SOLD OUT
January 27th - February 3rd, 2026 or
February 3rd - February 10th, 2026
in the Beautiful City of Havana.
Smokin’ Hot Salsa and Saskatoon Salsa Dance Co. is proud to once again offer a unique dance excursion to the beautiful city of HAVANA, CUBA. You will experience Cuban dance, music, culture, and cuisine like never before. Don’t miss this chance to take your dance abilities to a new level, make lifelong friendships, and experience the magic of Cuba that keeps us coming back every year!
You will be paired up with your own personal, professional Cuban dancer who will guide you through over 15 hours of lessons, specifically tailored to your level of dancing. You will be taught in the styles of Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Mambo, Son, Cha Cha Cha, Rumba, Afro-Cuban, and more. You will also have the opportunity to practice your new dance moves during outings to Havana’s most popular dance clubs and live music venues, not to mention - the beach!
The entire trip is captured by a professional photographer and videographer and each student will receive a downloadable photo album and recap video in the weeks following the dance trip. Additional highlights will be available throughout the trip over social media.
The trip also includes so many extras like a classic cars tour and photo shoot, a cigar, rum, & coffee tasting experience, a student performance showcase, outings to take in live Cuban music by the most famous musicians in the country, and organized dance parties for all of our participants to practice what they will learn throughout the trip.
Our students are well taken care of and we pride ourselves in creating a safe environment for everyone. We have multiple staff in Cuba who are hired to take care of the Canadians to ensure their safety and comfort for the entire week.
Smokin’ Hot Salsa and Saskatoon Salsa Dance Co. is proud to once again offer a unique dance excursion to the beautiful city of HAVANA, CUBA. You will experience Cuban dance, music, culture, and cuisine like never before. Don’t miss this chance to take your dance abilities to a new level, make lifelong friendships, and experience the magic of Cuba that keeps us coming back every year!
You will be paired up with your own personal, professional Cuban dancer who will guide you through over 15 hours of lessons, specifically tailored to your level of dancing. You will be taught in the styles of Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Mambo, Son, Cha Cha Cha, Rumba, Afro-Cuban, and more. You will also have the opportunity to practice your new dance moves during outings to Havana’s most popular dance clubs and live music venues, not to mention - the beach!
The entire trip is captured by a professional photographer and videographer and each student will receive a downloadable photo album and recap video in the weeks following the dance trip. Additional highlights will be available throughout the trip over social media.
The trip also includes so many extras like a classic cars tour and photo shoot, a cigar, rum, & coffee tasting experience, a student performance showcase, outings to take in live Cuban music by the most famous musicians in the country, and organized dance parties for all of our participants to practice what they will learn throughout the trip.
Our students are well taken care of and we pride ourselves in creating a safe environment for everyone. We have multiple staff in Cuba who are hired to take care of the Canadians to ensure their safety and comfort for the entire week.
This trip is for you IF...
• You have an adventurous spirit
• You have taken some salsa lessons either online or in person and want to increase your dance abilities
• You are completely new to dance but you want to learn something new and fun!
• You enjoy unique travel experiences
• You can go with the flow and are open to trying new things
• You’re feeling like your soul needs a refresh
• You want to make new incredible and lasting memories and friendships
• You have always wanted to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of Cuban dance, music, and culture
• You want to travel in a safe environment and be taken care of every step of the way
• You have an adventurous spirit
• You have taken some salsa lessons either online or in person and want to increase your dance abilities
• You are completely new to dance but you want to learn something new and fun!
• You enjoy unique travel experiences
• You can go with the flow and are open to trying new things
• You’re feeling like your soul needs a refresh
• You want to make new incredible and lasting memories and friendships
• You have always wanted to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of Cuban dance, music, and culture
• You want to travel in a safe environment and be taken care of every step of the way
Here's what's included in our 7-Day Dance Excursion :
Here's what's included
in our 7-Day Dance Excursion :
• 2 meals a day and daily snacks and water provided during dance lessons
• Your own personal professional dance instructor
• 15 hours of dance classes & workshops led by professional and accredited Cuban dancers
• Daily transportation between the hotel, dance classes and evening outings
• Photography & Videography by a professional photographer
• A special downloadable highlight video photo album of the entire trip
• A Welcome party with dinner, dancing, drinks and a meet and greet with all of the professional dancers
• A beach excursion complete with music, dancing, and an optional photo shoot
• A classic car tour around Havana
• A cigar, rum and coffee tasting experience in Miramar
• A hotel dance party with a DJ and our Cuban professional dancers
• A special performance showcase including all of our students and dancers
• A Farewell pool party and dinner at the end of the trip with all of our Cuban partners
• ... And so much more!
• 2 meals a day and daily snacks and water provided during dance lessons
• Your own personal professional dance instructor
• 15 hours of dance classes & workshops led by professional and accredited Cuban dancers
• Daily transportation between the hotel, dance classes and evening outings
• Photography & Videography by a professional photographer
• A special downloadable highlight video photo album of the entire trip
• A Welcome party with dinner, dancing, drinks and a meet and greet with all of the professional dancers
• A beach excursion complete with music, dancing, and an optional photo shoot
• A classic car tour around Havana
• A cigar, rum and coffee tasting experience in Miramar
• A hotel dance party with a DJ and our Cuban professional dancers
• A special performance showcase including all of our students and dancers
• A Farewell pool party and dinner at the end of the trip with all of our Cuban partners
• ... And so much more!
Leslie
Leslie
The Havana trip was such an incredible experience! Between the lessons with our Cuban instructors, the cultural immersion, and dancing every night, the whole week was full of laughter and love.
Kim did an excellent job organizing the trip and kept everyone safe and informed. A couple of highlights included the tour around Havana riding in the Cuban classic cars and spending a week with an amazing group of Canadians and Cubans. The dance lessons challenged me and added Cuban flair to my dancing style. I am excited to apply what I learned in the lessons to my dancing back home.
This trip is about more than just dancing - it is about connection, love, and learning to appreciate the small things in life. My heart is very full after this week in Havana and I will definitely be returning to Cuba on this trip in the future!
Megan
Megan
This was my first Havana Trip and I plan for it to be only the 1st of many many more. While I have travelled to Cuba before, this trip provided so much more of a personal connection to Cuba, it's culture, and it's people!
Being new to Salsa Dancing I was going into this trip very much a "newbie". My lack of skills was never an issue and my fellow dancers and teachers were so encouraging and patient. My partner was always encouraging me and making me feel safe to just let go, relax, and have fun while learning so much.
The skill, time, and effort Kim puts into this trip is incredible. She is doing so much in the background to ensure this trip is a life changing experience for everyone involved.
I thank Kim for putting this trip together. While it is something I am sure I will not be able to fully explain, the love in my heart I have after this trip will be something I never forget.
Thank you Kim and the amazing people I met on this trip. I am so excited to dance with you in the future, soon! Thank you to the teachers, Cuban dancers and my partner for the warm hospitality and love you showed us all. And for helping me to fall in love with Cuban Dancing!
Till next time! 😀❤️
Megan
Limited space available!
Choose between 2 payment options and secure your spot now!*
Choose between 2 payment options and secure your spot now!*
OPTION #1
1-PAY - $1797 + GST
OPTION #2
6-PAY - $329 + GST
Register by May 31, 2025, you will receive a
FREE SSDC Havana t-shirt or tank top
to wear during your dance lessons and keep as a souvenir!
OPTION #1
1-PAY - $1797 + GST
OPTION #2
6-PAY - $329 + GST
Register by May 31, 2025, you will receive a FREE SSDC Havana t-shirt or tank top to wear during your dance lessons and keep as a souvenir!
*flights and accommodation sold separately
By the end of this trip, you will have...
• Learned or improved in 7 different Cuban dance styles including Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Mambo, Son, Cha Cha Cha, Rumba, and Afro-Cuban dances
• Been instructed by your own personal, professional Cuban dance instructor throughout the course of the week
• Attended 3 organized dance parties with all of our Cuban teachers and Canadian friends
• Experienced live music by some of the world’s most famous Cuban musicians and artists
• Performed with our Cuban instructors at our special farewell dance showcase
• Enjoyed delicious and authentic Cuban cuisine
• Danced on the beach
• Made lifelong connections and friendships with both the Cuban and Canadian dancers you met on this trip
• Learned or improved in 7 different Cuban dance styles including Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Mambo, Son, Cha Cha Cha, Rumba, and Afro-Cuban dances
• Been instructed by your own personal, professional Cuban dance instructor throughout the course of the week
• Attended 3 organized dance parties with all of our Cuban teachers and Canadian friends
• Experienced live music by some of the world’s most famous Cuban musicians and artists
• Performed with our Cuban instructors at our special farewell dance showcase
• Enjoyed delicious and authentic Cuban cuisine
• Danced on the beach
• Made lifelong connections and friendships with both the Cuban and Canadian dancers you met on this trip
Kimberly M.
Kimberly M.
"This was my first trip with Saskatoon Salsa to Cuba. The trip was very well organized and an amazing cultural experience. It is difficult to put into words how amazing this trip was. You experience dance, music, and Cuban culture all while enjoying a break from the cold weather in Canada! While on this journey of dance, you make many new friends, and you feel like part of the Cuban family. The Cuban people are so kind, and the life lessons learned on this trip are about being part of a larger community, sharing when you have nothing, and the joy of music and dance. The entire experience touches your soul and provides you with an immense sense of joy. I cannot stop dancing when I hear the Latin beat, it has become a part of me now! Thank you, Kim, for this amazing experience and I hope to be able to do it again. I highly recommend this trip to anyone; you will not be disappointed."
Tom
Tom
"This was my first trip to Cuba and also my first time to this event! The love and excitement from the Cuban team was incredible it started off with a meet and great and the Cubans took it from zero to two hundred miles an hour with ease! I’ve never felt so welcomed before by everyone involved! The atmosphere was amazing! You learn quickly and always with expert knowledge and guidance! The event was top notch and the planning and love Kim puts into this is unbelievable she truly is a blessing!❤️ I would recommend this event to everyone I’m so looking forward to next year!!❤️"
Wendy
Wendy
I have just retuned from the Havana dance excursion with Saskatoon Salsa.
I have been on the trip multiple times and just when you think it can’t possibly get any better Kimberly somehow makes it happen
This trip is MAGICAL!
A week long adventure in beautiful Havana, filled with dance, laughter, new adventure, great food, and beautiful friendships.
The trip is extremely well organized, with so many great outings.
I look forward every morning to getting up and having breakfast with my friends, then going to dance class where we are greeted with open arms by our wonderful Cuban partners. The classes are exhilarating, and designed for every level!
Highlights of the trip for me included a fun beach day, an evening of rooftop dancing under the stars, beautiful restaurants and exploring the beauty of Havana.
Thank you Kimberly for once again exceeding my expectations.
I can't recommend this trip enough!"
Flights and Hotels :
Saskatoon Salsa has secured a special group rate of $1418 + Taxes (based on double occupancy) with our travel agent.
This includes a Round-trip flight to Varadero including bus transfers to and from Havana with 7 nights hotel accommodation at Memories Miramar!
Saskatoon Salsa has secured a special group rate of $1418 + taxes (based on double occupancy) with our travel agent.
This includes a Round-trip flight to Varadero including bus transfers to and from Havana with 7 nights hotel accommodation at Memories Miramar!
A PAYMENT PLAN IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR THE FLIGHT & HOTEL BOOKING!
You may also purchase other available add-ons, such as Elite Plus, Single Supplement, Cancellation insurance, Travel insurance and many more!
To take advantage of our group travel rate, all you have to do is click REGISTER HERE, then you will receive an email once you submit payment with a registration form. The travel agent will contact you from there.
A PAYMENT PLAN IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR THE FLIGHT & HOTEL BOOKING!
You may also purchase other available add-ons, such as Elite Plus, Single Supplement, Cancellation insurance, Travel insurance and many more!
To take advantage of our group travel rate, all you have to do is click REGISTER HERE, then you will receive an email once you submit payment with a registration form. The travel agent will contact you from there.
TENTATIVE ITINERARY*
*Subject to change!
Are you wondering what our days will look like in Havana? Here’s an example itinerary below. Please note this itinerary will be edited and finalized the month before the trip.
Are you wondering what our days will look like in Havana? Here’s an example itinerary below. Please note this itinerary will be edited and finalized the month before the trip.
DAY 1
‣ DAY 1 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 9:15am - Depart
• 2:30pm - Arrive in Varadero and board chartered bus to Havana
• 5:30pm - Arrive in Havana, check into Hotel
• 7:00pm - Dinner
DAY 2
‣ DAY 2 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 7:00-10:00am - Breakfast at Hotel
• 10:00am - Group meeting
• 10:30am - 11:30am - Classic Car tour around Havana
• 12:30pm - 5:00pm - Free Time
• 5:00pm - 9:00pm - Welcome Dinner and Party - this is where you meet and dance with all the Cuban instructors as well as get paired up with your partner for the week.
DAY 3
‣ DAY 3 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 7:00-8:30am - Breakfast
• 9:30am-12:30pm - Dance Lessons
• 12:30pm - 1:30pm - Lunch
• 1:30pm - 7:30pm - Free Time
• 7:30pm - 10:30pm - Hotel Party
DAY 4
‣ DAY 4 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 7:00-9:00am - Breakfast
• 9:30am-12:30pm - Dance Lessons
• 1:00-3:30pm - lunch followed by cigar, rum and coffee tasting experience
• 3:30-9:00pm - free time
• 9:00pm - bus leaves to Hotel Plaza for dancing
• 12:00am - back to Hotel
DAY 5
‣ DAY 5 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 7:00-8:30am - Breakfast
• 9:00am-12:00pm - Dance Lessons (NOTE: lessons start 30 mins early)
• 12:30-5:00pm - BEACH DAY
• 9:00pm - Live music outing or free night
DAY 6
‣ DAY 6 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 7:00-9:30am - Breakfast
• 9:30am - 12:30pm - Lessons
• 12:30-1:30pm - Lunch
• 1:30-9:00pm - Free Time (we suggest checking out Callejon de Hamel for rumba dancing and tour)
• 9:00pm - Bus leaves to 1830 (social dancing outdoors)
DAY 7
‣ DAY 7 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 7:00-9:00am - Breakfast
• 9:00-9:30am - Students meet and assemble staff gift bags
• 9:30-11:30am - Lessons/Prep final performance
• 12:00pm - Bus leaves to farewell location
• 12:30pm -Final demonstrations, awards and Recognitions*
• 1:30pm - Farewell lunch
• 2:30-6:00pm - Dancing, pool party
• 9:00pm - social dancing at Plaza hotel or live music
DAY 8
‣ DAY 8 ITINERARY - PRESS HERE TO EXPAND
• 8:00am-1:00pm Bus transfers back to Varadero (we won't know exact time until we are in havana, each city will have a different bus departure time, usually 6-7 hours before flight departs)
BONUS T-SHIRT!
If you register by May 31, 2025, you will receive a FREE SSDC in Havana t-shirt or tank top to wear during your dance lessons and keep as a souvenir!
What are you waiting for? Press the button below to sign up!
If you register by May 31, 2025, you will receive a FREE SSDC in Havana t-shirt or tank top to wear during your dance lessons and keep as a souvenir!
What are you waiting for? Press the button below to sign up!
HAVANA FAQ
Get the answers to all your questions right here below :
When will itinerary be finalized?
- You will get an updated version of the itinerary a month before the trip and then a final itinerary when you arrive. The days are always subject to change in case of weather or extenuating circumstances.
Will there be a meeting where I can get all my questions answered?
Yes, we will meet approx one month before the trip to discuss all details and questions
Will you provide a packing list?
- Yes, we will provide you with a full packing list the month before the trip.
What if i don't like (not compatible with) my cuban instructor?
- If you feel like you are not compatible with your instructor, let us know by Day 2 of the trip and we will accommodate you.
How much spending money do I have to bring?
We recommend bringing $300-$500 USD in case you want to buy food (2 meals are provided), souvenirs, attend additional tours or shows, and to pay for the night outings/drinks for you and your instructor.
Is Cuba safe?
Cuba is generally a safe country to travel to, according to the latest report from the US Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC). It is rare for travelers to experience safety issues in Cuba, although minor crimes like pickpockets and currency scams do happen.
What currency do I bring?
- Cuba has experienced significant changes in their currency as well as prices the past 3 years. At this point, we recommend bringing USD but we will advise closer to the trip date in case anything changes.
What is NOT included?
Your flight and hotel cost is separate but we do have a discounted group rate available or you can book on your own.
Any extra tours you decide to go on
You will need to pay for you and your Cuban instructor’s entrance and drinks to the two concerts we attend (it’s optional to attend and optional to bring instructor).
You will have to pay for your own drinks at the welcome and farewell party (we provide 2 drinks, you pay for additional)
Can you accommodate food allergies/preferences?
- Yes, we can accommodate allergies, vegans, and vegetarians.
Do I need to purchase insurance?
- Yes, you MUST provide proof of travel health insurance to be able to attend our trip. This must be submitted 2 weeks prior to travel.
Is the trip refundable?
- The dance portion of the trip is non-refundable. The Flight and hotel portion is refundable if you purchase the insurance.
Can I book my own flights and hotel?
- Yes, you may do so at your own risk.
Can I come if I’m a complete beginner?
Absolutely! We have 3 levels of dance classes available and your personal cuban instructor will help you every step of the way.
What will I get out of this if I’m an advanced dancer?
We have advanced classes available and there are so many amazing social dance opportunities. You may also book private lessons with our principle instructors.
Do I need to tip my instructor?
- If you are happy with your instructor at the end of the trip, you may tip them if you wish. We also do a gift exchange with our instructors and we recommend you bring a small gift item for them. We will provide some suggestions during our trip meeting.
Annabella
Cuba was the best experience I have ever had in my entire life. I love to dance but dancing is so much more in Cuba, it’s so passionate and loving, exciting and raw. I learned to dance but I learned so much more than that. There is a love in life that is only found in Cuba. From dance lessons in the morning to relaxing pool afternoons and social dancing at night, it was all perfect. Everyone on this trip was so kind and wonderful. Kim organized everything so well and every single Cuban I met opened me with opened arms and had me confidently speaking Spanish! I am grateful to feel apart of the family in Cuba. I can’t wait to go back and dance some more! ❤️
Sherisse
Sherisse
"This was my second time attending the Cuba Dance Trip with Saskatoon Salsa, and I swear each time it gets better and better. Not only did i get to strengthen my dance skills and practice social dancing, but seeing my friends from the previous year & making new friendships this year was so valuable to me. The Cuban dancers are so warm, welcoming, funny & talented people to learn and dance alongside. I have made lifelong friendships with many of them and with the new Canadian dancers who attended this year as well.
I look forward to making this Dance trip something I can attend each year with my Dance Family and learn more about cuban dance culture and exploring Havana even more.
I truly believe this dance experience is unlike any other. Kim organizes the most amazing week for you to learn alongside amazing professionals, eat delicious food & experience unique excursions outside of class as well. I love my dance family and would recommend this trip to anyone- even those who havent danced before! Thanks for another amazing week in Cuba Kim! 🤍"
Carla
Wow! Where does one even start to describe what an incredible trip going to Cuba with Kimberly and Saskatoon Salsa was. I was new to Cuba and “newish” to dancing so I was seeing it all through the eyes of learning something new, experiencing something new and creating new relationships with Cuban friends there with and with Canadian friends here. It has changed me in a forever way.
Between all the extreme planning from Kimberly and partnering with her amazing Cuban team, every detail was accounted for. We had dance lessons everyday, historical excursions, welcome and farewell parties, and nights out dancing. We were able to witness all the hard work that Kimberly has done to cultivate the relationships in order to create this experience- it is like no other trip. We were immersed into the beautiful culture of our dance partners and the instructors we met and instantly were welcomed as “familia”.
So if you’re considering going on this trip, I encourage you to take the step, be open to learning and growing and I can promise you, you will never regret it. This is my first trip but I can promise it won’t be my last.
Thank you Kimberly!!! You are a gift!!!
Alanna
Alanna
"The 2025 Havana Saskatoon Salsa Dance Company trip was my fifth time attending. Every year I see something new and expand my dance style. Who would have thought that starting as a beginner my first trip, I would be where I am today. You are never too old to learn a new talent, as Kimberly always encourages!
Now, a little bit about why I join this trip often, and why someone new may want to consider what this trip has to offer. The Havana dance week is full of well-organized lessons, excursions, and just all-around fun. This year’s trip there were many new people, which I loved seeing through their eyes for the first time and experience the dance and cultural opportunity with us.
Again, this year we were fortunate to enjoy many new excursions but always finding something new to explore at and excursion we may have been on before. The week was filled with daily Salsa Lessons, a Classic Car Tour, Rooftop and Mojitos at the Hotel Plaza, exploring Old Havana, Partying with the Locals (Dancers), eating at so many amazing restaurants, and much more.
For myself, the best part of this trip would have to be the lasting friendships formed each year, and the warm welcome we receive each time we arrive. Even though life isn’t easy for people living in Cuba, our dance partners are so positive and happy and enjoy life, and show us how easy it is, with very little, to cherish each others company/community and just have fun dancing, and along with doing charades trying to communicate when we don’t have google translate handy. This is one on my favorite parts of the newly formed friendships."
On a final note...
You have no idea what kinds of memories you'll leave our trip with. It's truly difficult to describe but each and every person who has taken the leap has left feeling inspired and grateful with a full heart!
The Havana Dance Excursion is a unique and transformative dance experience that you just won’t find anywhere else.
Imagine being immersed in Cuban culture with like-minded individuals who are all here to laugh, learn and live a little.
So I'm asking you - what's holding you back?
Is it the finances? We have payment plans for you.
Could it be that you feel you're not a good enough dancer? There's nothing you need to be, do or have to be there with us. We have a staff of patient instructors there to help every step of the way.
Could it be that you're afraid that you might not enjoy yourself? We facilitate the most amazing experiences for our students but in the end, it is always you who chooses to get the most out of it.
Listen...
These spots reserve very, very fast (we sell out every year)- and I wouldn't want you to miss your one shot at starting 2025 with a mind-blowing adventure.
So here's my final appeal : Do it for you.
Do it because you care about yourself and about living experiences you'll remember forever.
Do it because you want to fully express yourself in the flow of dance.
Heck, do it because you simply need a getaway to reinvigorate your soul!
If you want to do it, and feel convinced that this trip is meant for you...
You have no idea what kinds of memories you'll leave our trip with. It's truly difficult to describe but each and every person who has taken the leap has left feeling inspired and grateful with a full heart!
The Havana Dance Excursion is a unique and transformative dance experience that you just won’t find anywhere else.
Imagine being immersed in Cuban culture with like-minded individuals who are all here to laugh, learn and live a little.
So I'm asking you - what's holding you back?
Is it the finances? We have payment plans for you.
Could it be that you feel you're not a good enough dancer? There's nothing you need to be, do or have to be there with us. We have a staff of patient instructors there to help every step of the way.
Could it be that you're afraid that you might not enjoy yourself? We facilitate the most amazing experiences for our students but in the end, it is always you who chooses to get the most out of it.
Listen...
These spots reserve very, very fast (we sell out every year)- and I wouldn't want you to miss your one shot at starting 2025 with a mind-blowing adventure.
So here's my final appeal : Do it for you.
Do it because you care about yourself and about living experiences you'll remember forever.
Do it because you want to fully express yourself in the flow of dance.
Heck, do it because you simply need a getaway to reinvigorate your soul!
If you want to do it, and feel convinced that this trip is meant for you...
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