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Houston Salsa Congress 2010 7th Annual – Salsa Dance Classes Social Dancing Performances Contest

admin — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 01:06:23 +0000

Houston Salsa Congress 7th Annual Jan. 14-17, 2010 Martin Luther King Jr. weekend. Salsa Dance Classes, Group & Private Dance Lessons, Latin Dance Workshops, Latin Dance Performances, Salsa Dance Contest & Salsa Social Dancing. Whether youre a spectator, a beginner or an advanced dancer, or dance and music enthusiast, this congress is for you. We have set up an all-star line-up with international/national/local instructors and performers for your enjoyment. We will also honor those making an impact in our community via dance, music and leadership.

PERFORMERS:
• Chicago, IL: Christina Zavala & Rodrigo Cortazar , Modern Clave, Leah Patterson & Amanda
• London, England: Mambata
• Monterrey, Mexico: Rumba Buena
• Montreal, Canada: Saltimambo
• New Jersey, NJ: Griselle Ponce
• New Orleans, LA: Mambo Orleans
• New York City, NY: Joel Dominguez, Jose & Mariana Aguilar, Melissa Rosado, Yamulee
• Orlando, FL: Salsa Synergy
• Philadelphia, PA: Arte Soneros, Art In Motion, Darlin Garcia
• Puerto Rico: Youngblood, Christian & Jackie -2008 Texas Salsa Open Champions ( On2)
• San Diego, CA: Majesty in Motion
• San Francisco, CA: Salsamania, John Narvaez and Liz Rojas
• Toronto, Canada/ NYC, NY: Magna Gopal
• Texas-Austin: Jazzy Dance Company, Connally High School Latin Dance Team
• Texas- Dallas: De Lara Dance Company, Guajiro, Horn High
• Texas-Houston: Alexis Omar Tirado, Troy Anthony & Jorjet Alcocer, JD Showtime, Hector & Claudia Vasquez, Hector & Sarah Vasquez, United Salsa Semi-Pro Team, United Salsa Student Group
• Texas-San Antonio: Semeneya, Xibuke

DJs: Houston: DJ Gonzo ? Los Angeles: DJ Lobo ? Salt Lake City: DJ Corwin ? Boston: DJ Saoko

EVENING EVENT LOCATION:
Where performances will amaze you and the social dancing is sure to give you a workout. DJs are sure to give us a salsa experience to remember. Vendors wil be set up Friday thru Sunday, so come prepared to do some shopping.

Jan. 13, Wednesday: Pre-Party at Plaza 59 Nightclub
Address: 5901 Hillcroft St # B6, Houston, TX 77036-3331

Jan. 14, Thursday: Melody Club Ballroom
Address: 3027 Crossview Dr, Houston TX 77063
(off Fondren & 59)

Jan. 15-17, Friday thru Sunday: University of Houston Student Center – Houston Room
Address: 4800 Calhoun Road, Houston, Texas 77004

ACCOMODATIONS and DAILY WORKSHOPS:
Doubletree Hotel-Houston Downtown
400 Dallas Street, Houston, Texas 77002-4777
Tel: 1-713-759-0202
http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/HOUDBDT-SAL-20100114/index.jhtml
Book your hotel reservation at the $118 special rate available if you say youre with Houston Salsa Congress.

TEXAS SALSA OPEN
If you like to compete, the 2010 Texas Salsa Open is a qualifying event that will send the final winners in each category to the 5th Annual World Salsa Championships. The winners will represent Texas on1, on2, and the team competitions to the 5th Annual World Salsa Championships. The rules here are modeled after the World Salsa Championship rules which can be found at
http://www.worldsalsachampionship.com
All competitors are encouraged to visit this website for the official event rules of the World Salsa Championship.

Houston Salsa Dancers Inc.
http://www.HoustonSalsaCongress.com
The Houston Salsa Dancers Inc. is a non-profit organization that has developed several programs that continues to teach inner city students how to dance. It’s main purpose is not only to expose students to different Latin communities, cultures, and heritage through dance, but also to facilitate a positive body image and increased self esteem. An integral part our mission is to offer yearly scholarships to students that are involved in the Houston salsa dance community. In the year 2000, the Houston Salsa Congress began as the first of its kind in the State of Texas. This congress now continues a rich tradition with the fifth installment in a series that highlights the beauty, creativity, and precision of Latin dance.

Contact Nathan Zamaniego (nate_zam@yahoo.com) for more information.

Houston Salsa Congress 2010 Promo Video
Camera Operator/Editor: Nicky Sims
http://www.tvunderthesun.com/nickysims

Duration : 0:3:37

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The Sexy Karina Smirnoff Dance Class

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 02:40:15 +0000

For more info visit: http://www.hollywood.com

Dance lessons from Dancing with the Star’s Karina Smirnoff.

Duration : 0:3:7

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PASOFino: Salsa Dance Lessons in Atlanta with Jose Maldonado

admin — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 03:55:56 +0000

http://www.PASOFinoDance.com
Atlanta’s Premier Latin Dance Studio. We offer Latin dance classes for kids and adults, Salsa bootcamp, Bachata bootcamp, Salsa workshop with special guest instructors in Atlanta,
Belly dance lessons, Flamenco dance lessons in atlanta, zumba and more!!!

Duration : 0:2:17

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“Casino style” Salsa dancing — Chinese man with Cuban woman

admin — Sat, 29 May 2010 00:51:57 +0000

I can’t even remember where I first saw this clip, but it’s from a Cuban television show called “Para Bailar Casino.” This particular style of Salsa dancing had usually been unique to Cuba and Miami, but is starting to spread slowly to wherever Salsa dancing happens around the world. So, it’s still fairly rare to see a Chinese guy (or any non-Cuban) who is this skilled at casino style Salsa. He has plenty of moves but, more importantly, he captures the fun spirit of the dance. The crowd obviously responds well, as you see them stand up and cheer!

In the video clip, there is a caption saying the name of the Chinese man is “You Fei Huo,” but apparently his real name is Yaofei Huo. For us English speakers, he goes by “David” Huo. He teaches in Beijing, China at a place called Casa De David, and his website is:

http://www.huoyaofei.com/english/index.asp

(For more information on him, click the link on that webpage that says “Team”)

I wish I knew the name of the female dancer but, unfortunately, I don’t.

The song to which they are dancing is called “Esto Te Pone La Cabeza Mala” by Los Van Van.

Duration : 0:2:59

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Advanced Style Salsa Dance Moves

admin — Wed, 12 May 2010 18:47:03 +0000

In this episode of Addicted2Salsa Dance Lesson ( http://addicted2salsa.com/2009/05/01/mambo-styled-salsa-dance-moves/ ) show, we travel a bit to the East Coast in order to show you a very common and popular move to do at the salsa dance nightclub. The first move, which I call the “Cyclone Bounce” for no apparent reason, can be seen in many salsa dance congress on the East Coast. The second dance move is really taking most of the concepts from the The Windmill Combo salsa dance episode and putting a different spin on it. In the end, Julie will have a special section to showcase ladies’ styling for the follows.

Duration : 0:9:38

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Salsa Lesson-1

admin — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 02:56:01 +0000

Here it is. Lesson 1. Basics of Salsa !

Duration : 0:1:27

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Latin Dancing Lessons : Learn to Dance Salsa: Beginner Turns & Moves

admin — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 03:21:52 +0000

Beginner salsa dance steps include the under-arm turn and the cross-body lead, both of which incorporate coordinating footwork and handwork. Practice these basic salsa moves with helpful instruction from an experienced ballroom dance teacher in this free video on Latin dancing.

Expert: Rosario Nene Ortega
Contact: www.thegoddessstore.com
Bio: Rosario Nene Ortega is a ballroom dance instructor at The Goddess Store in Hollywood, Florida.
Filmmaker: Paul Muller

Duration : 0:2:22

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Latin Dancing Lessons : Mambo Dance Moves: Mambo Dancing Demonstration

admin — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 02:27:04 +0000

The mambo dance has a more laid-back rhythm and feeling than salsa, and the first step begins on the second count. Understand the basics of mambo with helpful instruction from an experienced ballroom dance teacher in this free video on Latin dancing.

Expert: Rosario Nene Ortega
Contact: www.thegoddessstore.com
Bio: Rosario Nene Ortega is a ballroom dance instructor at The Goddess Store in Hollywood, Florida.
Filmmaker: Paul Muller

Duration : 0:2:7

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Latin & American Ballroom Dances : Latin Dance Rumba Steps

admin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 02:05:50 +0000

The Latin rumba steps are four beats long, holding on the first beat and rocking from front to back or side to side. Learn the rumba steps, which is a basic Latin ballroom dance, with a demonstration from a professional ballroom dance instructor in this free video on dance.

Expert: Rosario Nene Ortega
Contact: www.thegoddessstore.com
Bio: Rosario Nene Ortega is a ballroom dance instructor at The Goddess Store in Hollywood, Fla.
Filmmaker: Paul Muller

Duration : 0:1:18

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Latin Dance

admin — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:47:18 +0000

Two Latin dancers. I got the video off the Yoruba Andabo for Michigan website. I thought this was one of the best ones. I will totally be this frikking awesome one day.

The song is by Joe Cuba – trying to find the name of it

i will ask around and try and get the names of the dancers. i forgot to put it in when i uploaded it

Duration : 0:2:47

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