THE LONGEST RUNNING SALSA SCHOOL IN NEW ZEALAND

Welcome to Salsa Magic

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What to Expect at Salsa Magic

Salsa and Mambo Lessons

Join our fun-filled lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays! We offer New York linear Salsa on 1 and on 2 (aka Mambo), with classes by our friendly and talented instructors.

Classes are offered at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.

Click here to learn more about these dance styles.

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Social Dancing and Events

We regularly host social dancing events so you can meet people and use the dance moves you’ve learnt! It’s a fun, low-pressure way to enjoy Salsa and Bachata.

We run Friday Fiestas once a month with other socials and events peppered in.

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Performances and Community

Salsa Magic is known for having a vibrant, supportive, and friendly dance community. It’s a great place to build amazing friendships and perform together, perhaps even competing in international competitions!

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New Students

For complete beginners and those newer to salsa, we offer a beginner course that will get you dancing and having fun from the very first week.

Experienced

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For those with salsa experience who dance with us regularly, book your classes here or via the Glofox app.

What Classes Look Like

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What Our Students Say

β€œSalsa Magic is the best!! So much awesome energy and everyone is so friendly and welcoming you feel part of the whānau straight away. The teachers are awesome and I love dancing my nights away with them. ”
— Georgia Crawford
β€œThe Salsa Magic whanau are amazing, you will love their culture and professionalism. Wonderful people creating magic, changing people lives and sharing it with the world ❀”
— Anania Randall
β€œSuch a great community to be part of! Such a great family away from my blood family! This year has been uphill and COVID felt even worse than 2020. Salsa has been my lifeline. A kindly push to being a bit better dancer and human every year and such a healthy distraction from being away from home.”
— Florencia Hoyuelos

β€œThe one thing that makes Salsa Magic really stand out, is their community. Rarely have I seen such an inclusive, supportive group of people who are so open and friendly. […] So for those sitting on the fence about learning or pre-igniting their Salsa, this is what you need! Trust me, you'll love it! βœŒοΈβ€œ

β€” Jordan Berry



Frequently Asked Questions

  • Not at all! We rotate in class anyway so you’ll get to dance with everyone. But feel free to bring someone with you!

  • Wear something comfortable and that you can move in. Keep in mind that dancing is active and you should expect to sweat! Clothing that is breathable and that doesn't result in obvious sweat patches is always a good call.

  • There's no need to wear special dance shoes. As with your clothing, wear something comfortable that you can move in. Try to avoid shoes with excessive grip on the soles.

    Ladies, it's generally best to start out in flat shoes (rather then heels). If you wish to purchase dance shoes, have a chat to us in class. We can help advise you on type and brand including where you can buy them.

  • Unfortunately no, but we’ll get you up to speed as quickly as possible so you can catch up!

  • Talk to our friendly front desk team, or let the teachers know! We’re always on the lookout for aspiring performers.

  • Yes, if you are away for 3 weeks or longer, send us an email to pause your membership.

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