Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I get to the Scandic Continental Hotel?

Scandic Continental is located about a 10-minute walk from Helsinki's Central Railway Station. Visitors arriving by car can park at the hotel's parking lot. The tram stop for 4 and 10 is located right next to the hotel. Moving throughout the Helsinki metropolitan area is made easier by: http://www.reittiopas.fi/en/

2. How do I sign up for classes?

Book your ticket for the festival in advance and make sure you get the ticket for the biggest dance event of the year 2012 in Helsinki.

OUR WEB SHOP IS NOW OPEN, BUY YOUR FESTIVAL PASS/ single tickets  HERE: http://kauppa.bailabaila.fi/

You can also buy your ticket at Dance School Baila Baila (Eerikinkatu 27, Helsinki) or by bank transfer. Our festival account is: Nordea FI73 1745 3000 1315 34. BIC code is: NDEAFIHH.

ATTENTION! Remember to add reference: attendant´s name, workshop type, email address and phone number, thank You!

You will get the festival pass with Your name on 6.-8.4. from the Scandic Continental hotel, from Baila´s info desk.

3. Can I attend intermediate/advanced classes, even though I've bought beginner's classes?

You may attend intermediate/advanced classes instead of beginner's classes if you wish. However the difference between the price of the intermediate/advanced classes and beginner's classes will be charged in order for you to make this change.

4. Can I attend beginner's classes, even though I've bought intermediate/advanced classes?

You may attend beginner's classes instead of intermediate/advanced classes if you wish. However the difference between the price of the beginner's classes and intermediate/advanced  classes will not be refunded.

5. Can I attend classes, even though I've never danced salsa before?

Of course! The Salsa festival is the best way to learn salsa and other Latinamerican dances quick and easy, without breaking a sweat! You do not need any kind of earlier dance experience to attend beginner's classes.

6. Do I need my own partner to attend the classes?

No, you don't need your own partner during the class, as partners are rotated throughout the class.

7. How do I dress appropriately for my dance class?

The most important thing is to wear comfortable clothing, which do not restrain movement. For more upbeat classes, such as reggaeton and zumba you need indoor sports clothing. For salsa classes women may wear skirts and heels, but also normal clothing (pants, shirt and indoor sneakers) are perfectly suitable. Men can wear either jeans or sports clothing for salsa classes. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable dancing in your clothing. You can also dance in socks, shoes are not required. You do not need any special equipment or clothing to attend a dance class.