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Call +44(0)7832 359209 mish@salsamish.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
General Info
About Salsa Mish
Salsa Dance
Bachata Dance
Kizomba Dance
Our weekly salsa club in St Albans, Hertfordshire, is a vibrant dance event held every Friday at
Greenwood Park Community Centre,
Tippendell Lane,
Chiswell Green,
AL2 3HW.
From 7:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., enjoy salsa, kizomba, and bachata classes with rotating expert teachers, followed by freestyle dancing with top DJs.
We also host a monthly Sunday Social with Mish and an annual Charity Day. Beginners and experienced dancers of all ages are welcome to join our inclusive community.
Our weekly salsa club runs every Friday at Greenwood Park, St Albans, with the following schedule:
7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bachata Beginners
8:00 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.
Salsa Intermediates & Kizomba Beginners
(taught by rotating expert instructors)
8:50 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Salsa Beginners & Kizomba Improvers
(taught by rotating expert instructors)
9:15 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Bachata Improvers
9:45 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Freestyle dancing
Rotating roster of top salsa and bachata DJs in the main hall
Rotating roster of top kizomba in the kizomba room
10:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Café Mish with complimentary tea, coffee, cakes, and biscuits
Soft drinks are available, and you can bring your own alcohol.
No stilettos or talcum powder are allowed on the dance floor.
Search “St Albans salsa club schedule” for details.
Every second Sunday of each month, join our Freestyle Social Dancing with Mish at Greenwood Park Community Centre, AL2 3HW.
Every Second Sunday of Every Month
Salsa & Bachata Social Freestyle Dancing With Mish
From 3:30 pm until 6:30 pm
Entry is £10 Without a Ticket
Free With a Ticket
To get yourself a Free Ticket, Come to the Friday Before The Event
No Lessons, Just Freestyle Dancing With Mish
A Mix of Bachata dominican, sensual, romantica etc
A mix Salsa romantica, dura, Cuban etc
A bit of Kizomba
Our annual Salsa Mish Charity Day is a family-friendly picnic held on the second Sunday in July from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Greenwood Park, Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green, AL2 3HW.
Enjoy salsa dancing, music, and community fun while supporting a great cause. Search “Salsa Mish Charity Day St Albans” for event updates and how to join this uplifting day of dance and giving back.
In addition to our weekly Friday nights and monthly Sunday workshops, we host themed events with rotating teachers and DJs.
Anniversary Party
Second Friday in June
Valentine’s dance night in February
Halloween
Spooky salsa and costume party in October
Christmas
Festive dance event in December
New Year
Vibrant Latin dance party to celebrate the new year
These events at Greenwood Park, St Albans, feature classes, top DJs, and a festive vibe. Follow us or search “St Albans salsa events” for details.
No partner is required!
Our Friday night classes, monthly Sunday Social, and special events encourage solo attendees, with partner rotations during classes and Dancing to ensure everyone learns and connects.
Whether you’re new to salsa, kizomba, or bachata, you will feel welcome in our St Albans dance community.
Entry to our weekly Friday salsa club is £15, to be paid in cash on entry.
This includes all classes 7:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m. and freestyle dancing until 1:00 a.m.
Monthly Sunday Social with Mish is £10
Free if you get a ticket by attending the Friday just before the event.
Salsa Mish Charity Day is £10.
(100% goes to the selected Charity)
Yes, beginners are welcome!
Our Friday night classes include
Salsa Beginners 8:50 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Kizomba Beginners 8:00 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.
Bachata Beginners 7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
taught by our rotating team of expert instructors.
The monthly Sunday Social with Mish is also beginner-friendly, There is no better way to learn than Dancing and get into the deep end.
Search “beginner salsa classes St Albans” to join us!
Wear comfortable, breathable clothing like lightweight tops and pants or skirts. Choose dance shoes with suede or leather soles for smooth pivoting—no stilettos or talcum powder are allowed on the dance floor to protect the venue. Embrace vibrant Latin dance attire for Friday nights, Sunday Social, or special events to match the lively atmosphere.
Yes, you can bring your own alcohol to Friday night events during freestyle dancing 9:45 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.. Soft drinks are available for purchase, and our Café Mish 10:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. offers complimentary tea, coffee, cakes, and biscuits in the chill-out room. Check specific event details for Sunday Social and the Salsa Mish Charity Day on event pages.
At Salsa Mish, the vibrant St Albans salsa club in Hertfordshire, we celebrate the rich diversity of Latin and Afro-Latin rhythms across two dedicated dance rooms. Every Friday night, our rotating lineup of talented DJs keeps the energy high and the dance floor exciting by spinning a dynamic mix of the most popular and danceable tracks in each genre.
The Salsa & Bachata Room
This is the heart of the party! Our DJs play a lively blend of salsa music alongside bachata, creating the perfect flow for social dancing.
Salsa music itself comes in several wonderful styles that you’ll hear throughout the night:
• Cuban Salsa (Timba & Son) — Energetic, rhythmic, and full of percussion with a strong Afro-Cuban flavour. Great for circular dancing and Rueda de Casino.
• New York / Puerto Rican Salsa — Classic, punchy salsa dura with powerful brass sections and infectious grooves. This is what many people picture when they think of traditional salsa.
• LA-style / Colombian influences — Faster-paced, flashy tracks that suit linear salsa styles, often with a touch of cumbia flavour.
• Plus occasional merengue for a fun, upbeat change of pace.
Interspersed with the salsa, you’ll hear Bachata — the smooth, romantic Dominican rhythm famous for its melodic guitar and sensual feel. Our DJs mix bachata romántica (classic and emotional) with bachata sensual (modern and flowing), so whether you love close, intimate dancing or more playful footwork, there’s something for everyone.
The Kizomba Room
For a more intimate and sensual vibe, head to our dedicated Kizomba room. Here the music is smoother and more grounded. Our rotating Kizomba DJs play the best of:
• Kizomba — The passionate, wave-like rhythms from Angola, often featuring deep basslines and romantic vocals. It’s perfect for close partner work and flowing body movement.
• Modern fusions including Kizomba remix, Afro house influences, and occasional Zouk or Tarraxinha tracks that add variety while keeping the sensual flow.
Because we have rotating DJs every week, each night feels fresh. Different DJs bring their own flavour and signature tracks, so even regular dancers discover new favourites while enjoying all the most common and beloved songs from each genre.
Whether you’re a beginner just getting into Latin dancing or an experienced salsero/a, bachatero/a or kizomba lover, the music at Salsa Mish is carefully chosen to be fun, danceable, and inclusive. Come for the classes, stay for the social — and experience the full spectrum of salsa, bachata, and kizomba in a welcoming St Albans venue.
Our classes are led by a talented rotation of expert instructors for salsa, kizomba, and bachata, ensuring diverse teaching styles and fresh perspectives. Mish leads the Bachata Beginners and Improvers classes on Fridays, Check the Teachers page. Search “salsa teachers St Albans” to learn about our instructors and their unique approaches.
Free parking is available at Greenwood Park Community Centre, Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green, AL2 3HW. Please park considerately, avoiding blocking driveways or grass verges, and follow instructions from our parking attendants. Arrive early for Friday nights, Sunday Social with Mish or the Salsa Mish Charity Day to secure a spot.
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