| Class |
Syllabus |
Description |
Pre-req |
| Beginner 1 |
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In Beginner 1, we learn the basic steps, proper frame, smooth salsa movement, and right and left turns. Most importantly, we begin to develop the skill of lead/follow communication ... |
2 feet & a heartbeat |
| Beginner 2 |
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Now that you have the basics down pat, let’s really add to your repertoire. In Beginner2, we examine lead and follow techniques more closely while learning new salsa patterns. We introduce linear, rotating, checking and turning patterns with special emphasis on the lane of dance...
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Beginner 1 |
| Beginner 3 |
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In Beginner3, we get into more complex patterns and variations on previous moves. We explore more intricate lead and follow concepts, and introduce salsa shines... |
Beginner 2 |
| Combos 1 |
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When we learn to read, we learn letters and words first and then learn how to use them effectively in flowing sentences. The same applies when we learn to dance. We learn individual patterns and then how to put them together in combos on the dance floor... |
Beginner 3 |
| Intermediate 1 |
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Welcome to intermediate salsa dancing! In this class, we delve deeper into the world of smooth salsa dancing, with special attention to pattern transitions and double handshakes. We introduce more complex shines and incorporate more styling into the dance. Of course, there are loads of new patterns to learn here, and we even explore more spins... |
Combos |
| Intermediate 2 |
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It’s time to shake up what you know about salsa, as we introduce salsa alchemy. It’s all about dissecting patterns, taking elements of things, and splicing them together to create exciting new moves... |
Intermediate 1 |
| Intermediate 3 |
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We’re about to delve deep into the world of texture. In Intermediate 3, we look at spinning and turning like never before. These new patterns are more complex, help to increase our lead and follow abilities, and are a blast to learn and dance |
Intermediate 2 |
| Combos 2 |
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We're going to rock-out the intermediate patterns you've learned through some fun and challenging combos while applying some wicked concepts on top. Get ready to look closer at texture, turns & balance, musicality, self-completion, frame and style. |
Intermediate 3 |
| Advanced 1 |
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You have an arsenal of patterns at the ready, but there are still some very tricky ones we have left to explore. In advanced 1, we’ll look at loads of new patterns and how to coca cola your way out of anything. We’ll dig further into salsa alchemy and introduce a couple of super-neat concepts... |
Intermediate 3 |
| Advanced 2 |
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Concepts from Advanced 1 continued |
Advanced 1 |
| Advanced 3 |
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Concepts from Advanced 2 continued |
Advanced 2 |
| Salsa On2 |
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Hmmm, that *looks* like salsa, but what count are they dancing on? In this class we'll teach you how to apply everything you know about salsa On1 to salsa On2 using fun combos! Dance like they do in New York! |
Combos |
| Cha-cha-cha |
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So you're dancing salsa, and then this music comes on that, ... sort of sounds like salsa, but it's just not quite it! Everything you love to do in salsa, you can do in chacha. Let's figure out how! |
Combos |
| Choreography |
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In this class, you'll learn a complete salsa choreography to a great salsa song. There will be emphasis on precision and style with a chance to perform at one of our salsa events through the year. |
Intermediate 1+ |
| Bachata 1 |
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This passionate dance comes to us from the Dominican Republic and is a nice break from our fast-paced salsa styles. The music is beautiful, the dance is beautiful, and this class will equip you with the skills to look beautiful doing it... |
2 feet & a heartbeat |
| Bachata 2 |
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The exploration of this fantastic dance continues as we build upon what we’ve learned in level one. More dynamic turn patterns, more navigation tools, and more ways to connect with your partner... |
Bachata 1 |
| Bachata Combos 1 & 2 |
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Using some of the moves from Bachata 1 & 2, plus a host of new moves and grooves, there will be all sorts of interesting patterns and a mix of old and new styles. We will explore cool ways to combine patterns and create seamless transitions between moves |
Bachata 2 |