Welcome to the Salsa Beat website! My name is Ivan Rodrigo Garcia, originally from Mexico I have been teaching Salsa in the UK for 8 years. I am a UKA qualified and insured Salsa instructor. I am also the Director of Salsa Beat Ltd. I believe that one of my strengths is my philosophy that Salsa should be a fun, enjoyable and an inclusive experience for all, regardless of age or ability. In Mexico Salsa dancing is a strong part of our culture, and involves every member of the family from the very young, to the young at heart. I have a strong conviction that anyone can tap into their “inner beat” and develop their own skills. I firmly believe in creating an environment that is safe, non judgemental and fun! The results speak for themselves. It is rewarding for me to see how much people grow, not only in their dancing skills but also in their own confidence and self belief.

Salsa Beat offers a range of services which includes teaching regular Salsa classes across the South Yorkshire and East Midlands area, including Mansfield, and introducing the Salsa Beat to weddings, private parties for adults and children, Local Authority sponsored performances, corporate and charity events etc, involving children and adults of all ages and abilities. As part of my passion for inclusion adults and children with disabilities are very welcome to attend classes. After completing further training and essential Local Authority checks, I have, over the last year, been engaged to teach Salsa to children and young people in schools as part of the PE curriculum. This work within schools has received a fantastic response from everyone involved including the young people, parents, Heads and teaching staff. Salsa dancing promotes fitness, confidence, cultural awareness, social integration and agility as well as a whole range of other benefits, Why not escape from the hectic lifestyles of today.....AND HAVE SOME LATIN STYLE, SALSA BEAT FUN!