Best Latin Dance Lessons Chicago Near Me

4worldlovers: For those looking for flexible scheduling and wanting to try out different classes. Attend any of our 50 minute drop in classes as your schedule allows.* Pay as you go or buy a discounted 6 lesson punch card. (punch cards are valid for 3 months from date of purchase)

* Level 2, 3 and 4 Salsa classes require evaluation. For new students with prior Salsa On 2 training, please attend a level 1 drop in on Tuesday or Thursday at 7pm and ask to be evaluated. Alternatively, you may schedule a 1 hour private lesson at your convenience. New students may not bypass the evaluation requirement. Any attempt to walk in to a level 2 or higher class without being formally evaluated will result in being told to attend a level 1 drop in or to schedule a private lesson.

For those looking for structured, efficient group training designed for faster progression. Classes are 1 hour 20 minutes and meet once a week for 4 weeks. Limited capacity. $130 per person.*

MAKE UP POLICY- A missed 4 week course lesson can be made up, free of charge in a Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday drop in class (see full schedule for times). Students who miss the entire course will have 4 make up classes. A missed course may not be carried over to another month.


** To ensure our level 2 Salsa course is productive for all attendees, evaluation is required to participate. Unless you have successfully completed our level 1 course, please attend a level 1 drop in or schedule a private lesson, where we can evaluate you. Without evaluation, your order will be converted to 4 drop in classes.

For those looking for individualized training and a customized lesson plan. Private lessons are 50 minute one-on-one training for up to 2 people. Schedule with the instructor directly based on your availability. ***

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The instructors are very good, I always learn something new, the atmosphere is very welcoming

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Candace Dance Chicago students are able to achieve excellent results due to The Accelerated Learning System for Dance. This system of dance lessons is based on the educational strategies developed by Candy Swetz as a high school teacher for many years. In her dance studio, she follows a simple, step-by-step approach that lets you learn easily and quickly, having fun all the way! Se habla español.

For wedding dance, salsa, ballroom dancing and more, you will learn easily with our dance lessons and classes.

4worldlovers: Group & Private Lessons, Wedding Dance, Social Dancing, Quinceanera, Sweet 16, Choreography, World Team Competitions, Corporate Events, Showcase.

Salsa, Bachata, Mambo, Cumbia, Swing, Argentine Tango, Ballroom, Zouk, Kizomba, Steppin and much more.

Anywhere from home, work or travel. Never miss a class again.

Need a spot to teach your class for rehearsal, fitness, dance or whatever it may be. Affordable and private.

4worldlovers: “We could brag about how great of a dancer we can make you, but we’re more interested in asking, “What are your goals? What kind of dancer do you want to be?”

While we’re known for our competitive, social, and wedding dance instruction, we offer a wide variety of dance classes.

Competitive lessons are for dancers who want a regimented and exacting approach to dance instruction. Competitive lessons are all about creating dancers who thoroughly understand and incorporate proper technique, partnering, and artistry into their dancing.


First dance lessons are private lessons designed for engaged couples who need a little help preparing for the first dance at their wedding reception. These lessons focus on each specific couple's needs as related to their skill level, first dance song and vision for their first dance.


Swing is one of the of the most versatile social dances. Swing got its start in Harlem in the 1920s with the beginning of jazz music, and has continuously developed since then into multiple styles. At Ballroom Dance Chicago we teach about 10 swing variations.

Salsa has been the most popular dance at Ballroom Dance Chicago since our inception. We teach a variety of styles and start on both the "1" and the "2," but we're mainly an "on 1" school. We have both group and private salsa lessons.


Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz and Rumba are the focus in our ballroom dance curriculum. We're different than other studios in that we also teach variations of these styles of dance that fit with most modern music.


Group dance classes at Ballroom Dance Chicago are for the social dancer looking for a little more skill and an opportunity to socialize. Group classes are perfect for you if you're a casual learner with meandering goals.


“What do you want your first dance to say about you as a couple? We’re here to help you make that happen.


Aside from its countless physical and psychological benefits, learning to dance also teaches us to connect in more meaningful ways to ourselves and those around us, which is one of our most basic human needs (aside from food and shelter - think Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs). So what’s keeping you from living a more healthy, realized life? Take the first step (with one of your two left feet ) and give us a call!


Whether you want to attend competitions or simply want to learn to dance in a disciplined and structured way, our competitive lessons are right for you.


We utilize a traditional American nine-dance syllabus (with the option to add an additional six dances) that focuses on the technique, styling, partnering, and artistry required to stand out on a competition floor.

4worldlovers: Welcome to your new favorite source for Latin Dance Lessons in Chicago!

Mayambo is new, but the roots run deep in the Chicago Latin dance scene. Mayambo was founded by Del Dominguez (the previous co-founder of the Mixed Motion Art Dance Academy), a 20 year, 4-time champion Salsa veteran.

We offer group classes and private lessons that cater to all levels and offer something for every aspiring Afro-Latin dance student.

There are also performance opportunities via our popular performance classes as well as proper dance teams for the serious student.

Mayambo is the only place I’d ever take Latin dance classes at period. This team is top notch, their approach holistic, they are the real deal. Dancers from every walk of life from dance all-stars to amateurs like me feel welcome in this warm environment…even with my two left feet I certainly did. If you’re looking for Latin dance this is the spot, look no further. Stop wasting time searching and get dancing and learning with these fun people.

For me, working with Del is a genuine exchange of the joy of dance. He focuses on getting you seriously prepared for your dance journey, always pushing you to reach for your full potential…the teaching style reflects his character, caring about his students both as dancers and as people. He reminds you to never take yourself too seriously, and most importantly, he makes the whole learning process fun! It’s a pleasure to learn from Del

Del once told me that I would give up on me before he gave up on me, and he was right! Del is so patient. I’m not the quickest learner or the best dancer, but he’s very attuned to the strengths and weaknesses of his students. Because of that, my skills have improved. He’s a very observant instructor. He’s an awesome dancer. And he’s very passionate about Salsa/Mambo. If you’re intimidated by the thought of privates, as I was, don’t be!