About Us
Dance is a conversation between two souls guided by rhythm and light. It opens the mind, heals the heart, strengthens the body, and brings people together in a moment of pure expression. When the music begins, all walls fall down. So shed the worry and join the flow, Watch your confidence bloom and grow!
Career
Dance Teacher
Jordan has been dancing from a very young age. He is very dedicated and passionate in dancing and he is extremely happy to share his skills and knowledge in Manchester. Jordan is a friendly and approachable instructor, with a mission and attention to detail. He will not miss a trick, suitable for anyone who would like to be a social or serious salsa dancer.
Salsa Freedom was founded in 2008 and has spent more than a decade growing into one of the most welcoming and positive dance schools in Manchester. Jordan has taught across Manchester City Centre, Trafford, Salford, Stockport and Cheshire. He has also taught across Europe, but still his heart has always stayed in the vibrant centre of Manchester where the energy of the city inspires him to teach with joy and purpose.
Jordan’s ultimate dream is to see Salsa Freedom continue to flourish as a welcoming, successful school that shares the joy, fitness, and community of dance. When you join a Salsa Freedom class, you are learning from a motivated, highly qualified, and exceptionally experienced instructor who is passionate about your success, both on and off the dance floor!
Jordan Theodor
JORDAN
THEODOR
2008
2026
Cuban Salsa in Manchester
Salsa can now be found all around the world. Salsa dancing is
exuberant, fiery, fun, sexy and flirtatious—one of today’s most
popular dance styles, especially here in the UK. It attracts
people from every culture, ability and background. Learning
salsa is a great way to exercise, meet people, and expand your
social life.
Here at Salsa Freedom, we cater for absolute beginners through
to advanced dancers. If you’re a complete beginner and you want
to master salsa quickly and stress-free—don’t look away. All you
need is dedication and we’ll do the rest!
Private lessons are ideal if you learn quickly and want
one-to-one instruction so you can progress to the next level
fast. They’re crucial if you want to reach a professional level
in the least amount of time. Group salsa lessons are perfect for
casual dancers—affordable (contact us for prices), partner
rotation helps you learn with different abilities, and you won’t
get “stuck” with one partner. Group sizes can be large, so speak
up and ask questions if you have one.
We believe the quickest way to learn is by swapping partners
frequently, so we teach Rueda De Casino (Cuban Salsa). In Rueda,
pairs of dancers form a circle and everyone dances in unison
while partners are switched between moves.
Learn fast with partner rotation
We teach Cuban Salsa in the Rueda format: couples dance in a circle, moves are called, and partners rotate frequently. It’s social, great fun, and accelerates learning through repetition and variety.
Why we're here
Our main goal is to share our passion and knowledge of salsa with people of every ability, background and age. We aim to get everyone dancing in no time - working hard to share our skills while making sure you have fun.
Where & When
We provide Cuban Salsa drop-in classes three times a week in the heart of Manchester City Centre.
No Partner Needed
Cuban Salsa is a partner dance, but no partner is necessary in our classes. We can challenge you as much - or as little - as you like, depending on how you progress.
Our Community
Here, strangers become partners, and partners become friends. The regular rotation of dance partners helps people connect naturally. Salsa builds a sense of camaraderie because you share the same journey; Learning, improving, making Mistakes and laughing through it. These shared moments is the source of Salsa’s magic, and its the root beneath our humble dance community at Salsa Freedom.
Our community embraces people of all ages, walks of life, and backgrounds. Salsa’s inclusive nature makes it possible to connect beyond traditional social barriers. We welcome everyone, because at Salsa Freedom, you're free to come as you are. Honest self expression is crucial to any performer, so if you have any specific needs please dont hesitate to get in touch and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Developing your skills as a dancer gives you open access to
the cities social life. Many people are intrigued to know
the city of Manchester better, but don’t know where to start
or who they would explore it with. Knowing how to dance
gives you direct access to Manchester’s best social
gatherings, through the various Salsa social events which
take place in the city.
Book your Salsa Class
Book your salsa class with Salsa Freedom Manchester and discover a fun, welcoming way to move, connect, and build confidence on the dance floor. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, our classes are designed to help you feel relaxed, energised, and free. Spaces fill fast — book your class online today and start dancing with freedom. Join a vibrant community, learn from experienced instructors, and turn your first step into a new passion.
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Meet the Team
Instructors
Jordan Theodor
Teacher
Jordan has been dancing at a very young age. He is very dedicated and passionate in dancing and he is extremely happy to share his skills and knowledge in England. Jordan is a friendly and approachable instructor, suitable for anyone who would like to be a serious salsa dancer.
Phoebe
Assistant
Phoebe has been part of our group dance classes for the past year and a half. Her energy, enthusiasm, and positive attitude have made her a valued assistant. Passionate about improving both her following and leading skills, she’s keen to develop a deeper understanding of partner dance and continue growing within the Salsa Freedom community.
Jiyan
Assistant
Embarking on a dance odyssey for the last five years and has developed into a well rounded professional dancer, making him a keen asset to our community. His unwavering dedication to his craft serves as an inspiration to all. Jays Journey is a testament to passion, hard work, and the joy of dance!
Moe
Assistant
Moe is an enthusiastic dancer with a background in Jazz and Modern dance. She started training in Japan at the age of 12 and was a member of City Academy Jazz Company in London for three years before moving to Manchester. She now loves salsa and is passionate about teaching dance as a profession.
Ovi
Assistant
Ovi has been dancing since he was 5 years old. He danced in WDSF, this includes 10 dances (5 Latin and 5 ballrooms). He stopped dancing in 2020 since moving to the UK. However, he stopped competing professionally and found a new found passion in teaching dance. Call us now to request a lesson with Ovi.
Azura
Assistant
Azura has been dancing from the age of 10. After moving to the UK in 2004, this traditional Malay dancer decided upon Salsa as her new favoured dance style. Due to dedication and passion she's been dancing salsa for over 6 years and assisting for over 2 years.
Dr Casey
Student Assistant
Casey first learned Salsa abroad when she moved to Colombia for a year. Upon returning to the UK he has now joined Salsa Freedom to learn Cuban style Salsa. Her unique style along with her tenacious dedication, makes her a favoured student assistant and a valued member of our dance community.
Ashok
Student Assistant
Ashok has been attending lessons at Salsa Freedom for two years, and in this short time period his talent for Salsa dancing has blossomed. Ashok never saw himelf as the kind of person who could partner dance, but has quickly developed to an advanced skill level due to Jordan’s bespoke teaching practice.
Hannah
Student Assistant
Hannah has been a student at Salsa Freedom for a year and a half. She frequently helps Jordan with demonstrations during class, her talent and flair gives a new favour to our class. Despite being a naturally gifted dancer, her excellence hasn’t been without hard-work and dedication. Hannah acts as an inspiration to our female students
Creative Collaborators
Matthew Jones
Freelance Web Developer
With a deep passion for web development and 13 years of industry experience, Matthew worked as our freelance web developer, helping bring Jordan and Dean's creative vision to life. With a keen eagle eye for detail and aesthetics, he led the build of Salsa Freedom's online presence with care, precision, and consistency. Matthew Jones is the backbone of our digital platform and is greatly appreciated by the entire Salsa Freedom team.
Matthew has strong full-stack expertise and is fluent in technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React. He is also a UI perfectionist, ensuring every interaction feels polished, intuitive, and true to the brand.
Dean Currie
Freelance Brand Developer
Dean’s priority when taking creative direction over the
Salsa Freedom brand, was to exemplify Jordan’s passion for
teaching and to communicate the spirit of Salsa through
the photography style and branding aesthetic. Jordan and
Dean liased frequently throughout this project to make the
brand messaging personal to Jordan’s dance philosophy.
Through thorough research and a careful technical
application, Dean produced the new Salsa Freedom Brand
(2025) through his myriad of skill-sets.
All creative contents in this website have been the
product of Deans art direction, so if you would like to
enquire for Deans professional services, you can reach him
through the following email,
info@curi-co.com
Skills Applied:
- Graphic Design
- UX/UI Design
- Photography
- Videography
- Logo Design
