Dancing is an integral part of Cuban culture.
Whether you’re an expert in Rumba and Mambo or just dipping your toes into the world of Danzón, Revolución de Cuba is the place to experience a slice of that with our Salsa Social.
This Autumn, we’re launching our Salsa Social nights – a lively gathering of all abilities to embrace the rhythmic movement of the icon Latin-American dance.
But why Salsa you ask? Well, let’s start at the beginning…
Traditional Salsa
The traditional Salsa dancing that you’re most likely to be familiar with, dates back to the 1920s… in Cuba, of course.
In short, it’s a dance style that focuses on circular motions with an Afro-Cuban flavour. It quickly became popular across Puerto Rico and America, especially in New York during the 1960s.
The rich musical environment of Cuba allowed this Latin-American dance to thrive into the modern Salsa we know and love today.
When we refer to Salsa, we’re talking fluid and passionate gestures that, when combined with upbeat instrumental music, creates an intense performance; dancers can opt for a specific choreography or follow the music for a more freestyle movement.
The Basics
If you’ve seen other people Salsa dance, you might have noticed it focuses around four beats and three steps. If not, don’t worry – our expert Salsa instructors will guide you through every movement. More on that below!
Most dances involve the dancer
