Level 2/3 Cuban Salsa and Rueda
Thursdays
7:00-8pm
Located in Downtown Olympia
Call/text/email for exact location
Cuban Salsa (Intermediate) is also called Casino. This is a form of social dance, with stylized movements rooted in Cuban Folkloric dance. It is said to have evolved from Son music and dance from eastern Cuba and was danced in the Casinos of Havana. In this intermediate class you'll learn more complex combinations of moves and styling to make your dancing look and feel better. No partner needed. Wear comfortable clothing and non stick shoes. $20 drop-in or $60 for a 4 week series. Cash or check accepted. No partner required, dress comfortably with non-stick shoes.
7:00-8pm
Located in Downtown Olympia
Call/text/email for exact location
Cuban Salsa (Intermediate) is also called Casino. This is a form of social dance, with stylized movements rooted in Cuban Folkloric dance. It is said to have evolved from Son music and dance from eastern Cuba and was danced in the Casinos of Havana. In this intermediate class you'll learn more complex combinations of moves and styling to make your dancing look and feel better. No partner needed. Wear comfortable clothing and non stick shoes. $20 drop-in or $60 for a 4 week series. Cash or check accepted. No partner required, dress comfortably with non-stick shoes.
New Beginners Salsa Class Series June 26, 2024
Wednesdays, see flyer on home page!
Level 1/2 continuing Cuban Salsa
Thursdays
7-8pm
Cuban salsa class in a circle, wheel, known as Rueda or Rueda de Casino is a fun and dynamic way to learn and practice dancing Salsa with others. Basic level 1 skills required, some experience dancing salsa, knowledge of basic steps moves like Dile que no, Guapea, Dame, Enchufla, etc . $20 drop-in or $95 for a 6 week series. Cash or check accepted. No partner required, dress comfortably with non-stick shoes.
7-8pm
Cuban salsa class in a circle, wheel, known as Rueda or Rueda de Casino is a fun and dynamic way to learn and practice dancing Salsa with others. Basic level 1 skills required, some experience dancing salsa, knowledge of basic steps moves like Dile que no, Guapea, Dame, Enchufla, etc . $20 drop-in or $95 for a 6 week series. Cash or check accepted. No partner required, dress comfortably with non-stick shoes.
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A new drumming class series is starting June 24, 2024. Please let us know of you are interested!
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Class Details
Personal Hygiene-- Personal hygiene is important in partner dancing, as we are in close proximity to others, and salsa is high energy dance. Please come to class with a clean body, clean clothes, and fresh breath. Refrain from wearing cologne, perfume or other scented products to class, or apply sparingly. Thank you! |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a partner?
No partner needed. We rotate partners in class and feel that trying out steps and techniques with many partners helps accelerate learning, and builds versatile, adaptable dancers.
Q: What type of shoes should I wear?
We recommend that you wear dance shoes or any style of street shoe that is comfortable and allows you to easily pivot/spin on the ball of your foot on a wooden floor. Avoid anything with a pointed toe that elongates the foot or any shoe with a black sole that would leave marks on a light colored dance floor. You can also get by in sneakers like Puma, Converse or Tom's shoes. Flats or heels are fine for ladies; wear what is most comfortable. Clean socks are also an easy option for men and women. You do not need to buy new shoes for class unless you want to. If you already have some type of dance shoes, those are great to wear. Examples: salsa, ballroom, or swing shoes. Jazz shoes or dance sneakers are also great for class. Contact us if you would like help with shopping for salsa shoes.
Q: What kind of clothing should I wear?
You should wear clothes that you are comfortable moving in. Salsa is very aerobic, so wear something that you feel good in, but will keep you cool and allow a full range of movement. Some people love dressing up for class and some prefer to wear a t-shirt and jeans or yoga pants and a tank top. Men can wear dress pants and a nice shirt, women often wear casual dresses & skirts, or leggings under a skirt or dress. Simply wear what you are comfortable in.
Personal Hygiene
Personal hygiene is important in partner dancing, as we are in close proximity to others. Please come to class with a clean body and clothes and fresh breath. Refrain from wearing cologne, perfume or other scented products to class, or apply sparingly, as many people are very sensitive to the chemicals in synthetic fragrances. Also, if you smoke, please do not smoke right before class, as the scent lingers and can bother other dancers.
Q: How early should I arrive and where should I park?
For the first class in a series try to arrive 10 minutes early to pay and check-in. For the following classes, arrive so you have enough time to change your shoes and get settled in and perhaps to warm-up to a song or two. Park in the parking lot outside of Evidence Based Fitness.
No partner needed. We rotate partners in class and feel that trying out steps and techniques with many partners helps accelerate learning, and builds versatile, adaptable dancers.
Q: What type of shoes should I wear?
We recommend that you wear dance shoes or any style of street shoe that is comfortable and allows you to easily pivot/spin on the ball of your foot on a wooden floor. Avoid anything with a pointed toe that elongates the foot or any shoe with a black sole that would leave marks on a light colored dance floor. You can also get by in sneakers like Puma, Converse or Tom's shoes. Flats or heels are fine for ladies; wear what is most comfortable. Clean socks are also an easy option for men and women. You do not need to buy new shoes for class unless you want to. If you already have some type of dance shoes, those are great to wear. Examples: salsa, ballroom, or swing shoes. Jazz shoes or dance sneakers are also great for class. Contact us if you would like help with shopping for salsa shoes.
Q: What kind of clothing should I wear?
You should wear clothes that you are comfortable moving in. Salsa is very aerobic, so wear something that you feel good in, but will keep you cool and allow a full range of movement. Some people love dressing up for class and some prefer to wear a t-shirt and jeans or yoga pants and a tank top. Men can wear dress pants and a nice shirt, women often wear casual dresses & skirts, or leggings under a skirt or dress. Simply wear what you are comfortable in.
Personal Hygiene
Personal hygiene is important in partner dancing, as we are in close proximity to others. Please come to class with a clean body and clothes and fresh breath. Refrain from wearing cologne, perfume or other scented products to class, or apply sparingly, as many people are very sensitive to the chemicals in synthetic fragrances. Also, if you smoke, please do not smoke right before class, as the scent lingers and can bother other dancers.
Q: How early should I arrive and where should I park?
For the first class in a series try to arrive 10 minutes early to pay and check-in. For the following classes, arrive so you have enough time to change your shoes and get settled in and perhaps to warm-up to a song or two. Park in the parking lot outside of Evidence Based Fitness.
