Latin & Rhythm · Founded by world champions
Latin Dance Lessons in Toronto
Rhythm, attitude and real technique, from your very first class.
Cha cha, rumba, samba, jive and paso doble: the five competition Latin dances, taught with real technique, rhythm and hip action, from your first class to the competition floor.
- Group classes with a 5, 10 or 20 class pass
- All five Latin dances, social to competitive
- No partner needed. Partners rotate in class
You’re not alone
Sound familiar?
Latin is for anyone who wants to move with confidence. We will show you how.
Choose your level
Start where you are
Latin group classes are added to the schedule as groups fill. Book them with a class pass, or get them included in a membership.
Class pass
5 · 10 · 20 classes
- Beginner-friendly group classes
- Any group class, no membership required
- No partner needed
Foundational Path
$249 / month
- 10 group sessions a month
- Weekly socials included
- Member event pricing
Advanced & competitive
From $140 + tax / lesson
- Coaching from World and British finalists
- Competition preparation
- Development and Performance Paths
The dances
Competition Latin, and the social dances it grew up with
Latin (also called Rhythm) is danced more in place than ballroom, with hip action, open positions and plenty of attitude. Prefer the elegant travelling dances? See ballroom dance lessons.
Competition Latin
- Cha ChaPlayful and cheeky, with its famous cha-cha-cha triple step.
- RumbaSlow and sensual. Often called the dance of love, and a favourite first dance.
- SambaBouncy carnival rhythm from Brazil.
- JiveHigh-energy kicks and flicks from rock ’n’ roll.
- Paso DobleA dramatic Spanish march, danced like a bullfight.
Social Latin
- SalsaFast, fun partner dancing with plenty of turns. Salsa lessons →
- BachataClose connection and smooth hips. Bachata lessons →
- MamboSalsa’s elegant cousin, danced on 2.
- MerengueThe easiest Latin dance to start: two steps and a lot of fun.
- Latin ThursdaysPut it all on the floor at our weekly social. See socials →
The Beach Ballroom Method
From first class to the competition floor
Start in a class or with an evaluation
Brand new? Start with a class pass. Danced before? A $99 evaluation places you at the right level.
Build Latin technique
Rhythm, hip action, footwork and connection: the details that make Latin look effortless.
Keep growing
Practise at Latin Thursdays, add private lessons, or train for competition on a Performance Path.
Your coaches
Latin coaching from people who have won
Our Latin team has competed at World, British and national level, and Tony still competes today.
Tony
World & British finalist
Still competing today, with a knack for memorable analogies.
Richard & Laura
2× World Champion · British Champion
The founders. Ranked among the top twenty-four couples in the world.
Antoine
Former national champion (France)
Contagious enthusiasm and precise technique.
Slavik
Trained competitors in Ukraine & China
Meticulous, detail-first coaching.
Bradley
Studied contemporary dance at Concordia
From b-boy to Latin and ballroom, with a background in professional dance and gymnastics.
Reviews
What our students say
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5 stars isn’t enough! I’ve been attending group classes here for a couple of years. After seeing some recent false posts, I felt compelled to post this and share my own review. I take private lessons with an independent teacher and have only been paying for group c...
Jacqueline T8 months ago
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So far, I’ve only experienced Honky Tonk Fridays, but I’ve had such a fantastic time at Beaches Ballroom! The venue itself is a beautiful ballroom is impeccably maintained, welcoming, and such a lovely space to dance in. All of the staff are incredibly friendly, wa...
Janine Jackson4 months ago
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By far the best dance studio in Toronto. The owners, Laura and Richard, are incredibly kind and welcoming, and also world-class dancers (Blackpool and world champions) with an amazing depth of knowledge. Every instructor is highly educated, professional, and genuin...
Moon Azad8 months ago
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Such a lovely dance studio! Ive been attending the drop in classes for about a month now and have loved every second of it! I was nervous about attending classes by myself and as a total beginner. That fear was erased the second I walked in the door. The staff and...
Christine Scott6 months ago
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2025 July 4.5★ Located by the beaches, this building offers space for dancing and some exercise area. Though I'm sure it's targeted for dancing. Great sized facility. Just right and not too big that you feel left out. Friday $5 merengue special is worth checking ou...
K Wa year ago
What is the difference between Latin and ballroom dance?
Latin (Rhythm) dances such as cha cha, rumba, samba, jive and paso doble are danced more in place, with hip action and open positions. Ballroom (Standard or Smooth) dances such as waltz, foxtrot, tango and quickstep travel around the floor in closed hold.
Is salsa a Latin ballroom dance?
Salsa is a social Latin dance rather than one of the five competition Latin dances, but it shares a lot of the same rhythm and hip action. We teach both, and many students do both.
Which Latin dance should I learn first?
Most adults start with cha cha or rumba. They teach the timing, hip action and connection that every other Latin dance builds on.
Do I need a partner to learn Latin dance?
No. Partners rotate in group classes, and in private lessons your coach dances with you.
How much do Latin dance lessons cost?
Group classes are booked with a 5, 10 or 20 class pass, or included in a membership. Private lessons start at $140 + tax ($169 + tax with a head coach), and a $99 evaluation is the best start for experienced or competitive dancers.
Can I train to compete in Latin?
Yes. Competitive students train privately with coaches who have competed at World and British level, usually on a Development or Performance Path.
Start Latin dancing this week
Join a class with a class pass, or book a $99 evaluation if you have danced before.
