LATIN PASSION DANCE ACADEMY
welcome!
Latin Passion Dance Academy is dedicated to teaching dancers of all levels, from novice to experienced, in Salsa and Bachata. More importantly, we love being part of your dance journey, taking you from your very first steps to being an enthusiastic, passionate dancer.
3-4 Week Crash Courses
If you want to learn salsa and bachata for social dancing, but don't want to waste time or money without seeing results, our crash courses are for you. In just 3-4 weeks, our beginner classes will give you the solid foundations you need to hit the dance floor with confidence. Feel free to send us an email if you don't see our schedule listed here (below) or on our social media pages. We'd be happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information: LATINPASSIONDANCE@GMAIL.COM
IN-STUDIO CLASSES : PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR SCHEDULE BELOW and let's start your dance journey together! 🌟
** NOTE: we are also available for public and private events, celebrations, private classes, etc.
STUDIO LOCATION: 1106 Dearness Drive, Unit 1 & 2; London
Salsa Wednesdays
** weekly dance socials**
Latin Passion Dance Academy invites you to join us every week for salsa night, featuring salsa music along with a mix of bachata, merengue, and cha cha! The evening is open to dancers of all levels, from beginners to experienced salsa dancers.
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🕖 8pm Dance lesson - easy to learn, easy to follow (by Latin Passion Dance or guest instructors)
💃8:45-11pm (sometimes later) DJ music & Dance Social
🎟 $10/cover - cash, e-transfer, tap (debit/credit) ** please note that occasionally, the price may be subject to change depending on if we have special guest instructors and/or guest DJs.
📍WHERE: PEPPERMOON RESTAURANT located at 1100 Commissioners Rd EAST *** PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT for events/social dance updates @latinpassiondanceyxu ***
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JOIN US ON DEC 6, 2025
Latin Passion Dance Academy is thrilled to share that our 4th Annual Christmas Dinner & Dance Gala will be held at the elegant Marconi Club of London's grand Ballroom on Saturday, December 6th, 2025. Join us for an evening, celebrating the season, with lots of dancing! 💃🕺 We are thrilled to have DJ Carlitos back for another epic night of salsa and bachata! After seeing the love from our guests at our Gala in 2022 and 2024, we knew we had to bring him back to keep the party vibes going strong. Experience firsthand why DJ Carlitos is still one of the most original and authentic DJs around. And joining him for his London debut is the one and only DJ Sisco, who has been making waves in his own right, in Toronto and dance socials everywhere. DJ Sisco is sure to bring an extra spark to the party too. 🌟. With both of these talented DJs on board, we're in for a magical double dose of music at this year's gala. ✨💃🎶 🎄Dinner: A three-course meal consisting of salad, entree, and dessert will be provided, along with a complimentary tea and coffee station. When purchasing your ticket, kindly indicate your preferred dinner entree choice (Roast Chicken, Roast Beef, Vegan, or Vegetarian meal) in the "info" section. The entree will include potatoes and vegetables as well. TICKETS (debit and credit cards accepted at checkout): Dinner & Dance: •Flash Sale: $75/per person (until November 08 or until sold out). •Regular price: $85/per person Dance Only: •Flash Sale: $30/per person (until November 08 or until sold out). •Regular price: $40/per person; Please note that your online purchase serves as your ticket verification. The name of the purchaser will be on the guest list upon your arrival. Limited quantities are available for some ticket options, so we encourage you to secure your tickets early. Thank you for your cooperation and support. [LPDA passport members: please be aware that flash sale tickets are excluded from any additional LPDA passport discounts. Your passport discount is applicable starting November 09. Thank you for your understanding.*] 2025 REFUND + TRANSFER POLICY ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE - no exceptions. In case the event itself is canceled by us, refunds (less Square service charge fees) will be processed. Remember that you are responsible for your own ticket purchases, even if you are buying on behalf of someone else. If you have purchased a ticket and can no longer attend, you may transfer the ticket (once) to another attendee for the Gala event. All transfer requests should be made in writing to latinpassiondance@gmail.com by noon, Friday, December 5th. Dress Code: Formal Attire Please dress in your finest attire to make a statement on the red carpet. •Gentlemen are required to wear a dress shirt and pants (no jeans), or suit & tie and/or vest, and/or blazer. •Ladies should aim for red carpet elegance. ✨Event Details Summary: •DATE: Saturday, Dec 6th, 2025. •DOORS OPEN: 6:30 pm. •VENUE: Marconi Club, 120 Clarke Rd, London. •DINNER SERVICE: Begins at 7:30 pm. •DANCE ONLY: Dance only guests can enter the main Ballroom after 9:30 pm. •DRESS CODE: Formal attire. Questions Feel free to reach out to us at latinpassiondance@gmail.com if you have any inquiries. Let's Dance! ✨ We are thrilled and prepared for a wonderful night filled with dinner, dancing, and celebrating the Christmas season's joy with everyone! We look forward to seeing you on the dance floor! 💕Anna Marie & Fernando LATIN PASSION DANCE ACADEMY
Downtown London Street Salsa
During the warmer months (MAY TO SEPTEMBER), Latin Passion Dance Academy brings you regular street salsa nights in Downtown London . Since 2022, LPDA has hosted these in partnership with the City of London as part of their weekly activations on Dundas Place. We are proud to say that STREET SALSA FRIDAY has become a very popular outdoor weekly event.
2025: STREET SALSA FRIDAYS IS BACK ON MAY 2nd!!!!
This season, we are thrilled to announce that we will be co-hosting once again with the amazing folks at Casa Latina in addition to Dundas Place. We are so grateful to bring this special event to Londoners and visitors EVERY FRIDAY from May 2nd through to Sept 19th. The main location will be under the enchanting light canopy of Market Lane, 139 Dundas Street.
While the event is dependent on the weather, our partnership with Casa Latina gives us a backup plan that may allow us to move indoors if needed. Please keep in mind that there may be a couple of Fridays where another community event takes place at the same location. FOLLOW US ON THE DOWNTOWN LONDON STREET SALSA FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPDATES.
Thank you for joining us in creating this vibrant and
inclusive community event!
FREE EVENT, ALL AGES AND ABILITIES WELCOME!
Latin Passion Dance Academy (London) was founded by Fernando Benevides and his partner Anna Marie in 2020.
Fernando has been dancing Salsa for over 30 years, and although his competition days are behind him, Fernando continuously works to improve his style and technique through workshops and working on his own choreography and movement. As a teacher Fernando loves to share his passion for the dance, and focuses on musicality, timing and rhythm when teaching on the dance floor. "You cannot get enough basics"
When she is not assisting in the studio classes, Anna Marie also loves organizing and event planning, all things Salsa dance related. You can find her co-hostessing with Fernando at the weekly #Salsawednesday socials, or working on the business administration side for the studio.
In addition to dancing, Fernando and Anna Marie are also very proud of their partnership with some incredibly talented artists, musicians, and promoters that collectively, call London their home. Together these artists work on showcasing their love and passion for music, art and dance of all genres.
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