Salsa Dance

How to Dance Salsa: The Basics

By Elvis De Leon

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Learn the basic steps towards mastering this hot and exotic dance... more »

How to Dress for Salsa Dance

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Salsa dance blends movements indigenous to Hispanic, African and Caribbean nations. It is characterized by fast-paced, provocative turns, bends, spins and twirls. Proper attire eliminates body heat and enhances movement. Follow a few simple steps ... more »

How to Learn To Dance Online

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Have you always wanted to know how to Waltz or do the Jitter Bug, but just never had time. While learning to dance online is not a substitute for dance lessons they can show you the basic steps. Find out how to learn how to dance online for free... more »

How to Celebrate New Years in Seattle, WA

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Start planning now for you new years celebration! Whether you throw your own party or want to hit some of Seattle's hot spots, you will find some great idea's here!.. more »

How to Dance the Dominican Salsa

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Dominican salsa, which is the same as the Venezuelan style, falls somewhere between the loose Cuban dancing and the intricate New York style. It also shares many qualities with its Colombian counterpart, with a tap on the spare beat. This dance ... more »

How to Make a Kaftan

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This costume idea is the easiest way to create a belly dance cover up. You can add some style flare to it by adding sequins, coins, or anything your heart desires... more »

How to Choose Salsa Dance Music

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Salsa dancing has become one of the most popular forms of dance worldwide. This mode of dance originated in New York City, where Puerto Rican and Cuban immigrants popularized the style. The salsa music that accompanies it is the key to making the ... more »

How to Kill Time In A Club While You're Waiting for The Act To Appear (1 Method)

By Larry Fike, M.Phil.

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Early for a show? Maybe it's a movie or a rock concert. (I don't recommend doing this in an opera house.) Here's a way to have some fun and even "bond" with those around you while you're "killing time.".. more »

How to Salsa

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Listen to the rhythm of the music as you learn this popular Latin dance. You can learn the basic salsa steps in less than an hour and sashay all over the dance floor before you know it... more »

How to Dance the Colombian Salsa

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Danced in Central and South America, Colombian style differs the most from any other style of salsa. This style of dance works well in crowded nightclubs. Columbian salsa moves work with cumbia music as well as salsa music... more »

How to Do Salsa Turns

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Salsa is a sultry dance done over 8 counts, or beats, of music. In fact, most moves in salsa take place within only 8 beats. By learning a basic inside turn, you can prepare for more complicated moves later, as well as combinations. Here's how ... more »

How to Dance the Puerto Rican Salsa

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The Puerto Rican style of salsa works on the one or the two, which means the basic step can be started on the first or second beat of the music. There is also a huge emphasis on footwork and shines, which lets both partners show off individually. ... more »

How to Choreograph a Salza

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The salza or salsa is a seductive and enticing dance. Originating in Puerto Rico and Cuba, this dance has very strong roots. Learning to dance the salsa can be fun and sometimes difficult. Feeling the rhythm of the beat is important because salsa ... more »

How to Cross Body Lead During the Salsa

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One of the most important steps in salsa is the cross body lead. This move must be smooth and seamless so that you and your partner stay within the time of the music while switching your places. It does take some practice, but it is a fun step to do... more »

How to Dance the Cuban Salsa

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Cuban salsa, also known as casino salsa, originated in Cuba and is characterized by intricate arm movements. With its fast steps and rhythmic body motions, it seems difficult to learn to dance this style of salsa, but like other forms of dance, ... more »

How to Do Right Turn Bachata Dance Steps

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The bachata originated in the Dominican Republic as a popular style of music. The dance steps came later, but it did not become the popular dance accepted by all until Blas Durán made some wildly popular bachata records with an electric guitar. ... more »

How to Combine Salsa Moves

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Salsa is one of the many Latin dances. It is sensual and spicy. Mostly done at a fast pace with intricate footwork, the salsa takes lots of practice to master. The male and female partners need to work together in order to execute the salsa well. ... more »

How to Combine Salsa Steps

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Salsa dancing is fast, hot and spicy. It takes time and practice to learn the various salsa dance steps and moves. Once you learn the steps, then you need to learn how to combine the salsa steps so that your steps become a dance. Learn how to ... more »

How to Cross Body Lead for Men During the Salsa

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Doing the cross body lead when you are the man is an important part of the salsa. You need to be able to do the move smoothly so that you and your partner move together in time with the music. When you have the cross body lead down, you can add a ... more »

How to Dance the Los Angeles Salsa

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Los Angeles salsa combines the best elements of Cuban salsa, mambo and swing. This style focuses on intricate footwork and is the most popular outside of Cuba. When you see salsa dance exhibitions, you are likely to see this style. Don't let the ... more »

How to Dance the New York Salsa

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New York salsa builds on the Puerto Rican and Afro-Caribbean roots of the dance, adding in the influences of the Latin hustle and mambo to create a unique style found most often on the East Coast of the United States. The result is a rhythmic, ... more »

How to Do a Back Rock Salsa Move

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In salsa, the back rocks, or "enchufles," are part of the basic vocabulary of the dance. Many of salsa's fancy moves originate from this basic step, so it's an important one for beginners to master. Mastering this step also helps you better ... more »

How to Do a Basic Salsa Step (Women)

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In salsa dancing you must grasp the basic steps and counts before you can perform combinations and full routines. As a woman, your partner leads and you mirror his moves. By practicing the fundamentals you ensure you both look great on the dance ... more »

How to Do a Basic Salsa Step for Men

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Salsa is an enjoyable dance to learn. It has a slow, sultry rhythm, impossible to ignore. Begin learning the salsa with the basic salsa steps for men, and soon you'll find yourself adding turns and more... more »

How to Do a Frisbee Turn in Salsa Dancing

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The Frisbee turn in salsa is the outside turn with a little bit of pizazz. It seems appropriate for a Latin dance. It's a little tricky as you will be moving your feet on beats you normally would step in place, but it's well worth the effort to ... more »

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