An incredible array of salsa workshops and parties are on offer this weekend in London.
First timers are offered an a free absolute beginners lesson on Fridays in Putney. The evening starts with a bachata lesson and multiple levels of salsa lessons, followed by a chance to practice in a social setting.
There is a Free Funky Friday at the Theatre Royal in Stratford, hosted by DJ Hughie. 4 hours of classic soul, Neo Soul, Funk, Jazz-funk and Latin music.
The late night oprion is in Balham, where Miguel brings the monthly Que Rico party to life with 2 rooms of salsa and kizomba till 2am.
Saturday's 3-hour beginners and improvers workshop in Putney starts at 2pm.
There is an early start and finish for Caramelo's 5th Anniversry party in Paddington on Saturday, where DJ Shaan is joined by DJ Julian Summers.
The central London late night option for dancers is Pexava in Holborn where there is a perfect dance floor, a host of experienced dancers, top DJs, a show, a lesson and the customary orange wedges to send you home refreshed.
On the late night tube, up in Totteridge, Salsatricity offer lessons each Saturday in salsa, bachata and kizomba, with the party till 1am,
Sunday's 5-hour workshop at Bar Salsa in Soho is for intermediate plus levels and includes Freezes, Dips 'n drops (doing them safely), Six beat moves (multiple spins and footwork), Transition steps plus some body language tips. Remember to quote London Salsa for £5 off the course cost.
Live salsa music is played on Sunday night in Richmond, where the mention of LondonSalsa on the door will get you £2 off. A fun night is pretty much assured.
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