Salsa is a dance style that has its roots in Cuban dance styles, such as the Son, Mambo and Cha-cha-cha. It’s a fast dance style that’s often danced to upbeat music. Will you be the king or queen at the next salsa party?
During the introduction course you learn the basics of the salsa dance and work on the first patterns together. You dance with a partner and learn to lead and to follow. You’ll learn the basic footwork as well as how to perform some of the figures using your arms. While you’re learning these movements, you’ll learn to feel the rhythm of salsa music. After this course, you can attend salsa parties and dance together with other people.
Schedule & enrolment
Teacher
Raimbard Merkies
Raimbard is currently studying MSc. Mechanical Engineering at TU Delft. He has been dancing salsa for more than a decade now. Raimbard has worked with renowned Latin choreographers and has performed at various national and international salsa events. Next to salsa, he also dances other Latin dances, such as bachata and merengue.
Over the years, Raimbard became more interested in the teaching part to try to convey his dance experience to others. In his classes, he mainly focuses on a good basis, the correct technique and, of course, fun. See you on the dance floor!
Lead or follow?
Rates
Category 1 - Student
Category 2 - TU Delft employee
Category 3 - Other
You do not need an X-subscription to follow this course. However, you do need an account in our webshop, which yo can create with your NetID. Don't have a NetID? Then drop by X to create an account.
Practical Information
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with smooth soles. Please note, do not wear shoes with rubber soles. It’s a good idea to sign up with a dance partner, but it’s not compulsory.
This course teaches more basic steps and figures that later, in higher levels, form the building blocks for challenging combinations. During the course, you will work on footwork (or shines), with which you can dance separately to the music, and partner work, where you learn to lead and follow better. It is a continuation of the Salsa introduction course, where you learn the very basics of salsa. Therefore, it is recommended to follow this course first, but of course everyone is welcome!
Schedule & enrolment
Teacher
Raimbard Merkies
Raimbard is currently studying MSc. Mechanical Engineering at TU Delft. He has been dancing salsa for more than a decade now. Raimbard has worked with renowned Latin choreographers and has performed at various national and international salsa events. Next to salsa, he also dances other Latin dances, such as bachata and merengue.
Over the years, Raimbard became more interested in the teaching part to try to convey his dance experience to others. In his classes, he mainly focuses on a good basis, the correct technique and, of course, fun. See you on the dance floor!
Lead or follow?
Rates
Category 1 - Student
Category 2 - TU Delft employee
Category 3 - Other
You do not need an X-subscription to follow this course. However, you do need an account in our webshop, which yo can create with your NetID. Don't have a NetID? Then drop by X to create an account.
Practical Information
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with smooth soles. Please note, do not wear shoes with rubber soles. It’s a good idea to sign up with a dance partner, but it’s not compulsory.
SoSalsa offers association training and association activities.
Are you ready to have fun, socialise and dance like there is no tomorrow? Whether you are a seasoned dancer, or a casual party-goer eager to learn, SoSalsa is the right place to be. We are the largest student dance association in Delft, boasting an international, vibrant and welcoming community.
SoSalsa offers a wide selection of lessons for Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba and Rueda, ranging from beginner to more advanced courses. Join our practice sessions to practise your moves outside class hours, or dive into the parties right away! Our social dancing events offer everything that makes a great party: catchy Latin music, lively lights and drinks. Our TrioD nights extend all these with dinner, whereas the theme parties top the cake with their large dancefloors and special workshops.
Association
SoSalsa
Price
You need an association membership to participate.
Practical Information
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