SALSA & BACHATA SYLLABUS

Part A outlines what you will be taught at each level.
Part B defines the minimum standard required to progress.
Progression is based on ability, consistency, and control — not time alone.

CUBAN SALSA

Level	Part	Contents
Beginner	Part A (What You’ll Learn)	Forward, back & side basics (Guapea) Open & closed partner positions Posture & connection Right & left turns Di Le Que No Sombrero Basic timing consistency Short partner routine
Beginner	Part B (Progression Expectations)	Maintain steady timing to Cuban salsa music Dance basics continuously without stopping Recover timing independently Execute Guapea with balance Maintain posture & relaxed connection Clearly lead or follow Di Le Que No & Sombrero Complete a short routine smoothly
Improver	Part A (What You’ll Learn)	Enchufla Setenta Quatro Sacala Vacilala Aideido Cubano Prima
Improver	Part B (Progression Expectations)	Combine 3–5 improver-level movements Dance to a full song confidently Maintain timing, posture & control Transition smoothly between movements Dance confidently in partnerwork

CROSSBODY SALSA

Level	Part	Contents
Beginner	Part A	Forward, back & side basics Open & closed partner positions Right turns (solo & partner) Crossbody Lead Inside Turn Hammerlock Cuban Open Step Short partner routine
Beginner	Part B	Maintain steady salsa timing Dance continuously without stopping Recover timing independently Lead & follow turns and Crossbody Lead Maintain good posture & frame Complete routine smoothly
Improver	Part A	Butterfly Titanic Open Break Around the World Left turns (solo & partner) Wraps Mambo Jazz Suzzie Q Front Double Cross
Improver	Part B	Combine 3–5 improver movements Include solo footwork confidently Dance to a full song with flow Maintain timing & connection

BACHATA FUSION

Level	Part	Contents
Beginner	Part A	Side basic steps Left & right turns Wraps (Pretzel) Open & closed positions 180° turn (Rompo Delante) Upper body waves Hip rolls & neck rolls Short partner routine
Beginner	Part B	Maintain steady Bachata timing Dance continuously without stopping Recover timing independently Lead & follow turns, wraps & waves Complete routine confidently
Improver	Part A	Reverse / Contra waves Madrid steps Turns into waves & hammerlocks Shadow positions (entry & exit) Grounding & hip movement
Improver	Part B	Combine 4–6 improver movements Madrid steps, shadow & neck roll included Dance to a full song smoothly Maintain timing, posture & control
Intermediate 1	Part A	Advanced Madrid variations 360° turns Shadow variations Isolations & pendulum Sliding doors Dives, bows & cambres Double spins & styling
Intermediate 1	Part B	Dance creatively to two full songs Maintain posture & strong frame Show musical interpretation Transition smoothly & confidently
Intermediate 2	Focus Areas	High-level musicality Turnados & DJ / turtle turns Zouk-inspired tilted turns Advanced dives & contra cambres
Intermediate 2	Expected Ability	Dance creatively & musically High level of body control Clear signal transmission & reception Decorate movements with styling

PROGRESSION GUIDE

Progression is instructor-led and based on readiness, not speed. Being asked to remain at a level is part of long-term growth, confidence, and value from your investment.