The elements of salsa dancing
From Thorsten's Salsa Pages
Contents |
The basic elements
Turn Patterns & Shines
Technique
- Spinning and other Turn Techniques
Leading and Following
- Edie's 10 levels of tension
- Maintaining flow in the tension level
- Timing
- Exercises: use level 1, 5 or 10
- Exercise: Orville's framed leading exercise (lady in frame with arms, man leads her by the frame)
Styling
The advanced elements
Knowledge
Know about the Dancing Style, the Music, the History and anything related to salsa.
Freedom
Ultimately, it is your dance. Find the combination that suits you and feels good! There are no rules.
