This class builds on the foundation learned in the Beginning Cuban Salsa class. Rueda de Casino is a popular dance where pairs of dancers form a circle and execute dance moves called out by a person, “the caller”. This class covers some of the basics of Rueda de Casino (formation, various ways of swapping partners, leading, following and basic turns) and will progress to more advanced turns and footwork as the weeks go by. Even though Rueda focuses on dancing together as a group, a great deal of the turns learned can also be used in one-on-one partner dancing.
Although students may drop in at any time, it is recommended for students new to Rueda to start the class on the FIRST TUESDAY of the month if possible as the class is progressive. Also, to join this class you should be very comfortable doing basic Cuban salsa moves such as Dile Que No (cross body lead), Enchufa (inside turn switching places), Guapea (basic step in open position), Exhibe (pivot turn) and Son Montuno (basic step). All of these moves are covered in the Beginner Class. Please note that the curriculum can vary depending on the needs of the class.
Example of turns learned in this class: Pal Medio, Caminamos, Un Tarro, Llévala Abajo/Exhibe, Dame Una, Dame Dos, Enchufla, El Uno, El Dos, Setenta, Sombrero, Vacilala, Adios con la Hermana, Kentucky, Echevarria and many more…
Alvaro also teaches Beginning Cuban Salsa & Rueda de Casino on Tuesdays from 6:45pm-7:45pm.