Sonora Latin Dance
Sonora Latin Dance — Calgary
Calgary · Latin dance classes

Find your rhythm,
find your people.

Whether you're taking your first step or perfecting your style — Sonora is where Calgary learns salsa, bachata and everything in between. No partner needed, no experience required.

Find a Class Pricing
200+
Dancers a year
4
Latin styles
4
Nights a week
Find your flavour

Pick a style, feel the beat

Every rhythm has its own personality. Try one, try them all — most of our dancers end up loving more than they expected.

Hot & fast

Salsa On1

Spins, shines and big energy. The classic that gets the whole room moving.

Explore salsa →
Smooth & sensual

Bachata

Close connection and soulful body movement. Calgary's fastest-growing style.

Explore bachata →
Playful & social

Salsa Caleña

Lightning-fast footwork and the high-energy spirit of Cali, Colombia's salsa capital.

Explore caleña →
Bold & urban

Salsa Choke

Urban Colombian grooves from the heart of Cartagena with playful footwork and infectious group moves.

Explore choke →
Weekly classes

This week on the floor

Monday
Salsa On1 · 7 PM L1 Bachata · 8 PM L1 Salsa On1 · 8 PM L1 · ongoing
Tuesday
Salsa On1 · 7 PM L1.5 Bachata · 8 PM L1.5 Salsa On1 · 8 PM L1.25 Bachata · 9 PM L1.25
Wednesday
Salsa On1 · 7 PM L2 Salsa Choke · 7 PM Open Bachata · 8 PM L2
Thursday
Bachata · 7:30 PM L1 · ongoing Salsa Caleña · 8:30 PM Open
See full schedule & sign up

July & August · Classes start July 6 · Mon–Thu at Dance Code, 618 36 Ave NE

Save with a series

Pick your package

Most series run in 4-week blocks; beginner series run 8 weeks. Prefer one night at a time? Drop in any class for $25.

4 weeks · 1 class

One Class Series

$93
Any single style · Level 1.25, 1.5 or 2
  • Pick one: Salsa On1, Bachata, Salsa Caleña or Salsa Choke
  • 4-week series, 4 classes (1 hr each)
  • Footwork, styling & partnerwork, step by step
Choose your class
4 weeks · 2 classes

Combo Class Series

$142
Mix & match any two · Level 1.25, 1.5 or 2
  • Combine Salsa On1, Bachata, Salsa Caleña & Salsa Choke
  • 4-week series, 8 classes total
  • Mix and match — find your perfect combo
Get the combo
8 weeks · 16 classes

Beginner Series

$170
Salsa On1 & Bachata · Level 1
  • The 8-week beginner combo — 16 classes (8 Salsa + 8 Bachata)
  • Our best deal — just over $10 a class
  • The complete foundation, from zero
  • Prefer one style? Single 8-week series $120
Get the 8 week beginner combo
Salsa lovers

Salsa On1 + Caleña

$142 – $160
Two salsa flavours in one bundle
  • Pair LA-style Salsa On1 with Cali-style Caleña
  • Fast footwork meets smooth cross-body flow
  • 4-week series
Get the salsa combo
All styles · 4 weeks

All-Access Pass

$190
The ultimate package, for the dance lover
  • Every class, every night — Monday to Thursday
  • All four styles: Salsa On1, Bachata, Salsa Caleña & Salsa Choke
  • Dance multiple times a week, mixing levels & styles
  • Valid for the full 4-week series
Get the all-access pass
No commitment

Single Drop-In

$25
One class, whenever you like
  • Try any class on the schedule
  • Perfect for first-timers & visitors
  • No series or sign-up commitment
Get single drop-in

Don't see your ideal combo? Reach out to us and we can make it happen.

Loved by Calgary

Stories from the floor

★★★★★

"Sonora Latina has been such an amazing experience for learning salsa and bachata! Ashley and Juan are honestly the best coaches — super patient, talented, and passionate about what they do. They make every class fun, welcoming, and easy to follow no matter your skill level."

MS
Morwat S.
Level 1, Salsa & Bachata
★★★★★

"This is the best place to learn dancing! Christian and Vickki are great at breaking down the steps and repeating things if you dont get it. Everytime I go to class I feel welcomed and everyone is super friendly, supportive and warm. They have a variety of classes you can take and all the instructors are engaging and the laughs never stop!"

LS
Lady S.
Level 2, Bachata
★★★★★

"Taking their classes is the highlight of my week. I enjoy their teaching style & the dynamic of class is super fun and inviting."

EM
Emily M.
Level 1.5, Salsa & Bachata
Why dance with us

More than a class — a community

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Built for beginners

Walk in nervous, walk out hooked. Our intro classes break every move into simple, friendly steps.

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Real social nights

Practice what you learn at weekly socials with live DJs — where classes turn into friendships.

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Instructors who care

Trained, patient and a little obsessed with rhythm. They'll meet you exactly where you are.

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Pure good energy

No egos, no pressure. Just music, movement and a room full of people cheering you on.

Your path

From first step to social floor

A clear progression so you always know where you are and what's next. Join any level — we'll help you find your fit.

1

Beginner

Level 1 · Mon & Thu

Zero experience needed. Learn the foundations: timing, the basic step and your first turns. This is where the spark starts.

2

Beginner Reinforcement

Level 1.25 · Tuesday

Just finished Level 1? Keep the momentum going. Revisit and drill the fundamentals — timing, the basic step and your lead-and-follow connection — building the muscle memory and confidence that make every move feel natural before you level up.

3

Pre-Intermediate

Level 1.5 · Tuesday

Build your dance vocabulary with combinations, partnerwork and styling. Start dancing with confidence and flow.

4

Intermediate

Level 2 · Wednesday

Elevate your combinations, partnerwork and styling. Fine tune your body movement and basics to dance like a natural.