On2 Salsa Dance Pattern: Hand Toss

Yomi — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 20:08:35 +0000

Learn this slick hand toss pattern while dancing On2.

On 2 Basic Salsa Dance Step

Yomi — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 20:01:51 +0000

This is the basic On2 Salsa dance step.

Great Salsa Dancers From Around The Globe

Yomi — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:02:26 +0000

Here are a few of the top Salsa Dancers from around the world.

Peru Salsa Congress 2012 ( Salsa Social Dancing )

Yomi — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 04:04:21 +0000

In this video you will see Andy Contreras and Karel Flores social dancing at the 2012 Peru Salsa Congress. As you can see in the video they dance very well together. They have good energy and most important they are having fun!

The song you are listening to in the video is by Frankie Ruiz and Peter Velazquez “Voy Pa Encima”.

Leave your comments below and tell me what you think.

On2 New York Style Salsa Dance Partner Techniques

Yomi — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:29:29 +0000

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Here is a video which is an intermediate salsa dance pattern if you are an On2 New York Style Dancer. These moves are broken down so you can follow and practice with your own partner. Remember if you are interested in learning how to dance salsa On2 and need more turn or styling patterns, then visit the BAILA SOCIETY Online Video Dance Library.

They have a ton of videos and online workshops you could sink your teeth into. They have great dance instructors and they dance very very well. I can tell you those videos have sharpen my own dance skills and I review them anytime I get the chance before going to a social. Don’t forget to check them out if you seriously want to learn how to dance salsa On2. Also please share this post with your salseros and salseras on Facebook and twitter.

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How To Do A Cross Body Lead When Salsa Dancing On1 & On2

Yomi — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 06:46:07 +0000

Play the video above to learn how to do a cross body lead when dancing salsa on1 and dancing salsa on2. Make sure to watch the timing, your footwork and where your partner is with the beat. Leave your comments below on what you think of this video.

Basic Salsa Dance Step On1 And On2 For Beginners

Yomi — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 05:37:05 +0000

Watch and learn how to do the basic salsa dance step on1 and on2.

The song in the background is a classic by Ismael Rivera called El Negron Bembon

You can listen to the actual song by clicking on this link here –> Listen to El Negron Bembon by Ismael Rivera.

Learning New Salsa Dance Steps: How To Get Started!

Yomi — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 06:14:39 +0000

“Salsa” may just mean “sauce” in Spanish, but, on the dance floor, it means a fiery, spicy rhythmic ride that some newcomers may find too hot to handle. There are ways to cool off your anxiety and make sure that when you do join in this fusion of Cuban, Puerto Rican and African rhythms, you stay on the beat and keep the dance alive. Before you read the following basic tips and tricks, remember the advice of many salsa teachers – if you can walk, you can salsa!When it comes to shoes, there are some definite do’s and don’t's. Men, leather soles are best and open shoes are going to get you in trouble – especially when your partner’s heel comes crashing down on your big toe. Women, solid dance shoes will give you the support you need – just make sure they’re broken in, or you’ll end up blistered before the night is half over. With your clothing, natural fabrics are best, as they help your skin breathe. The key is not to wear anything that restricts your movement too greatly.

Your best bet is to take some classes at a local dance studio – especially if you’re a guy. Sorry, but most of the salsa pressure is on you. Since this is a Latin-based dance, the man is generally expected to make the moves and lead the way. And since spontaneity is such a big part of the salsa experience, you’ll need to create your own footwork within the salsa parameters. You are expected to keep constant tension in your arms as you guide your partner.

Ladies, your job is to learn how to be creative in the confines of following your guy. Track his movements, match his arm tension, don’t wave around like you’re about to go under for the third time. Bobbing or bouncing is not really the idea here – keep your back straight, your arms tight, and make your hips do all the work. And for both sexes, avoid ponytails – when you’re that close and you’re spinning, you don’t want a lethal whack from a whirling hunk of hair!

The important thing to do is relax and have fun. Watch other, more experienced dancers as you’re trying to make your first moves. After a few turns on the dance floor, it will become second nature and you’ll be a salsa sensation.

Final tip – bring a little hand towel with you for your night out. Because if you’re doing salsa right, you’re going end up having to wipe off a lot of sweat!

Welcome To The Salsa Channel

Yomi — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 05:25:46 +0000

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