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Who’s into Salsa and Reggaeton here?

Sunday, July 30, 2006
I just got back from my first reggaeton and salsa orientation! I don't know where to start but it was just FUN!!! Ok, I was supposed to go with Sam cuz she said she really wanted to take the hiphop class which is reggaeton (latin hiphop), but some reason, she wasn't able to make it. So I had to drag a friend with me instead. Reggaeton orientation started at 5:30pm but I wasn't supposed to be there til 8pm for the beginner's salsa, the workshop I originally wanted  to be in. But since Ares, the dance instructor of Grupo Filipino Salsa, said if I signed up for Salsa class, I could also be in the other classes as well. That's a really great deal for P1000 for 4 Saturdays. I also got a 50% discount (supposedly it was P500/session) since I attended the orientation and I  can bring a male partner for free.hehe! But I hope to meet other people who's really into Latin dancing, so I'll probably go by myself next time…)

The best part was getting ourselves comfortable with the group. I've never really danced with few people before, but everyone was just into it. So forget "hiya-hiya" and get those hips grinding! We formed a circle, then one would dance freestyle in the middle for a few seconds and everyone had to do his/her moves. We all had to be in the center so that means I got a few moments to show off my moves, yeah! Haha!

Sam, you should come next week!!! You're missing out all the fun!

Salsa basically originated from Nigeria as a ritual dance for the gods. They believed that when dancing or movement stopped, death would occur. Dancing also sends in positive vibes to a person. Whatever that is, but it's like you feel freedom and happiness when doing salsa or reggaeton or those latin dances. True, I think, cuz I couldn't stop smiling during the session. I'm not sure if I just felt so excited or silly or just plainly having fun! But really, I'm gonna be looking towards this every Saturday. I'm gonna take the whole workshop from beginner, intermediate 1&2 and the last which I forgot, kinda the freestyle part wherein the group develops their own moves.

I'm sleeping with a smile on my face!

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Previous Comments

That’s good, Michelle. Be happy and enjoy life. I like this blogs stuff. I started checking this and xenga everyday.

Posted by Ninang at July 30, 2006, 5:21 am

Naks! Salsa! Wonder who will you dance it with soon. LOL :D

Posted by alithea_a@yahoo.com at July 31, 2006, 9:29 am

michelle! WAAAH i badly wanted to go :( pero wow naman talag naksssssssssss :D hay nako you’re my inspiration talaga!:D:D

Posted by chasing_cloud@yahoo.com at July 31, 2006, 6:21 pm

Whoah! Michelle! Tsinismis mo na kami! he he he! See you at the class. Invite your friends… hmmmm… we got some surprises… :D

Posted by Ares Andres at August 4, 2006, 5:27 pm

Hi. I was searching for Salsa lessons and your link was the top finds =) where is the lessons conducted? I am interested.

Posted by bex at November 9, 2006, 10:37 am

Hi, I have been searching online for salsa school I am glad that the person I have talked to before about inquiring such thing is the same person you have posted on here Ares Andres..yes, I happened to talked to him sometime in October but well forgot to pursue the session bcoz too stucked up in my work at my office…but anyway, I wish I could join soonest since I need to learn salsa, hiphop latin ballroom…I just cant wait to be dancing with you guys.

Posted by cynthia at December 29, 2006, 6:38 pm

Agree, The salsa classes conducted in AIS by Ares is great. The group is really funloving and really focused on expanding the awares of salsa in philippines.

I am beginger and enjoying my learning. also looking for a f.partner to tryout salsa .

Posted by homelaptop2@yahoo.com at December 24, 2007, 5:37 pm

good to meet people who love salsa and raggeaton.but down here in nigeria we got salsa at the latin dance club (www.thelatindanceclub.com). anytime u are in town check us out we really get down and lots of fun with line dancing, zouk, barchata and chacha

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