Free applies only to the intro classes marked "Free Intro Class" on this page, and only with an RSVP — space is limited, and walk-ins aren't guaranteed a spot. All other classes and events — including 4-week group sessions, private lessons, and Friday socials — are paid at the listed price. A free intro class is not the first class of a paid session.
1,081 five-star reviews4-week session $95 · 2nd session $55
Salsa, Bachata & Cumbia Classes in Chicago
No partner needed
Weekly classes
Tuesday
Bachata · Level 1
Tuesday · 7:00 PM–7:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Bachata timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Salsa · Level 1
Tuesday · 8:00 PM–8:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Salsa timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Wednesday
Bachata · Level 2
Wednesday · 7:00 PM–7:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Bachata timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Salsa · Level 2
Wednesday · 8:00 PM–8:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Salsa timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Thursday
Cumbia · Level 1
Thursday · 7:00 PM–7:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Cumbia timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Bachata · Level 1
Thursday · 8:00 PM–8:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Bachata timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Saturday
Salsa · Level 2
Saturday · 11:00 AM–11:55 AM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Salsa timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Bachata · Level 2
Saturday · 12:00 PM–12:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Bachata timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Salsa · Level 1
Saturday · 1:00 PM–1:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Salsa timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Bachata · Level 1
Saturday · 2:00 PM–2:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Bachata timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Cumbia · Level 2
Saturday · 3:00 PM–4:00 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Cumbia timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Mambo · Level 1
Saturday · 5:00 PM–5:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Mambo timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Kizomba · Level 1
Saturday · 6:00 PM–6:55 PM
4 weeks, $95. No partner needed.
Kizomba timing, basic footwork and partner turns.
Practice between classes — keep up with your group between weekly classes with the $24/month video library. See the videos
October 2026
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Friday 16
Saturday 17
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Saturday 24
Oct 29–31
Halloween Social 7 PM · $15Hover or tap a class to see details.
4-week progressive series ($95) — not drop-in. Friday Socials are on the Friday Social page.
How Our Levels Work
Every student starts somewhere — here's the path. Five levels, and one way to move up: Dennis promotes you when your dancing is ready.
Level 1 — Foundations.
Basics, timing, core turns and turn patterns, styling, body isolations, and connection — plus the real skill: leading or following different partners and adjusting to each one. New combinations every 4-week session, so you can repeat Level 1 and keep sharpening — it's never the same class twice.
Level 2 — Refinement & Speed.
Same 4-week rhythm, more detail and faster combinations. You need timing, counts, turns, and lead/follow down — and if it's moving too fast, Dennis moves you back to Level 1 until you're solid. It's not a step down; it's how you actually get better.
Level 3 — Performance Team.
Our performing group. Rehearses Tuesdays and Thursdays at the studio, performs at our Friday socials (1st and 3rd Fridays) and at clubs — and trains toward competitions.
Level 4 — Semi-Pro.
Past the performance team — this is where strong dancers become polished performers. Semi-pro dancers hold featured spots in shows, perform at clubs and events representing the studio, and train with competition in mind. The dancing has to stay clean under pressure: timing, technique, and stage presence, every time. There's no sign-up for this level — Dennis invites you when your dancing says you're ready.
Level 5 — Pro.
The top of the ladder. Pro dancers perform and compete at a professional standard, represent Dennis PaSamba at the highest level, and are the dancers Dennis puts forward for professional opportunities. This level isn't applied for and it isn't bought — it's earned over years, and granted by Dennis when a dancer is truly there.
How promotion works.
No tests, no sign-ups. Dennis watches you in class, in private lessons, and at the socials — and when you're ready, he comes to you. New to us from another school? Start at the level you think fits; Dennis may adjust you up or down so you're in the class where you'll improve fastest.
New here and not sure of your level? Book a Level Assessment and Dennis will place you.
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What Chicago students are saying
5.0 from 1,081 Google reviews
Chicago dancers rate Dennis PaSamba Dance Company for beginner-friendly salsa, bachata and kizomba classes on Irving Park Road.
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