SALSA Central Miami Beach

Salsa Central is a Latin dance studio at 930 Washington Ave in South Beach, upstairs in the Bank of America building. For over 20 years it has taught salsa, bachata, merengue, cha-cha-cha and salsa casino to beginners through advanced dancers, in group classes and private lessons.

Guests praise the patient, structured teaching: complete beginners say they were dancing by the end of their first class, and visitors on short trips book private sessions to progress fast. Classes are drop-in and no partner is needed, since there are always enough people to rotate with.

The studio also offers couples lessons, wedding dance coaching, bachelorette groups and social dance events. Many guests are travelers staying in South Beach who chose the studio for its walkable location, while a loyal community of regulars has been attending for years.

Weekday classes run from noon to 10 PM, and the studio is closed Sundays. Wear sneakers or dance shoes and expect a workout along with the fun.