August, 2008

Leading vs. Following

In the "battle of the sexes" it's hard to say who's on top. But when it comes to dancing salsa it sure is great to be a girl. Following is an immensely enjoyable activity that is incomparable to anything else. The mystery of not knowing what move is coming next and being led into a new pattern or turn can be thrilling. When following you let your mind go, follow, move your body to interpret the music and to express what you're feeling. Moving gracefully to the rhythm of the music can create a sensation akin to floating.

Finding the Clave

I originally learned to dance Salsa/Mambo by breaking on the '1'. I had no idea of what breaking on '2' meant, let alone what the clave was or for that matter what it meant to count an 8 measure bar. It was a pretty frustrating time in my dancing life. I had to think too much. I found myself counting so much that all I could do was pull my hair in frustration.

Ritmos Latinos Classes

Come have a fun time this semester learning Rueda Salsa! $25 membership fee per semester Mon. (Sept. 8th): Beginners class #1 - 7:00-8:15 (South patio of McClelland Hall) Tues. (Sept. 9th): Advanced class - 8:00-9:15 (Ina Gittings gym) ** Possibility of being earlier in the evening - will let you know when I find out. Wed. (Sept. 10th): Intermediate class - 7:00-8:15 (South Patio of McClelland Hall) Thurs. (Sept. 11th): Beginners class - 7:00-8:15 (South Patio of McClelland Hall) *If you have any questions you can email mollyr@email.arizona.edu or jennzler@email.arizona.edu

Clubs - Where to go dance?

Fridays

EL PARADOR RESTAURANT
Map of El Parador Restaurant
Phone: 520-881-2808
Address: 2744 E Broadway Blvd Tucson, AZ 85716, US
Fridays and Saturdays: 9:30pm 2:00am
Cover: $7, 21 and over

Classes

Salsa Classes with Salson by Gerardo and Lupita

Our next progressive beginner cycle will begin on Friday, March 12nd.

We will be teaching the following two classess:
Beginner Level II Class (7:45 to 9:00 PM)
This class will continue focusion on the fundamental elements of salsa dancing, including the importance of timing, proper movement execution, and social dance etiquette. Students will learn fundamental footwork and partner combinations from both leading and following perspectives which can ultimately be applied in social dancing.