Beginner+ Cuban Salsa at OTR (starting Jul 4)

Want to learn Cuban Salsa (Casino) basics? The small class size allows for personalized instruction to the level of each dancer. Must have completed at least 1 regular On The Rocks introductory lesson (held everything Thursday at 8:30pm - free) and be comfortable with the salsa rhythm. Limited spots available and pre-registration is required to secure your spot. (The instructor reserves the right to turn away drop ins if the maximum number of students is reached.) Topics: July 4 - Getting the most out of the closed position (incl Abajo/Aguajea) July 11 - Crossbody lead variations - something simple made interesting July 18 - Enchufla vs Sacala - getting creative with turns July 25 - Hair-combs and Hooks - adding some sabor Focus during all classes is put on lead and follow technique as well as recognizing Cuban vs LA patterns. $50 per person for 4 classes or $15 drop in (Venue is 18+) Classes run July 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 8-9pm and are progressive. Cuban (Casino) Style Salsa Cuban Salsa style or Casino is most similar to the original form of salsa rooted in Cuba. It is characterized by Afro Cuban body movement, which includes body isolation of torso and hips. The movement is very circular and partners travel around each other. Casino dancers do not always stay on the first beat and tend to follow the music and will dance more to the music versus staying “on one”.