ABailarMadrid
About the studio
ABailarMadrid is a cultural and recreational dance association (Asociacion Cultural y Recreativa Azcona) offering salsa and bachata classes across multiple locations in Madrid. The school operates as a collective of experienced teachers who came together to share their passion for Latin dance under the philosophy that 'dancing is fun'. Classes run Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday with dedicated beginner and intermediate/advanced groups, taught primarily by lead instructor Javi. Group classes are held at partner venues including Danzare Ballet on Calle Azcona and Portalo's on Calle Marques de Ahumada, both close to Metro Diego de Leon. The school is particularly welcoming to absolute beginners, marketing itself as the best dance school for principiantes who want to make new friends through dance. Couple registration is recommended for the Wednesday beginners class. In addition to weekly group lessons, ABailarMadrid offers private VIP at-home classes from 50 EUR per hour for individuals or couples. The association also collaborates with affiliated teachers offering tango, linear salsa, sensual bachata, flamenco, sevillanas, ballet, and tai chi.
ABailarMadrid was founded by a group of long-time dance students who, after years of training together, became teachers and friends. They created the Asociacion Cultural y Recreativa Azcona to spread their love of dance under the motto 'bailar es divertido' (dancing is fun). The school has built relationships with other Madrid dance institutions and currently delivers most of its classes in collaboration with Danzare Ballet (which took over the original Azcona 44 venue) and Escuela de Baile Portalo's. The 2024-25 season is active and the school is working on adding new locations. Regular dance parties (fiestas) have been suspended for the time being, with photos of past events still available on the school's Facebook page.
Styles & levels
All levels
All levels
Weekly schedule 3 classes
Pricing
Group class fees not publicly listed; private/VIP classes at home start from 50 EUR/hour, varying by instructor cache, level, and travel. Group rates available on request.
Instructors
Main contact and lead instructor at ABailarMadrid. Handles all bookings, class registration, and teaches the regular Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday salsa and bachata group classes across multiple Madrid locations.
Affiliated instructor couple offering specialised classes through ABailarMadrid in linear salsa (salsa en linea) and sensual bachata. Available for direct booking.
Affiliated tango instructor associated with ABailarMadrid offering Argentine tango lessons.
Affiliated instructor teaching flamenco, classical Spanish dance, ballet, floor work, and sevillanas.
Affiliated instructor teaching flamenco, sevillanas, and aerobics.
What dancers say 4.8 on Google
"It's an ideal place to learn to dance and have fun. It doesn't matter your physical condition or whether you go with a partner, friends, or alone. You'll meet lots of great people here, and they also organize social activities like parties and dinners outside of the classes that "
"Fantastic for learning to dance. I've met loads of fun people to go for drinks with after class. The teachers are lovely and their passion for dance is contagious. It's a great place to start with this hobby!"
"My partner and I have been attending this school for years. The schedule and prices were what made me decide. Years later, I can say that we're delighted with the teachers and the atmosphere. It's a great family where every month they have a party for students of all levels, danc"
The studio
