I have done Meringue several times, but don't really like it and only do it if I am asked. I had also danced Salsa a couple times before, but with people my own age who don't really know the dance. What made it so interesting was to watch the young people dance.
They danced it much more like the Hustle (Think John Travolta)than what I think of when I think of Latin dancing. It was all hustle moves with an underlying Latin beat. I love dancing the hustle. I was able to pick up Salsa very quickly.
The Bachata was a little more confusing. Every couple seemed to have a different take on it. Some woman were almost stationary with hips moving 100 mph. Some men were traveling with long steps. Some couples had a lot of separation, while other couples might as well have been making out. The few dances I did were very basic, and I never felt like I was "Getting it". Maybe after a while I will.
Zumba is a little different. It is very feminine with a lot of 'Core' movement. It feels really awkward for a man to do some of those moves; especially the ones based on hula, belly dancing and burlesque. Look up "Paris - Ooh La La Zumba" on you tube. That is not right for a man. I am getting better at it, but just can't do that stuff in public.
I live with my retired Dad, so I have a babysitter anytime I want one. After tax season, I will have all kinds of "Me" time. I just need to wait until then. By then, I should have my Salsa well tuned.
