Salsa Improvers 1 & 2 Dance Classes

You don't have to bring a partner to join the course. How our Salsa Improvers Class is Taught The course will be taught through: Explanation, demonstration, correction, copying, repetition, revision and break-down of Salsa moves Practicing to Salsa Music at different speeds (use of educational music with counting) Solo and couple work in front of the mirror Whole group work to consolidate learning Specific exercises to overhaul the most common difficulties Enriching ladies' and men's style separately Hand-out of written material to learn about the Salsa social code Recommendation of music to listen to Nights out dancing in Salsa clubs Additional Information (Footwear recommendation) Ladies Court shoes with a small strong heel - NO stilettos, sandals, platforms or trainers. Men Leather-soled shoes with a slight heel - NO trainers. Feedback to Confirm Progress There is continual assessment from the tutor throughout the course, via verbal feedback, physical mirroring and Q&A. Each student will be given individual advice and the chance to dance with the teacher for tailored tips. There will also be many opportunities for self-assessment and peer assessment. At the end of the course the tutor will assess your progress and discuss which level of course to take next. Exact course content may differ as it is often tailored to the students taking the course. The length of your course will also affect the material covered but will generally follow this structure Salsa Improvers Class Progression Click to find out more: Salsa Intermediate Classes »

Salsa Improvers Level 1 & 2 Class Description This course provides in depth practice of both Cuban Style and Cross-Body Lead Style, learning about them as well as developing “your own style”. Completion of our Beginner Salsa Course is a minimum requirement to enter this course, or equivalent experience of Salsa Dancing (ideally the foundation of Cuban Style and Cross Body Lead Style). Completion of Improvers Level 1 is a minimum requirement for taking Improvers Level 2. Salsa Skills Development Acquiring awareness of the parts of the body used in Salsa Dancing Learning how to co-ordinate head / shoulder / upper body and hips Learning about musicality, unlocking your body moves and making them sensual and smooth Learning the most popular Cuban and Cross-Body Lead moves Enriching ladies and men’s styles individually. For ladies: how to be responsive as well as independent from your partner. For men: acquiring confidence in the lead Performing Intermediate Salsa choreography Course Level Improvers (Between Beginners and Intermediate) Salsa Improvers Class Content Example: 12 Week Salsa Improvers Course Every Class A warm up and cool down / Footwork / Dancing in couple / Combinations Week 1 Course introduction; switching rhythms; cross body moves; catch-up Week 2 Cuban Style basic moves; review and consolidation; Bayamo Week 3, 4 Outside turn, follower circles leader left and right, combinations in couple Week 5, 6 Inside turn to neck wrap, leader haircombs and variations; combinations in couple Week 7 Lady’s twist; Fake on deshecho Week 8, 9 Various shines; leader’s double turns; Paseala abajo; Paseala arriba; Lateral-with-pivots and spin turn Week 10 Man sweetheart and Lady sweetheart Week 11 Enhanced footwork choreography; introduction to Sencillo with 5/4 turn Week 12 Patiqua and Hecho move Improvers Level 2 will follow a similar structure during the length of the course however there we be greater emphasis upon multiple checked inside turns, change places, haircombing and related arm techniques. City Academy recommends you to take this course: 2 times

Salsa Teacher: Silvio Croce

Born in Italy, Silvio studied ballet and jazz in some of Tuscany’s most prestigious dance schools. He soon discovered an overwhelming passion for Latin dance rhythms and switched his focus to Caribbean dancing, where, using techniques acquired from his background, Silvio brought his own unique spin to Salsa. In 2003 he became a dancer of the Cubalia Caribbean Dance company and performed in theatres, clubs and at many events around Italy for 4 years. Silvio’s love for dance and his talent for inspiring that same love in others eventually led him into teaching. Having trained with top-line Salsa instructors and having taught classes for several years, he is now bringing his diverse experience to the UK.

Salsa Teacher: Magda Sobolewska

Magda Sobolewska started her dancing journey as a rap dancer, taking part in numerous competitions and shows across Europe. She went on to train in Ballet and Ballroom and after moving to London, Magda trained in Contemporary Dance. Once Magda discovered dancing Salsa she has never looked back, addicted from day one. Before teaching courses at City Academy, Magda assisted our head of Salsa, Silvio Croce, for over a year.

If you have any questions about Salsa classes, please contact the teacher silvio@city-academy.com

For 10 and 12 week courses you are welcome to join up to Week 3.
For 6 and 8 week courses you are welcome to join up to Week 2.

If you book 2 or more different courses at a time, you will receive 10% discount.
(Deducted automatically when booking online)