We’ll teach you to dance Cuban Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba en Rueda de Casino at Mocitos Dance School. Centrally located in Amsterdam City Center & Amsterdam-Noord. Fun Guaranteed.
Learn to dance…
Mocitos Dance School was founded in 2019 by Luis ‘Mocito’ Salazar Tavera (former owner of Salsamoso dance company). Here you will learn the authentic Cuban Salsa, as well as Bachata, Kizomba, Rueda de Casino and other dance styles, with that specific Mocito Flavour.
We offer classes on every level, from absolute beginners to advanced improvers, in Taparia Amsterdam and Club Akhnaton. Both venues are easily accessible from Amsterdam Central Station.
…and have fun
Dancing Salsa is not only about learning the steps by well trained teachers, it is also about having fun and meeting new people. That’s why we invite you to have a drink at the bar before or after your class and visit our weekly Salsa social The Meeting Point or our occasional Mocito Flavour parties, to practise your moves on the dance floor.
OUR DANCE CLASSES
Cuban salsa
At Mocitos we’ll teach you to dance the authentic Cuban Salsa, or ‘Casino’ as they call it on the island itself. From dile que no to setenta complicado, and the numerous variations that you can combine with these moves.
Bachata
This romantic dance in four-quarter time has its origins in the Dominican Republic. At Mocitos we offer you a fusion of Bachata Romantica, Dominicana and Sensual.
kizomba
The ‘African Tango’, as this slow and sensual dance from Angola is nicknamed, has obvious influences from the Argentinian Tango and Brazilian Zouk. Our classes are a fusion of Kizomba Traditional and Urban Kizz.
rueda de casino
While you are dancing ‘Salsa in a circle’ in pairs, you have to respond within 3 seconds to the move the caller shouts out loud. Absolute fun guaranteed, as well as a very fast improvement of your Salsa dancing.
Son Cubano
Before there was Salsa there was Son. ‘The Mother of Salsa’ is danced contra tiempo (On 2) and has its origins in Eastern Cuba in the late 19th century.
Afro Cubano
These ritual dances were brought to Cuba by African slaves. Every orisha (saint) that is being expressed has its own rhythm of the drums.
Rumba
One of the dance styles that has influenced Salsa is Rumba. Mastering sub genres like Yambo and Guaguancó can really spice up your Salsa dancing.
Man & Lady Styling
Learn to move on the dance floor like a Latino or Latina, with body isolations to loosen up your body, short choreographies and influences from other dance styles like Salsa, Son Cubano, Rumba and Reggaeton.
Private lesson or event?
Private lessons
At Mocitos Dance School we offer private dance lessons for singles or couples. Ideal if you would like to get some extra personal attention, if you cannot attend weekly classes due to your busy (work) schedule or if you would like to learn a choreography for the opening dance of your wedding.
events or group workshops
Organizing a bachelor party, team event, festival or other event? We can make a custom program to fully fulfill your needs. We offer workshops in all our dance styles, in Puerto Pata Negra or Club Akhnaton or at any other desired location.
There Is More!
Comida con Salsa
Did you know that Luis, the owner of our dance school, is also a professional chef? He combines the best of both worlds with Comida con Salsa.
From 18.00 till 19.30 you can enjoy a traditional Cuban meal, from 19.30 till 21.00 you’ll be getting a fun workshop Cuban Salsa (1,5 hours). Check our upcoming events for the next issue.
Cuban Corner
Our Cuban Corner has opened at Café De Ruimte @ Distelweg 83 in Amsterdam.
In our Cuban ‘toko’ we serve our Cuban classics, for take away or to dine at our terrace outside.
Opening hours:
Thursdays till Sundays from 12h00 – 21h00.
Every Friday: Cuban Happy Hour!
Workshops in 1 Day
Want to learn the basics of Cuban Salsa in just 1 afternoon? Or Bachata, Kizomba, Son Cubano? We give Workshops in 1 Day on a regular basis. Check our upcoming events for more info about that.
Upcoming Events
Reviews
Jeroen
Isabel
Good teachers, real Cuban music, cosy place
Joke
J.
Good teacher, nice lessons, the time flies during the hour.
Alex
Great organization, really fun atmosphere, and Luis… He is the best if you really want to learn Salsa. To sum up the whole experience: amazing! I strongly recommend the intensive bootcamp.
Why Dance With Us?
professional Teachers
From Cuba, Curacao, Surinam and Holland.
Centrally located in Amsterdam & Utrecht
In Café De Ruimte, Club Akhnaton in Amsterdam and
Tapasbar El Mundo.
More than 25 years of experience
Teaching thousands of students how to dance.
we speak your language
We offer our lessons in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Authentic Cuban Salsa
We are specialised in the original Salsa from Cuba.
events and parties
Join our dance parties, events and workshops to practice.
no dance partner needed
You can join solo, but of course also together with your partner or a friend.
Change your day of classes
Busy shedule? Don’t worry, you can catch up your missed class on another day (up to 2 times per course).
We’re a family and everybody is welcome!
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