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Here’s What’s Happening in December for Salsa in St. John’s, Newfoundland…

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deck the halls 2012 xmas holiday salsa schedule flyer copy

Please note, the Salsa Sundays will be taking a little break after Dec 9th. But don’t worry! We’ll keep you dancing with the Holiday Salsa on Fri Dec 14 and the New Year’s Salsa on Dec 31. Then Salsa Sunday @ Annexe XLounge returns every week starting January 13th.

ATTENTION: If you’re a salsa expert living or visiting here in St. John’s, NL (i.e. salsa instructor, salsa TA, or born and raised salsa/Latin dancing) and would like to take a turn leading our beginner’s salsa hour 6-7pm on Sundays, please let us know! We’ll be working on a rotating guest instructor schedule to start in January.

FALL 2012 SALSA DANCE SERIES- still room to sign up on Wed Oct 11th*!

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FOLKS!

*IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP!
REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED WED OCT 11th AT MMAP GALLERY AT THE START OF EACH CLASS!!*

Hey St. John’s!We’ve finally solidified our FALL 2012 salsa dance class series! Have a look below to see which class suits you best, and send us an email at: corie@salsafloreo.com to register.

THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER SALSERO

This 9 week introductory series covers your salsa basics: footwork, frame and connection–the basis of leading and following LA Style Salsa (“On 1”), a turn and the cross body lead. By the end of this series, you’ll have some solid salsa tools down pat to bring to the social dance floor.NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, NO PARTNER REQUIRED.

Dates: Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 21, 28, Dec 5
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Cost: $110.00 per person

2. SALSA LEVEL 1

This 9 week series builds on the technical framework of LA Style Salsa (“On 1”) that was introduced in the Absolute Beginner Series. With continued emphasis on strong frame and partner connection, as well as footwork and timing, this class will also expand upon the basic building block of club style salsa, the cross body lead, to give you a more extensive vocabulary of well-executed moves to take to the social dance floor.

PRE-REQUISITE: Absolute Beginner Salsero Series AND/OR knowledge of Cross Body Lead

Dates: Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 21, 28, Dec 5
Time: 8:00 -9:00 p.m.
Cost: $110.00 per person

3. SALSA LEVEL 2

This 9 week series is for those with some experience dancing LA Style Salsa (“On 1”) who are looking to build upon the technical skillset they have already acquired. From a solid frame and partner connection and increased kinesthetic awareness, more intricate moves and patterns will be explored and mapped on to songs of varying tempo to further enhance leading/following and timing skills.

PRE-REQUISITE: Knowledge of Cross Body Lead Inside Turn AND at least one year’s experience salsa dancing (or by permission of instructor)

Dates: Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 21, 28, Dec 5
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $110.00 per person

**ALL CLASSES WILL BE HELD IN THE MMAP GALLERY AT THE ARTS AND CULTURE CENTRE**

A bit about us:

Corie is a multi-disciplinary artist who has trained in improvisation comedy, physical theatre, as well as a smorgasbord of danceforms. Her movement quality is chiefly informed by the polyrhythmic dances of the African diaspora and she has choreographed and performed salsa and latin-fusion pieces for audiences in St. John’s, Toronto, Montreal and New York.
Del hails from Lagos, Nigeria where, in addition to having had an instrumental role in growing the local underground salsa dance scene, he also taught, performed and competed at several high-profile latin dance events. Del’s performance career has also extended into the realm of hip hop and breakdance, leading him to teach classes in pop locking to help others grow their skills. The urban flavour of Del’s dance background offers a distinctively smooth character to his movement.
Together with Stephanie Robinson, Corie and Del are committed to growing the salsa dance community in Newfoundland through offering lessons, socials and corporate/event based latin dance entertainment.
  • Check out our salsa freestyle from RIAC’s Summer Culture Festival in Bowring Park this past August!
    Stay tuned for announcements of upcoming performances this fall!

LATIN MOVEMENT DANCE CLASSES FOR LADIES**

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WHEN: MONDAYS, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

OCTOBER 1, 15, 22, 29, NOVEMBER 5, 12, 19, 26, DEC 3, 10, 17

WHERE: WILD LILY DANCE CENTRE
(156 DUCKWORTH STREET)

Come out and move your body to the sexy latin rhythms as we shake our hips and shimmy our shoulders to salsa, reggaeton, bachata, cha cha and merengue.

This dance class is for everyone! No experience necessary!

Join us at Wild Lily on Monday evenings this fall for a fiesta of fiery, feisty moves!

COST: $130 per person

FOOTWEAR: This class may be done barefoot or in flats, but if you’re daring enough to do it in heels, then do it in heels!
(No street shoes please!)

**PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, AS CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED

Please email corie@salsafloreo.com for more information, or to register

MUN Ballroom and Latin Dance Club Fall 2012 Registration: September 18th at 7pm in the Landing (UC 3018)

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FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! All new and returning members are welcome to sign up. Please have your fees ready to paid in full.

On the schedule page of http://www.munbldc.com/ class times are outlined. Classes begin on September 23rd. Please note that Salsa classes will only run for the first eight weeks.

Since classes are different durations the fees are as follow:

Membership is $25 *please note everyone must pay membership in order to be part of MUN BLDC

Salsa 1:

Student: $10, Non-Student: $25

Salsa 2:

Student: $5, Non-Student: $20

Ballroom 1 and 2:

Students: $15, Non Students: $35

Ballroom 3:

Student: $10, Non Student: $25

Open Dance:

Student: $5, Non- Student: $10, Walk-ins $2/ night with members, $5/ night non-members

upcoming salsa workshops…

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—> Tuesday, August 28

Salsa Floreo Presents: The Summer Workshop Event!

fb event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/215593498566860/

Hey friends! Come check out our last workshop offerings of the summer!
All workshops will be held on Tuesday, August 28 at Wild Lily Dance Centre, 156 Duckworth St., 1 (709) 753-5232
Prices are $15 for one workshop, $25 for two workshops, or $35 for all three!

No partner necessary!

*Intro to Bachata, 6-7pm. Bachata is a sensual partner dance with origins in the Dominican Republic that is taking the latin dance scene by storm! Join us for a taste!

*Musicality and Shines, 7-8:15pm. Solo dancing segments within a shared social dance are your time to SHINE! This workshop explores rhythms in addition to the regular 1-2-3–5-6-7 salsa counts so that you can begin to enrich your musicality in social dancing. We will learn a shines pattern that incorporates both footwork and body movement to encourage a sense of play with the music that you can then take to the dance floor!*Dancefloor Dips with Del, 8:15-9:30pm. Adding dips to your repertoire of salsa moves adds a sexy and seductive flair to your social dancing; join Del as he shares some of his smooth moves with us!
—> Saturday Sept 8:
Attempt number 2! The FREE SALSA WORKSHOP has been rescheduled! Anyone who wants to participate please email the club at bldc@mun.ca!

The details:

When: Saturday, September 8, 2012Schedule:
10:30- 12:00- ‘Introduction to Salsa’ (for beginners)12:30- 2:00- ‘Rueda de Casino I’ (for salsa dancers familiar with the music/
lead and follow/ cross body lead)

2:15- 3:15- ‘Advance Salsa Patterns’ (for experienced dancers)

Where: The Landing (UC 3018)
Fee: FREE!
Who: EVERYONE! Invite your friends, family, significant others or even random
people you meet on the street!

Salsa Floreo Presents: Ladies’ Latin Movement Technique

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Did you see our ladies perform at a Mid-Summer Salsa on Saturday? Wish you were up there with them? Or do you want some new moves to bring to the dance floor? Come learn some styling technique at our latest workshop!

This dance class focuses on latin motion technique–sexy body movement set to salsa and other latin musical genres such as reggaeton, cha cha, merengue and bachata!

In addition to learning some characteristically latin body isolations, we’ll also cover footwork and musicality to enhance your own sassy/sexy/sultry personal dance style!

This class may be done barefoot or in flats, but if you’re daring enough to do it in heels, then do it in heels!
(No street shoes please!)

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

$15/person, Thursday August 2, 8-930pm

156 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL

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Salsa Classes Summer 2012

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Salsa Floreo Presents: The Summer Salsa Series

1. ABSOLUTE BEGINNER SALSERO
This 7 week introductory series covers your salsa basics: footwork, frame and connection–the basis of leading and following LA Style Salsa (“On 1”), a turn and the cross body lead. By the end of this series, you’ll have some solid salsa tools downpat to bring to the social dance floor. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, NO PARTNER REQUIRED.
Dates: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21
Time: 6:15-7:15 p.m.
Cost: $90.00 per person

2. BEGINNER TWO
This 7 week series builds on the basics of LA Style Salsa (“On 1”) learned in the Absolute Beginner Series. With continued emphasis on strong frame and partner connection, as well as footwork and timing, this class will also expand upon the basic building block of club style salsa, the cross body lead, to give you a more extensive vocabulary of well-executed moves to take to the social dance floor.
PRE-REQUISITE: Absolute Beginner Salsero Series AND/OR knowledge of Cross Body Lead
Dates: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21
Time: 7:15-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $90.00 per person

3. INTERMEDIATE
This 7 week series is for those with some experience dancing LA Style Salsa (“On 1”) who are looking to build upon the skillset they have already acquired. From a solid frame and partner connection and increased kinesthetic awareness, more intricate moves and patterns will be explored and mapped on to songs of varying tempo to further enhance leading/following and timing skills.
PRE-REQUISITE: Knowledge of Cross Body Lead AND at least one year’s experience salsa dancing (or by permission of instructor)
Dates: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21
Time: 8:30-9:45 p.m.
Cost: $90.00 per person

**Pre-register to reserve your space in one of three ways:

-by emailing info@salsafloreo.com
-in person at The Sunday Salsa Social at MexiCali Rosa’s on Sunday, July 1st or Sunday, July 8th
-at the Havana Blues Concert on Saturday, July 7th at the Rockhouse

**Please note that pre-registration is mandatory, as class size is limited. First come, first served.
Pre-registrations will be accepted until MONDAY, JULY 9TH. Payment must be made in full on the first day of class.

Salsa Floreo’s Summer Salsa Series will be running out of Wild Lily Dance Studio (156 Duckworth Street), Studio A (at street level).

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Can’t commit to sessions…not sure if you’d like salsa?

Why not try $5 Drop-in beginner’s lessons available EVERY Sunday 6-7pm @ MexiCali Rosa’s on George St 🙂

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SALSA FLOREO PRESENTS: THE SPRING INTO SALSA SERIES

WILD LILY DANCE CENTRE (156 DUCKWORTH ST.)

This April, Salsa Floreo is pleased to be offering the following:

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THE BEGINNER SALSERO BUNDLE:This 4 week introductory series covers your salsa basics: footwork, frame and connection–the basis of leading and following LA Style Salsa (On 1), a turn and the cross body lead. By the end of this series, you’ll have some solid salsa tools downpat to bring to the social dance floor. No experience necessary, no partner required.MONDAYS: APRIL 2, 9, 16 & 23
FROM 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

$50.00 per person for the four week series.

*PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED
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THE BURGEONING SALSERO BUNDLE:

This 4 week series is for those with some experience dancing LA Style Salsa (On 1) who are looking to build upon the basics they have already acquired in order to grow their leading and following skills. From a solid frame and partner connection and increased kinesthetic awareness, more intricate turns and patterns will be explored and mapped on to songs of varying tempo to reinforce timing skills.
*PRE-REQUISITE: KNOWLEDGE OF THE CROSS-BODY LEAD

WEDNESDAYS: APRIL 4, 11, 18 & 25
FROM 8:30 – 9:45 p.m.

$50.00 per person for the four week series

*PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
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SALSA SPECIALTY SESSION: MUSICALITY AND SHINES:

Solo dancing segments within a shared social dance are your time to SHINE! This workshop explores rhythms outside the regular 1-2-3–5-6-7 salsa counts so that you can begin to enrich your musicality in social dancing. We will learn a shines pattern that incorporates both footwork and body movement to encourage a sense of play with the music that you can then take to the dance floor.

SUNDAY, APRIL 22ND
FROM 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.

$15.00 per person for the workshop.
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PRE-REGISTER IN ONE OF TWO WAYS:

1. VIA EMAIL AT: salsafloreo@gmail.com

or

2. IN PERSON AT THE SUNDAY SALSA SOCIAL AT MEXICALI ROSA’S ON MARCH 25TH OR APRIL 1ST.
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We’re looking forward to springing into salsa with you!

Stephanie and Corie
(Salsa Floreo)

NEWS: Successful first night of Sunday Salsa Socials @ Mexicali Rosa’s on George

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The dance floor was pretty full at Mexi’s, and we met lots of new dancers!

Come join us at our new weekly salsa event again in St. John's!!!

:)

Corie, Del & Stephanie teamed up to host The Sunday Salsa Social at Mexicali Rosa's (36 George St.):

 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Introductory Salsa Dance Lesson
 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m Social Dancing

 $5 cover includes lesson
 or $2 from 7:00 p.m. onward

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 See you on the dance floor!

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