Topic of the Week: When am I ready to move up to the next level? One of the most common questions we get is “When should I move up?”and the honest answer is simple… when you’re truly ready, not just eager. It is very easy to want to do it all from day 1 but…
Why is Salsa so Addictive?….um…. Have you ever wondered why, after just one class, you find yourself counting down the days until the next one? Salsa isn’t just a dance… it’s a feeling, an energy, and for many of us, it becomes a little bit addictive (in the best possible way!). Giles and I have…
Going to Salsa Socials, events Walking into a salsa event can feel intimidating. The music is playing, the floor is full, and it seems like everybody knows what they’re doing. Suddenly, you start thinking… “Am I good enough?” “Everyone looks better than me” “What if I make mistakes?” Does it matter? not really because you’ve…
Salsa is not just a dance class When people first walk into our Tuesday class, they often think they’re “just coming to learn some steps.” But very quickly, they realise…Salsa is so much more than that. Pictures speak a thousand words so have a look at the end of this post. It’s a Brilliant Way…
Why I Enjoy Salsa Dancing More Than Any Other Exercise There are soooo many ways to stay fit like: But for me, nothing compares to salsa. Not just because it’s exercise but because it’s so much more than that. It’s a partner Dance Salsa isn’t something you do alone. It’s a partnership, a togetherness. From…
At OnSalsa, our classes are about learning, growing, and enjoying the journey together. That means: But sometimes, dancers experience criticism that doesn’t feel helpful and it can knock confidence. Remember: You are here to learn Nobody walks into a salsa class already “perfect”! Every confident dancer you see: Learning is the point and we encourage…
Life gets busy and takes over Work, responsibilities, children, and routines can easily take over our week(s) and before you know it, the week is over. Did we have “Me Time”? were we running on autopilot? if YES then read on. Why does Salsa means so much to so many people? Because, that once a…
How Salsa changes you (even if you only dance once a week) – How? Sometimes, one hour of salsa a week is enough to change how you feel, how you move and how you start seeing things differently – do not underestimate the magic of dance. You Start Standing Taller From our beginners sessions and…
Regardless of your level Walking into your Oxford Salsa Social/party for the very first time OR into a venue you’ve never danced at before can be quite interesting/challenging due to the mix of emotions. However the truth is that it feels the same for most dancers, from absolute beginners to the most experienced dancers! Excitement…
What is Styling? Styling is the expression of yourself through dance. It is how you bring your personality, emotions, and musical interpretation into the movements you already know. Styling isn’t about doing “extra” steps. It’s about how you move (e.g. the timing, the intention, and the body movement that sits around your basics). It is…