

How to Book classes at Salsa Madras
How to book your class at Salsa Madras? Booking a class at Salsa Madras is simple and fully online for both Chennai and Graz. Please always pre-book your spot, as walk-ins are not accepted and places are limited. Step 1 – Choose your city/site Decide whether you want to join classes in Chennai (India), www.salsamadras.com or Graz (Austria), www.salsamadras.at Step 2 – View the schedule Open the class schedule for your city to see days, times, locations, and levels (Be

Arun S Pauer
Dec 25, 20252 min read


Why Learning Multiple Social Dancing Styles is Essential
As someone who dances and organizes events in a small social-dance scene, such as Chennai (India) or Graz (Austria), I’ve learned that enthusiasm alone doesn’t fill a dance floor. Many of us dream of hosting exclusive Salsa, Bachata, or Kizomba nights. Yet, turnout often isn’t strong enough to support single-style events. When only a handful of people know a particular style, mixed socials can feel disjointed. Dancers sit and wait for “their” song while the DJ plays music the

Arun S Pauer
Jul 26, 20254 min read


Beginner’s Guide: Start Your Salsa Journey in Chennai
Whether you're stepping into your first salsa class or showing up at a Latin social night, how you present yourself matters— not just for...

Arun S Pauer
Jul 24, 20252 min read


Embracing Tranquility: Discovering Peace and Well-Being Through Social Dancing
In today’s fast-paced world, we juggle work, responsibilities, and social obligations. Finding something that nurtures our body, mind, heart, and soul can feel impossible. But what if the answer lies on the dance floor? Social dancing—particularly vibrant styles like Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba—offers so much more than just movement to music. It’s a joyous celebration of connection, culture, and self-expression. Whether you're swaying to rhythms in Chennai, grooving in Graz,

Arun S Pauer
Jun 16, 20253 min read


How Social Dancing Breaks Social Inequality
A diverse group of professionals, symbolizing the widespread and inclusive appeal of salsa across various demographics and occupations....

Arun S Pauer
Jun 3, 20252 min read


6 Reasons Why Switching Partners in Classes Matters!
Whether you're aiming to be a confident social dancer or just want to enjoy your journey in the dance world, rotating partners is a game-changer. It might feel unfamiliar in the beginning, but stick with it—you’ll grow faster, dance better, and connect more deeply with the beautiful community of Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba dancers around you.

Arun S Pauer
May 27, 20252 min read


Understanding Consent: Why It Matters
The Importance of Clear Communication In discussions about consent, clarity is essential. Consent is not just a single event; it must be...

Arun S Pauer
Mar 25, 20253 min read


The Secret Ingredient: How a Smile Transformed My Salsa Journey
Dancing at Latin Festival Madras in Chennai Edinburgh, 2007 . The crisp Scottish air, the cobblestone streets, and… Salsa? My journey...

Arun S Pauer
Mar 8, 20252 min read


Void & Influx - Post Pandemic effect in Dance community
The dance world has undergone a huge make over since the pandemic. In this Blog, I tried to address the obvious, in the social dancing...

Arun S Pauer
Jul 18, 20233 min read


How I Tried to Stand Out—And Ended Up in a Crowd
Thought I picked a unique song for my championship routine—turns out, 4 others did too! A funny lesson from Hong Kong 2014. 😆 #DanceLife

Arun S Pauer
Oct 16, 20214 min read






























