Business Details
Private Salsa Dance Lessons in Northampton
Established in 2008, we have dedicated ourselves to teaching Salsa and Latin dance styles, evolving our focus to private tuition since 2024. Our instructor, a UKA-qualified Licentiate Dance Instructor, brings over two decades of practical experience to tailored 1:1 lessons. We specialise in club Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha, and Merengue, catering to absolute beginners through to advanced dancers. Our approach prioritises social dancing skills, musical interpretation, and technical precision, with flexible scheduling available during weekday daytime or evening hours.Travel services extend up to 40 miles from Northampton, with transparent pricing and no cancellation fees for last-minute changes. We maintain strong industry connections through regular participation in UK and international dance workshops, ensuring our teaching methods remain current and effective.
Services
Salsa Dance Lessons
Bachata Instruction
Cha Cha Cha Tuition
Merengue Classes
Music Tuition
Highlights and features
- UKA-qualified instructor with 22 years dance experience
- Customised 1:1 tuition tailored to individual learning pace
- Specialist focus on social dancing and partner dynamics
- Flexible travel options within 40 miles of Northampton
- Transparent pricing with no cancellation penalties
Associations and certifications
- UKA (United Kingdom Alliance of Dance)
Services
Salsa Dance Lessons
Private Salsa tuition tailored to individual needs, covering foundation steps, turn patterns, and advanced techniques. Lessons focus on social dancing skills, musical interpretation, and partner dynamics. Available for solo learners or couples with flexible scheduling options.
Bachata Instruction
Specialist Bachata lessons developing rhythm, styling, and connection skills. Curriculum includes basic timing patterns, turn variations, and musicality training. Suitable for dancers seeking to expand their Latin dance repertoire.
Cha Cha Cha Tuition
Technical instruction in Cha Cha Cha footwork, timing, and styling elements. Focus on developing clean movement patterns and musical responsiveness. Ideal for dancers wanting to improve their ballroom Latin technique.
Merengue Classes
Merengue tuition covering basic step patterns, partner coordination, and styling variations. Emphasis on maintaining correct posture and timing while developing a natural, flowing dance style.
Music Tuition
Specialist music instruction available for clarinet, flute, piano, and saxophone. Personalised lessons with experienced tutor Ewa Dowlaszewicz, focusing on technical development and musical interpretation across multiple genres.
People
Andy Lammiman
Lead Dance Instructor
UKA-qualified Licentiate Dance Instructor specialising in Salsa and Latin styles. Teaching since 2008 with professional performance experience. Developed Mambo Vibes club nights before focusing on private tuition in 2024.
Questions
Do I need prior dance experience for Salsa lessons?
No previous experience is required. Our lessons cater to absolute beginners through to advanced dancers with customised instruction.
What dance styles do you teach besides Salsa?
We also offer Bachata, Cha Cha Cha, and Merengue tuition, with specialist music instruction available for clarinet, flute, piano, and saxophone.
Can lessons accommodate multiple students?
Private sessions accommodate up to three persons at tiered pricing. Group lessons focus on individual development while maintaining technical accuracy.
Do you offer travel services?
Travel within 40 miles of Northampton available with surcharges based on distance. Lessons typically held at our Kingsthorpe teaching location.
What happens if I need to reschedule?
No cancellation fees apply unless travel has been initiated. We maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate unexpected changes.
Reviews (4)
Collette Raymond
Nov 12, 2019
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I went to the beginner class with my partner who has no dance experience at all. unfortunately the progression was way too fast for first timers and it put him off. Although I coped quite happily with the pace as a dance teacher myself, I suggest more time spent to embed the basic steps would be more beneficial to absolute beginners. That said the atmosphere was friendly and welcoming.
Jane A.
Sep 15, 2019
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I love Mambo Vibes, been going there for a year now. Andy is an excellent teacher, very patient, friendly and welcoming. The people here are very friendly and welcoming and each lesson is fun. Advice to beginners is be patient, you can't learn to salsa in one night. Consistency is the key. I found myself getting better and better as I continued to attend regularly and Andy works hard to help everyone regardless of their level.
Tanya Lukianchikova
May 23, 2018
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Have been going to the club since November 2016. Love the instructors, love the atmosphere and, of course, the monthly parties!
Sarah Lovatt
May 28, 2014
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Mambo Vibes is a beautiul mix of excellent teaching and great music combined with a friendly atmosphere. Its my favourite club!
