Starts This Monday 7pm
LOCATION:
4028 Papermill Dr NW #16, Knoxville, TN 37909
“Since 2008 • 250+ at Friday & Saturdays Parties • 10,000+ Students Taught”

“Classes + Friday nights = Instant Friends, Real Progress. Best decision I made this year.” – Alyssa P.
Locally and Nationally Recognized For Over 20 Years






From: Waldo & Jacqui
Knoxville, Tennessee
Do you want to finally feel comfortable on the dance floor?
Do you have a goal to make new friends, get active, and enjoy your Fridays & Saturdays?
Would you like a simple plan that gets you there in less than 90 days—then keeps you growing all year?
The right class + the right community at the right time can change your whole week (and sometimes your life).
It can rebuild confidence, strengthen relationships, and give you a place you belong—every Friday and Saturday.

Salsa Semester Can Help You…
✅ Find your rhythm with step-by-step coaching (Level 1 & 2 Salsa & Bachata Classes included—starts this Monday).
✅ Build your community with Every Friday Parties where you practice what you learn.
✅ Stay consistent with our 12-for-6 plan, accountability chat, and a 30-day Confidence Guarantee.
Every beginner deserves a clear path, patient coaches, and a room that cheers for them.
Your move matters—let us be your first step.
Join Salsa Semester (Pay 6 Months, Dance 12 Months!)
Salsa Knoxville Has Already Helped
Countless People Around Knoxville...

Inside Salsa Semester you won’t just get classes—you’ll get a routine, community, and confidence that make progress inevitable. Here’s a sneak peek of the outcomes you’ll experience:
Beginners welcome • Start any week • 30-day Confidence Guarantee • Parties included

You Get When You Join ' Salsa Semester ' Today!
Practice salsa at home anytime! This full online course helps you lock in your steps, get extra reps, and learn even faster. Use it alongside your in-person classes for maximum results.

Learn Bachata and become a more versatile Latin dancer. This bonus helps you feel confident dancing to different styles at any Latin event.

Dance to ANY Latin rhythm! Learn Cumbia so you're never left sitting during your favorite Latin party songs. With this bonus, you’ll move with confidence all night long.

Total beginners and rusty dancers. No experience needed, no rhythm required, no partner required.
Your first class is this Monday at 7:00 PM (Your Open Enrollment to assess your leve) Doors open 6:50p—come a bit ahead to check in.
No. We rotate partners in class so everyone learns faster. Couples can choose to stay together.
Comfortable clothes you can move in. Shoes: smooth, non-sticky soles (no flip-flops). Heels are optional.
You’re paying for 6 months and training for 12 months—your membership includes the second 6 months free.
Weekly classes Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, weekend practice parties, level evaluations, and our accountability chat to keep you on track, online courses, and more.
Yes. Our step-by-step method is built for absolute beginners. If you show up and follow the process, you’ll progress.
You’ll know the basic timing, 3–5 core patterns, and how to lead/follow them with confidence at socials.
Dance-Floor-Confident in 30 Days or It’s Free. If you attend 4 classes + 1 party and don’t feel meaningfully more confident, email support@salsaknox.com
for a full refund. No hard feelings.


Salsa Knoxville Dance Company was founded by Waldo y Jacqui Solano, a passionate and dynamic duo with a shared love for dance. Their journey began in 2008, when they met at a salsa event and discovered their mutual dedication to the art of salsa, bachata, cumbia, merengue and all the Latin Dances. Both having extensive backgrounds in dance, and they quickly bonded over their vision of creating a dance community that not only teaches people how to Latin dance but also brings joy, connection, and fitness into their lives.
Recognizing a lack of structured dance programs in Knoxville, they decided to combine their expertise and start their own dance company. They began by offering small, intimate classes in local community centers and gradually built a following through their energetic teaching style and commitment to their students. Their classes were known for being not only educational but also incredibly fun and welcoming to dancers of all skill levels.
As word spread, Salsa Knoxville Dance Company grew rapidly. Waldo y Jacqui's dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment made their classes a popular choice for people looking to learn salsa and bachata. They started organizing salsa parties, workshops, bootcamps, and community events, which further solidified their reputation as leaders in the dance community.
Over the years, Salsa Knoxville Dance Company has expanded its offerings to include a variety of dance styles, performances, and competitive dance teams. Waldo y Jacqui have remained at the heart of the company, continuously innovating and finding new ways to share their passion for dance. Today, Salsa Knoxville is not just a dance school but a thriving community where people come together to celebrate the joy of dance.
Through their hard work and dedication, Waldo y Jacqui Solano have transformed Salsa Knoxville Dance Company into a cornerstone of Knoxville's cultural landscape, bringing the vibrant world of salsa and bachata to countless individuals and fostering a lifelong love of dance in their community.

© 2025 SalsaKnox Dance Company
Dance. Connect. Have Fun.
📲+1 (865) 455 3658 | waldo@WaldoSolano.com | jacqui@SalsaKnox.com
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