FAQ'S

FAQ'S
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1) Do I need any previous dance experience?
If you have never taken a salsa lesson before, or have limited experience dancing salsa, it is recommended to start with the Beginner Course.

2) Do I need a partner?
Registering with a partner is not necessary. Classes will be taught in a way that will allow both leads and follows to have a counter part to learn with.

3) How long does it take to learn the fundimentals of salsa?
This is a challenging question to answer as we all learn at our own pace based on our individual skills and ability. However, each class you will learn 2 or 3 combinations. The more classess you take the greater your repetoire of dance moves. One final suggestion, practice , practice, practice.

4) What should I wear?
In a dance studio, comfortable, casual clothes are quite appropriate. This includes jeans, pants and dresses. Running shoes are ok, but can be sticky and difficult to turn in. Flip-flops or strapless open heel shoes are also discouraged due to their lack of support. Last, although normal high heel shoes may be okay for a night club, they can can cause significant damamge to delicate studio floors and are therefore discouraged.

If lessons are in a nightclub, it is best to check the dress code for that particular club. If in doubt, dress to impress. Use this opportunity to dress up in sexy, and more formal attire.

5) Do I need dance shoes?
As a beginner, using a shoe with some support and a not to aggressive grip is more then adequate. However, once a dancer reaches a certain skill level they will benefit from a shoe designed strickly for dancing.