About Us

Rachelle and Katanga decided to join forces and start their own club in 2004 when it was felt that the needs of dedicated salsa dancers in Brighton were not being met. This meant either travelling up to London for a regular salsa fix, or starting something themselves. The result…Salsa Pimente!

Born in New Zealand, Rachelle came to the UK in 2000 and it was here that she developed her passion for salsa. She had never danced before however had a strong background in marching (a sport unique to New Zealand and Australia that is best described as a cross between military drill and Irish dancing!) for which she has won over twenty national titles. She has teaches both privately and in various clubs in the south, and also performs with the group Fahrenheit both in England and abroad.

Originally from Comoros Islands, Katanga started dancing at the age of 6. His first foray into dancing was through traditional african dances, for which he won several competitions, then he went onto Sook, break-dancing, and later - the latin dances. He first studied salsa in France, with Cuban and Colombian teachers, and then in the UK where he changed to the cross body style. For the last three years he has been teaching salsa both privately and in various clubs across the south of England.

Ant & Jess - More information to follow.

Pierre & Zoë have been running their own salsa club in Croydon since 2004. Zoë is a fully qualified IDTA & ISTD dance and fitness instructor and freelance choreographer. Pierre is a qualified teacher, DJ and semi-pro musician. With Pierre's attention to technique and Zoë's sexy styling, as well as their sense of fun and flirtatiousness, there's always something for both the guys and the girls in their lessons.

Emilia moved to Brighton from Poland in 2003. She works with Mark in an insurance company and loves all things salsa in her spare time. Mark was born in Bristol, and moved to Brighton in 2001. It is Emilia who is responsible for his new interest in salsa.

Lee Wright, 7th November 1984 - 9th November 2008. Lee was loved by all who knew him. His enthusiasm for both life and salsa was infectious, as was his cheeky smile and genuine charm. He is very much missed. Lee will always hold a special place in our hearts and memories.