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Heavy Followers in Salsa: Why It Happens and What a Lead Can Do
Why some followers feel heavy, from hanging arms to back-leading and over-styling, what a lead can adjust, when it's the lead's fault, and staying safe.
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Salsa on the social floor: leading and following, styling, the music and the culture around it.
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Swinging to the Beat: Navigating Social Salsa Dancing with a Sling
Navigating the social salsa scene with an injury, especially one that requires you to wear a sling, can be quite challenging. The joy of flowing to…
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The Allure of Modern Salsa: An Exploration of Musical Evolution and Appeal
The vibrant genre of salsa has been captivating the hearts of music enthusiasts and dance aficionados for decades. Over time, this lively genre has…
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How to Remember Salsa and Bachata Moves and Combos: A System for Leads
Forget combos the moment a social starts? Chunk moves, keep a move library, review class videos and drill short sequences. A recall system for leads.
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Examining the Length and Complexity of Salsa Music: A Deep Dive
Salsa, a genre loved by music and dance enthusiasts worldwide, has a reputation for being both lengthy and complex. Unlike western pop music or the…
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What Makes a Salsa Dance Fun for Leads and Followers?
Why some salsa dances feel great: what followers enjoy and dislike, what leads find hard, and why a 50/50 partnership beats making the follow look good.
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The Best European Cities for an Immersive Salsa Experience
Planning a salsa trip or a few weeks of intensive classes in Europe? Compare London, Athens, Barcelona, Berlin, Paris, Milan and Croatia's summer festival.
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London Salsa Schools: How to Choose Where to Learn
How to choose a salsa school in London: Cuban vs cross-body styles, course formats, socials and a few established schools to start your search.
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Unlocking the Rhythms: A Deep Dive into Popular Salsa Music at Socials
As a dancer, one of the most important elements of immersing yourself in the world of salsa is cultivating a deep understanding and appreciation of…
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Navigating the Beginner's Journey in Salsa: Common Struggles and Tips for Success
Have you recently embarked on the exciting journey of learning salsa? If so, it’s perfectly normal to find the initial steps a little daunting. The…
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