15th Anniversary of the Old Skool Room

New York International Salsa Congress Presents The 15th Annual Old Skool Room "Preservando La Tradición" A Sunday Matinee Celebrating the Timeless Connection Between Live Music and Salsa Dancing in New York City For fifteen years, the Old Skool Room (OSR) has proudly honored the roots of salsa by preserving the traditions that shaped New York's vibrant dance culture. More than just a dance event, the OSR is a celebration of the music, movement, and community that continue to define the New York, Puerto Rican, and Cuban salsa experience. Created to preserve the elegance, sabor, and authenticity of old-school social dancing, the Old Skool Room has become one of the New York International Salsa Congress's most cherished traditions. This signature Sunday matinee brings together generations of dancers for an unforgettable afternoon where live music and social dancing take center stage. Providing the soundtrack for the afternoon is the legendary DJ Andy "El Más Bailable" (PR/NY), whose impeccable selection of classic salsa, perfect tempos, and unmistakable swing has made him a favorite among social dancers for decades. Featuring Live Music by La Sonora Nuyorkina Carrying forward the rich tradition of New York salsa, La Sonora Nuyorkina will deliver an unforgettable live performance filled with the energy, authenticity, and danceable rhythms that have made the city's salsa scene legendary. Their powerful sound pays tribute to the golden era of New York salsa while keeping today's dance floor alive with sabor, elegance, and passion. Whether you're old-school or new-school, a social dancer or a lifelong salsero, we invite you to join us for an afternoon dedicated to preserving tradition, celebrating community, and dancing to the music that built the New York salsa movement. Experience the 15th Annual Old Skool Room—where tradition lives, the music is played live, and every dance tells a story. Come dance with us. Come preserve the tradition. #OldSkoolRoom #NYISC2026 #PreservandoLaTradición #SalsaLives #NYISC25th