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Keep in mind that these videos are no substitute for live salsa lessons. Rather this resource is meant to be a supplement to studio instruction. These videos are organized in a progressive manner. The skills taught are meant to be learned in the order it is listed. Select a video from the playlist on the right hand side then hit the play button to begin. Press the arrow key on the bottom of the film strip to view more videos.
FIRST STEPS: LEVEL 1 BEGINNER LESSONS
The Mambo Eight
Your first eight moves that form the foundation of your dancing. You must first master the basics before getting fancy. Students of mine have these 8 skills developed after 5-6 weeks of studio classes.
Introduction. Explanation of Salsa On2
Lesson 1. The Basic Step
Lesson 2. Single Right Turn
Lesson 3. The Cross Body Lead
Lesson 4. The 360
Lesson 5. Cross Body Inside Turn
Lesson 6. The Open Break
Lesson 7. The Spot Turn
Lesson 8. Copa Check
Important Concepts
Make sure you have a a solid understanding of timing, leading/following and the Cuban motion before moving on to the next level
Lesson 1. Dancing With The Proper Timing
Lesson 2. The Cuban Motion
Lesson 3. The Basics of Leading and Following
Lesson 4. Closed Lead Position
PUTTING IT TOGETHER: LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE PARTNERWORK
The Eight Partnerwork Figures
Lesson 1. Double Right Turn
Lesson 2. Around The World
Lesson 3. The Traveling Butterfly
Lesson 4. Basket into Spot Turn
Lesson 5. Hammerlock & Wraps
Lesson 6. Frisbee Whip into 360 Lead
Lesson 7a. Touch & Go Combo 1
Lesson 7b. Touch & Go Combo 2
Lesson 8. Dips
Styling Tips
Lesson 1. Body Rolls
Lesson 2. Shoulder Rolls
COOL SALSA VIDEOS
Benji & Heidi - SYTYCD
Eddie & Maria
Eddie Torres Clip From "Salsa Night Club Style"
Eddie Torres Performs with Nancy Ortiz
Junior & Emily On America's Got Talent
Junior & Emily At 2006 Salsa Championships
History of Salsa/Mambo Pt1
History of Salsa/Mambo Pt2
History of Salsa/Mambo Pt3
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