Guides
Everything worth knowing before your first Friday
Short, practical answers to the things people ask before they turn up. No filler.
Bachata vs salsa: what's the difference?
Bachata and salsa differ in origin, tempo, basic step and hold. A concrete comparison of the two dances, and an honest answer on which is easier to start.
Do you need a partner to learn bachata?
No, and most people turn up alone. Why partner rotation teaches you to lead and follow properly, and what actually happens if you do bring someone along.
What to wear to a bachata social
What to actually wear to a bachata class and social in San Francisco, from shoes to fabric to jewellery, and the one thing that will get you asked to change.