Salsa On2 Dance Classes in San Mateo

Is a Latin Dance associated with the music genre of the same name which was first popularized in the United States in the 1960s in New York City. Salsa is an amalgamation of Cuban dances such as mambo, pachanga, and rumba as well as American dances such as swing and tap.

We invite you to come to our weekly salsa group classes, where we create a very fun and friendly atmosphere for you to have a good time and experience meeting new people! Even if you never danced in your life, our group lessons will make you to feel comfortable dancing with a partner and you’ll leave each class excited for the next dance lesson!

Come join us at Motion Arts Center and let the music move you. We can't wait to see you on the dance floor!

WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE:

- TUESDAYS

7PM - 8PM SALSA ON2 BEGINNER LEVEL

8PM - 9PM SALSA ON2 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

- FRIDAYS:

7PM - 8PM SALSA ON2 BEGINNER LEVEL

8PM - 9PM SALSA ON2 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

CLASS DESCRIPTION:

Beginner Level: In this class we’ll teach you all you need to start enjoying dancing Salsa even if your have never danced in your life! In our group dance lessons you will learn basic footwork and timing, simple turns and how to feel comfortable dancing with a partner.

Intermediate Level: This is the right class for you if you have been taking our Salsa Beginner Level Class for a period of at least 3 months (this depends on your pace of learning) or by the teachers recommendation. In this group dance class you will learn more intricate patterns and turns, arm styling, timing and musicality.

What is the difference between Salsa On1 and Salsa On2? In Salsa, the basic step is done to a quick-quick-slow, quick-quick-slow rhythm on beats 1-2-3 and 5-6-7 of an 8 count basic. On beats 4 and 8, no additional steps are taken. That’s why counts 4 and 8 are considered the “slow” portion of salsa rhythm. This “slow” portion of the basic step is what sets On1 and On2 salsa apart.

Since On1 and On2 have different timings, they require you to step forward and back on different counts. This causes the “slow” count to land at a different place in your salsa basic, making On1 and On2 salsa feel subtly different. Salsa On1 timing is commonly known as L.A. style. Salsa On2 timing is commonly known as New York style.

Being able to dance salsa on 1 and on 2 gives you far more options while traveling the world and enjoying various dance partners. As a lead, you can accommodate your partner’s preference, and, as a follow, you’ll be able to adjust to whatever a lead decides to dance

PRICE PER PERSON:

$20 drop-in (New Students Only, Save $5)

WHAT TO BRING:

• No special clothes are required, what feels comfortable for you is good.

• No partner or experience necessary to attend.

Salsa Class Demonstration Video.

Host or Publisher Motion Arts Center