Escuela Swing Latino
Swing Latino Academia is the school of the Swing Latino dance company, directed by Luis Eduardo Hernández, El Mulato. It has a single location at Carrera 31 #7-25, El Cedro, two blocks from the Pascual Guerrero stadium.
- Duration
- 0 to 2 hours
- Address
- Carrera 31 #7-25, El Cedro, Cali (near Estadio Pascual Guerrero)
Swing Latino started in 1995 in the San Pedro Claver neighborhood as a foundation for children and young people from vulnerable neighborhoods. Its company has won several world salsa championships, won NBC's World of Dance in 2017 and danced with Jennifer Lopez at the 2020 Super Bowl halftime show.
The academy has classes for kids from age 4 (Mini Latinos), teens, adults and companies, plus a dancers' club. It's the school of stage-style Cali salsa: fast feet, spins and lifts. Prices aren't published; you have to ask on Facebook (Swing Latino Academia).
The location is next to the Pascual Guerrero, which was damaged in the August 10, 2026 earthquake. A neighboring school, Tropical Swing, had to move after walls collapsed. We found no report about Swing Latino and its website was under construction; confirm before you go.
What to see
- A class with teachers from the company.
- Rehearsals of the children's and youth groups.
- El Mulato Cabaret, a block away, where the company performs.
Getting there
- Taxi or ride-hailing app to Carrera 31 #7-25, El Cedro.
- It's a block from El Mulato Cabaret and two from the Pascual Guerrero.
Tips
- Message Swing Latino Academia on Facebook to ask about schedule and price.
- If you want to see the company, go to El Mulato Cabaret on a Friday or Saturday.
- Ask whether the school is still on Carrera 31 before you head out.
FAQ
Who runs Swing Latino?
Luis Eduardo Hernández, El Mulato, a dancer and choreographer from Cali.
Do they teach tourists?
They have classes for adults and companies. Ask about private classes on their social media.
How much does it cost?
They don't publish prices. You have to ask directly.
Is the school open after the earthquake?
There's no report. A neighboring school moved because of damage; confirm before you go.
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