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Group classes are the economical way to learn and they are lots of fun!  Purchase a full cycle for savings or pay the drop-in rate and come as you please. For those who want to learn in a progressive manner will take advantage of our 8-week Beginner Program or Intensive Workshops. Also check out our NEW Styling & Body Isolation class on Thursday, a fundamental footwork & technique & class that will have you dancing and shining on the dance floor! ~ if u can walk u can Salsababy!
 

 
NOTE: Sign up for the next BEGINNER cycle to receive a FREE timing practice CD.
Discounted 8-class card available.
 
 

CYNTHIA LA CHINA
click for Cynthia's bio >>>

HECTOR PENA
click for Hector's bio >>>
 



Salsa & Latin Dance Coach
NYSalsababy Dance Space

Artistic Director & Founder,
SOY Caliente Dance Projects

Dance Director/Choreographer
NYSalsababy Dance Dream

 

My parents were ballroom dancers and active participants in the social dance scene. Their favorite dances, the Jitterbug and the Waltz!.

 

When I'm not teaching or performing Salsa, I like to go ballroom dancing, just for the Waltz and Rumba...Dancing with Bas, my dance coach.

 

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Come by and support our upcoming performances!

click for video footages and calendar on Performances

 

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Wanna meet up with other Salsa lovers and dance?

Click to find out
where and when...
NYSalsaFiesta Meetup

 

 
 
 

TUESDAY
Beginner 8-week Progressive Course

Where:
 Champions Studio 257 W.39 St, 14/Floor, NYC
Time: 7:00 - 8:30pm
- Space is limited, send email to register at nysalsababy@yahoo.com
Cost: $20 single class. Sign up for an 8-week discount cycle ($140) to receive a FREE timing practice music CD. New cycle every January, March, May, July, September, November.


Advance Beginner Turn Patterns
Where:
 Champions Studio 257 W.39 St, 14/Floor, NYC
Time: 8:30 - 9:30pm
Cost: Single class $15 (drop-in welcome)
>>> This course covers beyond basics footwork, dynamic turn patterns to upgrade your dancing. Open to students with 2 months of NYon2 Salsa basics & intermediate on1 dancers converting to on2.


 

 
 

THURSDAY  
Ladies/Men's Styling Shines & Body Isolations

Time: 7:00 - 8:30pm
Where:
Champions Studio 257 W.39 Street, 14/floor, NYC
Cost: $20 single class (drop-in welcome)
>>>This class open to beginner & above dancers who wish to express themselves with shines & styling! Both leaders and followers will learn to use body rolls, undulations, arm & hand styling, hip rolls, head whips and spinning to add spice in open shines and partner dancing.

Club-Style Cha Cha Partnerwork & Shines
Time: 8:30 - 9:30pm
Where:
Champions Studio 257 W.39 Street, 14/floor, NYC
Cost: $15 single class; 8-weeks for $105
>>> Cha Cha Cha is a cousin of Salsa dance with slower tempo that emphasizes musicality, body movements and footwork. This course gives a foundation of Cha Cha timing combined with Afro-Cuban body movements, open shines, ladies & men's styling and multiple spins technique in partner work. Salsa dancers will also find Cha Cha footwork very helpful for execute multiple turns in place and traveling. No need to bring partners. Open to all-level dancers.


 

 
 

MONDAY
Salsa con Mambo Live Music Dance Meetup
Where: Session 73 - 1st Avenue & 73 Street, NYC
Salsa class @ 8:30pm
- 2nd & 4th Mondays
Cost $10 - live band & dancing till 1am.
>>> No need to sign up. Drop in to learn & dance. Age 21+

 
 

WEDNESDAY
Spice-Style Salsa Afterwork Meetup Party
Where: Retreat Lounge - 37 W.17 Street (5 & 6 Ave), NYC  
FREE Salsa lesson @ 6:30pm. FREE admission & FREE buffet b/4 7pm ($5 after/$10 live band & special performances).

>>> No need to sign up. Drop in to learn & dance. Age 21+

 
PRIVATE LESSONS
by appointment only
click Private Lessons for package rates & locations >>>


Send e-mail to schedule:  NYSalsababy@yahoo.com

 

 

 

Wanna join us on Meetup or Facebook to meet new friends and dance?

Cynthia La China (Classes & Promotions)
http://www.facebook.com/cynthia.lachina

NYSalsaFiesta Meetup & Dance Group (Meetup & Party)
http://www.meetup.com/NYSalsaFiestaParties/

L.S.D. Projects & L.S.D. Experiments (Gigs & Bookings)
http://www.facebook.com/pages/LSD-Projects-And-LSD-Experiment/187282173760?ref=search&sid=764158948.1375836528..1

 

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Learn to Salsa Beginner Intensive Workshops  
Each monthly intensive workshop gives a foundation of movement for those who has very little or no dance experience. Emphasis is to develop basic principles of Salsa timing, partnering skills, basic foot work "shines" and variations of turn patterns.

Students will learn the basics to NYon2 club-style Salsa in a 2-hour workshop. A great Meetup & new hobby for individuals, couples, same-sex partners to learn a few moves and practice what they learn at our scheduled socials and dance parties with group lessons and performances included.

Basic Beginner 1 Progressive 8-week Course
An introductory course of Salsa partner dance every Tuesday for 8 consecutive weeks. No Salsa dance experience is needed, and no need to bring a partner. We're here to learn while meeting new friends in our fun classes.

Emphasis is to develop basic principles of timing, partnering skills, basic foot work and variations of turn patterns. The goal is for one to execute simple turn patterns and have the confidence to move on the dance floor.

Advance Beginner 2 Turn Patterns Partnerwork
This class teaches beyond basics footwork and more dynamic turn patterns to upgrade your dancing. The goal is to master leading and following techniques with styling in partnerwork.

Open to those who have completed Beginner Salsa 1 or have 2 months' experience in club-style Salsa On2 dancing. One must already have Basics, Cross Body Lead and Single Turns mastered. 

Be ready for Hector's unique style of directional changes in turn patterns, and Cynthia's fun dynamic shines with ladies styling that will get your brain and body working in full gear! Each class is independent. Drop-ins are welcome!

Club-style Cha Cha Partnerwork
Cha Cha Cha is a cousin of Salsa dance with slower tempo that emphasizes musicality, body movements and footwork. This course gives a foundation of Cha Cha timing combined with Afro-Cuban body movements, open shines, ladies & men's styling and multiple spins technique in partner work.

Both male and female students will learn proper technique to execute multiple spins - solo or with partners - with weekly spinning drills. Salsa students will also find Cha Cha footwork very helpful to execute multiple traveling turns, dancing to slower music. No need to bring partners.

Ladies/Men's Styling Shines & Body Isolations
This class open to beginner & above dancers who wish to express themselves with shines & styling! Both leaders and followers will learn to use body rolls, undulations, arm & hand styling, hip rolls, head whips and spinning to add spice in open shines and partner dancing.


Intermediate 3 Turn Patterns & Spinning in Partnerwork
Calling all INTERMEDIATE level dancers who are fluent with NYon2 Club-style Salsa basics & beyond, and are ready for a dynamic change in their dancing. One must have completed Salsa 2 level course or have 6-9 months of NYon2 club-style Salsa social dancing. (NO BEGINNERS for this level).

Hector Pena will be leading this class with his unique style of directional changes in turn patterns. A 90-minute full-body workout class starts with spinning drills, followed by some fun & challenging turn patterns that will get your brain and body working in full gear! Each class is independent. Drop-ins are welcome!

Pre-Advance Level Performance Class
This is a 12-week intensive performance training program for intermediate/pre-advance level dancers who wish to learn the art of performance and to showcase their talents in the spotlight.

Students will learn choreographed routines incorporating all aspects of Salsa/Latin dance techniques: styling, spinning, body movements, open shines & turn pattern partner work. Students completing the 12-week training will perform at NYSalsaFiesta Parties and other social dance events.

This class is open to solid intermediate/pre-advance students who has at least 1-2 year's experience in club-style NYon2 Salsa dancing. Must be able to handle double spin turns.

Salsa for Couples only Intensive Workshops
Each monthly intensive workshop gives a foundation of movement for those who has very little or no dance experience. Emphasis is to develop basic principles of Salsa timing, partnering skills, basic foot work "shines" and variations of turn patterns in a 2-hour intensive workshop. Bring your own partner. No rotation required.
Our classes are small & detail-oriented taught by 2 professional dancers and performers and who have years of social dance secrets to share. Perfect for couples who wants to learn and dance together in a non-threatening and guided environment.

Salsa & Latin Youth Performance Class
This is a 9-month Salsa dance program for youths from age 7-17 that runs from September till June with a full-costumed recital at the year-end performance show.

Students will learn all the basic fundamentals to Latin dance techniques, principle of Salsa timing, open shines, spinning technique, styling, body isolations and partner work.

 


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