Cuban Salsa/Casino In Orange County

FUN CUBAN SALSA FRIDAYS in Orange County! Come to dance, laugh, learn, and socialize in our fun Cuban Salsa classes (Partner Dancing). Cuban Salsa/Casino Partner Dancing lessons are taught by Instructor Robert Morales, and co-instructor/assistant Laura Cristina. They have been dancing Cuban Salsa/Casino for over 15 years and have been teaching for the past 7 years. They travel to Cuba constantly and abroad to learn from the best instructors to bring it home to you.  


SCHEDULE:  FRIDAYS

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7PM-8PM - BEGINNERS LEVEL 4-WEEK SERIES. 

  • 4-Week Beginners Series Starts Sept 18th​

  • Students must PRE-REGISTER in Advanced for our 4-Week Series. Space is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions.

  • You will learn the basic Cuban Style Salsa/Casino moves from our syllabus in just 4 weeks (repeating 4-week series may be necessary depending on your dance progress).

  • Among the basic steps and patterns for Cuban Salsa/Casino, you'll learn: How to communicate with your partner as a lead and follow, The necessary footwork you need to know for all the foundation Casino turn patterns.

  • SORRY, NO WALK-INS AFTER THE FIRST CLASS. 

  • The Next 4-Week Beginners Series starts Oct 16th​

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8PM-9PM - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  • Pre-pay online before you join the class! ​Space is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions.

  • You will learn intermediate moves and combinations.

  • We also review lead/follow skills that you can apply when dancing Casino with a dance partner.

  • Our goal is for you to continue learning proper footwork and technique as well as intermediate-advanced Cuban Salsa/Casino patterns.

  • Both Leads and Followers should know and execute the following moves (without guessing) to be able to participate in intermediate level class.

    • Guapea                       Dile Que No

    • Enchufe                      Enchufe Doble

    • Vacila (Vacilala)         Exhibela (Sacala)

    • Sombrero

    • Adios/Prima con la hermana

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Contact DameSalsaCubana@gmail.com if you're not sure which class you may attend.

 

CLASS PRICES:  

Beginners

  • $48 for Beginners 4-week series  

Intermediate

  • $12 per 1-hour class or $55 for a 5-class punch card for ($5 Savings). 

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ADDRESS:
Costa Mesa Dance Center

2221 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
The studio is located next to America Tires and Behind WindowHQ Store. 

 

FREE PARKING at the studio and furniture store next door. 

 

In order to offer safely conducted partner group classes, we all need to fully comply with the new requirements. While reopening has begun, the pandemic is not over and we all need to take the necessary precautions and measures.

 

Please read these guidelines completely and carefully. All participants are expected to fully comply with ALL of the guidelines listed here those who fail to do so will be asked to leave and will no longer be able to participate.

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  1. Everyone must sign an updated liability waiver before starting class.

  2. You must wear a face mask. Gloves are optional. 

    • Masks must be worn AT ALL TIMES while in the dance space.​

    • If you do not have a mask we will have disposable face masks for sale ($1).

    • Masks should be securely attached so that you don’t need to touch it at all during the class to keep it in place. Try out your mask at home before class so you can ensure it is attached securely enough.

  3. Please bring your own partner. You will dance only with your partner throughout the class and will not be rotating. We will NOT do Rueda de Casino; only Casino/Cuban Salsa Partner Dancing.

  4. The group classes are PRE-REGISTRATION only. You must buy your class pass in advance.

    • We won’t do manual transactions or handle cash at the studio (to comply with the 6ft social distancing requirements).

    • Be sure to RSVP to claim your spot. We are limit on the number of people who can attend our class.

  5. Couples will be dancing 6ft apart in the big room in the studio.

  6. We will have hand sanitizer.

  7. Please bring your own water bottle and a towel to wipe yourself. When not using your towel please keep it in your pocket or in your personal bag. This must be done throughout the length of the class.

  8. No one will be allowed to congregate in the studio. Please exit immediately after class. 

  9. PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE WITH EVERYONE. STAY HOME IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS, HAVE TESTED POSITIVE, OR HAVE HAD CONTACT WITH SOMEONE WHO HAS TESTED POSITIVE

    • If you have any symptoms that have been linked to COVID-19, DO NOT come to the class, we will refund your payment for the class. 

    • Please notify DameSalsaCubana@gmail.com if you have tested positive so we can inform others that were in the same class.

 

Thanks for reviewing these very important guidelines. The goal is to be as safe and cautious as we can while we enjoy some FUN DANCING!

We look forward to giving your feet some happiness after months of not being able to dance.

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Please send your questions to DameSalsaCubana@gmail.com

We are closely following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control regarding the spread of the virus. Our focus is to ensure we are being socially responsible and doing our part to keep you and our communities safe. The safety of our community and the quality of the events we deliver is our top priority. We wish everyone remains safe, and that everyone applies diligence to keep this virus at bay. May we all be healthy, protected, and blessed. 

Contact us. We are here to answer any questions you may have!


Email: DameSalsaCubana@gmail.com

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Mailing Address:  P.O. Box 605, Lake Forest, CA 92609​