Salsa & Bachata Boot Camp: The Art of Social Dance

Back by popular demand, SalsaNow Instructors Daniel Ricardo & Gabriela Abril bring to Baltimore THE Salsa & Bachata Bootcamp of the Summer! Daniel & Gabriela are the co-founders of the Johns Hopkins University Latin Dance Team: ¡Baila! and have over 6 years of experience teaching, training and coaching partner dances, specializing in social styles of Salsa & Bachata. They are active members of the social dancing community in the DMV area and run the Salsa/Bachata Progressive Course on Monday Nights at the Ideal Arts Space in Hampden, Baltimore (resumes July 1st!). Don’t miss this opportunity to refine and advance your social dancing skills with a unique lineup of workshops designed specifically to meet the needs of the Baltimore social dance community (all are welcome!). We will cover material fundamental to social dance that is not explicitly addressed in other group class settings, with an emphasis on developing and sharpening skills to make you into the best partner dancer you can be. Each class is tailored towards helping YOU become a more well-rounded dancer who looks beyond blunt memorization of patterns and wants to truly master The Art of Social Dance. SCHEDULE: **All classes are appropriate for both leads and follows; no partner necessary** 12:30 – 1:00 | Doors Open & Registration 1:00 – 2:00 | Social Fundamentals (all levels) - This class will cover topics essential for social dancers of all levels, including connection types, arm positioning/placement/motion, slots & tracks, musicality, and partner technique 2:00 – 3:00 | The Art of the Spin (all levels) - In this class, we will explore the proper technique for turns and spins through various exercises and spin drills. Students will learn fluidity and control in executing turns both as individuals and in the context of patterns 3:00 – 4:00 | Shine & Combo: Bachata (intermediate-advanced) - Expand your repertoire with a versatile combination of moves and footwork; styles of Bachata covered include Modern, Traditional/Dominican, and Sensual B R E A K 5:00 – 6:00 | 360 Skills & The Continuity of Motion (intermediate-advanced) - The crossbody lead is one of Salsa’s most useful skills, and mastering its 360 variant requires a solid understanding of the continuity of motion. This class will break down the mechanics of the crossbody lead 360 and its various uses, as well as help students achieve a more fluid execution of skills and combinations involving crossbody figures 6:00 – 7:00 | Intro to Salsa On2 (all levels) - This class will introduce students to one of the most challenging yet rewarding styles of social Salsa. Students will develop a feel for the musicality and flow of Salsa On2, including fundamental skills, moves, and an understanding of the rhythms best suited for this style 7:00 – 8:00 | Shine & Combo: Salsa (intermediate-advanced) - Expand your repertoire with a versatile combination of moves and footwork inspired by some of the best Salsa styles in the world (NY, LA, Colombian). This class will focus on Salsa On1, with an On2 demonstration & challenge at the end! PRICING: - Day Pass (6 workshops): $50 - Half Pass (3 workshops): $30 - Double Pass (2 workshops): $25 - Single Pass (1 workshop): $15 PAYMENT: - Cash (preferred) - Credit Card (3% fee) - Online w/ card (open until Sat June 29, 11:59 PM) @ https://ministryofswing.selz.com/item/5d081a2a701f5d033827ca32 - Venmo - Paypal - Check