Shahid – Salsa Buena Dance Teacher
Salsa Classes Cardiff & Cowbridge South Wales
Inc. Bachata & Dance Events
LATEST:
Classes will resume from Monday 8th Jan 2024 – BOOK NOW!
Learn to Salsa QUICKLY & EASILY!
With Salsa Buena Multi Award Winning Dance Classes Cardiff & Cowbridge South Wales inc. Bachata & Dance Events for all levels. OFFICIALLY the BIGGEST, BEST, most EXPERIENCED & most POPULAR.
Look GREAT on ANY Dance Floor with ANYONE at ANYTIME!
Structured Salsa Classes – Discover the 3 ingredients WE TEACH to make it EASY. You CAN & WILL get it without fail even if you have ‘2 left feet’!
Improve your health Mentally & Physically. Lose lbs. Gain Energy & Self Confidence. Meet New People. Make New Friends. Meet your Ideal Match or Improve your existing Relationship.
Salsa & Bachata Classes from Total Beginner to more Advanced. We take you on THE COMPLETE JOURNEY!
No partner reqd – we partner people up and rotate (for those that want to), you meet EVERYONE!
Start Anytime – pay as you go, choose any of our dance classes, days, dates, times and locations that suit you.
Socialising & Dance Time after Dance Classes with Bar.
Fun, Friendly & VERY popular Salsa & Bachata classes – Recent Class pics on Facebook.
All Ages 18-80
Salsa & Bachata classes for different levels all on the same night.
NO extra charges for doing multiple dance classes in the same evening.
Officially the BEST – Three Best Rated.
Dance Classes of the Year – Wales Prestige Awards
5 STAR reviews on Google, FB etc!
Officially the MOST POPULAR – 7000+ REAL students & fans on our Facebook Fan Page.
As Featured on TV – Salsa Buena on TV
Celebrity Students – Salsa Buena Celeb Students
Officially the MOST EXPERIENCED – 14+ years!
Our Salsa & Bachata Classes CAN & DO sell out!
Why Salsa & Salsa Buena – short video
Video Reviews from our Students
Trusted by the BEST, our Corporate Clients include:
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“I went along to my first beginners class tonight. The instructor was fab despite my nervousness. And the people were very welcoming. Would definitely recommend.”
Natalie Morgan
Our Salsa & Bachata Classes Cardiff & Cowbridge South Wales are with highly experienced, professional and welcoming teachers and friendly students.
We also host some of the biggest and best Latin events and dance nights till LATE.
Salsa & Bachata Classes- Resume from 8th Jan 2024
Online Booking Only – they CAN & DO sell out! Start Anytime, Pay as You Go. No need to bring a partner. Total Flexibility. Just check out our class list below and book any days, dates, locations and times that suit you best. All nights include social & dance time plus bar. Please do not attend if you are self isolating or feeling unwell with covid symptoms. Book NOW and SAVE! For Special Events & Weekend Party Nights go to ‘Events’ or scroll to below classes. Contact us for personalised flexible class Gift Cards or if you wish to book us for Private Lessons, Corporate Events, Hen Parties, Birthdays, Weddings etc!
Every Monday
Rhiwbina/Whitchurch, Cardiff @Rhiwbina Recreation Club
Weekly Salsa classes for all levels from 7.30pm, FREE social dance time for all till 10.30pm. Monthly Bachata class. Fully licensed Bar. Online booking only.
£10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or
£8.50/£7.50 NUS – with a Flexi Pass for the whole evening of classes
BOOK NOW & SAVE!
Every Tuesday
SBK Cardiff Town Centre @The Philharmonic
Salsa & Bachata Classes and SBK dancing till Late. Weekly Salsa & Bachata Classes for all levels from 7.30pm and FREE SBK (Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba) dance night for all from approx 10.30pm till LATE. 241 Latin cocktails. Online booking only.
£10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or
£8.50/£7.50 NUS – with a Flexi Pass for the whole evening of classes
BOOK NOW & SAVE!
Every Wednesday
Cowbridge @Duke Of Wellington
Weekly Salsa classes for all levels from 8pm, FREE social dance time for all till 11.00pm. Monthly Bachata class. Fully licensed Bar. Online booking only.
£10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or
£8.50/£7.50 NUS – with a Flexi Pass for the whole evening of classes
BOOK NOW & SAVE!
Every Thursday
Cardiff Town Centre @The Philharmonic
Salsa & Bachata Classes & FREE Latin Club night till LATE. Classes for all levels from 7.30pm and FREE Latin Club night for all from approx 10.30pm till LATE. Great drinks offers! Online booking only.
£10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or
£8.50/£7.50 NUS – with a Flexi Pass for the whole evening of classes
BOOK NOW & SAVE!
Mondays Rhiwbina Cardiff
7.30pm: Beginners Salsa8.40pm: Improvers/Intermediate Salsa (Monthly Bachata)
9:30pm: Free Social Dance & Practice Time with Bar open to all till 10.30pm.
Approx Times.
Every Monday (except Bank Hols) – BOOK NOW & SAVE! 
Rhiwbina Recreation Club,
Lon-Y-Dail,
Rhiwbina, Cardiff.
CF14 6EA
view on map
£10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or buy a Flexi Pass and save over 15%!
ONLINE BOOKING ONLY to control numbers – we CAN & DO sell out
Please do not turn up for CLASS without BOOKING – you WILL be turned away!
You CAN just turn up for the FREE dancing from approx 9.30pm.- No need to bring a partner.
- You MUST demonstrate that you have reached a sufficient level before being allowed to do the Improver/Intermediate Salsa class.
- Classes are approx 50 minutes in length, all times given could be subject to some delay and overrun.
- BACHATA – First Monday of each month the Improver/Intermediate level Salsa Class only will be split into a 30 minute all levels Bachata class open to everyone followed by a 30 minute Improvers/Intermediate only Salsa Class. Bachata is a world wide popular passionate, romantic and sexy Latin dance.
- Casual wear is the norm, we recommend you wear anything comfortable on your feet with a smooth sole.
- Please do not bring your own food or drinks (you may be asked to leave without a refund) and please purchase any drink at the bar to support us being at the venue.
- Parking is FREE, secure.large and on-site. (parking/venue is the one with the tennis courts in front)
- FREE social dancing time open to all after the classes till 11pm, practice what you have learnt and have a drink and a dance with your classmates and other dancers!
- BOOK NOW
SBK Tuesdays Cardiff
- 7.30pm: Beginners Salsa 8.40pm: Improvers/Intermediate Salsa 9.45pm: All levels Bachata
10.30pm: Free Dance Night open to all till LATE playing the very BEST in Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba (SBK) etc.
Great Drinks Offers!
Approx Times.
- Every Tuesday – BOOK NOW & SAVE!
- The Philharmonic (upstairs)
- 75-77 St Mary Street, (opposite Caroline St/Chippie Lane)
Cardiff Town Centre,
CF10 1FA
view on map - £10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or buy a Flexi Pass and save over 15%!
ONLINE BOOKING ONLY to control numbers – we CAN & DO sell out.
Please do not turn up for class without BOOKING – you WILL be turned away!
You CAN just turn up for the FREE dancing from approx 10.00pm.
SBK Tuesdays with Salsa Buena, classes and great drinks offers. We also have our FREE dance night in the upstairs function room for all from approx 10.30pm till LATE with DJ playing the VERY BEST in SBK – SALSA, BACHATA, KIZOMBA etc.
- No need to bring a partner.
- You MUST demonstrate that you have reached a sufficient level before being allowed to do the Improver/Intermediate classes.
- Classes are approx 50 minutes in length, all times given could be subject to some delay and overrun.
- Casual wear is the norm, we recommend you wear anything comfortable on your feet with a smooth sole.
- Please do not bring your own food or drinks (you may be asked to leave without a refund) and please purchase any drink at the bar to support us being at the venue.
- Parking till late available at St Davids Centre Car Park CF10 2EQ Or NCP Car Park Westgate St CF10 1DZ. Less than 5 min walk.
- GREAT drinks offers!
- BOOK NOW
Wednesdays Cowbridge
- 8.00pm: Beginners Salsa 9.10pm: Improvers/Intermediate Salsa (Monthly Bachata)
10:00pm: Free Social Dance & Practice Time with Bar open to all till 11pm.
Approx Times.
- Every Wednesday – BOOK NOW & SAVE!
- Duke of Wellington
48 High St
Cowbridge
CF71 7AG
view on map - £10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or buy a Flexi Pass and save over 15%!
ONLINE BOOKING ONLY to control numbers – we CAN & DO sell out.
Please do not turn up for CLASS without BOOKING – you WILL be turned away!
You CAN just turn up for the FREE dancing from approx 10pm. - No need to bring a partner.
- You MUST demonstrate that you have reached a sufficient level before being allowed to do the Improver/Intermediate Salsa class.
- Classes are approx 50 minutes in length, all times given could be subject to some delay and overrun.
- BACHATA – Third Wednesday of each month the Improver/Intermediate level Salsa Class only will be split into a 30 minute all levels Bachata class open to everyone followed by a 30 minute Improvers/Intermediate only Salsa Class. Bachata is a world wide popular passionate, romantic and sexy Latin dance.
- Casual wear is the norm, we recommend you wear anything comfortable on your feet with a smooth sole.
- Please do not bring your own food or drinks (you may be asked to leave without a refund) and please purchase any drink at the bar to support us being at the venue.
- Parking is FREE (on redemption of drink). Car Park is opposite the side of the pub. Limited Spaces. Or Large FREE Car Park behind Cowbridge Town Hall CF71 7DD (5 min walk).
- FREE social dancing time open to all after the classes till 11pm, practice what you have learnt and have a drink and a dance with your classmates and other dancers!
- BOOK NOW
Hot Latin Thursdays Cardiff
- 7.30pm: Beginners Salsa 8.40pm: Improvers/Intermediate Salsa 9.45pm: All levels Bachata
10.30pm: Free Dance Night open to all till LATE playing the very BEST in mostly Salsa, Bachata etc.
Great Drinks Offers!
Approx Times.
- Every Thursday – BOOK NOW & SAVE!
- The Philharmonic, (upstairs)
- 75-77 St Mary Street, (opposite Caroline St/Chippie Lane)
Cardiff Town Centre
CF10 1FA
view on map - £10/£9 NUS – Pay as you go/Taster for the whole evening of classes (+50p for same day bookings).
Or buy a Flexi Pass and save over 15%!
ONLINE BOOKING ONLY to control numbers – we CAN & DO sell out.
Please do not turn up for class without BOOKING – you WILL be turned away!
You CAN just turn up for the FREE dancing from approx 10.30pm.
Hot Latin Thursdays with Salsa Buena, classes and great drinks offers. We also have our FREE Latin Club night for all from approx 10.30pm till LATE where we DJ the music playing the VERY BEST in SALSA & BACHATA etc.
- No need to bring a partner.
- You MUST demonstrate that you have reached a sufficient level before being allowed to do the Improver/Intermediate Salsa class.
- Classes are approx 50 minutes in length, all times given could be subject to some delay and overrun.
- BACHATA class is open to ALL. Bachata is a world wide popular passionate, romantic and sexy Latin dance!
- Casual wear is the norm, we recommend you wear anything comfortable on your feet with a smooth sole.
- Please do not bring your own food or drinks (you may be asked to leave without a refund) and please purchase any drink at the bar to support us being at the venue.
- Parking till late available at St Davids Centre Car Park CF10 2EQ Or NCP Car Park Westgate St CF10 1DZ. Less than 5 min walk.
Events
Saturday 2nd Dec 2023
Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba (SBK) Xmas Ball 2023
SBK DJ & LIVE Salsa Music till LATE
Top Salsa Band:
BRISTOL SALSA ORCHESTRA!
@The Exclusive Marble Hall, Cardiff Town Centre
Friday 14th July 2023
Fri Salsa & Bachata Classes & SBK Party Event Cardiff
SBK Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
NICOLAI V!
Saturday 3rd June 2023
Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba (SBK) Summer Ball
SBK Classes & Dancing till 1AM
Top UK Guest Teachers
NIGEL MAY, JAN & RACHEL, SHACK AJUWA!
@The Exclusive Marble Hall, Cardiff Town Centre
Friday 21st April 2023
Fri Salsa & Bachata Classes & SBK Party Event Cardiff
Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
NIGEL MAY with SARAH LEIGH!
Friday 17th March 2023
Fri Salsa & Bachata Classes & SBK Party Event Cardiff
Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
ALEX FRIGHT!
Friday 24th Feb 2022
Fri Salsa & Bachata Classes & SBK Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
MAURICIO REYES!
Saturday 17th Dec 2022
Sat Salsa & Bachata Xmas Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Xmas Special - Optional Fancy Dress!
Top UK Guest Teacher
ROHAN BROWN!
Saturday 29th Oct 2022
Sat Salsa & Bachata Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Halloween Special - Optional Fancy Dress!
Top UK Guest Teacher
NIGEL MAY!
Saturday 24th Sept 2022
Sat Salsa & Bachata Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
NIGEL MAY with SARAH LEIGH!
Saturday 30th July 2022
Sat Salsa & Bachata Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
ALEX FRIGHT!
Saturday 25th June 2022
Sat Salsa & Bachata Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
NICOLAI V!
Friday 20th May 2022
Fri Salsa & Bachata Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
ROHAN BROWN!
Friday 18th March 2022
Fri Salsa & Bachata Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Top UK Guest Teacher
MAURICIO REYES!
Monday 9th August 2021
1st Night Back End of Social Distancing Party
Salsa & Bachata Classes + Dancing till LATE
Be amongst the very FIRST!
The Lockdown Interviews! – Part 5
Our TOP teachers probed
Answers that will inspire & surprise
Shahid
Click to read full interview
The Lockdown Interviews! – Part 4
Our TOP teachers probed
Answers that will inspire & surprise
Mauricio & Jayne
Click to read full interview
Sunday 14th Feb 2021
Couples Valentines Date Night!
Learn a Romantic Salsa Routine Together
Suitable for Complete Beginners & above
BOOK NOW to GUARANTEE your PLACE!
The Lockdown Interviews! – Part 3
Our TOP teachers probed
Answers that will inspire & surprise
Rohan Brown
Click to read full interview
The Lockdown Interviews! – Part 2
Our TOP teachers probed
Answers that will inspire & surprise
Nicolai V
Click to read full interview
The Lockdown Interviews! – Part 1
Our TOP teachers probed
Answers that will inspire & surprise
Sarah Leigh
Click to read full interview
Saturday 19th Dec 2020
Salsa Buena Social Online Xmas Party!
FREE - Opt. Charity donation
Xmas Fancy Dress - Prizes
Music, Dance, Quiz, Competitions
Dancers & Non Dancers Welcome!
Learn from Home!
Free 30 min Instructional Salsa Video
Unique format
Making it easy to Learn and Remember
Solo or with Partner
Sunday 13th Sept 2020
Beginners Workshop Sports Centre Cardiff
Special Indoor Event
Beginners Intensive Salsa Workshop
From ZERO to HERO!
Sunday 20th Sept 2020
Indoor Classes Sports Centre Cardiff
Special Indoor Event
Imp/Int/Adv Classes
Salsa & Bachata!
Saturday 22nd Aug 2020
Beginners Workshop Bute Park Cardiff
Special Outdoor Event
Beginners Intensive Salsa Workshop
From ZERO to HERO!
Saturday 1st 8th 15th Aug 2020
Refresher Workshop & Dancing Bute Park Cardiff
Special Outdoor Event
Salsa & Bachata
Beginners+ to Int/Adv.
Saturdays Apr May Jun July 2020
Free Online Interactive Classes & Dancing
Salsa & Bachata
Solo Footwork (Shines) for all levels
Dancing & Party Games
Saturday 29th Feb 2020
Monthly Sat Salsa Party Event Cardiff
Classes & Dancing till LATE
Top International Guest Teacher
NICOLAI V!
Private Hire
Salsa Buena are very experienced in and are also available for private hire for a very wide range of private events and functions that can include classes, Latin Dj’ng, and more in Cardiff and beyond. We have many popular packages or we can tailor to your requirements. We will ensure your event is lots of fun and will be remembered for all the best reasons, many of our clients book us on a repeat basis!
Weddings
Add something a little extra special to your special day with our wedding packages whether its a class and dancing or us choreographing a Salsa routine for you and your partner to wow your guests with on your big day!
Hen Parties
Get your hens together and ready for some Salsa action! Our hen party packages will ensure your girls night/ hen weekend includes plenty of Salsa fun!
Corporate Events
Your employees deserve some fun whether it’s for team building or a company event, it doesn’t get better than a Salsa class and dancing! Our corporate clients include some of the biggest names in the UK from Insurance Companies, Hotels, Supermarkets and TV companies.
Universities, Colleges and Schools
All benefit from a Salsa shakedown! We have packages that include options for educational establishments. Our many clients include schools & universities.
Private Lessons
Salsa Buena teaching 2 of the stars of the hit BBC drama series ‘Casualty’ and choreographing a routine for them for an episode. Get in touch and book your private lessons (one to one or as a couple) now!
About Shahid/Salsa Buena
Shahid is the founder, director, and main teacher of Salsa Buena and most of its classes. He began his Salsa journey in 2001 whilst living in London when persuaded to attend a local Salsa class and has since not looked back! Living in London he was fortunate enough to count some of the worlds best teachers and performers as his mentors, Super Mario, Susanna Montero, Marchant Birch, Leon Rose, Tamambo, Larisa Balogh, as well as travelling to international congresses around the world from Spain to USA learning from all the worlds best teachers . “I was so lucky to have these guys as my teachers, learning from the best of the best!”. After returning to his home town of Cardiff in 2006, Shahid found that his skills were much in demand and Salsa Buena was eventually born!
The success of Salsa Buena has been huge, Our Classes are multi award winning, including Three Best Rated and Dance Classes of the Year – Wales Prestige Awards. Largely due to its great, fun, friendly and structured classes with very experienced and professional teachers, enabling everyone not only to enjoy their experience but to be able to achieve their full potential on the dance floor. Salsa Buena’s success extends far beyond having the most popular classes and organising the biggest events in and around Cardiff.
Shahid is also regularly booked to guest teach at renowned dance events and functions around the UK, and has made numerous media appearances and interviews as part of Salsa Buena on major Radio, TV, and newspaper channels as well as using his dancing/choreography/teaching skills in dance scenes when called for in TV dramas and movies. For Shahid and Salsa Buena it’s about reaching as many people as possible to enjoy the amazing positive benefits socially, mentally, physically and spiritually that dancing and learning to dance brings ALL of us.