Salsa Cubana /Casino & Timba
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Date: Thursday from May 2nd, The Place, King X
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Time: 20:15 - 21:15
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Date: Sunday from June 2nd, Manor House
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Time: 15:00 - 17:00
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Beginners Salsa Classes in London with Damarys, UK's Cuban Salsa Champion.
Discover the vibrant world of Cuban Salsa with our acclaimed international native Cuban dancer, teacher, and choreographer, Damarys. Whether you've never danced before or have some experience, our Beginners Salsa Classes are perfect for you.
No more worrying about "two left feet" – we believe in your potential!
This class is cater for Beginners with no Salsa Dance Experience or very little experience.
No more worrying about "two left feet" – we believe in your potential!
This class is cater for Beginners with no Salsa Dance Experience or very little experience.
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GET it RiGHT - Salsa Consolidation Course (For those with more experience - (Click here for info)
DCubanSchool invites you to join our one-of-a-kind Salsa Cubana course in the heart of London. with our Cuban instructors here to guide you. SALSA Classes and short courses to improve your styling, find your dance self while challenging , enjoying, exploring various dance techniques and movement. Timba Workshops (click here) & Styling Workshops (Click here ) |
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ABOUT CUBAN Salsa, Casino Style:
Cuban Salsa, also known as Casino style, is a dynamic partner dance that originated in Cuba. It's characterized by its circular movements, spontaneous footwork, and energetic body movements. The music is infectious, featuring lively rhythms and soulful melodies that will have you moving in no time. GET it RiGHT - Can be taught as intensive, condensed 4 week course focusing on technique, incorporating classic casino figures and musicality. Or as a progressive set of classes, where you learnt something new each time and recap previous week content. No more worrying about "two left feet" – we believe in your potential! TEACHER
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Why Choose Damary's Classes ?
Course/Classes Levels:
Beginners and Foundation: For newcomers to Salsa Cubana and those wanting to solidify their basics.
Improvers and Consolidation: For those with some Salsa experience looking to refine and enhance their skills
Intermediate and Advanced: For those willing to challenge themselves, home their skills, perfect their musicality and execution.
Rueda de Casino Fundamentals: For those with a strong foundation seeking a dynamic challenge.
Classes Schedule:
Class Benefits:
Join us and discover the joy of Cuban Salsa dancing! Limited spots available, so book your place now to avoid disappointment
GET IT SALSA RIGHT! - We provide you with the tools to get it right from the beginning. Classes are designed to help you work on your technique with special attention payed to the following:
- Professional Cuban Dancer: Damarys is not only a Cuban Salsa Champion but also a qualified teacher and choreographer with extensive international experience.
- Passionate Instruction: Learn from someone who is passionate about Cuban culture and dance, ensuring an authentic experience.
- Small Class Sizes: Limited places mean individual attention and corrections to help you progress faster.
- Comprehensive Experience: Beyond just steps, you'll learn the cultural context and some Spanish phrases, enriching your overall Salsa experience.
- Comfortable Studios: Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities including mirrors, air conditioning, changing rooms, and shower facilities. Conveniently located near tube stations for easy access.
Course/Classes Levels:
Beginners and Foundation: For newcomers to Salsa Cubana and those wanting to solidify their basics.
Improvers and Consolidation: For those with some Salsa experience looking to refine and enhance their skills
Intermediate and Advanced: For those willing to challenge themselves, home their skills, perfect their musicality and execution.
Rueda de Casino Fundamentals: For those with a strong foundation seeking a dynamic challenge.
Classes Schedule:
- Sundays: Manor House
- Thursdays: King's Cross
- Weekdays (outdoor): Finsbury Park with the DCubanSchool team (June to August)
Class Benefits:
- Physical Fitness: Improve coordination, flexibility, and cardiovascular health.
- Mental Well-being: Relieve stress and boost mood through the joy of dancing.
- Social Connection: Meet new people and join a vibrant community of dancers.
- Cultural Experience: Immerse yourself in Cuban music, dance, and language.
Join us and discover the joy of Cuban Salsa dancing! Limited spots available, so book your place now to avoid disappointment
GET IT SALSA RIGHT! - We provide you with the tools to get it right from the beginning. Classes are designed to help you work on your technique with special attention payed to the following:
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Course Highlights:
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You will see a rapid improvement in your dancing which will become more fluid, versatile and stylish.
Classes are held in dance studio, comfortable and safe surroundings.
We promote excellent teaching and enjoyment as at part of the course we encourage our students to join us after class for social dancing. So join us
Classes are held in dance studio, comfortable and safe surroundings.
We promote excellent teaching and enjoyment as at part of the course we encourage our students to join us after class for social dancing. So join us
What is salsa?
SALSA:
Salsa is a dance form with origins from the Cuban Son (1920s) and Afro-Cuban dance (specifically Afro-Cuban Rumba). It is commonly associated with the salsa music style, although it may be danced under other types of music with an 8-count rhythm. In Cuban style, the dancers circle around each other, sometimes in 3 points. This circular style is inspired by Cuban Son, specifically to the beat of Son Montuno in the 1920s. However, as it is a popular music, it is open to improvisation and thus it is continuously evolving.
Salsa is a dance form with origins from the Cuban Son (1920s) and Afro-Cuban dance (specifically Afro-Cuban Rumba). It is commonly associated with the salsa music style, although it may be danced under other types of music with an 8-count rhythm. In Cuban style, the dancers circle around each other, sometimes in 3 points. This circular style is inspired by Cuban Son, specifically to the beat of Son Montuno in the 1920s. However, as it is a popular music, it is open to improvisation and thus it is continuously evolving.
What is rueda de casino?
CUBAN RUEDA DE CASINO:
( THE ORIGINAL WHEEL) –Rueda de Casino – (late 1950s-60s) known as the wheel, it is a dynamic, fun, challenging, creative, friendly competitive, social and inter-disciplinary dance style. Originated in the Havana Casinos’ centre, from where it took the name of Rueda de Casino. A leader (cantante/caller) calls out the movements/combinations, which must be learned. Some figures can be call with different names. This happens also in Cuba; however, some traditional figures should be call the same, such as: dame, enchufla, 70, pa’rriba, pancake, yogur, etc. Many of the moves have hand signs, as well as names, to enable dancing in a loud club setting. The Rueda can be as small as two couples, or as large as a space can hold!
( THE ORIGINAL WHEEL) –Rueda de Casino – (late 1950s-60s) known as the wheel, it is a dynamic, fun, challenging, creative, friendly competitive, social and inter-disciplinary dance style. Originated in the Havana Casinos’ centre, from where it took the name of Rueda de Casino. A leader (cantante/caller) calls out the movements/combinations, which must be learned. Some figures can be call with different names. This happens also in Cuba; however, some traditional figures should be call the same, such as: dame, enchufla, 70, pa’rriba, pancake, yogur, etc. Many of the moves have hand signs, as well as names, to enable dancing in a loud club setting. The Rueda can be as small as two couples, or as large as a space can hold!
Salsa music
Salsa represents a mix of Latin musical genres, but its primary component is Cuban dance music. The roots of salsa originated in Eastern Cuba (Santiago de Cuba, Guantanamo) from the Cuban Son (about 1920) and Afro-Cuban dance (like Afro-Cuban rumba).
The contemporary salsa sound coming out of Cuba is called‚ timba. It’s a fast tempo salsa with a strong afro-cuban influence. Songs will often follow a traditional rumba structure – start slow, break into a core salsa rhythm, then settle into a beautiful call and response vocal pattern. The backing vocalists keep the standard response running while the lead vocalist improvises. Ahi Na Ma!
Leading musicians playing Cuban Timba:
Los Van Van
Pupy Y Los Que Son Son
Maraca
Charanga Habanera
NG La Banda
See more about Timba in “History of Salsa and Timba”
The contemporary salsa sound coming out of Cuba is called‚ timba. It’s a fast tempo salsa with a strong afro-cuban influence. Songs will often follow a traditional rumba structure – start slow, break into a core salsa rhythm, then settle into a beautiful call and response vocal pattern. The backing vocalists keep the standard response running while the lead vocalist improvises. Ahi Na Ma!
Leading musicians playing Cuban Timba:
Los Van Van
Pupy Y Los Que Son Son
Maraca
Charanga Habanera
NG La Banda
See more about Timba in “History of Salsa and Timba”
Cuban Motion Practice Tips
Some things to keep in mind when you practice cuban motion:
You can buy now our Rueda DVD on our store page, which is an excellent video about cuban Rueda moves, with further instructions, it's walking you slowly through the technique and different dance moves
- Step on the bend leg and KEEP THE OTHER ONE STRAIGHT - do not bend both legs at the same time (careful: a straight knee does NOT mean a locked knee)
- Start stepping in place (merengue) until you have the correct motion, then expand your steps slightly until you reach your full basic step
- Make sure your stepping leg is bend on the beat it hits the music - the straightening of the leg happens BETWEEN the beats, on the "&" (123)
- Don't actively move your hips - let your knees move them
- Remember your hip goes "out" to the opposite side of your stepping leg - if you step with your right leg, the hip goes "out" on the left side and vice versa
You can buy now our Rueda DVD on our store page, which is an excellent video about cuban Rueda moves, with further instructions, it's walking you slowly through the technique and different dance moves
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Name: Cuban School of Arts Branch: HSBC Sort code: 40-02-17 Account: # 21570412 Reference: Salsa 2024 Salsa Thursdays 1 hr class -- May 23rd only
Salsa Thursdays 4 consecutive sessions 1hr class --
Salsa Sunday 2 hr class -- June 2nd only
Salsa Sunday 4 x 2 hr class -- from June 2nd
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Great classes!! I now understand more about salsa and I meet a lot of new people and made friends.
Great classes!! I love Cuban Salsa. The music is contagious and make so happy. You guys are amazing. We had a fab time. Cannot wait for the next section ;-)