Get Your Groove on With These Beijing Dance Groups

Whether you're looking to unleash your inner salsa star, explore the roots of African dance, or master some swing dance moves, Beijing has a vibrant and diverse dance scene to offer. From Latin beats to hip hop grooves, funk styles to traditional art forms, the city is alive with opportunities to move, learn, and connect through dance. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned dancer, these studios and upcoming events provide the perfect space to express yourself, pick up new skills, and have a great time doing it.

EMA Salsa

If you were at our Taco Fest this past weekend, then you'll already be familiar with EMA Salsa. Led by Ema, an ambassador of Latin American cultural communication with 21 years of experience in music and dance, EMA Salsa regularly hosts classes, flash mobs and other exciting events in Beijing. EMA Salsa specializes in a range of Latin American dances, including Cuban salsa, bachata, merengue, cha-cha-cha, reggaetón, samba, mambo, rumba, guaguancó and more. To keep up to date with their events and classes, you can follow the official WeChat account (EMASalsa).

AfroPulzDance International African Dance Camp

Next week, from May 13 to 14, AfroPulzDance will be bringing the spirit of African dance to Beijing! This two-day dance camp at IT Dance Studio offers a rare chance to learn from seven top African dance instructors, each with millions of social media followers and deep expertise in their styles. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, the camp offers you the chance to explore seven dynamic dance styles, enjoy authentic African cuisine, and connect with a global community of dance lovers. 

The camp takes place from 2pm to 11.30pm each day (May 13-14) and you can see the full schedule for each day in the poster above. You can also read more about the event here. Single-day tickets are RMB 1,199, and two-day tickets are RMB 1,999. Tickets can be purchased by scanning the QR code below.

Sazon Cuban Dance School

Another familiar face from our festivals is Sazon Cuban Dance School. Founded in 2016, they offer a dynamic range of classes including salsa, rumba, Cuban folk dance, cha-cha, son, bachata and more. They also offer a number of lady-specific classes if you'd prefer a female-only environment. Each class is numbered by skill level, going from 0 (no experience required) up to 3, so whether you're just starting out or already an experienced dancer, there's a class tailored to match your skill level and help you grow.

Class prices start at RMB 159 for a single class, or they can be booked in packages and also as weekly, monthly, etc. passes. You can see the full details below and can scan the QR code in the poster to book. You can also get more details via their official WeChat account: SAZON萨颂.

Sazon Cuban Dance School
Mixmeet, 3/F, 7 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区工体西路7号3层Mixmeet多元空间

Swing Beijing

Founded in 2003 by American dancer Adam Lee, Swing Beijing holds the title of China’s first swing dance organization. Rather than being a dance studio itself, Swing Beijing is a platform for all things swing dance, bringing together dancers and organizers from across the capital. From weekly classes to lively social dances and special events, the community is dedicated to keeping the spirit of swing alive in Beijing. You can see their latest events schedule below and scan the QR code in the poster to follow the official Swing Beijing WeChat account.

Genius Dance Lab

Genius Dance Lab offers a versatile mix of dance lessons, including jazz, hip hop, breakdancing, and – their standout specialty – locking, a high-energy funk style rooted in hip-hop culture. Their classes are all about expression and fun, creating a welcoming, dance-your-heart-out atmosphere where everyone feels encouraged to move freely with the beat. Genius Dance Lab also offers kid-focused programs designed to nurture young dancers' creativity and confidence from an early age. For more information about classes, you can follow their official WeChat account (GeniusDanceLab) or scan the QR code below to contact them directly. 

Genius Dance Lab
A9-201, Xidian Jiyi, Xidian Jiyi Lu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区西店记忆路西店记忆A9-201

Salsa 5 Club 

With over 20 years of experience, Salsa 5 Club specializes in salsa, bachata, cha-cha-cha, and kizomba. Their team of five professional instructors offers weekly group classes for all levels – from total beginners to advanced dancers – delivering fun, interactive sessions that help you build confidence and connect with others on the dance floor.

Along with their usual weekly classes, they do a Bachata & Salsa Trial Class every Thursday from 7.45pm to 9.45pm and Sunday from 4.30pm to 6.30pm in collaboration with FunBeijing, which you can read more about here. For more information about classes, you can contact Jamie on WeChat (Jamie3232).  

Salsa 5 Club
2457, 4/F, Bldg A,North Tower, SOHO Shangdu, Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区东大桥路8号SOHO尚都北塔A座四层2457

TIANAI Dance

If you're curious about experiencing Chinese classical dance, then TIANAI Dance is the place for you. They specialize in teaching graceful yet powerful movements drawn from Chinese folk dance, traditional opera, and martial arts. Founded in 2022, they now have two locations in Beijing, one in Wangjing and one in Guomao. Classes can be booked through their WeChat mini program. Search for "TIANAI Dance".

TIANAI Dance Guomao branch
1205, Bldg 18, West Area, Jianwai SOHO, Chaoyang District
朝阳区建外soho西区18号楼1205

TIANAI Dance Wangjing branch
1708, T2C, Wangjing SOHO, Fuan Xilu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区阜安西路望京SOHOT2C座1708室

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