Iroko Latin Dance Academy
Iroko Latin Dance Academy teaches salsa, bachata, and Latin ballroom in Tampa, Florida, with classes for beginner to advanced dancers.
Salsa, bachata, and Latin ballroom classes in Tampa for all skill levels, 6 days a week, with private lessons and performance teams.
Updated August 2026
- Location
- Tampa, FL
- Categories
- Latin & Ballroom, Salsa, Bachata
Iroko Latin Dance Academy, located at 8211 N Florida Ave in Tampa, teaches salsa, bachata, and Latin ballroom. The academy offers group classes 6 days a week for beginner to advanced dancers, private lessons, and performance teams. Kids classes serve ages 6–12. According to the academy, instructors include world champion Latin dancers. Group classes accommodate solo dancers and couples; partners rotate during lessons. The academy also offers custom choreography for wedding first dances and quinceañeras. The studio features a smooth dance floor, free parking, spacious layout, and a sound system. Reviewers consistently praise the instruction and atmosphere. Students describe instructors Scott, Denis, and Ernesto as friendly, professional, and passionate. Reviewers regularly mention the welcoming environment, with many noting they've built confidence and met new people through the academy's classes and social dance events.
What dancers say · Florida Dancers review summary
All nine reviews are 5-star. Reviewers praise the instructors—named Scott, Denis, and Ernesto—as friendly, professional, and passionate. Students highlight the welcoming and encouraging atmosphere, confidence-building experience, and social aspects like meeting new people and attending dance events. The studio's facilities—spacious layout, smooth dance floor, great lighting, free parking, and sound system—receive consistent praise.
Review highlights from Google
Melissa Maldonado
I love that this studio offers plenty of free parking. The dance floor is smooth, the studio is beautiful, spacious and has great lighting and sound system. The instructors are all very friendly, professional and passionate. This is a great Latin dance academy for beginners and all the way to profes…
David Jimenez
Excellent
isaiah matos
Just finished my first month at Iroko, and it's been an amazing experience. It's a great place to learn how to dance, build your confidence, and meet welcoming people. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging, and Scott is an amazing instructor who makes learning fun and approachable for beginners…
Tory Sletten
Iroko Dance Academy is amazing. I am new to dancing. I've been dancing there for 6 months and love it. You get to meet a lot of new people and the instructors are the best.
naty lugo
Wepa! 🔥 That is exactly the kind of energy a top-tier dance studio deserves! It is absolutely thrilling to see my son gaining so much confidence, discipline, and skill from instructors who are truly passionate about teaching. There is nothing better than hitting the dance floor with a great group o…
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a dance partner for salsa and bachata classes?
No. While salsa and bachata are partner dances, you don't need to bring one. Iroko rotates partners during group lessons so you can learn with different people and develop lead/follow skills. Couples are also welcome to dance exclusively together.
What styles of dance does Iroko teach?
Iroko teaches salsa, bachata, and Latin ballroom. Classes serve beginner to advanced levels, and the academy also offers kids classes for ages 6–12.
Does Iroko offer private lessons?
Yes. Private lessons are available in addition to group classes, allowing you to work one-on-one with instructors.
Are there classes for kids?
Yes. Iroko offers kids classes for ages 6–12 to learn the foundation of Latin dancing.
Does Iroko have parking?
Yes. The studio offers free parking.