Switch From Salsa On1 to On2
A structured 8-week course in Amsterdam for dancers who already move On1 and want to make the switch to On2 — the timing, the technique, and the confidence to dance it socially.
8 weekly sessions · Small group · De Pijp, AmsterdamIs this course for you?
Yes, if at least one of the following applies to you- You already dance salsa On1 and feel comfortable with the basic step, cross-body lead and basic turns
- You've tried On2 at socials and want to actually understand the timing
- You dance On2 already but want to clean up your timing, technique and connection
What you'll walk away with
- On2 timing — hearing it, feeling it, and staying on it
- Follower's technique coached by Ale, leader's technique coached by Aldo
- The core On2 vocabulary: basics, turns and cross-body variations
- Partner connection — leading and following with clarity
- The confidence to dance On2 at a social
How the course works
Every Tuesday, 19:00–20:00, from 15 September to 3 November 2026.
Limited places, so both teachers can give you individual feedback every week.
Aldo focuses on the leaders, Ale focuses on the followers while we build partner connection.
Partners rotate during class, so you don't need to bring one.
Your teachers
20+ years dancing salsa — competing, winning, and performing with show teams across Mexico and Europe. Ale leads Alquimia Movement, an On2 ladies' team that performs internationally, and coaches the followers.
10+ years dancing Salsa On2. Founder of Mambo Candela, a men's show team that performs internationally. In this course Aldo coaches the leaders — lead technique, clarity and musicality.
Together, Aldo & Ale direct Avanza Show Teams — performing across the Netherlands and Europe — and dance their own partner show of original choreography. Between them, 10+ years teaching salsa across the scene.
Practical details
- When
- 8 Tuesdays, 19:00–20:00 · 15 Sep – 3 Nov 2026
- Where
- Casa Alquimia · Van Ostadestraat 105, 1072 ST Amsterdam (De Pijp)
- Price
- €135 for the full 8-week course
- Level
- Comfortable with salsa On1 basics
- What to bring
- Dance shoes or clean, flat-soled shoes. Followers: heels optional.
Questions
No. Partners rotate throughout each class.
No. The course is built for On1 dancers making the switch. We start from your On1 foundation and rebuild the timing from there.
Securely online when you reserve your spot. €135 covers all 8 sessions.
The first weeks build the foundation, so message us before the course starts if you'd like to join.
Ready to switch to On2?
Places are limited so both teachers can coach you individually. Reserve yours now.
Reserve your spot — €1358 weekly sessions · Small group · De Pijp, Amsterdam