FAQ
What dance classes do JJSalsaRengue offer?
We offer classes at all levels in Salsa and Salsa Casino Rueda, as well as salsa enhancement classes such as Leading & Following in Spinning, Styling, and Understanding Salsa Rhythms.
We also have classes teaching Merengue, Bachata, Street Cha-Cha-Cha, Bollywood Dance, Belly Dance, Exotic Dance, Lap Dance.
Where is JJSalsaRengue?
Our dance studio is located at 76A Peck Seah Street, 2nd Floor, Singapore 079331. We are located in a shop house unit right outside Exit A of the Tanjong Pagar MRT Station. View a map.
How do I get there?
By MRT: A 1-min walk from the Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Use Exit A, turn right after exit. You will see a row of shop house with the JJSalsaRengue signboard at the side of the building. We are at unit 76A – 1st unit on the 2nd floor.
Parking: Along Peck Seah Street; or open carpark behind the Red Dot Design Museum along Peck Seah Street; or basement of Maxwell House (enter from Maxwell Road).
What is Salsa?
Salsa is one of the hottest and fastest growing club dances today with established followings in many parts of the world from Europe to America, and becoming increasingly popular in Asia.
Salsa is in fact, the name given to a type of music that has it roots in Afro-Latin beats. The dance form that accompanies this music is commonly called salsa and is a distillation of many Latin and Afro-Caribbean dances.
Salsa dance incorporates multiple styles and variations, and is often danced in couples. The multitude of turn patters and fancy footwork makes the dance unique, upbeat and spontaneous.
What is Rueda?
Salsa Casino Rueda is a form of salsa dance. In short, the dance is called Rueda. Rueda means wheel or circle so Rueda translates to salsa dancing done by a group in a circle, with partners being passed around in response to a caller’s commands. What makes Rueda a unique and joyful spectacle is how the “followers” are able to dance in a synchronous manner, to a series of moves called by the “leader”, sometimes in quick succession, all done to the lively, up-beat salsa music. Salsa Casino Rueda originated in the late 1950s and was made popular by the Cubans.
What do I learn at the salsa beginner classes?
You do not need to have any dance background to join our beginner classes. These classes teach basic salsa footwork, the right turn, cross-body-lead/turn, basic lead and follow techniques, hand changes, and fundamental partnerwork.
What do the salsa intermediate level classes teach?
Intermediate level classes are progressive and teach more fancy footwork, intricate hand changes and turn patterns. The focus will be on continuity in leading and following a series of moves, as well as shines & styling. These are 1.5 hour classes where the first half hour will be spent on warm-up and shines. The subsequent hour will teach partner work.
What is the prerequisite for Rueda classes?
Rueda 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 are progressive salsa casino rueda classes teaching basic, intermediate and advance rueda moves. You will need to have completed intermediate 2 level salsa (about equivalent to 30 hrs of salsa classes) to join the Rueda 1 classes. The prerequisites for Rueda 2, 3, 4 & 5 are Rueda 1, 2, 3 & 4 respectively.
What style of salsa is taught?
We teach the cross-body-lead style (commonly known as LA style) and occasionally add in a little Cuban style! And of course, Rueda classes are all Cuban style salsa.
Do I have to sign up with a partner for the salsa class?
It is not necessary to bring a partner. However, if you have a partner or friend you would like to sign up with, you are most welcomed to register him/her. We rotate partners in our classes so you will get a chance to dance with everyone, and to lead/follow different partners for more effective & fun learning.
In some instances when there are too many ladies signed up for a class, we will only confirm registrations from guys or couples; ladies signing up without a partner may be waitlisted.
What if I miss a salsa class? Can I attend a make-up lesson?
If you miss a salsa class, you can attend a same level or lower level salsa class that is concurrently running, as make up. Make-up lessons need to be attended within 2 months from the original missed date. Fees will not be refunded for missed classes.
No make up lessons are offered for non-salsa and the Understanding Salsa Rhythms classes.
What if I am not ready to move up to the next level of classes?
Please talk to us. Should you not be ready to move to the next level, you may consider retaking a level that you’ve completed. That way, you get a chance to refresh and practice before moving up the next level (repeats for salsa courses enjoy a special fee of $65 per course. This discount is only entitled to those retaking salsa beg, int 1, int 1.5, int 2, int 3, int 4, int/adv , or rueda classes within a 6-month period. Not valid for workshops).
Many are comfortable progressing at their own rate and moving up a class level when they are ready to do so.
How soon can I hit the dance floor?
We’d always encourage our students to go to the dance floor after their 3rd beginner class. The earlier one starts, the sooner one learns to better understand and grasp leading & following techniques, and also to build confidence. The key is to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music and dance!
What do I wear to salsa class?
Comfortable clothing 
Most come in office attire for weekday classes and in causal attire for weekend classes.
What shoes do I wear?
A comfortable pair Shoes with a smooth base is recommended – not too much grip like sneakers. Slip-ons, mules or slippers are NOT practical as you need support around the heel. Do wear a pair of shoes that are well secured or strapped onto the feet. Low or medium heels recommended for ladies.
You do not need to buy any dance footwear to attend the classes.
Where can I go to dance or practice?
Union Square is the only salsa club in Singapore that opens daily (except Sunday). Located at the Amara Shopping Arcade on the 2nd level, right above Burger King. Opens Mondays to Saturdays till late. Address: The Amara Shopping Arcade, 165, Tanjong Pagar Road, #02-05. Tel: 224-6116.
You may like to note these about classes:
- Classes are non-transferable.
- Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Full fees are to be paid before the start of the class.
- Payments by cash, nets or cheque only.
- Please make cheque payable to JJSalsaRengue.
- Those retaking either salsa beginner, int 1, int 1.5, int 2, int 3, int 4 or rueda courses within a 6-month period will enjoy a special fee of $65 per person per course.
- No fees will be prorated or refunded for missed classes.
- No make up lessons are offered for non-salsa classes and for the Understanding Salsa Rhythms classes.
