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Sydney's Only Mambo-Specialist Academy in Ultimo

Schedule

Studio Location463-467 Harris St, Ultimo NSW 2007 — ground floor, independent access
Weekday ClassesMonday to Thursday, 6:00pm–10:00pm
Saturday Classes9:00am–11:00am
New StudentsStart with a $30 assessment — refunded when you attend

Monday

TimeClass
6:00pm

4 Week Beginner Salsa Challenge

Level 0 — Beginners · Separate program

Small group structured salsa fundamentals for absolute beginners. 16 people maximum. $99 deposit refunded in full on full attendance.

7:00pm

Open Afro-Cuban Dances

All levels welcome

An open-level class exploring Afro-Cuban movement vocabulary. Develops body isolation, rhythm, and musicality that feeds directly into social mambo dancing.

8:00pm

Open Rumba Cubana

All levels welcome

Rumba Cubana fundamentals and vocabulary. Builds Cuban motion, connection to the clave, and expressive quality that transfers to all Latin styles.

9:00pm

Choreography ProjectBy application

Intermediate to Advanced

Reserved for active choreography project teams. Not available for general booking.

Tuesday

TimeClass
7:00pm

Fundamentals Mambo Shines

Foundational — Level 1 and above

Solo footwork, timing, and shine vocabulary rooted in the New York mambo tradition. The technical foundation every serious social dancer needs.

8:00pm

Fundamentals Mambo Partnerwork

Foundational — Level 1 and above

Partner connection, lead and follow mechanics, and basic partnerwork patterns in salsa on2. Builds clarity and precision in the partnership from the ground up.

9:00pm

Choreography ProjectBy application

Intermediate to Advanced

Reserved for active choreography project teams. Not available for general booking.

Wednesday

TimeClass
6:00pm

4 Week Beginner Salsa Challenge

Level 0 — Beginners · Separate program

Small group structured salsa fundamentals for absolute beginners. 16 people maximum. $99 deposit refunded in full on full attendance.

7:00pm

Intermediate Body Movement & Shines

Intermediate

Intermediate-level solo work focusing on body movement quality, musical expression, and shine development. For dancers who have the basics and are ready to add depth.

8:00pm

Intermediate Social Style Partnerwork

Intermediate

Social floor partnerwork at intermediate level. Covers combinations, transitions, and the connection skills that make dancing with any partner feel natural.

9:00pm

Choreography ProjectBy application

Intermediate to Advanced

Reserved for active choreography project teams. Not available for general booking.

Thursday

TimeClass
7:00pm

Advanced Partnerwork Training

Advanced

High-level partnerwork for experienced dancers. Covers advanced combinations, musicality in partnership, and performance-level connection and technique.

8:00pm

Advanced Solo Work Training

Advanced

Advanced solo work, footwork, and body movement training. For dancers operating at a high technical and musical level.

9:00pm

Choreography ProjectBy application

Advanced

Reserved for active choreography project teams. Not available for general booking.

Saturday

TimeClass
9:00am

Choreography ProjectBy application

Intermediate to Advanced

Saturday morning choreography rehearsal. Reserved for active project teams only.

10:00am

Focus Lab — 4 Week SeriesNew this semester

Intermediate to Advanced

A focused 4-week deep-dive into a single technical concept. Each series targets a specific skill area announced at the start of each term.

11:00am

Choreography ProjectBy application

Advanced

Saturday advanced choreography slot. Reserved for active project teams only.

End of Term — Specialty Workshops

When: Last Saturday of each term, 12:00pm–2:00pm

Format: Specialty Workshop — Technique, Drills & Application (topic announced at start of term)

Who: All active Dance Mambo members — included in membership, no extra cost

Once per term, we run a specialty workshop on a specific technical concept, covering areas such as technique drills, musicality application, performance preparation, and complementary styles. Guest instructors and masterclasses are also announced here when applicable.

Before you book

  • All classes require an active Dance Mambo membership. New students begin with a $30 assessment session — book via the Get Started page.
  • The 4 Week Beginner Salsa Challenge runs at 6pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays and is booked separately via its own page. It is not included in the standard membership.
  • Choreography Project slots are not open for general booking. If you are interested in joining a project, speak to Fed or Pao directly or enquire via the contact page.
  • The Focus Lab 4 Week Series on Saturdays is included for all active members. No separate booking required.
  • Specialty workshops at end of term are included for all active members. Attendance is not automatic — members are notified at the start of each term with the topic and date.
  • Class levels are assessed at your onboarding session and reviewed regularly. If you feel ready to move up, speak to Fed or Pao and they will advise when the timing is right.

One session will change how you approach your dancing. Whether you are starting from zero or not, your next step is below.

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