Soirée SBK
9:30 PM
€10-12
Salsa, Bachata & Kizomba at Le Balajo, Paris
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Weekly Schedule
Thursday
Location
Salsa
Bachata
Kizomba
Zouk
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9 Rue de Lappe, 75011 Paris, France
Get DirectionsAbout Le Balajo
If you want a single night that runs salsa class into a club, Le Balajo's Thursday Mixte does it: beginner and intermediate Cuban‑salsa classes with Carole and Herminio from 19:30–21:30, an SBK social (salsa, bachata, kizomba) until about 00:30, then Urban clubbing (Afrobeats/Hip‑Hop/Zouk) into the morning. Entry is €10 with a soft or €12 with alcohol; cloakroom is mandatory (€2). There are gender discounts/free windows, women free 21:00–22:00 and free entry for everyone from 23:30 on some nights.
The room is the old Balajo disco at 9 Rue de Lappe in Bastille; it dates from the 1930s and operates as a nightclub rather than a formal dance studio. Expect a mixed crowd, beginners through intermediate, a few advanced dancers, and a very crowded dancefloor early on (reviews note it can feel packed until ~23:00). Use the 19:30 class as your warm-up if you want space to move; after midnight the music shifts firmly away from salsa toward club styles.
Vibe
historic, SBK-to-clubbing mixed crowd
Music
Cuban salsa classes then SBK (salsa/bachata/kizomba) early; Urban clubbing (Afrobeats/Hip‑Hop/Zouk) after midnight
When it fills
dancefloor busy 22:00–00:30; often very crowded until ~23:00; clubbing fills after 00:30
Live music
mostly DJ-led SBK and club nights; site also lists occasional concerts
Beginners
mixed; beginner classes at 19:30/20:30 provide an entry point
Neighbourhood
9 Rue de Lappe, Bastille (11th arrondissement), central nightlife strip
Floor
Dancefloor reported very crowded early in the night; cloakroom mandatory (€2)
Crowd
beginners–intermediates with a few advanced dancers; numbers vary by night
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Frequently Asked Questions
What dance styles does Le Balajo host?
Le Balajo hosts salsa, bachata, kizomba events. The music split is: Salsa (1 event), Bachata (1 event), Kizomba (1 event). Cuban salsa classes then SBK (salsa/bachata/kizomba) early; Urban clubbing (Afrobeats/Hip‑Hop/Zouk) after midnight. Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at Le Balajo?
Le Balajo has 1 weekly event on Thursday. The busiest night is Thursday. dancefloor busy 22:00–00:30; often very crowded until ~23:00; clubbing fills after 00:30. See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
How much does it cost to dance at Le Balajo?
Entry at Le Balajo is €10-12. Prices may vary by event. Check each event above for details.
Where is Le Balajo located?
Le Balajo is located at 9 Rue de Lappe, 75011 Paris, France, Paris, France. It's in 9 Rue de Lappe, Bastille (11th arrondissement), central nightlife strip. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at Le Balajo?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Social dance events at Le Balajo welcome solo dancers at all levels. You're welcome to ask anyone to dance; no partner needed.
Is Le Balajo beginner-friendly?
mixed; beginner classes at 19:30/20:30 provide an entry point.
Is there live music at Le Balajo?
mostly DJ-led SBK and club nights; site also lists occasional concerts.