Class Description & Progression

Latin Beginners is perfect for newcomers to Latin dance. This course starts you from scratch to help you discover your hidden Latin Groove. During this course you will mostly focus on Salsa – the biggest and most popular Latin dance style in the world! In addition you will be introduced to super-fun turn patterns of Merengue & Bachata, and will also take a look at Zouk basics, giving you a full introduction to Latin dance in Brisbane.  This class will build these dance styles from their basic rhythms with ideas and concepts which will help you to connect with your partner. Along the way you will learn fundamental movement combinations that will have you dancing quicker than you think!

Note: If you have previous Latin dance experience give us a call on 3848 2001 or 04888SALSA to find the right class mix for you.

‘Learning in Latin dance cannot be accomplished in a few levels. The volumes of material in Salsa, Kizomba, Zouk, Bachata, Argentine Tango and other dance styles are vast. Like a foreign language dance must be used to maintain your acquired level, and fluency in dance comes from practice and good instruction. Dancers who stand out amongst others are people who persist, keep an open mind and continue learning.’

Progression Through Levels
Smooth Latin Groove reserves the right to disallow progression from one level to the next if the participant's capacity adversely affects the meaningful participation of other students in the class. Timing along with leading/following and toned frame are critical factors affecting a student's dance outcomes. This is particularly true of any partner dancing class where adequate skills not acquired will adversely affect other students within the class.

Salsa Focus Courses - Pre-requisite is the completion of Latin Beginners or similar.

SLG's Salsa courses focus on developing the elegant style of Linear Salsa. Discover new and exciting variations to execute on the social floor, as well as groovy shines or solo footwork patterns. Technical elements of Linear Salsa will be covered to help make your Salsa super smooth and easy to lead and follow. We will show you how to execute clean sharp turns and enhance your foot work. As well as learning cool combinations, you will learn all about that suave nightclub Salsa styling. These Salsa courses will help you to become a more confident Salsa dancer and to have a more complete understanding of the skills, links, and body movement in Salsa.

Class progression is:
Latin Beginners↓
Salsa Focus 2 ↓
Salsa Focus 3 ↓
Salsa Focus Intermediate ↓
Salsa Focus Challenge↓
Advanced Salsa on2

Zouk Focus Courses - Pre-requisite is the completion of Latin Beginners or similar.

SLG's Zouk courses will cover smooth combinations and flowing turn patterns. Improving your fundamentals & technique along the way, you will learn how to make your dancing flow like in the style of the universal Zouk dancer of today!

Class progression is:
Latin Beginners↓
Zouk Focus 2 ↓
Zouk Focus 3 ↓
Zouk Focus Intermediate ↓
Zouk Focus Challenge
 

Focus Courses in Bachata -Pre-requisite is the completion of Latin Beginners or similar.

Bachata is a beautiful romantic partner dance from the Dominican Republic. It is very passionate, fun and easy to learn, and its music can be often heard at salsa events. Although Bachata developed from a variety of different rhythms, including Merengue, the music which is specifically called Bachata is a relative of Bolero – in Latin culture traditionally romantic music, dealing with themes like deception and lost love. You will be hooked as soon as you start learning this smooth and sensual dance!

Class progression is:
Latin Beginners↓
Bachata Focus 2↓
Bachata Focus Intermediate↓
Bachata Focus Plus 

Courses in Cha Cha Cha - is the completion of Latin Beginners or similar.

Cha Cha Cha is an offshoot of the Mambo. In the slow Mambo tempo, there was a distinct sound in the music that people began dancing to, calling the step the "Triple" Mambo. Today it is a stylish partner dance of its own, with grounded attitude and accented movements connected to the rhythm itself.

Cha Cha Cha is included in Salsa Focus Courses↓

Focus Courses and worskhops are offered from time to time. Contact SLG to find the right level for you.

Courses in Argentine Tango - is the completion of Latin Beginners or similar.

The Argentine Tango is often regarded as the "authentic" Tango since it is closest to that originally danced in Argentina and Uruguay. Today Tango is a stylish improvisational dance that appeals to all ages.

Class progression is:
Latin Beginners↓
Tango Fundamentals ↓
Tango Focus Intermediate ↓
Tango Plus

Courses in Kizomba - is the completion of Latin Beginners or similar.

Kizomba is an African rhythm and dance originating mostly from Angola. A derivative of traditional semba, Kizomba music is a modern mix of various Zouk styles with a sensual touch.

Dancing Kizomba is a unique experience – together, partners move with fluid movement, where leading and being led finds a new dimension.  Kizomba is about melody and connection!
 

Class progression is:
Latin Beginners↓
Kizomba Fundamentals ↓
Kizomba Open