CHECK OUT ALL THE STYLES YOU CAN LEARN AT LATIN MOTION BELOW!
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Salsa
Kizomba
Mambo
Zouk Lambada
Bachata
Brazilian Samba
Argentine Tango
Latin Hip Hop
Rueda
What is Salsa?
Salsa refers to a style of music and dance which has its origins in the Caribbean and South America, but which has developed all over the world, into variations that have created a number of recognized styles. It is the most popular of a variety of Latin dances and has developed into an international phenomenon which is taking the world by storm! It has become more than a casual pass time for many; it is a passionate lifestyle for thousands of people all over the world, and with yearly Sydney events such as Bacardi Festival, Darling Harbour Fiesta, Sydney Salsa Congress and Latin Motion's very own Sydney Latin Fiesta the rate at which it is growing is amazing.
What is New York Style Salsa 'On2'?
Some music lends itself more to this style, but essentially it's still done to Salsa music and still comes under the general heading of "Salsa". New York Style Salsa 'On2' can be just as fast and flashy as L.A style, but can be identified by its smooth, elegant, elastic style.
What is Kizomba?
Kizomba is probably the most intimate and sensual of all styles. Kizomba is today one of the most popular styles of dance and music in Europe and African countries that are colonized by Portugal. It is also fast on its way to becoming one of the most popular styles is Australia. It is a genre of music with a romantic flow mixed with African rhythm. The Kizomba dancing style is known to be very sensual. It is known for having a slow, insistent, somewhat harsh, yet sensuous rhythm, and is considered to be a fusion of Semba (a predecessor of samba) with other musical styles, namely Zouk. Latin Motion is proud to have Oliver Pineda the man responsible for bringing Kizomba to Sydney.
What is Mambo?
Mambo is also referred to as New York Style Salsa 'On2'. Some music lends itself more to this style, but essentially it's still done to Salsa music and still comes under the general heading of "Salsa". New York Style Salsa 'On2' can be just as fast and flashy as L.A style, but can be identified by its smooth, elegant, elastic style.
What is Zouk Lambada?
Zouk Lambada is sexy, yes, but it is danced by all kinds of people, of all ages and sexes, without the "dirty" connotations given to it by very bad Hollywood movies. It's very graceful, fast-paced, and believe me, when you have to move your feet and body that fast on the dance floor without tripping all over yourself and falling on the dance floor, the LAST thing on your mind is sex...Anyway, the rhythm originated in the Amazon, Brazil was later adopted by Bahians, who proceeded to create the steps...and the rest is history!
What is Bachata?
Bachata is from the Dominican Republic and is known for its fun & sexy style and easy to learn approach. Bachata music can be distinguished by its particluar guitar riff or sound which is prominant in all bachata songs. Today bachata is mixed with other styles such as Regeaton & RnB.
What is Brazilian Samba?
Samba is from Brazil and is a great way to keep fit. A solo dance, Samba is fast, energetic and just as exciting to watch as it is to dance. Samba show costumes are sexy and vibrant, with only feathers and beading often leaving nothing to the imagination.
What is Argentine Tango?
Tango originated in Argentina. It is a close, elegant dance charachterized by its connection and fancy footwork as well as its light and shade, fast and slow changes.
What is Latin Hip Hop?
Latin Hip Hop is exactly that, Hip Hop with a Latin style. Using mainstream Hip Hop music you’ll be dancing those funky hip hop moves to those top 40 video hit clips you love to watch in no time!
What is Rueda?
This is a Group Dance originating in Cuba. It is danced to lively, up-beat salsa music. The couples dance in a circle executing moves called out by a leader. There is a constant changing of partners, which makes it a vivid and joyful spectacle. There are three groups of participants in every Rueda. The caller, who calls out the names of the moves that are to be danced, (He may also use hand signals in a loud club setting together with the call.) The leaders, usually the men, initiate the execution of the moves. The followers, usually the ladies, perform the moves as guided by the leaders.
What Level should I be in?
As with any change, there may be a period of re-adjustment due to the moves being moved around. To overcome this, you are strongly encouraged to also attend the level below your prescribed one.
Remember when doing any Level below your own you get it for half price. Find a Matrix as follows of which course you should be doing based on what you have completed.
If you have previously completed...
...then you should proceed with
No experinece in Salsa
Salsa 1 (strongly recommended)
Level 1 (non-Latin Motion course)
Salsa 1 (strongly recommended) or Salsa 2
Level 2 (Latin Motion course)
Salsa 3 (Salsa 2 if completed at different school)
Level 3 (Latin Motion)
Salsa 4 (Salsa 3 if completed at different school)
Level 4 (Latin Motion)
Salsa 5 (Salsa 4 if completed at different school)
Level 5 (Latin Motion)
To progress to next level is by invite only
Level 6 (Latin Motion)
To progress to Advanced Class is by invite only
Advanced (Latin Motion)
Advanced
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What other styles of Latin dance are there?
There's a whole lot more to Latin than just the styles above; Gafiera and Pagode to name a few from Brazil; Merengue from the Dominican Republic; Bomba and Plena from Puerto Rico; Rumba, Cha cha and Son from Cuba; Malambo from Argentina; Cumbia from Columbia; a whole host of Mexican dances and countless folkloric South American dances and probably heaps more we haven't experienced yet. BUT why Salsa?
Salsa is the most popular of all styles because quite simply, you can use Salsa. There's limited use of other styles of Latin dance. However, there are Salsa venues full of die hard Salsa dancers, just about every night of the week, in most metropolitan cities, and they all share the same passion - SALSA! It's social, it keeps you fit, entertained and out of trouble. Most Salsa dancers worldwide tend to avoid alcohol and cigarettes and just drink water and dance all night long. You generally have to turn off the music and switch on cold florescent lights to get them to leave! It's all about the music, the moves and the friendships - you really can't have more fun that's legal!
