Sunday salsa

Try out the main style of salsa, LA (Cross body lead), on this fun and intensive introduction. Learn different rhythms, footwork routines and some history. You don’t need to bring a partner – meeting new people is all part of the enjoyment!

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Key course information

Dates
20/05/12 - 24/06/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
6 weeks

Time
14:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £66^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DO049

Availability
Available
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^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol. Please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some of the course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover this with you.

Course outline

What is the course about?

Classes are structured with an initial warm up of footwork, followed by work on Salsa patterns in couples and finished off by putting them together in dance floor combinations.

What topics will we cover?

The origins of Salsa and its historical and cultural context. The basic and most popular Salsa styles – Cross body lead style also known as LA style. Basic partnering technique – lead / following technique as well as learning about dancing posture, elegance and sensuality in Salsa.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Identify the origins of Salsa and its historical and cultural context.
Use the fundamentals of the most popular Salsa style: Cross-Body Lead.
Demonstrate dancing posture, elegance and sensuality in Salsa.
Perform a short and basic Salsa combination with or without partner
Recognize salsa rhythm and confidently perform basic steps.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Aimed at beginners or those with some basic Salsa dance training
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Follow spoken instructions.
• Use numbers to recognise rhythms within dance.
• Work within groups and pairs safely.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You will be taught as a group, in pairs and individually.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Ladies: soft soled dance shoes or Latin dance shoes. NO stilettos, sandals, platforms or trainers. Men
Men: Leather-soled shoes with a slight heel - NO trainers.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Any follow-on dance course.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
20/05/12 to 24/06/12	Sun	14:30 - 16:30	6 weeks	£66	£66	£66	DO049	Started	» Select
18/09/11 to 23/10/11	Sun	11:00 - 13:00	6 weeks	£66	£66	£66	DO020	Finished	» Select
11/03/12 to 18/03/12	Sun	16:15 - 17:45	2 weeks	£19	£19	£19	DO095	Finished	» Select