beginner salsa & BAchata

Absolute beginner classes hosted monthly in Milwaukee on the weekends. Classes hosted at Heavy Hitters Athletic Facility - no partner or previous experience required.

check out our class guide

Thinking about trying salsa but not sure where to start?

You’re not alone. This guide walks you through what a beginner salsa class actually feels like—so you can step in with confidence, even if you’ve never danced before.

read more here

where we host classes

Heavy Hitters Athletic Facility

415 S. 3rd St. Milwaukee, WI 53204

We don’t have a weekly studio location — we meet here 1-2x monthly for structured beginner classes.

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Upcoming classes

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  • A welcoming & inclusive space...

    “I have always been interested in trying a Latin dance class, but always found the different spaces to be too intimidating or expensive. I stumbled across the website for Daync and it seemed like a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone and I was not wrong.

    Josh and Amber have done an incredible job of creating a space where anyone of any race or age and with any skillset can come and try Latin dance without the worry of being judged or feeling stupid. I had so much fun and felt so encouraged to just feel the music and enjoy being around other people. There were times when I felt like I was doing amazing and times where I could not find the step to save my life, but i was always smiling! Truly, what a wonderful place to laugh, have fun, meet like minded people, and find healing. I cannot wait for the next class, to learn more, and to hopefully grow friendships and community with this group. Thank you both!”

    Jessica Duss

  • ...a perfect place to learn and grow as a dancer

    “Despite having prior dancing experience, in my time with Daync, I have felt I’ve learned more than ever. The attention to detail and technique in combination with the positive environment makes it a perfect place to learn and grow as a dancer.”

    Jocelyn Gallegos

  • ...the best academy we have ever studied through

    “This is our night we look forward to weekly! We love the “family “ of wonderful and supportive friends that we have made here all while gaining a skill and appreciation for Latin dance from Josh and Amber. They are so patient, kind and give clear and concise dance instruction mixed with lots of humor! Such an outstanding approach and it makes Daync studio the best studio we have ever studied through!”

    Rebecca Augustine

  • ...the instructors really know how to make the class fun and go out of their way to teach you...

    “If I could give a higher score I would. The atmosphere, the teaching, the connection with people it’s all fun and entertaining. The instructors really know how to make the class fun and go out of their way to teach you. They always open to questions and willing to hear or see if getting the dances correct. Amber and Josh also make you feel home and welcomed. I recommend anyone that wants to take dance classes this is the place to come to, You’ll have lots of fun at the same time learning the technique of the dance you choose.”

    J Cruz

  • ...I had so much fun!

    “I had so much fun! Everyone is so kind and friendly. You don’t have to bring a partner because you’ll be asked to dance all night long!

    Trair W