Salsa Events Amsterdam
Monthly salsa social
Oropuro hosts a monthly Salsa social called La Salsoteca. This event has quickly become a favourite in Amsterdam! You can expect great music, a welcoming atmosphere and free parking at the door.
Event Details:
First Saturday of every month
20:00 – 21:00 | Free Pre-Party Class (Mambo On2 Footwork)
21:00 – 01:30 | Salsa Social
Check our Facebook page for event details. Presale only, no tickets sold at the door. Full is full!
social dance clinic
A deep-dive experience for dedicated social dancers.
Oropuro’s SOCIAL DANCE CLINIC is a focused 3-part series designed to strengthen your On2 social dancing skills in a supportive, small-group setting. With a fixed group of just 8 Leads and 8 Follows, you’ll get consistent partners, personalised feedback and the chance to build real progress over time.
The clinic will foster a spirit of co-operation and learning, under the guidance of Rodolfo Navarrete and Kai Pretorius, both experienced teachers who centralise social dancing in their methods.
Details:
Saturdays 10th, 17th & 24th May (Dancers must attend all dates)
13:00 – 15:30 (2 Hours training, 30 minutes social dance practice)
€95 per person
* Participation level – Proficient social dancing On2
Don’t miss this opportunity to train with like-minded dancers
Past Events
try out week
A few times per year, we host a Try Out Week where you can attend our classes for a discounted price. The next Try Out week takes place 8 – 10 July 2024, follow us on social media to stay updated and see the schedule here on our website.
Not sure which classes are right for you? Drop us an email, we’ll be glad to help.
hand Technique & connection
Saturday 20 July | 13:00 – 16:00
Single pass €39
The art of following
Saturday 11 May 2024 | 13:00 – 16:00
A unique learning experience, specifically for FOLLOWS!
What to expect?
- Explore core principles of following technique
- Enhance your social dancing experience
- Gain confidence and knowledge through guided exercises
- Enjoy a holistic approach to Salsa dancing
- Ask the questions you’ve always wanted to ask!
Who is this event for?
Dancers of any gender who assume the FOLLOW role in Salsa dancing and who are already social dancing. *A solid knowledge of fundamental turns and footwork is required.
The workshop will be taught On2 however the Art of Following principles can apply across many styles of Salsa, therefore On1 dancers are welcome to join!
Who will teach the workshop? Kai Pretorius is a dancer, teacher and somatic practitioner. She takes a holistic approach to dance, wherein the body’s natural intuition is key.
Salsa lab. samuel Funflow
Oropuro welcomes Samuel FunFlow to Amsterdam for a unique, 3 hour SALSA LAB.
– 90mins solo work (musicality & creativity)
– 90mins partnerwork (application of techniques)
Saturday 9 March | 12:00 – 15:00
Tickets €45 per person
cha cha cha intensive
– Intermediate + (Salsa/Mambo On2)
– Basic Cha Cha Cha experience is a plus
– Fundamental footwork for turn patterns
– Partnerwork combination
– Supervised social dancing plus Q&A
Oropuro Dance Community
Theemsweg 38, Amsterdam
"Switch on2" intensive
Who is this intensive for?
- On1 dancers with Intermediate+ experience
- On2 dancers who want to revise On2 fundamentals
- Dancers curious about our style & teaching methods
- You will have an advantage if you attended part one of this intensive in March
Saturday 29th April 2023
13:00 – 15:00
Secrets of hand technique
– Detailed explanations of hand technique for LEADS and FOLOWS
– Individual attention and correction
– Creative combinations utilising smooth grip switch
Cha cha cha partnerwork
in june
- Wednesday 8 June (19:00 – 20:30)
- Wednesday 15 June (19:00 – 20:30)
- Wednesday 22 June (19:00 – 20:30)
€20 per class or €50 if you sign up for all three! (Discount will be added at checkout)
Intermediate+ experience dancing On2 is required and a solid Cha Cha Cha basic is an advantage.
Don’t sit out the Cha Cha Cha songs at parties; learn the fundamental turn patterns and elevate your social dancing!
The On2 Experience -
Women's Edition
SUNDAY 13 MARCH 12:00 – 17:00
An event for women who dance Salsa / Mambo On2
- 3 Professional Teachers
- 3 Workshops
- Group Q&A Session
- Sushi
Intermediate level of salsa (on2) experience is advised
