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Latin Dance Styles
Salsa On1
What is Salsa On1?
Salsa On1, also known as LA Style, is a linear style Salsa that is popular all over the world. The term On1 comes from the timing of the break step (the step you change direction). The first break step is on the one count as you step forward. It was also called L.A Style Salsa because it was the preferred timing in L.A and was made popular by the international artists that developed the style. Artists such as The Vasquez brother and Liz Lira. The style was flashy, with big moves and the performances were even more flashy because they incorporated a lot of lifts and tricks. The style was also made popular by Albert Torres with his event, the L.A Salsa Congress, the first Salsa congress in the U.S.A. Now Salsa On1/L.A Style Salsa is danced all over the world.
Salsa On1 is an excellent starting point. Its basic steps are easy to grasp, helping you build a strong foundation quickly.
Salsa On1 Classes
Salsa On1 classes are on Sunday evenings:
- 5:30pm - Level 4 (Invitation Only)
- 6:30pm - Beginners
- 7:30pm - Level 2
- 8:30pm - Level 3
Salsa On1 Beginners
Here's a video to give you an idea on what Salsa On1 looks like.
It's also the Beginners material we teach so you can use this for practice and to review what you've learnt.
Salsa On2
What is Salsa On2?
Salsa On2, also known as Mambo or New York Style, has its roots in the bustling streets of the Big Apple. The term On2 comes from the timing of the break step (the step you change direction). The break step is on the two count and is on the 2nd step. The On2 timing is influenced by the Clave and the Conga as the accents are on the two count. This was influenced by the Cuban and Puerto Rican musicians and dancers that immigrated to New York. The origins of Salsa are from Cuba, where Son, Mambo and Cha Cha Cha originated, they are also danced On2. New York Style Salsa was made popular by Eddie Torres, "The Mambo King". There are a lot of international artists from New York that have made On2 the dancers choice, and most, if not all, learnt from The Mambo King.
When you learn Salsa On2, you learn how to dance, but more importantly, you also learn about the music and instruments which helps with musicality.
Salsa On2 Classes
Salsa On2 classes are on Wednesday evenings:
- 6:30pm - Level 4 (Invitation Only)
- 7:30pm - Level 2
- 8:30pm - Level 3
Salsa On2 Beginners
Here's a video to give you an idea on what Salsa On2 looks like.
It's also the Beginners material we teach so you can use this for practice and to review what you've learnt.
Casino | Cuban Style Salsa
What is Casino?
Casino, also known as Cuban Style Salsa, originates from Cuba and traces it's origin from Cuban Son, another partner dance from Cuba. Casino is now primarily danced On1 but can be danced On2, just like Cuban Son. The term Casino comes from the venues where the majority of the social dancing was held, in the dance halls of the Casinos in Havana Cuba. Casino is very different to linear styles of Salsa as it is danced in a circular motion and the footwork is based on Cuban Son. The great thing about Casino is that it can also be danced in a group setting called Rueda. Rueda, meaning wheel in Spanish, is where a group of dancers form a circle and a 'caller' calls out the moves for everyone and involves switching partners throughout the dance.
Casino is generally danced to Timba which is a very lively style of Salsa music from Cuba.
Casino Classes
Casino classes are on Monday evenings:
- 6:30pm - Beginners
- 7:30pm - Level 2
- 8:30pm - Level 3
Casino Beginners
Here's a video to give you an idea on what Casino looks like.
It's also the Beginners material we teach so you can use this for practice and to review what you've learnt.
Cha Cha Cha
What is Cha Cha Cha?
Cha Cha Cha is the coolest dance in the world danced to the coolest music in the world! Also originating from Cuba, the dance was an innovation by Cuban violinist Enrique Jorrin. Dancers enjoyed his innovation and they improvised a triple step to match his music. The triple step made a 'cha-cha-cha" sound. A new dance was born and Jorrin's music was given a name, Cha Cha Cha. Cha Cha Cha is a simple dance and once you get the hang of it, you immediately make a connection with the music. It's not as fast as Salsa and it's not about the turn patterns, it's more about connecting with the music and connecting with your partner. Dancers that dance Cha Cha Cha usually become better Salsa dancers as well.
Urban Salsa is currently the only Latin dance school that teaches Cha Cha Cha and holds events where Cha Cha Cha is played regularly.
Cha Cha Cha Classes
Cha Cha Cha classes are on Tuesday evenings:
- 7:30pm - Intro Class
- 8:30pm - Open Class
Cha Cha Cha Beginners
Here's a video to give you an idea on what Cha Cha Cha looks like.
It's also the Beginners material we teach so you can use this for practice and to review what you've learnt.
Bachata
What is Bachata?
Bachata is a beautiful dance that originates from the Dominican republic and was inspired by Bolero. Bolero originates from Spain but the Bolero that inspired Bachata was a version from Cuba. The Dominican musicians added there own flavour and Bachata music was born. The Bachata music and dance is a beautiful reflection of the Dominican Republic and once you hear the music, it transports you to the beaches of the island nation. Bachata, much like Cha Cha Cha, is a simple dance that doesn't involve a lot of moves, rather, the intricacies are in the footwork and the hip movement that are influenced by the 5 main instruments used in Bachata music. The simplicity of the dance allows you to connect with the music and your partner.
Bachata has evolved since it's inception and a couple of styles have emerged, but at Urban Salsa, we love the music and dance from the Dominican Republic.
Bachata Classes
Bachata classes are on Thursday evenings:
- 6:30pm - Beginners
- 7:30pm - Level 2
- 8:30pm - Level 3
Bachata Beginners
Here's a video to give you an idea on what Bachata looks like.
It's also the Beginners material we teach so you can use this for practice and to review what you've learnt.
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Urban Salsa
Suite 1, Level 1 / 136 Victoria Road, North Parramatta, NSW
New Term commences Sunday 12th October!
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Weekly Schedule:
Sunday - Salsa On1
Monday - Casino (Cuban Salsa) & Rueda
Tuesday - Cha Cha Cha
Wednesday - Salsa On2
Thursday - Bachata
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