Latin Roots Dance Academy Β· Edinburgh

Learn Salsa & Bachata in Edinburgh. Start from zero and make dancing part of your week.

Join a structured 4-week Beginner Course for complete beginners. Learn both dances step by step, meet people, and build the confidence to enjoy social dancing. No partner or previous experience needed.

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No partner needed
Tuesday Β· Wednesday Β· Sunday options
Experience Latin Roots

More than classes.

Learn Salsa and Bachata, meet great people, enjoy weekly socials, and become part of a real academy community in the heart of Edinburgh.

Busy Salsa and Bachata class at Latin Roots Dance Academy Edinburgh
Where learning and social dancing come together Structured classes, weekly socials, and a welcoming community that gives you something exciting to look forward to every week.
Latin Roots instructors helping students learn Salsa and Bachata in Edinburgh
Progress with confidence Clear teaching, practical feedback, and a structured pathway designed to help adults improve.
Students social dancing at Latin Roots in Edinburgh
Join a welcoming community Many students start alone and quickly find themselves surrounded by friendly faces on and off the dance floor.
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Latin Roots weekly social dancing Weekly Socials
Students learning without a partner at Latin Roots No Partner Needed
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Structured Salsa and Bachata learning pathway Structured Training
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Why Latin Roots

One academy. A full path into Salsa & Bachata.

Learn in structured classes, train through clear stages, and use it all at weekly socials with people you recognise.

With 10+ years of teaching, 170+ Google reviews, 20+ weekly classes, and four progressive stages, Latin Roots gives adults a clear way to start properly and keep growing.

170+ Google reviews Trusted by students and dancers across Edinburgh.
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Highly rated by our students
20+ Classes every week A full weekly timetable across Salsa, Bachata, stages, training, and socials.
10+ Years of experience Over a decade of teaching adults Salsa and Bachata in Edinburgh.
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Over a decade of teaching
4 Progressive stages A clear pathway from complete beginner to advanced training.
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Latin Roots Dance Academy community in Edinburgh with Salsa and Bachata students
A complete Salsa & Bachata academy experience. From your first beginner course to weekly socials and progressive training, Latin Roots gives adults a clear place to learn, practise, connect, and dance in Edinburgh.
Your Latin Roots journey

Start with one course. Grow into a dancer.

From your first class to confident social dancing, Latin Roots gives you a clear path to learn properly, keep improving, and feel part of the academy.

Beginner Salsa and Bachata course at Latin Roots Edinburgh
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Start properly

Join the 4-week Salsa & Bachata Beginner Course, designed for complete beginners with clear guidance and no partner needed.

Students building strong Salsa and Bachata foundations at Latin Roots
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Build your foundation

Learn rhythm, technique, partnerwork, and the skills that make dancing feel clearer and more natural.

Latin Roots students training Salsa and Bachata technique in Edinburgh
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Keep progressing

Move through progressive stages with more classes, deeper training, and expert support as you grow.

Latin Roots social dancing community in Edinburgh
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Feel part of it

Practise at socials, meet people naturally, and build a weekly rhythm that makes dancing part of your life.

See the 4-Week Beginner Course
Student stories

The experience, in their words.

Students talk about the teaching, the atmosphere, the people, and the confidence they build along the way β€” because Latin Roots is not just something they try once. It becomes part of their week.

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β€œI came on my own and quickly felt part of something.”

The music, the teachers, and the general vibe make you feel free to be yourself and enjoy the learning. After a few months, I’m hooked β€” no regrets taking that first step back into dancing.

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β€œThe instructors are patient, attentive, and welcoming. Everything is explained clearly with plenty of repetition.”

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β€œHigh standards, a fun atmosphere, and so much support. You learn every week and can’t stop smiling.”

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β€œEvery week I look forward to Latin Roots. Phenomenal vibes, incredible value, and I’ve learned so much.”

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β€œSupportive, engaging, and lots of fun. I love seeing progress each week and meeting people through class.”

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Social dancing

Learn in class. Use it on the dance floor.

The academy gives you the training. Our socials give you the space to practise, connect, enjoy the music, and make dancing part of your week.

The moment class becomes real dancing. Training gives you the confidence. Social dancing gives you the music, the connection, and the feeling of being part of a room that comes alive together.

Latin Roots Social

Our regular Sunday Salsa & Bachata social at Shanghai Club β€” a welcoming city-centre space to practise, dance, and meet people naturally.

Every Sunday
Salsa + Bachata
Guest List available
City-centre venue
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A Bailar!

Our bigger Salsa & Bachata event night with classes, music, social dancing, and the full Latin Roots atmosphere.

Salsa + Bachata
Pre-social classes
Music + social dancing
Academy event night
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Location

A city-centre home for your dancing.

Latin Roots classes and socials take place at Shanghai Club, inside Le Monde Hotel on George Street β€” a central Edinburgh location that is easy to find and simple to reach.

Whether you are coming after work, meeting friends before class, or joining us for a social, the academy is based in the heart of the city with strong transport links nearby.

Shanghai Club, inside Le Monde Hotel 16a George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PF
Shanghai Club inside Le Monde Hotel on George Street Edinburgh
George Street A central Edinburgh location in the heart of the city.
Easy transport Close to Waverley Station, trams, taxis, and major bus routes.
After-work friendly Easy to fit into your evening routine straight after work.
Evening parking Nearby on-street parking is free after 6:30pm.
Wellington and Eleanna teaching Salsa and Bachata at Latin Roots Dance Academy Edinburgh
Expert guidance

Led by instructors who know how to build dancers.

Latin Roots is led by Wellington and Eleanna, bringing together professional instruction, clear structure, and a warm approach that helps adults learn with confidence.

From your first beginner course to higher-level training, you are guided by instructors who care about technique, progress, musicality, and the experience you have inside the academy.

Wellington and Eleanna teaching Salsa and Bachata at Latin Roots Dance Academy Edinburgh
Professional instruction Clear teaching, strong foundations, and practical feedback.
Structured progression A guided pathway through courses, stages, and continued training.
Adult-friendly approach Welcoming guidance for people starting alone or returning to dance.
Beyond the steps Teaching that connects technique, music, partnerwork, and social dancing.
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Choose your route

Start in the way that suits you.

Ready to begin? Join the 4-week Beginner Course. Want to experience it first? Book a Β£5 Try. Already dance or looking for socials? There is a clear route for that too.

Complete beginner

4-Week Beginner Course

Start from zero with Salsa and Bachata, clear guidance, and no partner or previous experience needed.

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Β£5 Try Salsa & Bachata

Experience both dances before deciding. Your Β£5 is credited towards the Beginner Course if you join.

Book My Β£5 Try β†’ Already dancing

Introductory Session

Join a regular class for placement, experience the academy, and find the right stage for your weekly training.

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Socials & Events

Join our Sunday Latin Roots Social or A Bailar! for Salsa, Bachata, music, and social dancing.

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