Fun Events in the DMV area! Improve your skills with dance workshops & social dancing

Events & Workshops

Our dance workshops and events in the DMV area help you solidify and improve your dance skills through specialized drilling techniques in Salsa, Bachata, and other workshops, as well as practicing while mingling with your dance buddies at our fun social dance parties. Our dance workshops are longer than regular classes and are designed to refine your technique and prepare you for the social dance floor. Our parties are incredibly fun, filled with great music, professional dance performances, and friendly faces.

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Ugly sweater social party + A 2-hr Salsa workshop by Ardiente, 12/20

Yoii’s Salsa Fusion Team Auditions on January 10, 2026 in DC

Speed dating event ages 21+ , 01/23

Friday romantic date night classes in DC & Bethesda

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Ugly Sweater Social Party

Join us for our annual Ugly Sweater Social Party at SWS Bethesda!

Get ready for a festive night filled with holiday vibes, fun workshops, live music, and dancing all night long. Whether you’re coming for the class, the social, or just the holiday spirit, this is the perfect way to celebrate the season with our dance community.

Ladies get free party entry before 10 PM

Happy Hour until midnight

Event Agenda

Date: Saturday, December 20th
Time: 7:00 PM – 2 AM
Location: 4731 Elm Street, 2nd Floor, Bethesda, MD, 20814
Pre-Party Workshop: All-Level Salsa on1 Footwork & Partner Work by Ardiente ( 7 PM – 9 PM)
Salsa and Bachata Music Mix by DJ Chapibol (9 PM – 2 AM)
Live Music by Andy Carrera

Pricing Options

One Person Party Only – $15

One Person Workshop Only – $25

One Person Workshop + Party – $30

Members Party Only – $12

Members Workshop Only – $20

Members Workshop + Party – $20

Two People Workshop + Party – $48

VIP Party Table (8 Party tickets + 2 Wines) – $175

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Guest Tickets (With No SWS Account)

Fusion Salsa Intermediate On1 Partner Team Auditions

Sharpen your dancing. Learn dynamic choreography. Train with a motivated team.

Auditions are open for our new Fusion Salsa Intermediate On1 Partner Team, directed by Yoii Moore.

If you want to level up your technique, grow your partner work, and train with a focused group, this is for you!

Register here!

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Dance is a journey of self-growth. We’ve seen our students grow from absolute beginners to confident social dancers and even performers. It takes practice and consistency but the results are remarkable and the friendships built on the dance floor last for a lifetime.

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Parties & Events

The best way to practice your skills while having fun and socializing with new and old friends.

Social dance parties
Speed dating events
Date night events

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Private Lessons

The most productive way to build a solid foundation and advance is through working one-on-one with one of our amazing instructors.

Salsa, Bachata & more
Ballroom dance private lessons

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The teachers are experienced and patient, and there are different levels that you can choose from. You can either stay at your own level, or try others at the same time, its very flexible.
They also teach Bachata and not Just Salsa, so you can enjoy both as I did.
The stuff is really nice, and they also have a Social party once a month so you can practice your moves. Best studio I tried!

Adi A, Yelp review

My partner and I came here for our first private salsa lesson. I was a little anxious as I have no dance experience/rhythm and also wasn’t sure how they’d handle two men learning two dance together. Our instructor, David, was absolutely awesome. He didn’t miss a beat (..) and had such an easy way of interacting with us. He made even a nervous nelly such as myself feel calm and confident. The studio was also very nice and modern. We could not have had a better experience with Silvia’s, and will be back for another lesson from David soon!

Andrew P, Yelp review

I took my first salsa lesson with Mario and it was excellent. It was obvious that he is a professional and very good at what he does. I’m an adult male and i was a bit scared because have never been inside a dance studio. He was able to teach me some dance steps and I look forward to having additional classes. The facility is new with a very nice design and professional operation.

Don M, Yelp review

I have now taken lessons at Salsa with Silvia for over 3 months and several classes. I have no hesitation in saying that Salsa with Silvia is one of the best Salsa schools in the Wash DC/MD area. The instructors at the studio are just amazing. I have taken classes with three of them, Kelly, Jennifer and Joffre, and I enjoy each of their classes.

Md U, Yelp review

Salsa with Silvia is THE PLACE TO BE. Whether you’re looking to improve your dancing, rent their beautiful studio for your private event, or bring your kids for an experience. You will leave feeling satisfied and happy that you took the step to come in. There is a reason this studio is the #1 Latin Dance studio in the DMV. You can feel the love that was put into the studio from starting out in just a basement to two studios! The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The teachers are patient, understanding, and energetic.

Miriam K, Google review

Salsa with Silvia is more than a dance studio. Lots of magic happens there. You’ve got all the basics- amazing instructors, good variety of classes in style and level, a professional business, and a safe and reliable environment. In addition, you learn how dancing is about much more than just moving your body. By joining the studio you enter a community, so you meet amazing people and make new friends. The owner Silvia is always engaged and she is always willing to help.

Zey, Google review