Lessons will be at FIRST FLOOR with DJ Ezat 7PM Bachata
8PM Cuban Salsa
9PM Social Dancing
Sensual Bachata
Bachata is a beautifully sensual partner dance that originated in the countryside of the Dominican Republic, evolving from the pan-Latin romantic style bolero. It gained worldwide popularity thanks to its emotional themes of love, heartbreak, and longing. Over time, it absorbed influences from merengue and various Latin guitar traditions.
The music is usually slower and simpler than salsa, but it still allows for a wide variety of patterns, turns, and creative combinations.
This class is open to all — no dance background needed!
We focus on different styles of Bachata, especially Sensual and Moderna. Each week, new partner combinations will be introduced with attention to body rhythm, styling, and execution.
General topics include:
Basic Bachata steps: forward and back step, side steps, openings, and partner holds
Body movement techniques: hip work for ladies, shoulder movement for men
Introduction to turns: right and left turns, variations in leading, half turns, full spins, and multiple spins
Emphasis on footwork, rhythm, musicality, and timing
Lead & follow technique
Partner work combinations
Styling for both women and men
You can also expect:
A welcoming, social environment
Stress relief
Clear, beginner-friendly instruction
A great way to expand your social circle
Note: You don’t need to bring a partner to participate!
Cuban Salsa for Beginners
This is a beginner-level course — no previous dance experience is required!
The exact content may vary depending on the participants, but generally includes:
Introduction to salsa steps: basic step, forward and back step, side step, partner openings and holds
Hip movements for ladies and shoulder movements for men
Introduction to salsa turns: right turn, left turn for both followers and leaders, with various lead techniques
Rueda de Casino
Cross-body lead basics: following techniques for ladies and leading techniques for men
Dance floor combinations and partner dancing
You can also expect:
A fun and positive atmosphere
Stress relief
Clear and easy-to-follow instructions
A chance to meet lots of new people
Note: You don’t need a partner to join the class!
This class is for those who know the basic salsa steps as well as the fundamental figures and are ready to take the next step. However, it is the instructor’s responsibility to let you know when you are ready for this level.
The content of the classes may vary depending on the students’ wishes, but the general curriculum includes:
Review and development of the basic steps from beginner classes.
Developing creativity and confidence in salsa, as well as becoming fully aware of salsa rhythms and timing.
Adapting to different partners with different dance styles.
Rueda de Casino.
Learning more intricate combinations and increasing the number of movements before the same combination is repeated.
Learning light leading, giving clear signals, and understanding tempo and timing.
Learning to vary between warm-up/footwork/partner work and combinations with a dance partner.
Cross-body turns, half turns, and advanced turns in combinations, as well as cross-body leads with advanced turns in combinations.
Introduction to double or multiple turns in partner-work combinations.
Introduction to ladies’ and men’s styling.
Students can also expect:
A fun and positive attitude in a social environment;
Stress relief;
Clear and easy-to-follow instruction;
A new social network.
Note: You do not need to bring a partner to the classes.
After the class, there is free dancing, where a wide variety of music genres will be played, such as salsa, bachata, forró, merengue, reggaeton, and more. This will give you plenty of opportunity to practice and develop your new salsa steps.
Social Dancing
After the classes, stick around for open dancing! We’ll play a diverse mix of music styles including salsa, bachata, forró, merengue, reggaeton, and more — giving you the perfect opportunity to practice and develop your new dance moves.
Price
One lesson 70 kr including Social Dancing
Both Classes 100 kr including Social Dancing
Only Social Dancing 60 kr
Important
🚫 Please note: You are not allowed to bring your own drinks. All drinks must be purchased at the Abzalon bar — please support the venue!
Event Venue
Absalonsgade 26, 9000 Aalborg, Danmark, Absalonsgade 26, 9000 Aalborg, Danmark, Aalborg, Denmark
Tickets
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