"I have no sense of rhythm – can I really learn to dance salsa?"

Yes, the sense of rhythm is something that can be trained! Very few have nobody sense of rhythm; It’s mostly about training. Start with simple exercises such as clapping steadily to music or walking to the beat. Use tools as mentioned above (e.g. rhythm app or metronome) to clarify the beat. After a few weeks of mindful listening, you will notice great improvement. Salsa music may seem complex at first, but once you “crack the code”, the rhythm will fall into place for you. So don’t let a lack of rhythm experience stop you – everyone can learn basic rhythm with a little effort.