - How long does it take ?

If you want to learn to dance salsa, one question you should ask yourself is "How much time do I have to learn to dance salsa?"

As with anything, you will need to dedicate some time to this dance. How fast you learn is entirely up to you!

At the Atrium Dance Studio, its pretty structured. Basics 1 will take you 6 weeks to learn and Basics 2 will take you another 6 weeks to learn. The next level is intermediate level. At a minimum, you should take this class for 3 months before moving to the advanced classes. Although, most people wait a year or more before taking Advanced class.

Timeline to Learn to Dance Salsa

• Basics 1 – 6 weeks
• Basics 2 – 6 weeks
• Intermediate - 3 months
• Advanced – you're on your own

You may opt to take Basics 1 and Basics 2 and the repeat both levels again while taking intermediate class. This will let you learn things that you may have missed or even re-learn some things that you may have learned wrong. The basic steps are the foundation of salsa dancing, so its a good idea that you take as much time to learn your basics correctly.

Let me say that again. Learn your basic steps ! Later down the road, you'll find that every intermediate and advanced move is made up of the basic steps. If you can take the same lessons 2 times a week, it will accelerate your learning curve and help you master the basic moves. So get out there and learn to dance salsa !