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First Name: Joel |
Joined: August 28, 2007, 1:35 pm |
Last Active: August 30, 2007, 2:21 pm |
About Me:
I've been taking Salsa lessons at Dance Manhattan since June 2007, but only been taking on 2 lessons since July 2007. This dance has got me enchanted - I can't get enough.
Salsa Profile:
What is your level of dance?:
Intermediate
I enjoy dancing:
Salsa On 1
Salsa On 2
Bachata
Merengue
How often do you take salsa classes?:
Three nights a week
How long have you been dancing salsa?:
Less than a year
How often do you go out social dancing? (Not including classes):
Two nights a week
After salsa dancing all night I:
collapse in my bed exhausted
lay awake remembering the evening and/or counting 1,2,3, 5,6,7
grab food with friends and gossip
Salsa-licious:
What are the qualities of a good salsa dancer?:
A smile on the face, good humor and doesn't take him/herself too seriously, light on the feet, firm grip and posture, a smile on the face!
Salsa dancing is best:
at a social
The top three salsa songs that I must dance to, no matter what are?:
Fuego a la Jicotea
The best salsa dancing is when:
...the music is hot, the beat is strong, the vibe in the room is electric and everyone has a smile on her face, no matter how good or phenomenal his or her partner may be.
I feel in love with:
the dance itself
Salsa dancing is best with:
a stranger you plan on making a friend
Salsa Views:
Why Salsa?:
The music is hot, the dance moves are complicated but beautiful and it can be very athletic but sensual. Plus, it's not hard to find a great place to dance in New York City.
How long have you been dancing salsa and what keeps you coming back for more?:
I've been dancing since June 2007 and have been hooked, or addicted, or obsessed, whatever adjective you want. I'm in love with the complexity but sheer beauty of the dance when two people are in sync despite not knowing eachother or knowing the other's dance intentions.
In addition to learning salsa, what else have you gained from the experience?:
I've learned coordination, balance, core stability, and how to move my hips like Shakira!
What are the salsa No-No's when dancing with a partner?:
Don't be snotty. Just smile and have a good time, even if your partner isn't so advanced. Learn to be light on your feet. Carry a wash cloth and keep the perspiration in check!
If you could improve upon one thing in the New York Salsa scene, what would it be?:
Have strong air conditioning in the dance halls. It can get muy caliente when all those bodies are spinning and moving in the room.
What advice would you give someone just starting out in salsa?:
Don't be afraid to look like a foolish novice when you start out and are practicing your moves because everyone has been there before and the only way to get better is to go to socials and practice, a lot. Practice with people your level, practice with people who are slightly better than you and you'll learn really quickly.
My Stats:
My friends call me:
Joel
Gender:
MaleAge Range:
26-29
Children:
NoEducation:
Completed Post GraduateEthnicity:
AsianRelationship Status:
SingleLocation:
Brooklyn
I am looking for:
Dance partner
Friendship
Describe Your Physical Build:
Athletic
Baby Fat
Smoker:
No
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