La Candela
About the studio
La Candela is a Salsa and Cuban dances school in central Berlin, founded in 2018 by veteran teacher Ido Flaishon and based in a dedicated studio near Hauptbahnhof. The school specialises in authentic Salsa Cubana and the wider Cuban repertoire, including Son, Rumba, Timba, Afro-Cuban, Reparto and Cuban body movement. Its flagship Salsa Academy is a structured five-level program (Beginner to Advanced) of over 100 progressive classes taught in closed groups across eight-week blocks. Classes are led by an international team of professionally trained teachers and most run from the La Candela Studio at Am Hamburger Bhf 2, with additional rooms in Prenzlauer Berg and Mitte. Beginners can join a six-class introductory course, and no partner is required thanks to balanced leader/follower groups. The school also hosts a weekly Salsa & Friends practica and meetup for community dancing and feedback, and accepts Urban Sports Club. Memberships start at 64 EUR per month, drop-ins are 18 EUR, and the unlimited Gold membership is 125 EUR per month.
La Candela was founded in early 2018 in Berlin by Ido Flaishon, a dancer and teacher active in Europe since 2008. The school focuses on Salsa Cubana and Cuban dances and runs a structured methodology built on closed groups, eight-week blocks and a five-level Salsa Academy program.
Styles & levels
Weekly schedule 9 classes
Pricing
Instructors
Founder and director of La Candela. Veteran dancer and teacher in Europe since 2008, with two decades of experience in Cuban dances. Established the school in early 2018.
Known for her elegant and feminine touch in every movement.
The Cuban soul of La Candela; expert in Folklore, Cuban Popular dances and Contemporary Cuban Dance. Former choreographer of theatre groups in Havana.
Specialises in Body Movement across all Cuban forms.
Brings sass and a playful vibe to the dance floor.
What dancers say 5.0 on Google
"In my opinion, this is the best school in Germany to learn real, authentic Cuban salsa. They don’t only teach salsa, but the full Cuban repertoire, including Son, Rumba, Reparto, Rueda, and more, which really helps you understand the culture behind the dance. All the teachers ar"
"La Candela has great teachers and it Is a lot of fun to attend their classes. At the same time the courses are well structured. After having learned salsa cubana at multiple places, I would recommend this place as the best one to go. I got to know a wonderful community of people "
"La Candela has become such a special place for me. The mix of good energy, a welcoming atmosphere, and clear teaching makes every class really enjoyable. Each lesson is well-structured and uplifting, so you always leave in a better mood, no matter what kind of day you’ve had. I "
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