Island Mambo

10/07/2026

07/02/2026

🔥 TAKE YOUR SALSA TO THE NEXT LEVEL! 🌴🔥

Get ready for an unforgettable Salsa Crash Course with Rafael at Kihei Dance Connection!

Whether you’re a beginner looking to build confidence or a dancer wanting to sharpen your technique, this intensive class is designed to help you improve your footwork, partner work, musicality, and connection on the dance floor. 💃🕺

✨ Thursday, July 2
🔥 Footwork: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🔥 Partner Work: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Kihei Dance Connection
💵 $80

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, connect, and dance with one of Maui’s passionate salsa instructors.

🌺 Reserve your spot today!
📩 DM for registration & details

06/30/2026

Music connects generations and creates moments that last forever ✨🌴

Rafael, creator and founder of Hawaii Salsa Bachata Paradise and Island Mambo, sharing a special moment with a Puerto Rican salsa legend, Adalberto Santiago.

A beautiful encounter filled with history, passion, and respect for a culture that has brought people together around the world through music and dance. 🎶🔥

More than just events, Rafael continues to create unforgettable experiences, connections, and spaces where salsa and bachata come to life, bringing the essence of Latin culture from Hawaii to the world. 🌺🌎

06/29/2026

Promoting at Miami Salsa Congress

06/28/2026

Rafael | Artist • Dancer • Event Creator 🌴🔥
Bringing the rhythm of the islands to the world 🌎
From international congresses, collaborations with world-class artists, and unforgettable dance experiences, Rafael shares his passion for Salsa & Bachata through every step.

Founder of Maui Social Nights, Cañamon, Palladium, and creator of Hawaii Salsa Bachata Paradise — connecting dancers, artists, and communities through music, culture, and unforgettable moments.

✨ Follow the journey. Dance. Travel. Experience the island energy. 🌺

06/27/2026

🔥🌴 MAUI SOCIAL NIGHT IS HERE! 🌴🔥

Get ready for a night full of live music, salsa, and unforgettable energy with Grupo Cañamón 🎶🔥

Experience the rhythm, the passion, and the incredible atmosphere that only a live band can bring! 💃🕺

📅 Saturday, July 18
📍 Baila Baila – Maui Mall
⏰ Free Salsa Class for Couples: 8 PM – 9 PM
🎵 Social Dancing: 9 PM – 12 AM
🎟️ Entry: $25

Bring your partner, invite your friends, and come dance with us in paradise 🌺✨

🔥 Limited spots — Reserve your entry now!
📩 DM us: MAUI to get your tickets

06/26/2026

🔥 PALLADIUM SOCIAL NIGHT is coming! 🔥

Get ready for an unforgettable night of rhythm, connection, and tropical vibes in Honolulu 🌴✨

Join Rafael & Fransheska for an amazing Salsa Bootcamp from 5PM - 7PM, then keep the energy alive with our Social Salsa & Bachata Night from 7PM - 9PM with music by DJ Ever 🎶💃🕺

📅 Sunday, July 19
📍 Ala Wai Palladium
💵 Cover: $10

Bring your friends, your best moves, and get ready to dance the night away! 🌺🔥

📩 DM us to reserve your spot!

06/25/2026

🔥 MAUI SOCIAL NIGHT is back! 🌴✨

Get ready for an unforgettable night of salsa, bachata, live music & dancing with the incredible Grupo Cañamon and DJ Rafael 🎶🔥

💃 Free Salsa Class for Couples
🕺 Social Dancing: 9 PM – 12 AM
📅 Saturday, July 18
📍 Baila Baila – Maui Mall
🎟️ Entry: $25

Bring your partner, your friends, and your best energy… we’re ready to dance the night away in Maui! 🌺🔥

📩 Reserve your spot now — DM us for tickets!

06/25/2026

🔥 Ready to dance? Join our Salsa Crash Course on July 2 at Kihei Dance Connection! 💃🕺

Learn footwork from 7–8 PM and partner dancing from 8–9 PM.
Only $80 — reserve your spot today and don’t miss the fun! 🌴✨

📍381 Huku Li’i Pl Ste #102, Kihei, HI 96753