Salsa tryout in Beek en Donk

Never danced before or already have some experience? You are welcome.

Dance and Flow is offering a free salsa trial class at the Beek en Donk Community Center. The class is for adult beginners and intermediate dancers. The music is playing, your feet are finding the rhythm, and within an hour you will be dancing along. No one will bat an eye if you miss a step, because here we dance together, not against each other.

Who is this a real outing for?

For everyone from Beek en Donk, Laarbeek, and the surrounding area who is in the mood for something fun on Monday evening. If you are on the dance floor for the first time, you start with the basic step. If you have danced salsa before, you pick up your steps again and learn new combinations. You do not need to bring a dance partner. You dance together with people from your own village, and afterwards you will naturally know a few new faces.

Who teaches the class?

The class is taught by Erind El Cacique, founder of the dance school Dance and Flow in Eindhoven. He started ballet and modern dance in 1996 and discovered Caribbean dances in Italy in 2000. He learned son, salsa in Cuban, Los Angeles, and New York styles, and On2 Puerto Rican Style. In New York, he studied with Eddie Torres and Frankie Martinez, among others. He also completed flamenco training. Flamenco has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010. In 2006, he founded Dance and Flow. His specialties are salsa technique, Afro-Cuban dance, musicality, body isolation, and styling. He has taught and performed in Italy, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Australia, among other places. After twenty years in Eindhoven and other locations, he is now coming to Beek en Donk.

Erind teaches in English, using simple words and primarily by demonstrating the movements. Laura Bijster assists him during the classes in Beek en Donk. She demonstrates the steps along with him and explains things in Dutch. With salsa, you learn mainly by watching, imitating, and dancing. So, you don't need to understand every word to follow the lesson well.

What can you expect?

Erind demonstrates every step calmly, you imitate him, and if it doesn't work out, we simply do it again. You dance with a different person each time, so you naturally get to know everyone. Did you enjoy it? Then a course of five Monday evenings follows.

Where does salsa come from?

Salsa has its roots in the son, a music and dance form from Cuba. The son has been on the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage since December 2025. The rumba from Cuba is also UNESCO heritage, since 2016. Both styles are part of Erind's background. So, you are learning to dance from someone who knows the source of salsa.

Our tip for your visit
Wear shoes that allow you to turn easily and bring a bottle of water. Otherwise, you don't need to bring anything; your enthusiasm is enough.

Frequently Asked Questions

For which level is the salsa trial lesson in Beek en Donk intended?

The lesson is for beginners and intermediate dancers. As a beginner, you start with the basic step. If you have danced salsa before, you will learn new steps and combinations.

How does it work if I come without a dance partner?

You can simply come alone. During the lesson, you switch partners, so you dance with everyone in the group.

In what language is the salsa class taught?

Erind teaches in simple English and demonstrates everything. Laura assists and explains things in Dutch where necessary. So, you don't need to understand every word to participate.

Where does salsa come from?

Salsa originated from the son, a music and dance form from Cuba. The son has been on the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage since 2025. Salsa itself is not on it. The Cuban rumba is, however, since 2016.

What should I wear to a salsa class?
Clothing that allows for easy movement and shoes with a smooth sole that you can turn on. Sneakers with a lot of grip are less practical. Also, bring a bottle of water. How much do salsa lessons in Beek en Donk cost?

The trial lesson on Monday, November 2, 2026, is free. This is followed by a course of five lessons for 60 euros, from November 9 to December 7, 2026. Including the trial lesson, you will dance for six Monday evenings, of which you pay for five.

How do I sign up for the free trial lesson?

Via the website or by email.