Essentials of Salsa
We've come across some fun sites and some "Essential" sites that you need to go to. Let us know
if any of the links are not working anymore or if you found any good ones that we should include.
The Music...
Breaks the myth on "Breaking" in the Salsa Timing. Covers On 1, On 2 and others.
Listen to the different beats of the various instruments used in salsa music. From the 3/2 clave, 2/3 clave, congas, cow bell, etc.
The Nuts and Bolts of Dancing...
Very informative and helpful information on partner dancing such as connection, posture, turns, etc.
For those of you who need written notes on basic turn patterns, this guy from SF has already done it for you!
Podcasts...
"SalsaFrenzy's Salsa Minutes" - one to two minute segments of salsa footwork, partner combinations, and snap interviews with salsa personalities.
Piel Canela Dance Co. from NY shares short combination segments by the best Salsa instructors in the world.
Gear for your Dancing Feet...
Very popular with the ladies - very comfortable and stylish! Magic Dance shoes can customize your order.
Large selection, VERY inexpensive (under $80)! We've had mixed reviews with this line so check their return/exchange policies.
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