Level 1 is for beginner dancers who already know the basic steps and want to build real salsa flow, control, connection, and confidence on the dance floor.
Minimum 2 months of Level 0 required · Instructor approval may be required
Level 1 is the bridge between learning basic steps and actually feeling comfortable social dancing. In this level, we focus on traveling turns, essential partnerwork, clean transitions, and the control needed to dance with confidence.
Learn the turns that make salsa flow across the dance floor instead of feeling stuck in basic steps.
Improve your lead, follow, frame, hand changes, and ability to connect smoothly with different partners.
Build the movements and transitions that actually show up when you go out dancing.
This is a 4-month syllabus. Students usually train 4–6 months before moving to Level 2 with instructor approval.
Level 1 is for students who already completed a minimum of 2 months of Level 0 or have instructor approval. If you already dance salsa but have never trained On2, we recommend asking us first so we can place you in the right level.
At least 2 months of Level 0 or instructor approval.
Students who know the basic step and want more confidence, turns, and flow.
Students must complete a minimum of 4–6 months in Level 1 plus assessment and approval.
If you’re not sure if this is your level, message us and we’ll help you choose.
Progressive courses that help you build your Salsa skills on the dance floor.
Mondays
Instructor: Elian Gomez
Jun 2
Jun 9
Jun 16
Jun 23
Thursdays
Instructor: Dave Gnopo
= $32 per class · 1 class per week
= $27 per class · 2 classes per week
Best value for 2+ classes per week
We recommend a minimum of 2 months in Level 0 before Level 1. If you already dance salsa, ask us first so we can place you correctly.
You’ll focus on traveling turns, partner connection, smooth transitions, timing, and the skills needed for real social dancing.
Level 1 is a 4-month syllabus. Most students train 4–6 months before moving to Level 2 with instructor approval.
Yes. Taking both days helps you progress faster through repetition and more practice time.
After completing the Level 1 syllabus and receiving instructor approval, students can move into Level 2 — Elevated Fundamentals.
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