"I left salsa in the worst mood", said no one, EVER.

SALSA CLASSES COPENHAGEN

Salsa is happiness, passion, and swinging rhythms. Get ready to sway your hips! Choose the training team that fits you best: age doesn’t matter, just a desire to learn and be part of a vibrant dancing family. No partner needed, just come as you are, or with a friend or two!

ABOUT SALSA: history and styles

Salsa as we know it today originates from a mix of Caribbean rhythms and dances, mostly from Cuba and Puerto Rico, with roots in the Afro-Cuban rhythms. Music genres such as Son, Cha Cha Cha and Mambo came to USA from Latin America in the 1960’s and 70’s, and the term Salsa was born when those styles met American Jazz and Blues.
In the 1980’s professional teaching methods was developed, salsa dancing combinations and figures became standardized, and salsa began to be taught at dance schools. From here the development has progressed into new ways of interpreting both the music and the dance.
Today Salsa dancing can be dIvided into several styles: Cuban Salsa (also known as “Casino” in Cuba), LA-Style (“On 1”), NYStyle (“On 2”), Colombian Salsa etc. The first three are the most popular styles in Copenhagen, with Cuban salsa having the largest group of active dancers. Cuban salsa is danced around each other in a circular motion and can also be danced with many people together in a circle, commonly known as a Rueda (which means “wheel” in Spanish). LA- and NY-style is danced strictly on a line.
No matter which style you choose to learn, one the greatest experiences of salsa dancing is to be able to dance with everyone, so therefore we recommend learning different styles. At CSA we teach mainly Cuban Salsa and L.A. style, with a fusion of techniques and elements from all other salsa styles.

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BASICS

For you who is just starting out, or refreshing! These courses will prepare you for all the styles that we teach in the school, so you can jump on either Cuban Fusion or L.A. after taking these courses, with solid foundation in technique and timing.

LEVEL 1  |  beginner

Never tried Salsa before or would you like to review the basics? Then this class is for you!

CLASS INFO

We are dancing in a easy-to-follow tempo and we will guide you through each move step-by-step in our stress-free & friendly learning environment! No partner needed and no previous experience in salsa or other dance is required, only a desire to learn and having fun!

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ The foundational steps, turns and combinations in salsa.
✧ Partner dancing techniques and roles.
✧ Understanding of salsa timing and rhythm, as basic body movement posture and more.

WHERE TO NEXT?
Take the level 1 class more than once, and work on details with your basics. If you can lead/follow the moves taught in this class with ease and good technique, you are ready for the level 2 class! Many also take both levels 1 and 2, to get more repetition while learning something new. Try also social dancing: it is a great learning experience and lots of fun!

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LEVEL 1  |  beginner youth class 15-29

Get started with latin dancing in a friendly environment with other young dancers. Note: special price for young adults!

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Are you dreaming of becoming a skilled dancer, or do you simply want to try salsa? We are dancing in a easy-to-follow tempo and we will guide you through each move step-by-step in our stress-free & friendly learning environment! No partner needed and no previous experience in salsa or other dance is required, only a desire to learn and having fun!

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ The foundational steps, turns and combinations in salsa.
✧ Partner dancing techniques and roles.
✧ Understanding of salsa timing and rhythm, as basic body movement posture and more.

WHERE TO NEXT?
Take the level 1 class more than once, and work on details with your basics. If you can lead/follow the moves taught in this class with ease and good technique, you are ready for the level 2 class! Many also take both levels 1 and 2, to get more repetition while learning something new. Try also social dancing: it is a great learning experience and lots of fun!

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CUBAN SALSA
LEVEL 2  |  improver

Go into more depth with basic salsa combinations and footwork, and improve body movement & technique.

CLASS INFO

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓  Are familiar with: Dile Que No, Enchufla, Dame Una, Vuelta (particularly for leaders).
✓  Understand salsa timing and basics.
✓  Salsa dancing experience: min. 2 months. You have completed at least one beginner’s course, and/or dance at social parties.

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ All the most common combinations and calls in Cuban Salsa.
✧ Basic footwork and body movement.
✧ Musicality and leading/following techniques.

HOW LONG SHOULD I STAY IN THIS LEVEL?
We recommend to move on to level 3 only if you master the combinations and leading techniques from this course: they are the base for everything you will learn in the higher levels. Feel free to take this course 2 or more times. If you are unsure, ask your teachers or contact us.

 

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LEVEL 3  |  intermediate

Further develop your salsa dancing and learn more intricate Cuban salsa combinations and footwork.

CLASS INFO

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Are familiar with: Setenta, Sombrero, Vacilala, and other basic combinations (particularly for leaders).
✓ Have no problems with correct timing and leading/following basics when dancing.
✓ Salsa dancing experience: min. 4 months, ideally 6 to 12 months. You have completed at least one level 2 course, and/or dance regularly at social parties.

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ More advanced combinations and footwork.
✧ How to create a good connection with a partner.
✧ How to add styling and shines to help you becoming more confident on the social dance floor.

HOW LONG SHOULD I STAY IN THIS LEVEL?
We recommend taking level 3 more than once (most of the combinations/footwork change every season). Many dancers can be in this course for 6 months while improving. Don’t move to level 4 unless you really are ready for it, since it is a more challenging class. If you are unsure, ask your teachers or contact us.
Check out these classes as well: Body Movement – Ladies’ Styling.

 

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LEVEL 4  |  interm./adv.

Ready for a challenge? Get inspired with funky footwork, cool combinations and fast music!

CLASS INFO

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Can lead/follow all kinds of combinations and turns with a nice flow, already use footwork and styling and feel confident and relaxed when dancing.
✓ Salsa dancing experience: 1 year or more. You have completed at least one ( level 3 course, and dance regularly at social parties.

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ Complex combinations and footwork with musicality.
✧ Dancing to higher-tempo music.
✧ Challenging turns and more advanced partnering techniques.

HOW LONG SHOULD I STAY IN THIS LEVEL?
Most social dancers will be challenged in this class and can attend it for many seasons with lots of benefits while still improving. If you need more, consider joining challenging solo classes or even a performance team!

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LEVEL 5  |  advanced

A new and exciting concept for experienced dancers, touching the various styles in the Salsa world.

CLASS INFO

If you are ready for a challenge and want to work on a higher tempo and more complex steps and figures, this is the class for you!
Note: we are screening the participants in this group to make sure to have a high level in the group; please contact us before registering.

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Can lead/follow all kinds of combinations in Cuban Salsa or L.A. style with a nice flow, already use footwork and styling and feel confident and relaxed when you dance.
✓ Are ready to be challenged, and want to work on better technique, musicality and speed.
✓ Salsa dancing experience: 1-2 years or more. You have to have participated in our level 4 for 2-3 seasons, and ideally have tried other styles besides Cuban. We expect you to dance on a high level and to have very clean basics.

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ To deal with longer and more complex challenges, both in solo and partnerwork, and to follow/lead with lightness and poise in any situation.
✧ How to combine the various rhythms and styles into a unique fusion of Contratiempo, L.A. style, Cuban Salsa, Rumba and more.
✧ New ways to move your body, express yourself and interpret the music, both in solo and partnerwork.

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SALSA L.A.  (On1/Crossbody)
L.A. LEVEL 2  |  imp./int.

Level up your dancing and dive into On1/L.A. Salsa! This style is characterized by line-based turn patterns, lots of cool spins and an elegant feeling. You will love it!

CLASS INFO

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Can already lead/follow on an improver/intermediate level in cuban Salsa, or are relatively new to L.A. /Cross-body Salsa (at least a beginner’s course) and want to learn more.
✓ Salsa dancing experience: 6 months or more (if you dance cuban salsa). 2/4 months or more (If you dance L.A.). Perfect for you, who is dancing in our salsa cuban fusion level 2 or 3!

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ How to optimally lead/follow in L.A., its dynamics, construction, and structure; furthermore, how to distinguish it from other styles, including Cuban salsa and more.
✧ The most used combinations and turns, the connection and partnerwork techniques in L.A. Salsa.
✧ Footwork, shines, styling, and spin technique.

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L.A. LEVEL 3  |  int./adv.

This course is for you, who wants to dig deep into On1/L.A. Salsa and get challenged with flashy combos and precise leads.

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ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Are looking for a challenge and new inspiration, as well as to polish up your technique.
✓ Dances cuban salsa on a high level and wants to expand your knowledge to other salsa styles, or for you who already has some experience in L.A/Cross-body salsa.
✓ Salsa dancing experience: 1 year or more (if you dance cuban salsa). 6/9 months or more (If you dance L.A.). Perfect for you, who is dancing in our salsa cuban fusion level 4 or 5!

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ Musical interpretation and expression, in energetic and elegant variations of turn patterns and figures on the line.
✧ Classic On1/L.A. style combos and styling, focused on smooth execution and control.
✧ How to create a great connection with a partner.

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 SALSA SOLO CLASSES

BODY MOVEMENT FUNDAMENTALS  |  improver

Learn how to move with confidence, style and great coordination, to make your dancing look and feel polished from the ground up!

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Join Ieva in this new concept, great for improver level dancers and all the way up to advanced, where you can nerd with the technique of how to dance even better, without having to focus on a partner.

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Are dancing on an improver level or higher, know the basics and want to develop cleaner movement, better control, and a more dynamic personal style.
✓ Want to understand and improve how to incorporate styling and footwork in salsa partnerwork.
✓ Salsa dancing experience: 2/4 months or more. A basic understanding of salsa and timing is required – not suitable for complete beginners!

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ Break down of the essential body mechanics that give salsa its fluidity and flavor—focusing on posture, grounding and isolations.
✧ Guided drills and short footwork combinations, and how to connect them your upper body, hips, and torso.
✧ Essential footwork and steps from improver level and upwards.

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SALSA FOOTWORK & BODY MOVEMENT  |  imp./int.

Are you looking for a class with good energy and loads of fun footwork, focused on the fantastic salsa music? Then join us!

CLASS INFO

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Want to learn how to use your body when you dance, and develop a better balance and control of your feet.
✓ Are looking to understand how to use the music to your advantage when you dance, and have fun while doing it!
✓ Salsa dancing experience: from 4/6 months and up. You have a basic knowledge of salsa dancing and timing.

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ Body movement techniques and footwork sequences, with both basics and more challenging elements.
✧ Get in the spotlight with fun exercises to challenge your abilities.
✧ Musicality and how to adapt your dancing to the music.

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Salsa Ladies Styling
LADIES’ STYLING  |  intermediate

Learn essential body movement, arm styling and how to move correctly in your salsa dancing, unlocking your femininity.

CLASS INFO

ATTEND THESE CLASSES, IF YOU:
✓ Want to learn how to style and make your dancing look elegant and feminine.
✓ Are not too comfortable with styling/footwork yet, and are looking to improve.
✓ Salsa dancing experience: from 6/9 months and up. You have completed at least one level 2 course, and/or dance regularly at social parties.

IN THESE CLASSES YOU WILL LEARN:
✧ Essential body movement, arm styling and how to move correctly in your salsa dancing.
✧ Improve your general flexibility and balance.
✧ Fundamental footwork and fun steps, turns and ladies’ styling.

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CHOREO CLASS |  int. & adv.

Improve your skills, learn a choreography and be part of a team of motivated and passionate students!

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SALSA MUSICALITY  |  int./adv.

Wether you want to make your Salsa more playful focusing on musicality on a higher level, or just improve your timing and expand your knowledge in Salsa rhythms and music, this class is for you!

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CSA PROJECT  |  choreo team

For the experienced dancer who is looking for new inspiration and challenges! We’ll work intensively on learning Dennis and Christina’s newest choreography.

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SALSA MEN’S STYLING  |  int./adv.

Salsa is not only about combos and technique, but also very much about confidence, expression and intention.

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