May NYC Salsa - Flashy Partnering & Killer Footwork w Alex Morel

Workshop will cover: Creative & unconventional turn pattern Advanced dynamic footwork combination Framing and advanced leading techniques Adding a spark to your social dancing Incorporating musicality in your lead/follow Date: May 9, 2015 Time: 5-6:30 PM Location: Pearl Studios NYC, 500 8th Ave, New York, NY Room 415 Price: $20 Purchase Tickets at: WWW.ALEXMORELDANCE.COM Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and raised in Paterson, NJ, Alex Morel is known for his musical style and flavor on the dance floor. He admits to always identifying with music of all genres. In 2005, Alex began salsa lessons with renowned instructor, choreographer, and director of Caribbean Soul Dance Co. Ismael Otero – also known as the “Million Moves Man”. With the help of both instructors and Ismael Otero and Shani Talmor, Alex was able to grow both musically and technically. Alex’s dancing soon evolved and he would take moves he learned and hone them to match his own style. Today, Alex is known for his charisma both on stage and on the dance floor. His salsa style can be described as fun, playful and energetic. Fast and unique footwork paired with intricate and unconventional turn patterns result in a very entertaining experience to witness. He has been teaching workshops and performing in countries such as Germany, Portugal, Israel, and Puerto Rico among others. Alex has also choreographed for several dancers and dance teams and even choreographed a for recording artist Anayka. Alex hopes to motivate and inspire the world through his passion for dance. Recognition & Accomplishments 2011 1st Place – NY Salsa Congress Bachata Championship (Caribbean Soul) 2013 Awarded Best Social Dancer – San Francisco Bachata Festival 2014 2nd Place – Bachatea World Masters in Madrid (Caribbean Soul Team Division) 1st Place – Bachatu Festival (Alex & Desiree) 1st Place – Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress (Couples Heat Division) 1st Place – Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress (Caribbean Soul, Team Division) Awarded #1 Instructor – San Francisco Bachata Festival 2015 3rd Place – Bachatea World Masters in Madrid (Caribbean Soul Team Division)