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Six classes over eight weeks. Salsa runs Monday and Tuesday. Bachata runs Thursday. Don’t know which classes to take? Reach out to the team via socials or the contact form.

Term 3 · 11 May → 6 July 2026  ·  Gorman Arts Centre · Braddon  
When & WHere

THREE NIGHTS A WEEK.

All classes at Gorman Arts Centre. Doors open 15 minutes before your class, come early on your first night and we’ll be there to answer any questions.

Monday
6:30 — 7:30 PM
Salsa 1
Start here 60 min
7:30 — 8:30 PM
Salsa 2
Improver 60 min
Tuesday
6:30 — 7:15 PM
Salsa 3
Intermediate 45 min
7:15 — 8:00 PM
Salsa Techniques
All levels 45 min
8:00 — 8:45 PM
Salsa Advanced
Advanced 45 min
Thursday
6:30 — 7:30 PM
Bachata 1
Start here 60 min
7:30 — 8:30 PM
Bachata 2
Improver 60 min
Pricing

ONE CLASS. TWO CLASSES.
OR JUST ONE NIGHT.

Term passes are the best value if you're committing to the full eight weeks. Drop-in is great if you want to try a class first or your week is unpredictable.

Beginners

Any level 1 class

$70/ term

Learn or refresh the basics of Salsa or Bachata. Suitable for absolute beginners.

  • Any beginner class
  • No memberships or recurring payments
  • Best way to start social dancing
Most popular

JST Beginners Package

$110/ term

Learn both Salsa 1 and Bachata 1. Suitable for absolute beginners and keen dancers.

  • Learn everything you need to know to go social dancing
  • No memberships or recurring payments
  • Great value
Package

Starter Package

$150/ term

This package gives you access to a term of a Salsa or Bachata Level 1 and a Level 2+ class. Suitable for dancers of all levels.

  • Great for single night availability
  • Revise your foundations and upskill in one package
Package

Salsa Step Up

$180/ class

Learn and build on your Salsa dancing. This package gives you access to Salsa 3 and Salsa Techniques.

  • Salsa 3 and Salsa Techniques
  • No memberships or recurring payments
    Any Level 2+ Class

    Any Level 2+ Class

    $120/ term

    Enrol in Salsa 2, 3, Techniques or Bachata 2. Suitable for those who have completed at least Salsa 1 or Bachata 1, or equivalent.

    • Best for those who with limited time available
    Most popular

    Full JST Package

    $240/ term

    Experience and unlock every class in the timetable at your leisure. The quickest way to learn social dancing.

    • Best value for multiple classes
    Package

    Multiple classes

    $Ask Us

    Want to do multiple classes but can't find a package for you? Let us know, discounted pricing available for multiple classes.

    Invite-only

    Salsa Advanced

    $240/ term

    Think you're ready to advance your Salsa? Get in touch with us.

    • Class by invitation only
    • Class tailored to group
    • For motivated dancers
    Choosing a level

    Which Class is for you?

    If you’re not sure, the answer is almost always Salsa 1 or Bachata 1, that’s how nearly everyone in our community started.

    Salsa 1

    Mon 6:30pm · 60 min

    The basic, partner work fundamentals, your first cross-body lead, and your first turns. We assume zero. By the end of the term you'll be ready to step onto a social dance floor.

    For you if You've never done Latin dance, or it's been long enough that "starting again" makes sense.

    Salsa 2

    Mon 7:30pm · 60 min

    Building vocabulary. New patterns, more confident leading and following, introduction to musicality. Most students do at least one term of Salsa 2 before moving up.

    For you if You've completed Salsa 1 (with us or somewhere else) and the basic feels natural now.

    Salsa 3

    Tue 6:30pm · 45 min

    Multi-spin patterns, body movement, and sharper musical interpretation. You're starting to look like a salsa dancer rather than someone learning steps.

    For you if You're comfortable with Salsa 2 vocabulary and ready to step up the complexity.

    Salsa Techniques

    Tue 7:15pm · 45 min

    A focused class on the underlying mechanics — turn technique, frame, footwork drills, body isolation. Improves every dance you do, at every level.

    For you if You're at any level and want your fundamentals to be sharper. Pairs well with any other class.

    Salsa Advanced

    Tue 8:00pm · 45 min

    For experienced dancers. Complex patterns, advanced styling, performance-grade musicality. We move fast and assume the fundamentals are there.

    For you if You've done multiple terms of Salsa 3 or equivalent, or you've been social dancing for years.

    Bachata 1

    Thu 6:30pm · 60 min

    Sensual and soulful. Learn the basic, partner connection, and the side-to-side feel that defines bachata. Many of our students do Bachata 1 alongside Salsa 1 — they reinforce each other.

    For you if You're new to bachata. Salsa experience helps but isn't required.

    Bachata 2

    Thu 7:30pm · 60 min

    Build on the basic with body movement, combinations, and the modern moves that make bachata feel so good on the social floor.

    For you if You've completed Bachata 1 (or equivalent) and the basic feels natural.

    Still unsure?

    If you've read all of this and you're still on the fence, just message us. We'll ask three questions and tell you exactly which class to start with. No pressure.

    Email us
    Your first night

    First time at JST?
    Here's what you can expect.

    01

    You don’t need a partner

    You don't need a partner We rotate through partners every class. You'll get a chance to dance with everyone, and get used to leading and following.

    02

    You don’t need experience

    You don't need prior experience We start from the very beginning. Bring comfortable shoes and clothes. We'll break down every step and move.

    03

    You'll find your people Most of our community came in not knowing anyone. Now they have friends to learn with and weekend social plans (that may or may not include dance).

    You’ll find your people

    FAQs

    Quick answers.

    • Yes — your first class is free. Register on the site, turn up, and see how it feels. If you love it, you can convert to a term pass and we'll credit the first class.

    • No. We rotate partners every few minutes through every class — it's better for everyone's learning, and it's how social dancing works on the floor anyway.

    • Comfortable clothes you can move in. For shoes: anything with a smooth-ish sole that you can pivot in — most sneakers are fine. Avoid heels for your first few terms.

    • Term pass holders can do a make-up class in any other level the same week, space permitting. Just tell us in advance.

    • Yes — at least once a month. They're open to all our students and the wider Canberra Latin community. Term pass holders get free or discounted entry depending on the event.

    • Drop us an email at admin@jst.dance. Tell us what you've done before and how long it's been — we'll point you at the right starting level.

    Ready to dance?

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