Two Left Feet Podcast: Recent Episodes
Terence Grier
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My goal is to give a voice to amazing performance dancer's and instructors.
A lot of times we only see them perform.
But they have so much more than that to offer !
Performs and instructors have a voice, a story, and experience. They have tips/hints. Value to give to people outside of their amazing choreography.
I just want to facilitate spreading their voice/story via podcast.
Carmine Finelli - The Mambo #Salsa
He is a Salsero Born in Foggia, Italy.
He is currently a full time dancer and instructor who teaches in Turin, Italy.
He specializes in Salsa, Hip House, House and Reggaeton.
In this episode we talk about:
Intro – 00:00
Childhood – 00:30
Introduction to Salsa – 7:40
His Beginner Stage in Salsa – 9:15
Advice for Beginners – 10:14
How do you stay motivated to improve ? – 16:15
Life of a full-time Dancer – 21:30
Advice for others who want to become Full Time Dancers – 23:50
Most influential Instructors in his life - 26:55
How to find your own dance style - 30:25
Dancing Scene in Italy - 33:23
What he dislikes about Dance Socials/Parties - 37:00
What makes for a Good Dance Social/Party/Fiesta - 39:45
Competition amongst Dance Instructors - 43:51
Traits of a Good Instructor - 46:35
What makes for a Good Follow ? - 48:20
What makes for a Good Lead – 51:55
The basics/Fundamentals of a Dance - 54:00
Musicality – 57:14
One common mistake that she has seen amongst her students - 59:45
One piece of advice that can make anyone a better dancer immediately - 1:03:50
Outro - 1:07:25
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/_carmine_finelli/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/carmine.finelli85/
On today's episode we have the incredible Ms. Damla Peker.
She is a Urban Kizomba Teacher.
She is based in Berlin, Germany, where she hosts a weekly Urban Kizomba Class.
She is of Turkish Descent.
In this episode we talk about :
Introduction:0:00 Childhood – 2:00 Music Impact in her youth: 5:20 Dancing in her youth: 7:20 What did she want to be when grew up? – 9:10 University Years – 10:30 Nursing – 11:30 Introduction into Social Dancing – 13:05 The Sexualization of Kizomba – 15:10 Edit out 20:30 Advice for starting a Dance Class – Her Beginner Stage in Kizomba - Benefits of Attending Dance Socials – Traits of a Good Teacher – Private vs Group Classes - Important of the fundamentals/Basics – How to be light as a follower – Talk to me about Frame - Dancing Scene in Berlin - Difference Between an Intermediate Dancer vs Advanced Dancer – What is douceur? Does Salsa/Bachata Translate to Kizomba ? Leading Vs Following – When I say the word musicality, what does that mean to you? Adjusting to Different leads as a follower - How can you make a comfortable dance for both you and your partner? One tip that can make anyone a better dancer instantly? One common mistake that she has seen amongst her students
Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/damla.peker/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088742022338
On today episode we have the amazing couple Jorge Ibanez y Maribel Munguia From Birmingham, Alabama.
Social Media Links
https://www.facebook.com/maribel.munguia.18
https://www.facebook.com/jorge.ibanezhernandez
https://www.instagram.com/salsabirmingham_al/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/salsabirminghamAL/
https://www.instagram.com/corazondealabama_dance/
https://www.instagram.com/jorgeibanez_el_teacher/
https://www.facebook.com/salsabirminghamAL
https://www.facebook.com/corazondealabama
I had the great opportunity of attending the Honolulu School of Salsa
https://www.facebook.com/schoolofsalsahawaii/
I apologize I could not remember the patterns taught.
The bachata class had some sensual bachata elements involved, take that for what it is.
On Today's Episode, we have the incredible and amazing T-Zer.
She has a diverse background in many dance styles but she mostly focuses on Hip Hop and Kizomba.
She is From Sweden but currently lives in Amsterdam.
In this episode we talk about:
Her Childhood in Sweden – 1:10
Hip Hop Music in Sweden – 08:40
Her First Dance Crew – 10:50
Life after High School – 15:35
Life in Gothenburg, Sweden – 18:50
Introduction to Partner Dancing – 19:45
Influence of Solo Dancing on Partner Dancing - 22:00
Her Beginner Stage in Salsa/Bachata: 25:30
Advice for Followers – 27:35
Advice for Leaders – 32:20
Introduction to Kizomba – 40:30
Her Beginner Stage in kizomba – 45:15
Dance Congress / Festivals – 50:00
Beginners Advice – 53:40
Musicality – 1:00:20
Good Party Vs Bad Dance Party - 1:01:35
Commercialization of Dancing – 1:04:00
What makes for a good Dance Lead – 1:08:25
Who has the more difficult beginner stage? – 1:13:45
Common Mistakes – 1:17:50
Lessons Learned – 1:22:50
One Tip – 1:28:05
Her Podcast " Dance Specific TALKS "– 1:30:40
Last Words: 1:43:15
T-Zer Social Media Links
https://www.facebook.com/TzerDance
https://www.t-zerdance.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@TzerFuse/videos
(I am super sorry about my audio quality, I had my audio recording through my Camera instead of the microphone. I am super upset about this. I apologize. ) On Today's Episode we have the incredible Trevor “El Morenito” Brown.
He is Salsa Dancer and Instructor.
He was born in New Jersey, currently living in Maryland.
he has been dancing for the past 10 years and teaching for the past 6 years.
In this episode we talk about:
Introduction: 0:00
Childhood in New Jersery – 02:30
College Years –
Introduction to Social Dancing – 08:45
Moving to Maryland – 11:25
Social dancing IN Maryland – 13:50
Beginner Stage – 15:45
What would you do different? 20:10
Benefits of Dance Congresses – 27:06
Beginners how to make followers feel comfortable? – 30:48
What got you into teaching? – 35:30
Advice for someone who is shy/introverted 40:50-
Advice for overcoming fear of Socials – 43:40
Performance Dancing – 45:30
Salsa with Silvia – ?50:00?
Intermediate to Advanced – 53:10
Musicality – 55:25
What makes for a good follow – 59:00
How can follows be light? ???1:01:30????
One Tip – 1:04:00
What makes someone an expert or Master at a skill? In my opinion the only way you can become an expert at a skill is by teaching it. Can you truly consider yourself a master/expert if you are incapable of teaching a class or imparting your knowledge onto someone else? I have come to the conclusion that your skill level and the ability to teach are two different things. It is possible to be really good at something but incapable of effectively teaching someone your skill. In fact I would argue that if you never have taught said skill, you do not truly have a deep understanding and knowledge of the underlying fundamentals. Example: We have Two Salsa Instructors, Both have been taught by the same Master Level Instructor. After 10 years. Dancer A goes on to become a Full time professional Salsa Performer. Dancer B goes on to open a dance school and become a full time instructor. Now we can make the argument that Yes, Dancer A is going to be a more proficient Performance Dancer. But If I were to ask you who is the better overall dancer? Dancer A or Dancer B? Who do you think would be able to have a better dance with a completer beginner? Who do you think has a better understanding of the fundamentals? Who would be the better social dancer overall? Who do you think would be more empathetic and patient with new dancers? If I were given the option of who I would want take a class with, I would say both Dancers Honestly. But I do believe that the Dancer with 10 years’ experience will be able to more effectively teach me and correct me on my dancing style. I would love to know what you all think? Who would you rather take a class from The Performer or the Teacher? Who do you think would be the better dancer? Let me know in the comments down below. #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Rueda #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #Ginga #Forro #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.faceb
Why should you spend $ to attend a Dance Congress?
Yes, Yes, I know, I can already here some people say. “ But Two Left Feet” I can spend $10/$20 to go to my local dance social on any day of the week, and dance my heart out”.
Or “… But Two Left Feet, I can spend $10-$20 and take a dance class locally in my city. Or I can Spend $50 for a private lesson with my local instructor”.
All of these are valid reasons, please, just hear me out.
Have you ever been to a legit Dance Congress or Festival ???
Have you felt the energy in the air, as you arrive on that Thursday/Friday Night and the anticipation of this weekend is absolutely overwhelming you.
Do you remember the last day of school before summer break? Do you remember that feeling of riding the bus home, in anticipation of the summer time? Whether you stayed indoors all summer, or played outside with your friends. Summer Break was the greatest time of the year.
And as we get older and become adults, and take on more responsibilities, that sensation of being a Child/Teenager and not having a care in the world is not often replicated / or experienced
In my opinion, Dance Congresses are a way of reliving that childhood feeling of anticipation.
Side Note – Anticipation is why I believe that Friday Nights are the best day of the week. Just think about. It’s Friday and its 5pm, You are driving home from work, and you have a free weekend. No major plans, just you and your free time. Your anticipation for the weekend is what gives you that major adrenaline and serotonin rush. Anything is possible, You can do anything over the next few days.
This same feeling is what occurs when you first arrive at a Dance Festival. You are seeing new people, fresh faces, beautiful people, ugly people, weird people. But everyone there, is there for the same reason, We all Love Social Dancing. Humans are social beings with a powerful psychological need to belong.
membership and identification with—some group is critically important for our happiness. We have a need for friends, and a romantic relationship. We join social clubs, fraternities, and sororities; participate in community events. People often wear shirts and Hats proclaiming their associations, which makes us feel accepted, valuable, and important.
The Need to belong is usually found within families, friendships, membership in associations, and within our community.
That is why when you first arrive to the Dance Congress, it’s like coming home. You are around your people, You can let your hair down and enjoy it because everyone there is just like you. We all have hopes/dreams/aspirations - we all want to become the best dancers we can be. We all are eager to share our joy and enthusiasm with other like-minded people.
There is something about taking a road trip to a foreign city, booking a hotel, and then taking some amazing dance workshops during the day and attending dance socials in the evenings.
It is legit one of my favorite things to do, and I implore you, if you have never gone, please please go!
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
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Recently I uploaded a video about how Social Dancing is a Second Form of Practice.
For anyone who may be a beginner to Partner Dancing this is a very important step to the learning process. Now you may ask yourself Why is that?
In the classroom, you are learning in a controlled environment. Both the lead and follow understand what is being taught, and what is expected of each person.
This can lead to a false sense of competency and understanding, due to the fact that your partner knows what to expect and what to do. This leads directly into the possibility of back leading or even Leader Expectancy Syndrome – LES for short.
Backleading can be defined as the act or the habit of some followers to lead themselves through dance moves the leader has nothing to do with. An Example would be a partner following what the teacher is doing, and NOT following what their dance partner is leading.
Leader Expectancy Syndrome can be defined as a leader expecting a follower to understand and anticipate their signals. A key factor in LES is mixed or confusing signals from the Lead. An Example could be a leader failing to properly signal a turn for the follower, and becoming upset.
LES is more often experienced during socials, while backleading is more often experienced during
Dance class.
This leads us back to the original question – How can a Dance Social be a second form of practice? As a leader, when you dance with someone, this is the ultimate test of your leading ability. You can increase the difficulty level by dancing with a complete stranger or You can lower the difficulty by dancing with someone from your dance class. I encourage you to do both. Dancing with a stranger will force you to lead with clear and precise signals. As a leader not having clear signals leads to confusion, which leads to hesitancy, which can lead to doubt, which ultimately can lead to a bad dancing experience. The dance will never exceed the skill level of the lead. Always remember that It is always the leads fault. This mindset will take you far, because you always hold yourself accountable, and you always wonder how can you do something better.
For my followers, it is the almost the same. You can increase the difficulty level by dancing with a complete stranger. You can lower the difficulty by dancing with someone from your dance class. As a follower during a social, you will not have the luxury of anticipating what your partner wants to lead, so you truly have to be in the moment and listen/feel for the leaders cues. And if you do find yourself trying to anticipate what the leader is going to do, you will quickly find that this can ultimately kill a dance. As in life, so on the dance floor, you cannot have two leaders. A follower who anticipates or does not follow signals, is not a good follow. A leader who cannot lead clearly and safely, is not a good lead.
Social Dancing is trial by fire and one that every dancer will have to overcome. It is also the most fun you will have. Dance Classes are fun, but they limit creativity. Dance Socials are where you can truly open your mind as to what is possible. Especially by witnessing what other dancers are capable of accomplishing. Drawing inspiration and motivation from those around you.
The only way you will become a great dancer is by social dancing.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
How to improve Posture while dancing?
You have to constantly be mindful of it until it becomes a habit.
So when you're dancing or practicing, keep posture in mind and correct yourself when you notice a slip. Do this over the next few weeks and it should resolve itself. posture practice is about awareness of the different elements of how we organize our bodies while we dance, and then monitoring those doing movement practice. Good movements flow from good posture, and the best time to start learning and practicing good posture is right now - every minute you spend dancing with poor posture is time you spend training yourself to dance with poor posture.
Stop looking down, at your feet or your partners feet. Be mindful that where the eyes/head goes the body goes. Keep your head/eyes high. Especially for leads as you need to be cognizant of the surrounding dance floor and those around you.
Looking down at your partner’s feet:
- bends the neck, causing a natural bend in the back and hunched over look.
- It REDUCES space between you and your partner because your head fills the space that should actually be clear
- Makes you look less confident and ruins the image
- Teaches the bad habit of focusing on unimportant details (if you've lead it, assume they've done it or watch where their BODY goes, not where their feet go.
If you want to improve your posture, start going to the gym. Good posture is a key for body leading, things like sensual bachata. But try not to be stiff, there is a good middle ground.
Outside of dance something I always like to keep in mind when walking around, is to think about Superman walking with is cape on.
In practice focus on not leaning forward at the waist, aim for leveling hips and minimize pelvic tilt. And shoulders rounded forward affects your balance. A good dance teacher can help you with exercises and drills that will help you take your Dancing to the next level.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
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Instagram: tw0_left_feet
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When to do shines?
- You can break apart for a shine whenever, but paying attention to the music - shows your musicality skills and that’s one mark of becoming a better dance
- Usually a good time to do shines is when the lyrics/vocals stop during the bridge of the song. This can be indicated by particularly interesting instrumentation or solos where you can really hear drums doing something unusual, for example.
- Sometimes you can shadow your partner and mimic the shine they are doing, or you can do your own thing. A shine is an opportunity for you to show off on the dance floor, Leads or follows. The best part of dancing is when the dancers play off each other. You add your own little flavor into a technique/lead, or a body movement or expression. Your follow does some nice styling, or adds some spice of their own.
For my leads: There are some follows that are a bit dangerous to dance with - they turn themselves randomly, they're forcefully offbeat, they hold onto your hand tightly, and many other examples. In these rare instances, you can throw in some extra shines, and just smile for large portions of the song with them.
As a final Note / A word of Caution: You must tailor your shines to the level of your partner.
Some follows LOVE to shine, so give them more shine time than others. Some follows will look absolutely terrified and just repeat their basic step if you leave them alone for too long. In that case do partnerwork with them instead.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
2LF Links
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet
Instagram: tw0_left_feet
Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/
Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet
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Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
When to do shines?
- You can break apart for a shine whenever, but paying attention to the music - shows your musicality skills and that’s one mark of becoming a better dance
- Usually a good time to do shines is when the lyrics/vocals stop during the bridge of the song. This can be indicated by particularly interesting instrumentation or solos where you can really hear drums doing something unusual, for example.
- Sometimes you can shadow your partner and mimic the shine they are doing, or you can do your own thing. A shine is an opportunity for you to show off on the dance floor, Leads or follows. The best part of dancing is when the dancers play off each other. You add your own little flavor into a technique/lead, or a body movement or expression. Your follow does some nice styling, or adds some spice of their own.
For my leads: There are some follows that are a bit dangerous to dance with - they turn themselves randomly, they're forcefully offbeat, they hold onto your hand tightly, and many other examples. In these rare instances, you can throw in some extra shines, and just smile for large portions of the song with them.
As a final Note / A word of Caution: You must tailor your shines to the level of your partner.
Some follows LOVE to shine, so give them more shine time than others. Some follows will look absolutely terrified and just repeat their basic step if you leave them alone for too long. In that case do partnerwork with them instead.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
2LF Links
_______________________________________________
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet
Instagram: tw0_left_feet
Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/
Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA
Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
How do you politely but firmly decline dancing with someone?
What’s the best way to politely decline when they ask? And if they keep asking after that, how do you make it clear that you’re not interested?
It is very Simple: Just say: no, thank you. If they ask again say the same and repeat the process until they get tired of asking.
If they ask for an explanation just say you don't want to dance with them and that's it. No further explanation necessary.
if they are persistent go make small-talk with anyone nearby, or at least stand next to someone else. The person is more likely to be embarrassed and leave if you're with someone else when you repeatedly say no.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
2LF Links
_______________________________________________
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet
Instagram: tw0_left_feet
Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/
Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA
Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
How do you politely but firmly decline dancing with someone?
What’s the best way to politely decline when they ask? And if they keep asking after that, how do you make it clear that you’re not interested?
It is very Simple: Just say: no, thank you. If they ask again say the same and repeat the process until they get tired of asking.
If they ask for an explanation just say you don't want to dance with them and that's it. No further explanation necessary.
if they are persistent go make small-talk with anyone nearby, or at least stand next to someone else. The person is more likely to be embarrassed and leave if you're with someone else when you repeatedly say no.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
2LF Links
_______________________________________________
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet
Instagram: tw0_left_feet
Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/
Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA
Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
Social dancing with social anxiety.
I will say this, in my youth, I would definitely take a shot or two before a class and also before a dance social. And I would also take another shot maybe midway through the night. I would keep a bottle of warm liquor In my trunk at all times. Say/Think what you will.
If you dance class has a social after the class, if you are not comfortable with socializing you can just dance. You don't HAVE to socialize if you don't feel up to that. You can keep it simple as "Do you want to Dance?" And "thank you!" after the dance is done.
If you hate small talk, dancing gives you a way to socialize without forcing you into conversations with people.
You can also talk to people during the classes themselves. Introduce yourself and ask how they are doing, nothing else is necessary. Do that with everyone you dance with, and you will start to become more comfortable with everyone. Your ultimate goal is to build a friendship with your dance classmates.
You can make every social event a game:
Make it a goal to ask x number of people to dance per night.
And at least 1 new person every social. This challenges you to meet a stranger, while also challenging you to dance with somebody new. This is a win/win because you level up your social skills and dancing skills.
Also keep in mind, that you are not forced to dance. You can just hang around and watch people dance. Just being in the atmosphere can be a learning environment. You start to pick up on social cues, see new patterns, see whos the experienced dancer’s vs beginners. Watch the Dancers who you like and look at their timing and styling you'll be surprised how much you can pick up.
Understand that if you are a lead you are expected to ask followers to dance. But that does not mean, followers cannot ask leads. I have never seen a lead tell a follower no. Try to think of it like this, You are not approaching a stranger, you are approaching someone who came to a dance social because they want to dance. That's the whole point. They are there because they want to be asked to dance. Remember you do not have to be Mr. Sauvé or give your life story. Just give simple eye contact and say, would you like to dance?
I have been dancing for close to 9-10 years, and I still get anxious nervous asking someone to dance. More so the first time. The first time asking someone to dance that night, is the most nerve wrecking, but after that it becomes easier.
When in doubt, ask the teacher to dance, they should always be in a good mood and eager to dance with their students.
Also ask the Instructor about other dance events throughout the week. The more you go to dance events, the better you become and the more comfortable you become.
Social dancing is a skill like any other. You're going to have to push through the awkward experiences in order to build a proper skill set.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
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Social dancing with social anxiety.
I will say this, in my youth, I would definitely take a shot or two before a class and also before a dance social. And I would also take another shot maybe midway through the night. I would keep a bottle of warm liquor In my trunk at all times. Say/Think what you will.
If you dance class has a social after the class, if you are not comfortable with socializing you can just dance. You don't HAVE to socialize if you don't feel up to that. You can keep it simple as "Do you want to Dance?" And "thank you!" after the dance is done.
If you hate small talk, dancing gives you a way to socialize without forcing you into conversations with people.
You can also talk to people during the classes themselves. Introduce yourself and ask how they are doing, nothing else is necessary. Do that with everyone you dance with, and you will start to become more comfortable with everyone. Your ultimate goal is to build a friendship with your dance classmates.
You can make every social event a game:
Make it a goal to ask x number of people to dance per night.
And at least 1 new person every social. This challenges you to meet a stranger, while also challenging you to dance with somebody new. This is a win/win because you level up your social skills and dancing skills.
Also keep in mind, that you are not forced to dance. You can just hang around and watch people dance. Just being in the atmosphere can be a learning environment. You start to pick up on social cues, see new patterns, see whos the experienced dancer’s vs beginners. Watch the Dancers who you like and look at their timing and styling you'll be surprised how much you can pick up.
Understand that if you are a lead you are expected to ask followers to dance. But that does not mean, followers cannot ask leads. I have never seen a lead tell a follower no. Try to think of it like this, You are not approaching a stranger, you are approaching someone who came to a dance social because they want to dance. That's the whole point. They are there because they want to be asked to dance. Remember you do not have to be Mr. Sauvé or give your life story. Just give simple eye contact and say, would you like to dance?
I have been dancing for close to 9-10 years, and I still get anxious nervous asking someone to dance. More so the first time. The first time asking someone to dance that night, is the most nerve wrecking, but after that it becomes easier.
When in doubt, ask the teacher to dance, they should always be in a good mood and eager to dance with their students.
Also ask the Instructor about other dance events throughout the week. The more you go to dance events, the better you become and the more comfortable you become.
Social dancing is a skill like any other. You're going to have to push through the awkward experiences in order to build a proper skill set.
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What can you do as a lead when the follow continues to have super wide steps?
don't let her lead, you are the lead if you were the lead at the beginning. if you two are in standard orientation position, then the space between you two should be approximately constant throughout the dance. the only time that space will contract or expand is when one of you take a step/stride that's not the same length as the other.
- Doing very small steps in regular basic.
- Doing very small side basic.
- Using a closed hold in addition to small steps to limit with frame.
- Using just right hand on the back with small steps and seeing if they notice that they are losing contact because they step out.
- Leading a cross body that moves a lot and fast (wide steps are impossible).
- quitting the floor is always an option
If my partner is not respecting me, or the floor, or other people on the floor; I quit the floor as quietly and as gracefully as I can for all parties. It's not my job to make up the difference, I'm trying to have a good time too, and I don't have to contribute to a situation that ruins so many people's evening.
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Advice and Tips for Going to a Dance Congress/Festival.
Before you even go – look at the schedule of events and circle the workshops you want to do, and figure out where the rooms are.
Make sure to bring enough clothes, you'll be sweating a lot. Also, make sure your shoes are up to the task, dance heels might be good for a 2-hour party, but not necessarily for a 3-day weekend festival. So bring maybe 2-3 different dance shoes.
If this is your first congress - don’t go 100% on the first day, or you may feel burned out by the end of it,
Choose your classes wisely, you are not going to have full energy for every single class so if there's a very intense class you want to be able to keep up then consider either taking more relaxed classes prior or skipping a few.
Keep in mind that Footwork classes are more intense / more of a workout than partner work classes.
Try to be at the front of classes no matter your level. The important thing is to be able to see.
Lastly, don't forget to stretch and take some ibuprofen with you because your legs and possibly knees will suffer. If you do get sore, Try to spend lots of time in the hotel hot tub, or bring some Epsom salts or a bath bomb for the bath to give your feet and legs some relief. This is best done right before any nap times. I always bring earplugs and an eye mask just in case your roommates or the neighbors are loud.
If you are in a new city and you have free time go out and explore the city. Also, dance with people you don't know, is a great opportunity to meet new people, and experience new leads and follows.
Miscellaneous items: mints, water bottle, a few cans of soda water, drinks with electrolytes, a travel-sized perfume, bring snacks, fruits, etc. to sustain your energy level, small towels, hand sanitizer,
More clothes than you think you’ll need - If you’re in the Congress hotel, you can always run up and change or grab something, If you are afraid of oversleeping - Don’t rely on your alarm, get the front desk to give you a wakeup call,
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Difficulty remembering Dance patterns. #socialdancing
How can I better remember the moves I learn as a lead in Salsa?
This person was having difficulty remembering the more complicated patterns from class.
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I think we all encounter this at some point as a lead.
When you are in dance class learning a new pattern, instead of trying to learn the pattern in a specific order and detail. Your goal should be to understand the building blocks and how they can be connected. I would suggest thinking of it like a math problem. X+Y= Z but we can also say Z-Y=X. What I mean is, find the parts of the pattern you like / or you are able to execute and find ways to put those into what you already know. If the teacher is teaching a hammerlock pattern, think about the patterns you already know, and contemplate where you can throw a hammerlock into it.
And if you are dead set on learning a full/complete pattern from beginning to end, here is what you can do. Break the pattern down into blocks/segments. Maybe (2-3) 8 counts. The next time you go out dancing or have a practice partner, memorize that one segment and practice it the whole time. Yes, it’s going to be boring and repetitive but by focusing on that one you are going to anchor it in your memory
If you practice one new block per week that’s a lot of progress. If you can manage that consistently, you will know a lot of blocks in no time.
Next up, you should already know this answer – You need to practice more! You want to create some muscle memory where you always have a glimpse of an idea of what you can lead in a certain position.
On the subject of being scared to try something new and making mistakes. Do not be so hard on yourself, and stop holding yourself to such high standards. We all make mistakes, your ultimate goal as a leader is to just make sure you do not hurt your partner. Everybody makes mistakes on the dance floor. How you react to them is what matters--you just got to move on and keep dancing and having fun. It’s ok to only execute patterns that you are confident in, but it’s also ok to try and experiment, and see what works. The key is repetition and understanding of how blocks fit together.
Visualization is a great technique that works well for social dancing as well. Watch videos of classes to refresh your memory, and then when you are driving, walking, washing dishes, whatever mindless task - play salsa and imagine doing the sequences in time with the music, try imagining mixing it with other combos you know and adding musicality. Visualize what you are trying to accomplish and the body will remember.
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How much should my hands/arms move when leading?
How much arm and hand movement is too much?
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If an arm movement supports the body movement, then it can be fine or even recommended. But body movement should come first. You do not want washing machine arms, wax-on wax-off hands. This is a No-No. Arm movement originates from your body movement,
As long as you're not 'leading' anything, you can keep relaxed arms, elbows next to your body, just in front of your ribcage, with the forearms horizontally. Your body/shoulders are moving with the music, your arms follow this movement, they shouldn't move too much independently. When you ARE leading something, you might have to stiffen up the frame a bit. Even then, it will largely depend on what you're trying to lead.
You should not dance with your arms. It's almost always confusing and It doesn't help. Your Arms are for leading, In a handhold position - if you move them you are asking the follow to do something. If you are moving them around too much it’s confusing for the follow. Give the follow some tension in your arms but don’t be rigid, have some flexibility. There is a middle ground that you must find. If you can imagine this, your arms are never in one state, they are always in this transitory state between fluid and tense. They are never 100% loose (think noodle arms) or 100% strict and tense.
It is best when motion in your upper body is natural, not deliberately added in. The problem with some leads is that they start to perform, to other leads, and forget what they should be doing – Dancing WITH their partner. Or they forget to dance at their dance partner's level.
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- Saying Hurtful Things
Today I was informed that I hurt someone’s feelings, and It does not make me feel good about myself.
In an effort to be funny, I came off as harsh, mean, unsympathetic, emotionless, an idiot, just overall not a kind and good person. And thus I am paying for it now. And so what must I do, I must apologize, and this apology very well may fall upon deaf ears. But I have to do it, this may be more so for myself. Because I am unsure what else I could do to rectify this problem? I honestly do not know,
It does not make me feel good about myself. I am not proud of my words nor my actions. Like I said I am now paying for it, because I am not unable to think about too many other things. My thoughts are dominated on how careless I was with my words, and how mean I was.
This person actually started crying. WOW, right. I made someone cry, with my words.
Shows you how impactful your words can be, and how they can cut like a sword.
And all of this was from an attempt at humor. I guess I am not very funny, just a mean spirited person. Hmmmm. A lot to think about. Hurt people , hurt people.
I do not want to be mean to people, I do want to make people laugh, but there has to be others ways to accomplish this without coming off so mean and harsh and unkind and unsympathetic. I am better than that.
I deserved every bit of that situation today at work. I deserved it 100%
Is all of this an attempt to help cover up my own insecurities. I think that might be a hard yes.
Advice for tall leaders
Having difficulty spinning shorter partners. He is also having issues with rhythm. He has been dancing for 3 months, so he’s still a beginner.
Spinning people is less about height and more about technique. Spinning a partner is not about force but rather guiding the spin and allowing your follow to complete the turn using her own energy. If you ever find yourself forcing a move rather than it being a smooth transfer of energy, focus on using the least amount of movement and force to communicate what you intend to lead. This is not a problem unique to tall leads, its unique to beginner leads.
For turning her, you go just over her head at the highest. Think about making a halo above your partners head.
You may be under the mindset that because you are tall, that makes you a bad dancer. This is COMPLETELY FALSe. You just need to practice more. Do not look at your height as an excuse, but instead look at it as your unique factor. Certain Things you can do, I will not be able to do as a 5’7 dancer.
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Sweaty Palms
This individual stated when they get nervous/anxious, their palms tend to sweat a lot. And they were looking for advice.
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I've seen people with a handtowel or handkerchief hanging out of their back pocket.
A lot of moves you lead with the tips of your fingers, so your palms are not always involved.
So As a lead you can pretty much avoid touching anything with your palm, unless your fingers also get sweaty, you can probably manage with advice from your teacher.
There are also some products that you can use to help with sweating. Ill leave the links in the description below. But please, do your own research.
https://www.rhinoskinsolutions.com/store/p5/Dry_Skin_Antiperspirant.html
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Musicality / Creativity – How Does one become creative on the dance floor. I think creativity comes from your comfort level. It is very hard to be creative when you are in a state of tension/anxiety/nervous.
So how does one become comfortable on the dance floor? Extended and prolonged exposure to dancing and social dancing/ dancing with partners. I would argue that you will never see a beginner dancer do something creative on the dance floor. Why is that? Because they are still learning the rules. When a baby draws you a picture is it creative or is it just scribbles on a piece of paper? Better question is it an inspiring level of creativity? Do you feel inspired when you see a baby draw? No.
But when you see a professional do something on a whim, just instantly creative something beautiful. That is creativity and this is inspiring.
How does Musicality play into creativity. Same way, it’s hard for beginners to display musicality. Why? Because they are so focused on executing the proper rules (Timing/leading-following/connection).
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Eye contact and smiling?
They want learn how to maintain eye contact and smiling during dancing.
Are you a leader or a follower? It makes a bit of a difference: a leader should look around a bit to keep an overview of available space around, so they don't bump their follower into other couples, or maybe save their follower from another inattentive dancer. A follower can look around to accentuate their movements and styling.
When you're in an open position you can definitely look at your partner, give 'em a smile. The best moment for a smile is when you or they mess something up.
I would refrain from constant eye contact, it can come off weird. If you are nervous about looking into someones eyes, you can look at their nose, forehead, ears, in between their eyes. It gives off the same impression.
Just do what it feels right. Vibe w the person you’re dancing with in a way that feels natural and comfortable to you. That’s the biggest takeaway, just be natural about this, Like having a conversation with a stranger. You are not holding complete eye contact for the entire conversation. Please do not think too hard about this. It is not that big of an issue.
But I will say if the dance is shit, you are in no obligation to smile. If the leader is being inappropriate, or the follow just awkward, you are in no obligation to look at no one’s eyes.
try an exercise, record a dance with you not making eye contact, and one with you making eye contact. See which one looks better!
To close out this video: For both the eye contact and the smiling, I'd say do what feels natural and think of how it'll help your partner understand that you're having a good time. Empathy will take you a long way. eye contact and smiling are good manners and improve the connection/communication.
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How to ask for feedback from fellow dancers?
This individual wants to ask for feedback, but feels too awkward after the dance to ask.
I think asking right after one dance would put someone on the spot. It can be tricky to come up with helpful advice so quickly. I would recommend asking someone after a few dances with them.
You can say something like “Hey that was fun! I’m trying to get better; do you have any feedback for me?”
Or
"Hey, I'm looking to improve. Do you have any constructive feedback for me about how I dance? Don't worry I won't be offended by anything you say. I'll just use it to improve for next time"
Of if you want an opinion on something specific ask about that, “How was my Tension/frame/styling?”
I would put value of opinion in this order.
1st: My Instructor / Teacher. They should be the ones who are guiding you on your path.
2nd: I would video record myself dancing, and value what my eyes deem good vs. bad.
3rd: The opinion/feedback from others. ESPECIALLY in the beginner stage. Asking another beginner what they think can have its merits, but it’s like asking a baby what they think about politics. It doesn’t know enough to give you a valid opinion. Now if the dancer is proficient and you actually value their opinion, then definitely ask. But I would take feedback from beginners with a grain of salt / skepticism.
I think it’s best to ask feedback in the class setting. If after the class there may be 15 mins of social dancing time. Like I said earlier get someone to record you, and then you can analyze what you see. Mistakes are glaring in video.
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Delayed Gratification
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The Importance of a Good Teacher #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Rueda #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #Ginga #Forro #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
Should you dance with an Injury?
This person sprained their ankle but does not want to wait few weeks for the injury to heal.
I am of the mindset that you should not. I understand not dancing for a few weeks is rough! But not dancing for longer because you keep on hurting yourself is even worse!
You could possible make the injury worse. If you do not give the injury time to heal, it will heal badly and you'll be massively at risk of developing long term problems.
If the injury is serious enough go see a medical professional.
Rest the injured area, and after the swelling subsides - you can do some light exercises with resistance bands. Make sure you ice, a heat pad and elevate to reduce inflammation. (cold reduces swelling and pain, heat aids recovery).
If you must practice, try and work out the areas that are not injured.
If you injured your ankle, sit down and practice your upper body isolations. If you injured your upper body, work on your basic step.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
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Feeling Powerless – unable to effect change
I have everything I could ever ask for. Home, stable job, food, clean water, clothes, electricity, I live like a fucking KING.
Why do I feel powerless, no matter my efforts, nothing seems to change. Despite my greatest efforts I feel powerless.
SO how do you regain power In your life?
Your daily decisions, not weekly not monthly. Your daily decisions – that can help you regain control.
#Salsa
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#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
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Followers - Finding it difficult to execute lady's styling while dancing with a partner.
This Follower who has been taking ladies styling both in-person and online is able to execute ladies styling solo. However, whenever she dances with a partner she finds it very challenging to incorporate the steps she’s learning in the lady's styling courses
Thoughts? / Help?
The majority of styling classes will only teach you solo styling. And while some of that can be incorporated into partner work, don't expect heaps of wiggle room. When dancing with a leader you're pretty stuck to what they want to do first, and styling comes second.
Lady's styling can be completely inhibited by the leader.
Lady's styling is somewhat dependent on the leader’s skill level. If the leader gives you the freedom to move, perfect. If the leader has a vice grip on your hands? Not perfect.
In salsa there are more 'solo' parts where leaders and followers break apart and start doing shines, in bachata/Kizomba/B-Zouk, to my experience, this is extremely rare.
So, where DO you use it? More when dancing with experienced leaders, since they won't mind when you take 4-8 counts longer to grab their hand when they present it. When the leader frees up one arm because he's doing a turn or somebody movement for himself, you can swing away, or do some footwork for a few counts. On that rare occasion where the leader DOES give you more space and invites you to go wild on a solo part.
So just keep in mind, styling classes are most useful to learn to use your body and the energy you'll get in partner work, but will very rarely be used as actual complete combinations to use on the dance floor.
I believe that it’s a lot easier to incorporate hand styling than foot styling. Both are largely dependent on leads BUT I do believe it’s easier to style with hands. I would practice one kind of styling at a time until it becomes second nature and then introduce something else / learn a new styling technique.
I would also like to throw in that, Styling is something to be added in small touches where it's needed and where it works. I am not trying to limit the follows, but I believe that styling is of the nature where “Less is More”. Styling is something that's done where it's musically relevant, there's space, and when it doesn't take any effort to do.
Try to find a lead that’s willing to let you experiment or one that wants to experiment with you. If you can find a good dance partner, they can give you tips on what feels natural and what doesn’t. I find a lot of styling can be obtrusive to the flow of dance if not timed correctly. Of course, paying attention to your lead is number 1 priority but working on styling can make it look even more fresh. Try to work on quick styling techniques that aren’t too fancy and try to incorporate in different basic moves like a right turn or left turn. Eventually, it will become muscle memory.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
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Followers - Finding it difficult to execute lady's styling while dancing with a partner.
This Follower who has been taking ladies styling both in-person and online is able to execute ladies styling solo. However, whenever she dances with a partner she finds it very challenging to incorporate the steps she’s learning in the lady's styling courses
Thoughts? / Help?
The majority of styling classes will only teach you solo styling. And while some of that can be incorporated into partner work, don't expect heaps of wiggle room. When dancing with a leader you're pretty stuck to what they want to do first, and styling comes second.
Lady's styling can be completely inhibited by the leader.
Lady's styling is somewhat dependent on the leader’s skill level. If the leader gives you the freedom to move, perfect. If the leader has a vice grip on your hands? Not perfect.
In salsa there are more 'solo' parts where leaders and followers break apart and start doing shines, in bachata/Kizomba/B-Zouk, to my experience, this is extremely rare.
So, where DO you use it? More when dancing with experienced leaders, since they won't mind when you take 4-8 counts longer to grab their hand when they present it. When the leader frees up one arm because he's doing a turn or somebody movement for himself, you can swing away, or do some footwork for a few counts. On that rare occasion where the leader DOES give you more space and invites you to go wild on a solo part.
So just keep in mind, styling classes are most useful to learn to use your body and the energy you'll get in partner work, but will very rarely be used as actual complete combinations to use on the dance floor.
I believe that it’s a lot easier to incorporate hand styling than foot styling. Both are largely dependent on leads BUT I do believe it’s easier to style with hands. I would practice one kind of styling at a time until it becomes second nature and then introduce something else / learn a new styling technique.
I would also like to throw in that, Styling is something to be added in small touches where it's needed and where it works. I am not trying to limit the follows, but I believe that styling is of the nature where “Less is More”. Styling is something that's done where it's musically relevant, there's space, and when it doesn't take any effort to do.
Try to find a lead that’s willing to let you experiment or one that wants to experiment with you. If you can find a good dance partner, they can give you tips on what feels natural and what doesn’t. I find a lot of styling can be obtrusive to the flow of dance if not timed correctly. Of course, paying attention to your lead is number 1 priority but working on styling can make it look even more fresh. Try to work on quick styling techniques that aren’t too fancy and try to incorporate in different basic moves like a right turn or left turn. Eventually, it will become muscle memory.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
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SELF DOUBT
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
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#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
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SELF DOUBT
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
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#Socialdancing
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Swallowing Your Pride
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
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#Partnerdancing
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Swallowing Your Pride
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
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Some ways to recover after a night of dancing? Muscles are still sore days after
This individual went to a festival and danced for 3 days straight, and is now sore from all the dancing.
They wanted to know what can they do before and after to help minimize the soreness?
In the exercise and weightlifting community, we call this DOMS. Delayed onset muscle soreness.
It means you're pushing yourself and getting stronger! The best thing to do is to eat well, rest, and continue training. DOMS should stop occurring as your body gets used to the level of work. So stay hydrated, massage the sore areas, and stay active. Spending a couple of hours a couple of times a week social dancing shouldn't be too much for your body to get used to.
Try drinking water before, during, and after dancing. You might be sweating your hydration away. You could also bring electrolyte water or Gatorade to drink throughout the night.
One of the best things you can do is light exercise the day after. Legs are easy because you can just go for a walk. For arms and shoulders, you can do some stretching and simple calisthenics. Stretching will increase your blood flow, decrease soreness, and actually increase your flexibility and range of motion over time.
After a couple of weeks, your body should get used to the dancing
Go walking on a daily basis and if possible implement a weekly weight training program.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
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#Pachanga
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On today's episode, we have the amazing Ms. Mimi Mariposa.
She is from Nashville Tennesse.
She is a Brazilian Zouk dancer, instructor, and organizer for over seven years.
She has a background in Ballroom and Latin Dance.
Childhood – 00:45
Introduction to Social Dancing – 06:20
Beginner Stage in Salsa/Bachata – 10:45
Dealing with Shyness / Overcoming your inhibitions- 15:45
Defensive Dancers – 18:00
How can leaders make their follower feel safe ? – 21:15
Beginner Stage in Brazilian ZOuk - 26:00
What kept you going? – 29:30
Beginner Stage in Teaching – 32:50
Common Issues you see In the B-Zouk Community – 42:00
Lessons Learned – 45:10
Cross Training with B-Zouk – 48:00
Thoughts on Sensual Bachata – 51:24
Is Bzouk sensual ? – 53:12
History of B-Zouk – 1:01:15
Stuck in a rut ? – 1:07:00
Intermediate to Advanced - 1:11:00
What makes for a Good Social vs a Bad Social/dance Party? – 1:16:30
What draws you to B-zouk, what makes it your favorite dance ? – 1:19:40
What makes for a good Lead? 01:25:00
What makes for a good Follow ? 01:26:35
One Tip? - 1:37:45
Social Media Links
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https://www.facebook.com/MimiLaMariposa/
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https://www.instagram.com/mimi_mariposa_zouk/
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
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Insecurities on the Dance Floor? I am not good enough I will never be as good as X person How to deal with your insecurities? 1.Why I made this video? TO discuss Insecurities This is something we all deal with in all facets of our lives. I will tailor this to the dancing scene. 2. I have often found myself thinking: I am not good enough I will never be as good as X person 3. How I would aim to resolve these issues: Ask yourself what is In your control? What do you have power over? Your Actions. Also understand that comparison is the thief of joy. I would also like to say that, your insecurities are something you will always deal with. But as you become more confident and as you put the time and effort into your craft, you build up this level of trust & confidence within yourself. And I also think you start to build this sense of abudance mentality versus scarcity. For me I had this sense of scarcity mindset, thinking The more you do this, the better you become, and the more positive experiences you can draw upon. As a beginner, you may not have as many positive experiences to remember and think about. But after you reach a certain level of skill you can understand that and comprehend that just because this one person may not enjoy dancing with you does not mean someone else wont. You have experienced it firsthand. To sum this video up: YOU will always deal with your insecurities. I deal with them now on the dance floor. But as with anything in life, the better you become at this skill the more confidence you have in yourself. The more trust you have in your capabilities. #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Rueda #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #Ginga #Forro #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
What do followers look for in a good lead ?
As a leader it is your job to protect the follow. People on the sideline see everything, so you want to be more protective in a crowded dance floor. When people see that you are safe to dance with, you get more dances.
I do believe that when surveying a dance floor people can recognize with someone is smiling politely, vs. actually and truly having an amazing time. A genuine smile vs a fake smile.
If a lead can make a follower truly smile and have fun, then hes probably a good lead.
Understand that as a lead when you are dancing you are visually showing everyone your dance resume. People on the sidelines are watching: your moves - are you leading an advanced move at the intro with a new dancer, or are you paying attention to musicality and trying out basic moves first to test the connection and her skill level?
Are you leading three double spins in a row? Does the follower look like she's anticipating and/or backleading? If so, how is the lead handling that? Is the lead paying attention to space? How's his frame? Is the follower compensating for a lack of frame by grabbing him?
Understand this: Followers DO talk about leads. A LOT. They talk about us in the bathroom, in group chats with their other follow friends, as well with their leader friends. they swoon over amazingly smooth and fun new dancers at a social and offer eager recommendations. And they also warn their friends of the leaders to avoid. Followers also understand that sometimes two of them can have different levels of success with the same leader. However, generally, a great lead gives clear, not jerky signals, and leaves very little open to confusion.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
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How to deal with Rejection on the Dance Floor
- Why: I wanted to talk to you all about how to deal with rejection on the dance floor.
- So what happens is: You walk up to somebody who you want to dance with, you are either A: excited or B: a nervous wreck.
- Solutions: Do not act offended, play it off very stoic lack. Act unfazed and unemotional. There could be a plethora of reasons why this person has said no. Maybe they do not like this song, maybe they are tired. Maybe they are too scared or nervous to dance. I personally suffer from low confidence so If I ask you to dance and you say no, I will not ask you again that night. I will ask you again another night, so two times total. If you say no the second time, I will probably wait 2-3 months before I ever ask you again.
- As far as how to say NO or reject a dance offer:
HOW a person says no is important, don't be rude about it, don't be elitist about it.
if you dont wanna dance right now, but maybe later a simple.
"Hey not right now, but I'd love to later!"
If you are shure you dont want to dance with person ever, giving a clear no without giving reason may be more effective.
As I said before: People have a right to refuse any dance for any reason at all
If you’re polite about it, people will still ask you to dance!!
Lastly if someone does not want to dance with you do not worry about them. Focus on the people who do enjoy your company and those that want to dance with. Focus on the positive, especially as a beginner.
This leads me to another point that the more experienced dancers need to treat beginner dancers like glass dolls. Handle with care, you can either be inspirational to them or scare them away and thus never pursue dancing again.
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I am Conscious to go social dancing due to being overweight
This person was conscious because they believe that only the skinny and good looking followers get asked to dance.
Being Overweight, does not mean you cannot be a good dancer. I know plenty of plus sized dancers who are absolutely fabulous on the dance floor. I also know plenty of in shape people who are terrible dancers. Your weight should not hinder your desire to learn
if you are feeling insecure that also brings your energy down and makes you retreat into yourself so you end up not enjoying the dance as much and perhaps giving off nervous and uncomfortable energy. Giving off that energy can make people hesitant to approach you and ask you to dance. And this can turn into a vicious feedback loop. The good news, perhaps, is that it’s something you can change over time.
The key is being a fun partner, and that has nothing to do with your weight and more to do with your attitude. It is all about attitude. It does not matter how hot/fit/pretty you are, if you have a shit attitude you are not going to get asked to dance often and you will definitely not get a second dance with anyone.
When on the dancing scene. Look like you are having fun. Smile. Nothing worse than dancing with a partner who looks like they hate dancing. People will much more enjoy dancing with others who show they enjoy the dance and themselves. Also, when you do go to socials.....don't sit in the furthest corner. Stand/ sit in an area where you will be seen! For the Follows - Ask the guys for a dance. I have never seen a guy reject a dance offer from a woman, no matter the looks.
Something I’ve noticed is that if you are new to a location. The more you show up, the more people become comfortable seeing you, and asking you to dance more often. People would rather dance with people they know are good dancers, so they don't bother with people they're not familiar with.
Start taking group classes where partners rotate. It's a good way to get to know other people. People will want to go to social dances as well and will look for other's to join. That way you won't be alone at a social and it'll be easier to get asked to dance by leads of your group.
If your physical appearance and health is important to you, you definitely should continue dancing as much as possible. Not only is it a great workout but it releases so many good chemicals in your brain! You'll end up feeling better inside and out.
If you are anxious about talking to people, relax. You don’t have to. People are there to dance, not talk. Just smile and nod, ask the usual “how are you what’s your name” questions, and relax and enjoy the dance.
From a leads perspective - I’d much rather dance with someone who is enjoying themselves and knows how to dance than someone who is gorgeous but not a good dancer or in a sour mood.
If you are just a little heavy/overweight - I wouldn’t worry much about it but past some point your weight will unfortunately limit your dancing in several ways. Some patterns like hammer lock become problematic. This is not a criticism of heavier people, it’s just physics. This doesn’t keep me from dancing with them but it requires me adjusting my dancing style and patterns.
In my last dance scene in New Orleans, there are girls (and guys) who are overweight and are definitely considered to be excellent and sought-after dancers. So if your sole reason to stop dancing is because you think you first need to lose weight, then I don't think that you should. Continue improving your dancing!
Side Note: Also learn to switch roles. Leads that learn to follow are better leads. Follows that learn to lead are better follows. Being a more rounded dancer ensures you will always have someone who would enjoy a dance with you.
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Best Colognes for Men, Best Fragrances For the Social Dance Floor
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Italian Caramel Inspired By Xerjoff Italica - 00:21
L'Homme Prada Intense - 00:51
Haramain Portfolio Neroli Canvas Spray - 01:33
moschino toy boy - 2:00
VALENTINO UOMO INTENSE - 02:29
bleu de chanel - 03:20
The Most Wanted Azzaro - 04:10
Sauvage by Dior - 04:53
Kiehls Musk - 05:29
Side Effect Initio Parfums Prives - 06:15
Y Le Parfum Yves Saint Laurent - 07:23
XJ 1861 Naxos Xerjoff - 08:16
La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique Yves Saint Laurent - 09:20
Ardent Boadicea the Victorious - 10:17
Absolute Aphrodisiac Initio Parfums Prives - 11:19
Eros Versace - 12:10
Dapper Fragrances - Tom Ford - Oud Wood - 13:10
Dapper Fragrances - Margiela - At The Barber's - 13:47
Triple Vanilla Dream Cocoapink - 14:37
Fath Pour L'Homme Jacques Fath - 15:25
Top 3 Fragrances - 16:09
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What moves and in which order should I teach my friends?
proper technique is the best gift you can give your friends. having to unlearn bad habits, can be very difficult and very dishearting.
There is a youtube Channel Called salsaventura. He has something he calls the six turn system. He explains that 80% of moves are based on six techniques (inside, outside, cross body inside/outside, enchufla, reverse cross body). You can do those turns with different handholds (single, both hands, handshake hold, right above, left above). In theory understanding this gets you 30 different moves. Then as a lead you can learn to do all the turns yourself to give the follow a break. I think that’s the best way for beginners to get going.
After that I think you could learn cuddle position, hammerlock, copa, around the world. I think that’s a solid intermediate dancer if you know all those things.
Also definitely add in some safety tips (peripheral vision, Safety is the responsibility of the leader, dance in your box or lane)
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Superiority and Gatekeeping
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what is your biggest turn off in social dancing?
For me it’s “dead eyes”. Dead, unengaged eyes. The look of somebody who is completely uninterested and completely bored with the dance. This can be very disheartening to your partner, if you visually look bored/apathetic/disinterested in the dance.
Backleading.
As either role, feeling their thumbs, esp if they’re squeezing. There are some handholds that allow for feeling thumbs, but the newbies squeeze. If you know, you know.
As a lead. It's very challenging when the follow has the tension and frame of a wet noodle. A great frame is light-medium with elasticity (think like a rubber band).
On the opposite end of the spectrum. The worst experience for followers is usually very soft leads. When there is zero tension or direction, and then follow is forced to back lead because they completely directionless otherwise.
Some of the best advice ive heard for followers is that. If a follower is not sure what the lead is asking, They should do nothing (or just continue to do the basic step). In a beginner class, if a lead doesn’t lead something clearly The follower should do nothing. If they lead feels like they need to tell the follower what she was “supposed” to do, very kindly say something along the lines of “then lead that. That’s your job, to learn to lead it without words”. If you are feeling more patient, say something less snarky like “Oh, I didn’t feel that lead.” Feel nothing, do nothing.
It's also challenging when the follow does so much flashy styling that it interferes with her timing/the lead. Less is usually more
Lack of spacial awareness. Everyone bumps into someone every now and then, but a lead who keeps trying to lead super showy moves on a crowded floor and keeps crashing me into other dancers is frustrating
Leaders trying to touch the followers face/head or pulling their head closer to theirs (and I don’t mean leading head rolls and such). This can feel way too intimate for some follows.
leaders who are significantly shorter than the follow who try dips or other styling that just doesn’t work with the height difference .
In salsa - the leaders who throw you around like a rag doll for the whole duration of the song. Non-stop spins and turns and tricks. And the whole time your arm is about to come out of its socket because they use so much force
Super advanced leaders who just do shines the whole time instead of leading and trying to create a good dance for the both the lead and follow.
when a leader does fancy move after fancy move without breaks, when they don't give proper signals/preparation, and when they blame you for not being able to do the move.
When Somebody is truly off beat, but they are blaming you and saying you are off beat.
Flirting or being overtly sexual during the dance. I don't mind flirting if it's done while we're standing on the side not dancing but during the dance, that's what I'm exclusively focused on.
Biggest turn-off: Poor attitude (e.g. no smiling/emoting, lack of eye contact, acting bored).
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what is your biggest turn off in social dancing?
For me it’s “dead eyes”. Dead, unengaged eyes. The look of somebody who is completely uninterested and completely bored with the dance. This can be very disheartening to your partner, if you visually look bored/apathetic/disinterested in the dance.
Backleading.
As either role, feeling their thumbs, esp if they’re squeezing. There are some handholds that allow for feeling thumbs, but the newbies squeeze. If you know, you know.
As a lead. It's very challenging when the follow has the tension and frame of a wet noodle. A great frame is light-medium with elasticity (think like a rubber band).
On the opposite end of the spectrum. The worst experience for followers is usually very soft leads. When there is zero tension or direction, and then follow is forced to back lead because they completely directionless otherwise.
Some of the best advice ive heard for followers is that. If a follower is not sure what the lead is asking, They should do nothing (or just continue to do the basic step). In a beginner class, if a lead doesn’t lead something clearly The follower should do nothing. If they lead feels like they need to tell the follower what she was “supposed” to do, very kindly say something along the lines of “then lead that. That’s your job, to learn to lead it without words”. If you are feeling more patient, say something less snarky like “Oh, I didn’t feel that lead.” Feel nothing, do nothing.
It's also challenging when the follow does so much flashy styling that it interferes with her timing/the lead. Less is usually more
Lack of spacial awareness. Everyone bumps into someone every now and then, but a lead who keeps trying to lead super showy moves on a crowded floor and keeps crashing me into other dancers is frustrating
Leaders trying to touch the followers face/head or pulling their head closer to theirs (and I don’t mean leading head rolls and such). This can feel way too intimate for some follows.
leaders who are significantly shorter than the follow who try dips or other styling that just doesn’t work with the height difference .
In salsa - the leaders who throw you around like a rag doll for the whole duration of the song. Non-stop spins and turns and tricks. And the whole time your arm is about to come out of its socket because they use so much force
Super advanced leaders who just do shines the whole time instead of leading and trying to create a good dance for the both the lead and follow.
when a leader does fancy move after fancy move without breaks, when they don't give proper signals/preparation, and when they blame you for not being able to do the move.
When Somebody is truly off beat, but they are blaming you and saying you are off beat.
Flirting or being overtly sexual during the dance. I don't mind flirting if it's done while we're standing on the side not dancing but during the dance, that's what I'm exclusively focused on.
Biggest turn-off: Poor attitude (e.g. no smiling/emoting, lack of eye contact, acting bored).
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Top 3 Reasons to Learn Kizomba
Reason Number 1: The Music - 00:00:16
Reason Number 2: The connection with your partner and the music - 00:00:51
Reason Number 3: Learning a new skill - 00:02:35
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Should I learn Salsa and Bachata at the same time?
I recommend it. In my experience people who often wait too long to start learning the other dance at the social often end up not learning it and just sitting on the sidelines when all the other songs play.
It may be slightly more overwhelming at the beginning, but not too much and your brain will adjust quickly. I had two left feet when I started dancing, and while I did struggle a bit initially I am now super grateful that I stuck with both dances from the beginning.
Salsa and Bachata are pretty much played at each other’s respective socials now. And even when you eventually go to congresses, they’ll most likely have both Salsa and Bachata. If your scene is large enough you may find socials that only do specific dances but most likely your scene is smaller and they will play everything.
One thing that helps, a ton of bachata moves translate pretty easily to salsa.
The more dances you learn, the better a dancer you’ll become. It’s like learning new dialects in a chosen language.
So I highly recommend you learn both at the same time. Especially because you can take a break from one and practice the other. I would say that they also enhance each other by doing them together. Your sense of musicality and your instincts to move your body and have good frame will be greatly improved with salsa. And that will carry into bachata and vice versa.
But I want to add that specifically for leads: In the beginner stage you may become frustrated. Trying to learn two dances can be difficult. I’ve seen many guys stop after one year of not learning fast enough. I wouldn’t take it lightly: learning to lead properly can be pretty rough the first year. So please keep this in mind when you become frustrated. It is just apart of the learning process.
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I feel like I bore the followers I dance with.
He has been dancing for 3 months. When he is social dancing he runs out of dance moves. How can he make the dance more interesting for the follow?
Followers should understand that everyone was a beginner at some point.
A lot of follows do not care about how many skills you know, as long as you’re both having fun! If your face looks bored, then it's hard to enjoy. If you're enjoying the dance, so is the follow. Sometimes it's really nice to have a dance with more beginner moves, after you had a couple of advanced dances. The follows need time to breath. Don't worry, keep dancing and HAVE FUN.
A lot of beginners believe that it is the amount of patters you know that separates dancers. In my opinion this is not true. People will do 4 or 5 things and just add variations on top of it so it looks and feels different.
The pro tip is to focus a lot more on musicality and less on moves; people can appreciate when they see that you are interpreting the song instead of just repeating moves that you memorized.
Try to take the moves you have, add variations, break them into pieces, extend them and play with them so it matches the song
Some of the most important moves are 1: Staying on beat and on time. If your basic step is IN TIME with the music and you always know how to "find the 1", then that's going to make the dance enjoyable by default.
2: If you execute a: basic steps, cross body leads, reverse cross body lead, around the world, cross body lead turn, cross body lead turn to wraparound. If you can do these you're good.
Shines are a great way to make the dance more interesting. Shines allow you the opportunity to break apart from your dance partner and freestyle this can be very simple, something like a few turns or maybe a Susie Q, or even just your basic step. If you listen for a bridge in a song you can break off and allow the follower to have a bit of fun then link up with a cross body Lead. Side note: Not all follows enjoy shines, some get lost like a deer in headlights.
Finally please understand that as a lead you are going to have a hard time at the beginning. There are simply too many things you are learning. This causes you to look stressed and feel stressed and this is what follows are reacting to. It’s not the complexity of your patterns.
So as others have said, try to relax, don’t try too hard, and focus on musicality, shines, interaction with your dance partner. Improve the mood of the experience
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How long did you stay at the beginner level when you started dancing? This person is starting to feel discouraged because they believe that they are learning too slowly. They have been dancing for 1 year. I want to start out by saying that Skill Level in Social Dancing is relative. Meaning you could be the best dancer at your school/socials/city/state. But as we all know, just take one look on Social Media, and you will see amazing dancers from all around the world. Please remember, Comparison is the Thief of Joy. Please compare yourself first and foremost to yourself in the past, not to others. But I do believe as we dance longer, I think we naturally mellow out about levels. There is no end to being a beginner. You should always feel like you can continue to learn. I ask all my guest on the podcast, what does it take to go from Intermediate to Advanced Dancer. And guess what they tell me. Focus on the Basics. The dancers who start thinking they're advanced are the ones who stop growing, The Dancers who believe that being known in their local scene means they're objectively good. Also do know and remember there is no clear-cut consensus on what is a beginner/intermediate/advanced. What is an Advanced Dancer in one city, could be intermediate in another city. Dancing isn't about being the best dancer, it's about being the best version of yourself Lastly here are some quick tips if you want to improve Faster: 1. Whatever Dance style you dance, Listen to that music Genre Often. Like all the time, as much as possible. Becoming accustomed to the music genre will make you a better dancer. This is easier to do if you actually enjoy the music. 2. Practice, practice, practice. As amazing as your teacher maybe it’s your hours on the dance floor that will help you improve. Practice at the home, solo, or with a partner. Put in the work! #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Dance #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #RetroZouk #Ginga #Bolero #Forro #Lamba #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
Fabrice Labrana aka “Fabbreezy
Who is a Dancer, choreographer, artistic director, trainer, and event producer.
He has danced alongside renowned artists such as: Mariah Carey, George Michael, Robbie Williams, Chris Brown and Matt Pokora.
in international films (Step Up 3, Street, Dance 3D).
Introductions: 0:00
Childhood – 01:10
How has Guadalupe Changed? – 05:05
France vs Guadalupe – 08:10
Growing up in France – 10:20
Hip hop in France – 12:10
Dance – 14:00 ?
Good vs Excellent Dancers – 17:40?
Imitation vs Creativity – 21:10
24:00 open the fridge
Finding your own voice – 25:10
How has dancing helped him – 27:40
Negativity - 31:50
Social Media Impact – 44:00
57:00 – One tip
On Today's Episode, we have the incredible Mr. Marcelo Alcaraz
Who is a world champion Bachata Dancer, Instructor and Performer.
He Started Dancing Tango in 2003. Salsa in 2004.
Born in Argentina, Currently Lives in Lithuania.
Intro / Childhood - 0:00
How has Argentina Changed – 3:44
What is the dance culture like in Argentina – 4:57
Tango in Argentina – 06:55
Beginner Stage in Salsa – 11:15
Are Dancers Better in 2022 than in the 2002? - 14:10
Becoming a Full time Dancer – 16:53
Being Homeless in Buenos Aires – 23:12
His Mentality While Homeless – 27:13
What does it take to become a full time dancer? – 32:52
What made him successful? – 34:23
Becoming a World Champion Dancer – 38:50
Advice for Beginner Bachata Dancers – 44:50
What makes for a Good Follower? – 50:42
One Tip ? – 54:10
Outro - 55:50
Social Media
https://www.instagram.com/marcelobachata
https://www.nextlevelbachata.com/tricks
https://www.facebook.com/marcelo.alcaraz1
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I like somebody in my Dance Class
There is nothing particular in salsa that would make the situation any different in terms of how to ask someone out, the only thing that salsa is giving you is a chance to meet ppl and to start a conversation. So with that said my advice is to not be weird about it, just start a conversation, get their number/Facebook/Instagram and if they seem interested in getting to know you then ask them out. If you get a no then just continue with your life and don't push it or be a dick about it
it is easier if you do it on a social rather than after class but it is still possible
Build up a friendly relationship with them and eventually ask “hey let me know if you ever want to grab a coffee or [insert other activity idea] outside of class some time”. If they says no, let it go.
If they are not interested, drop it COMPLETELY. That way you can continue to dance at the same venue without feeling awkward. If they ever change their mind, they can come back and say let’s grab that coffee. But if that doesn't happen, forget trying to advance that relationship .
Please keep this in mind, There is NOTHING WRONG WITH being attracted to someone. No matter what anyone says, you are being a normal human being. Being attracted to someone does NOT make you a creep. It's called 'life' It might work out, it might not.
If it doesn't work out, you've got to prepare for the social friction that will result. You might not be able to dance with that person again if the humiliation of romantic failure is too acute.
Then again, what happens if it works out? And you get married, have babies, and start a family.
You need to ask yourself - what do you want most - a hot date, or to be a good dancer? They can't be the same priority. You have to choose what you want most. That choice will inform your romantic decisions.
If you want a date try to organize a post class happy hour. Also get to know as many dancers as possible to learn when and where house parties might happen. Volunteer at dance events! Pick up garbage, clean the floor, get to know EVERY-ONE.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
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#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
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How to "feel" the rhythm / How to improve their musical interpretation
Whatever music genre you are dancing to, Listen to that music genre often !
As you become more familiar and comfortable with that genre of music, you will start to notice when the songs change energy. Maybe the feel is more sensual or the beat disappears, or you notice more 8th & 16th counts that feel more energetic, etc. Then you can start paying attention to the flow of the singer or the lead guitar and it adds another element you can match your dance to. Don't focus on all of these elements at once, it's too much to implement and can be overwhelming, and frankly requires knowing the song very well. Instead, focus on changing the energy of your techniques to match the energy of the song as these energy changes typically happen very predictably.
You should also Count. You don't need any musical talent to do an 8 count. It will keep you on time with the music. Plus you are training your brain to associate where your feet should be stepping.
When you find a song you love, listen to it as often as possible. While listening to it, visualize leading someone through a dance. The great thing about visualizing is that you are a perfect lead in your head and your partner follows everything perfectly.
Repeatedly listening to a song also helps you become more familiar with the cues in the song that indicate an energy change.
Next, watch some videos for ideas - just do a search for your favorite songs on YouTube . I'd be a little careful in who you select to watch,
Watching these videos isn't to help you learn techniques you don't know yet, but more to help you figure out what parts of the music people play with and how they change a basic technique to do that. Also, keep in mind that many of these dances are choreographed/rehearsed, so some of their chosen musicality may be difficult to implement socially.
Take more musicality/body movement workshops. if you have a good foundation with body movements it will definitely show in your dancing because you look more fluid and less robotic.
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#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
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#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
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On Todays episode we have the amazing Ilias Benz.
He is a Salsa Performer, Dancer and Instructor.
He opened his first dance school in 2004, Baila Productions
He currently runs 3 separate dance schools in the Greater Region of Montreal.
On this episode we talk about:
A video with a million views - 0:00
Self Defense Salsa – 1:00
Two Left Feet Podcast – 02:30
Why did those videos gain 1 million views? 06:45
His Background – 10:40
His Beginner Stage in Salsa – 11:30
Should you join a performance team? – 13:40
What to do if you are plateauing in Social Dance – 14:30
Do you need to know 1000 turn patterns? - 16:40
Stage Fright – 24:00
Boring Dance Performances -26:50
Art That makes you forget you exist – 28:24
Hilarious Story Time – 28:54
Chasing the Dragon – 33:05
Falling in Love on the Dance Floor – 34:20
Advice on Running/Owning a Dance Studio – 40:00
Life on Guam - 42:30
High level Followers – 55:45
How a Follower can Take back Control/Power – 56:15
Relax – 58:05
Is the lady smiling when you dance with her ? – 01:01:25
So you think you are good ? – 01:02:40
Appreciation and Value - 1:05:26
Covid in Guam – 01:07:02
Influx of New Teachers on Social Media – 01:10:23
Advice for being stuck in a beginners rut – 01:17:31
Brazilian jiu-jitsu Intermission – 01:22:19
Musicality - 01:31:51
Good Social VS bad Social – 01:34:33
One tip – 01:35:50
It’s the followers fault – 01:37:50
Its always the leads fault – 01:39:10
Outro – 01:43:11
Social Media Links
https://www.facebook.com/BailaProductions/
https://bailaproductions.com/en/
https://www.instagram.com/bailaproductions/
https://www.youtube.com/c/Bailaproductionstv/videos
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
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#Pachanga
#Lambada
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Snippet From the Interview with Ilias Benz
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Tips for better following
Follower has been told that she anticipates moves.
When you're practicing, ask your partner to sometimes throw in other moves as well! Preferably that starts somewhat the same. Try not to practice choreographies you see in classes in their entirety, but just their individual parts.
Or you could even try practicing with a blindfold on. Obviously, ask the lead, someone you trust, to do this only basic steps and easy turns in a safe, well lit location where it’s just you and the lead on the floor. Try with and without music.
Attending socials and dancing with different leads will help. Particularly if you see new faces or leads who learned elsewhere.
I think something that's quite important psychologically for following to really work is trusting the leader and letting go of control. It's why the role is called following - you're not the one calling the shots. You're going along with what the leader is doing. This requires comfort, vulnerability, feeling safe. Those are not easy things to have especially starting off dancing with complete strangers who are clueless as well. So remind yourself of that and give yourself time to acclimate.
Now another aspect of it has to do with the quality of communication between leader and follower. Part of why you're predicting moves may be because of a poor ambiguous signal of a move from the leader. That's something that can only be determined by dancing with solid leaders. So ensure that in classes the instructor leads you through a move a few times so you know what it should feel like.
Another part may be that you've got to work on your framing, body control and positioning. This is basically what sets you up to be lead appropriately. If you're too loose, it'll be like trying to get cooked spaghetti to dance, it just goes everywhere. If you're too stiff it's like trying to move something really heavy across the floor which sometimes jerks around or gets stuck.
From what I've seen, the best followers are excellent at shines and I believe that's because it gives them a solid amount of body control and positioning and a good understanding of what a person would need to have their body moved as they know how to move their own body. So I really recommend working on shines. If I was to start dancing anew - I'd prioritize shines over partnerwork. I'd film the instructor, practice solo, film myself, compare videos and slowly pick one thing at a time to fix about my movement and work on it.
Another common thing I found in my area with the best followers is that they did private lessons with a well-known specialist in teaching following. If there's someone like that in your area, it'd probably be a good idea to do a few lessons. Ask the good follows in your area and see what they say.
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#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
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How to politely tell leads they are not leading right?
Follower was nervous to dance with a particular lead, due to him almost hurting her during a pattern. She also complained about the lead squeezing her hand too tight.
Pain or danger of getting hurt warrants clear communication. Point it out in a direct manner and if you can, right after it happens- sometimes an "ouch" will suffice with the hand squeezing.
Don't be shy about it! There is no need to be nervous about protecting your physical integrity.
During lessons you should and are expected to provide feedback to the leads. It’s a fundamental part of their learning process.
Now, I want to make a distinction between differences in opinion and comfort. If it’s painful then he should listen to you, period. There’s no argument. You should never be feeling pain. If you are, your lead is doing something wrong - even when you as a follow do so something wrong it’s the lead’s responsibility to prevent you harm, always
On the topic of hand squeezing, this is something I am dealing with as an experienced lead with beginner follows. I guess this is just an issue with beginners. You can say something like “Hi, when you lead, you squeeze my hand and it makes me uncomfortable and it hurts. Can you please not do that again?”
Be direct. Your safety in dancing, especially as a follow since you’re have less control, is greater than the lead’s feelings. If they can’t accept it, don’t dance with them, or tell your instructor. Or if being direct is too much for you, tell the teacher and have them handle it for you.
I will say as a leader I WANT feedback about my dancing. So please do not withhold your opinion. Unless it’s negative, don’t tell me that. Tell me how good I was and how amazing of a time you had J
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#Dance
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#Zouk
#Passada
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#Ginga
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On Today's Episode, we have the amazing and wonderful Ms. Stella Anastasaki
She is a Kizomba y Bachata Instructor in Greece.
She specializes in Ladies' Styling and Afro styles.
She was born and raised inChaniá, Greece.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood - 1:20
How was she introduced to Kizomba - 03:40
Why does she enjoy Kizomba - 10:45
Musicality - 17:50
How to improve yoru musicaltiy - 19:55
Lessons Learned From Dancing - 21:40
Kizomba Scene in Greece - 26:00
Stuck in a beginners Rut - 32:35
Advice for Teachers - 35:30
Common Mistakes From students - 38:30
What makes for a Good Leader ? - 42:40
What Makes for a Good Follower ? - 46:40
How to be present when dancing - 48:21
Intermediate to Advanced - 50:30
A Good Social vs a Bad Social = 52:10
Shoutouts - 55:00
Final Words - 58:25
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/estrella_kizz/
https://www.facebook.com/people/Stella-Anastasaki/100010247293668/
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
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Where to look while dancing?
Where should I look while dancing? In the eyes of the follower? Or just don't overthink and keep it natural.
Try to keep your head up and have a mixture of of connecting with follower and intentionally scanning your surroundings to make sure you aren’t dancing into anyone/anything and no one dances into you. Connection with follow can be a brief smile, quick scan of surroundings, then a smile again, broken up of course by your turn patterns and other moves, in which case you are looking in the direction you are leading the follow, ready to adjust course as needed.
If looking at their eyes feels too much like staring into their soul, you can look between the eyebrows, or at the nose
Remember you ALSO use your eyes to lead, so if you're going to move to the left maybe look to the left for the moment to indicate that's where the dance will go.
The best leaders are enjoying the dance and music, and are trying to make sure I'm enjoying it too! You can tell when they are smiling authentically, and their partner is like an extension of their enjoyment of the music. Personally, when I'm really having fun I don't even think about where I'm looking.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
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On Today's Episode we have the amazingly talents Mr. Stephane Kizomba
He is a Urban Kizomba Dancer and Teacher based in France.
In this episode, we talk about:
His Childhood – 0:30
Lessons Learned from Taekwondo – 03:00
How has France Changed – 04:15
Introduction to Dancing – 07:10
Beginner stage in Kizomba – 08:40
Do not give up – 09:50
Leveling up – 11:20
Skin Color – 12:50
Urban Kiz in Paris – 14:20
Urban Kiz vs Kizomba – 16:05
Skill Level of the Instructors in Paris – 17:45
Social Dancing Scene in Paris – 19:30
Practice Time – 24:50
Qualities of a Good Follower – 30:20
Why does he love Kizomba – 32:00
Beginner Stage in Teaching – 33:30
Frame for a Leader – 36:10
Kizomba Basic Step & Weight Transfer – 38:25
What Makes for a good Lead – 41:15
Musicality – 43:50
One Tip – 46:45
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/stephane_kizomba/
https://www.instagram.com/stephane_agls/
https://www.instagram.com/stephane.annika/
https://www.facebook.com/Stephane.Agls
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
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Can you forget how to dance if you take a break?
If they take a break, stop dancing for the next year, will they forget everything they learned?
Initially, it depends on how long you have been dancing.
6 months or less of training and you will probably forget most of the moves you learned. You probably will not forget things like how to step on the beat, your basic step, or the basic technique.
So yes, you will forget parts of it. Not everything of course. You will learn faster when you return, though, as things you already knew once, come back quicker.
I think it could be safe to assume that most skills are like riding a bike. You do not completely forget how, you might forget the routines or specific patterns. But they should come back after a couple of dances.
If you are unable to dance for an extended amount of time, it does not have to be all or nothing. I do not advocate for skipping all socials/classes and forgetting about it, but do what's possible for you, and just also practice a bit on your own and listen to the music. Going to classes, or socials, or doing some practice at home from time will help. The more the better of course, but even just once a month will help.
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#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
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Social Dancing Burnout?
This person has been social dancing for the past 5 years, and they consider themselves at an advanced level.
Lately, I've been experiencing a bit of monotony with social dancing.
They are starting to feel that all the socials are more or less the same. Same people, same songs, same patterns, etc. They go to dance class 4x week.
Try mixing up your class training with some cross-training. Ballet, jazz, contemporary, afro-Cuban, hip hop, whacking, popping, etc.
Humans crave new things all the time, and you can avoid burnout by giving your body something new to chew on. Be a beginner again; it’s wonderful with the right attitude.
And the beautiful thing is…it will all still help your salsa in the end.
Don’t be too hard on yourself. It’s ok to take a step back and see how it is. It is okay to try out a different dance style.
It's probably good to think about the reasons a bit more deeply. Why do you need new people? Why do you need new songs? Why do you need new patterns? What are you lacking?
If you live in a small place with very few places to dance. That's how you know you need to start traveling and going to festivals. I highly recommend going to festivals. That’s such an energy and inspiration boost. And it will open your eyes to the potential, to the level you can aim to. Going to festivals and start meeting teachers from other cities/countries and learning from the very famous teachers you'll discover that the very high level you thought you have is not so high. Realizing that you still have room to grow and learn will bring your passion back and will open a whole new world of dance for you. You might even want to move cities to somewhere with a better dance scene
If the dance scene around you is not engaging enough, start your own projects. Get a group of like-minded dancers and meet weekly to practice. Once the ball is rolling you can invite some good instructors now and then. If your scene is not that big a handful of motivated dancers can make all the difference
Have you considered joining a team? Usually, they will dedicate more time to body movement drills and styling/technique and will help fine-tune the moves you already know.
#Salsa
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#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
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#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
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#Bolero
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On Today's Episode, we have the incredible Ms. Danielle Fontaine
She is a salsa choreographer and Instructor.
She was born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan.
She is the director and Choreographer For Dance Team GWEPA.
She started dancing Salsa in 2009 in Peru
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood – 1:10
Life after High school / Peru – 4:50
Regina, Saskatchewan vs Peru – 7:00
Beginner Stage in Salsa – 11:10
Dancing and Latin Music in Peru – 12:20
Classes in a dance school vs club lessons – 18:00
Director and Choreographer – 32:18
Greatest Impact – 38:00
What she wished she knew – 45:35
Quality vs. Quantity – 50:16
Lessons Learned -56:20
Beginner Advice – 59:55
Intermediate to Advanced – 1:02:30
One Tip – 1:05:40
Her new Dance Studio – 1:08:40
Social Media Links
https://www.facebook.com/danielle.font.52
https://www.instagram.com/dani.marie.f/
https://www.collectivestudiosregina.com/
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#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
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On Today's Episode, we have the incredible Claudio Osdomomento.
He is an Mozambique Afrobeats y Kizomba Dancer.
In this episode we talk about:
Mozambique – 1:00
Pandza – 04:50
How Has Social Media Affected Mozambique – 11:30
Dancing - 14:21
AfroBeats – 16:45
What Skills Can you transfer from Afrobeats to Kizomba? - 19:15
Kizomba Teachers in Mozambique – 21:50
How Popular is Kizomba in Mozambique? – 23:00
Salsa/Bachata in Mozambique – 24:41
Beginner Stage in Kizomba – 27:00
What is Frame and how do you improve it – 29:30
Advice for followers - 33:40 –
Musicality – 37:25
Lessons Learned – 40:50
Learning to Teach – 43:40
Age is nothing but a number - 45:30
The Basic Step in Kizomba / Weight Transfer – 46:50
One Tip – 50:35
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Jealousy and Insecurity with Significant other social dancing.
in a relationship, both parties are allowed to feel how they want to feel. It takes open honest communication between people to find a happy ground that both are comfortable with. What that looks like depends on the individuals involved. Some couples have a no sensual dance rule, others prefer not to know about what their partner does on the dance floor.
Everyone is different and the only way to get over those differences is to talk it out.
Dancing is something important to you, or whatever hobby you enjoy. No one should ever sacrifice their hobbies and individual identity to be with someone! If you have to stop being yourself to be with someone then that person is NOT for you.
Becoming a good dancer takes time and effort. It is not a hobby you can do once or twice a year.
It is understandable if you are unwilling to give up your primary hobby because of someone else's preferences, regardless of whether they are driven by their culture, their personal insecurities, or something else. It is not about being a jerk or insensitive to your partner's feelings. If they are not happy with you dancing or any hobby, they are probably not a good fit for you.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#CapeVerde
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How to develop more natural body movement?
This Lead, has been dancing Salsa for the past 8 months and he feels that His body movement is still very robotic
The non-glamorous answer is 'practice'. Of course, being systematic about it will help and prevent you from spinning your wheels.
Start with your basic as your baseline. Meanwhile, practice various body isolations, namely shoulders, rib cage and hips. Then build on your basic.
Add on shoulders, then rib cage, hips, etc...
If you try to do too much at once, your body won't be able to coordinate, which is why I suggest adding in one body isolation at a time. Eventually your body will get used to the new movement and muscle memory will slowly kick in.
Body movement practice takes a lot of time, so be patient with it. Doing this practice daily will guarantee results. Even better if you started recording yourself for even more progress and humility.
You can of course record yourself with a partner. But I suggest also recording yourself dancing solo since your focus will be more on your body movement and less on trying to be a good lead/follow for your partner. Freeing up your headspace to concentrate on your own movement is the idea.
In my opinion, become less robotic just comes with time and practice. As you become more familiar and accustomed to dancing. Your body will automatically pick up the social cues, of things you like.
Meaning when you see a lead who you admire, you will automatically notice the things you feel you are lacking. If he is fluid in motion, you will notice what he does, and you will attempt to implement those things into your repertoire.
People underestimate the importance of practicing your basic, all salsa moves stem from a strong foundation of a basic. Many people think "practice makes perfect" is a good motto but realistically "practice makes permanent". Nobody will practice with perfect form at the start, but the idea is that to improve you need feedback. Doing the same thing over and over without feedback can create bad habits.
This is why I advocate attending body movement specific workshops and classes at monthly socials or at festivals and congresses. Or you can take shines/footwork classes, regardless of the level and just focus on shoulders, hips, etc... Whatever you want to improve. This will give you the opportunity to have feedback from an instructor. Or also take private classes; there is no better way to improve.
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#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
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#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
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How to be productive in practice sessions with my partner?
This couple struggles to give each other feedback. Wanted to know how to have a productive practice session?
When they practice together, they are struggling to NOT become irritated with each other, for various reasons.
I'm not an expert but I definitely believe partners can work through any issues if they are committed.
1. Focus on one or two things only in each practice session that you both can control within your own dancing, and give and receive feedback only on that thing. Works best when it is a technique item from a recent lesson. Agree to each other's items before starting practice and hold each other to it.
2. I think I would stop giving feedback on how I thought they lead or follow - the information was always better coming from the coach.
3. If you do not understand your partner's feedback or you are unable to implement it. Put it on a list for the coach for your next lesson or to ask an advanced dancer for advice if isn’t coach wasn't available for a while. That way your partner doesn't feel that their feedback goes unnoticed.
4. Mixed up your practice sessions - some days do stamina work like rounds, other days do a side-by-side practice, or go to a pilates class together, other days work on musicality. This variety can help remove the sense of having the same interpersonal problems day in and day out.
5. Like I said earlier but I feel it's very important to write down your feedback very specifically, then both of you go to your teachers TOGETHER and have them help you troubleshoot. What could possibly frustrate you two for hours, a good coach/teacher can troubleshoot in 15 minutes.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
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#Dance
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Does learning from youtube videos create bad habits?
The answer is both yes and no. This video, I will argue it from both sides.
If your main goal is to become familiar/comfortable with the basic step. Online Videos can be a great help. If you are goal is to become proficient in partner dancing, Then you need in person classes.
I prefer in person classes, since you can ask about anything that comes up,
Online Pre-recorded Videos, You do not have the ability to question the instructor.
But I will say it doesn't hurt for you to go through a few videos and learn the basics. Obviously, if you're by yourself, it's impossible to learn the partner work.
Online videos only show a limited pre-scripted angle of dancing. It doesn't have the adaptive, flexibility of a teacher, the nuance of partner dancing and opportunities of class learning.
It should be SUPPLEMENTARY to taking classes, not a replacement.
If you watch a beginner video by a good and reputable teacher you are good. Initially you may even learn more than in the class because you can replay and practice at your own pace. BUT Still going to class is important to understanding the theory, and of course ask questions.
Watching videos does run the risk of creating bad habits. If you are a beginner and you try to learn intermediate/advanced techniques, This can lead to bad habits, Because you do not have a good understanding of the basic underlying fundamentals that lead to the more advanced techniques.
If you are curious what is the best use of your time, then you should pursue whatever is the most fun, it will get you past the beginners hump quicker and be more entertaining.
#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#CapeVerde
#Caribbean
#Pachanga
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#Dance
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On today's episode, we have the amazing and incredible Ms. Devon Near-Hill
She is a Brazilian Zouk Instructor.
She has a background in bellydance, ballet, salsa, and modern dance.
She currently lives in California.
She started dancing B-zouk back in 2014.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood – 1:00
Belly dancing – 6:00
Training to become an actor – 14:00
Beginner Stage in Salsa – 17:30
Social Dancing vs Classes -
Leading vs following: 22:00
Introduction Brazilian Zouk – 27:00
Safety for Follows – 30:33
Gilson Damasco – 34:00
History of Brazilian Zouk – 36:00
Jerry Lai – 40:00
Traits of a Good lead – 42:00
Efficient Follow – 43:30
Lessons Learned – 45:30
Followers influence on a dance – 47:30
Intermediate to advance – 50:30
Musicality – 52:00
Sensual bachata – 54:30
Common Mistakes – 59:30
One tip – 1:03:00
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/devonandjerry/
https://devonandjerry.com/
https://www.devonnearhill.com/
https://www.instagram.com/devonsandrika
Question and Answer for 03 MAR 2022 Is it ok to start learning social dancing in order to meet the opposite sex? IMO There’s nothing wrong with doing social dancing to meet the opposite sex. If you want dating prospects you have to leave the house and do things. One of the uses for dancing is social networking and creating a romantic connection. (A dance can also be platonic). There is going to be a plethora of white knights who protest and say “if you are taking dance classes to just impress the ladies, please find another hobby”. I completely disagree with that. I see dance classes as an opportunity to find somebody who also enjoys the same hobby as you. People are often so quick to jump to the negative, but what about the positive experiences? I met my last GF through social dancing, and I am super happy and grateful for the time we spent together. If I were to give advice to somebody who is looking to meet the opposite sex from dance classes, I will say this. “If you want to meet and attract the opposite sex, become good at something. That is an EASY Way to become attractive. If you can focus on becoming proficient at a skill, attractiveness will come as a byproduct. This does not apply to every skill/hobby. But luckily for you, it does apply to social dancing. The best dancers have lines of people wanting to dance with them. There is something about watching an individual excel at their craft, its almost mesmerizing, inspiring. Why is it? I think its because we understand that this person has dedicated time and effort to become who they are. I believe they everyone understands on a basic level, that anything worth something, you have to work for. And so when we are able to find someone who is good at a skill, we understand that this person has good traits and qualities that we admire. This is why people love professional athletes, yes they are physically gifted, but they have also dedicated years of their life to a specific skillset. And if you are not a fan of sports, think about your favorite movie actor or film director. This people have dedicated their lives to their craft. Anyone can turn on a camera and press record. Only the greats have the ability to hold your attention. I say all this to say, Get good at your dreams, desires, wants, and I believe everything else in life will fall Into place. Next question This BF/GF starting dance classes together. At some point the Boyfriend became more serious about the dance. Now when they go to socials together, the BF is approached by females, but the females never address the girlfriend (Say hi, introduce themselves) they only talk to the BF. But the exact same is true for the GF. Men will approach her and talk to her, but they will not address the BF. The GF is becoming insecure about this situation because she believes that these women are trying to make a statement of how they have more power over the BF than she does as the GF. I hope this makes sense to everyone. dance socials are full of people you may not know. if i see a friend standing next to a stranger, I just naturally address my greeting to the friend. I do include the other person in my greeting if I get the impression they are important to my friend. It sounds like the gf may be getting insecure about the developing dance relationships with other women. If so, the question is whether she can work through her insecurities and maintain a trusting relationship with the BF. You cannot do it for her, no matter how much you try. You can only help her by being communicative and transparent, and making sure she feels prioritized in your life. It is very normal in dance circles that leads get to know the follows and vice versa, because we dance together. I'd also argue that the ladies tend to get to know other ladies better than men get to know other men, because commonly there are fewer leads than follows and ladies talk when waiting for the next song. just remember that you make friends with the people you’re dancing with. Most people dance most of the time with the opposite gender. It’s not romantic or sexual, it’s just following gender norms. Just reassure her that while you mostly dance with women and therefore befriend lots of women, that’s just because of the nature of the dance. You love the dance, but as far as people go she’s your one & only. It doesn’t matter what the other women do or think. I am curious if people even know that these two are couples? I would advise they both introduce the other when someone comes over to speak. “Hey this is my BF or Hey this is my GF”. Like I said earlier, I think it’s a natural thing when it comes to improving that people will want to dance with you more and more. You can kind of see when sitting on the side which leads really know what they’re doing and that makes the dance more exciting and smooth. Lastly I want to say, it may be easy to act bravado or all machismo. But in all honesty, I’d recommend focusing on acknowledging your partners feelings. As silly and ridiculous as they may seem to you sometimes, the last thing you want to do is dismiss their feelings. Reassure them that you are not out there looking for a romantic adventure. #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Dance #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #RetroZouk #Ginga #Bolero #Forro #Lamba #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #CapeVerde #Caribbean #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
On Today's Episode we have the amazing Denny & Sabina
Who are Kizomba Fusion dance-duo, based in Gothenburg, Sweden.
They Started Dancing Together in 2019
-Danny has 15 years of experience as a street dancer. He was Introduced to Kizomba and tarraxinha back in 2006. He has been teaching Kizomba since 2017
-Sabina has background experience in Ballroom. She also has been teaching Kizomba since 2017.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood – 1:00
Introduction to dancing – 08:00
Beginner Stage Kizomba – 20:00
The Social Dancing Scene in Sweden – 23:00
Kizomba Fusion – 29:20
The evolution of a dance - 33:30
Lessons Learned – 56:33
What makes for a good Follow? - 58:30
What makes for a good Lead? – 1:00:20
Common Mistakes you wish you could resolve – 1:03:00
One Tip – 1:05:20
Outro – 1:11:00
Social Media
https://twistedfeet.com/academy/
https://dennysabina.com/
https://www.instagram.com/denny.sabina/hl=en
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#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#CapeVerde
#Caribbean
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers
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On Today's Episode, we have the incredible Miguel Monteiro who is an international Kizomba and Semba Instructor, dancer, and performer. He started dancing Kizomba and Semba in 1997 and started teaching in 2009. In this episode we talk about: Childhood – 1:00 The Importance of music in his childhood – 2:00 The melting pot of Portugal – 3:50 Growing up / Capoeira – 5:30 Angolans in Portugal – 12:30 How has Portugal Changed – 14:35 Learning Salsa – 18:20 How has Kizomba Changed – 20:00 Kizomba vs Semba – 21:09 Beginner Stage in Salsa – 25:10 Ginga – 26:30 Meeting his Dance Partner – 27:10 Teaching Kizomba / Learning How to Teach – 28:10 Teaching Advice - 30:55 Caucasians Teaching Kizomba – 34:25 Cultural Appropriation VS Cultural Appreciation – 36:20 Imposter Syndrome – 41:10 Master Pechu – 44:25 Life of a full time Dancer – 47:30 What is required to become a Professional Dancer – 49:50 Lessons Learned – 51:40 What Makes for a Good Follow – 53:30 Urban Kiz / Fusion – 55:20 How to improve your connection – 1:01:00 Musicality – 1:02:55 One Tip – 1:06:21 Social Media https://www.instagram.com/miguelesusana/?hl=en https://miguelesusana.com/wp/ https://www.facebook.com/miguelesusana https://www.youtube.com/c/MigueleSusana/videos https://www.instagram.com/coachmiguelmonteiro/ #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Dance #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #RetroZouk #Ginga #Bolero #Forro #Lamba #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #CapeVerde #Caribbean #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
On Today’s Episode we have the amazingly talented Jazzy Ruiz who is an award winning Latin dancer, instructor and choreographer.
Jazzy has been teaching for over 20 years.
He was born and raised in Guatemala
He opened the dance school Danseklubben Salsakompaniet in 1999. It is the largest salsa and Latin dance organization in Norway.
In this episode we talk about:
Intro – 1:15
Music in his Childhood – 5:15
Beginner Stage as a child – 07:58
Beginner Advice – 10:14
Moving to Norway / discrimination and obstacles – 15:20
People who are hesitant to take that risk – 23:06
At what point, did things start to look up for you in Norway? 28:12
His first Performance in Berlin (small segue) – 31:40
How to Build a Dance Community – 37:20
Should you care about Culture and History? - 42:30
Lessons Learned (dancing is a metaphor for life) – 46:25
Effects of Social Media - 50:03
Life of professional Dancer – 55:24
Advice on Running a Dance School – 1:01:15
Watch who you let into your circle – 1:11:58
One Tip / General Dance Advice – 1:17:15
Outro – 1:24:15
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/jazzy.ruiz_dance/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/salsakompaniet/
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Bachata in Romania with Alin Tudorie and Alexandra Bojanapol. On Today's Episode we have the incredible Alin Tudorie and Alexandra Bojanapol - who are professional bachata dancers from Romania. They also own a dance Studio in Bucharest, Romania Named Adicto., which they opened in 2019. In this episode we talk about: Intro: 0:00 Opening a Dance studio before a Pandemic – 02:18 The Social Dancing Scene in Romania – 04:12 Popular Dance Styles in Romania – 05:54 Background in Dancing – 08:40 Ballroom vs Social Dancing – 13:36 Beginner Stage in Bachata – 16:18 What makes for a good Lead– 31:50 Advice for Leaders & Followers – 35:30 Ladies Styling – 39:00 Beginner Tips – 40:45 Tips for working with a dance partner – 48:30 Tips on Running/Owning a Dance Studio – 55:00 #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Dance #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #RetroZouk #Ginga #Bolero #Forro #Lamba #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #CapeVerde #Caribbean #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
On today's episode we have the amazing rap group, Hueston Independent Spit District: rap trio Equality, Savvi & L da Voice.
they formed in 2005.
They all were born and raised in Huston, TX.
Timestamps.
Intro: 0:00
Musical Influence – 4:25
How they started the Group: 10:50
How they came up with the name: 19:11
Favorite Songs: 22:05
What is Spaced Up? : 30:40
Why did you spell it “Weakend”? : 32:48
What was the reception to your album the Weakend? : 34:35
The Music Industry – 41:07
What was your marketing plan in the beginning: 45:40
The gentleman’s history hour podcast: 49:25
Whats next? : 50:55
Social Media
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https://www.instagram.com/gentlemenshh/?hl=en
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https://www.instagram.com/thehuelife/
https://www.instagram.com/peaceuvmine/
https://huerepublic.com/
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On Today's Episode we have the incredibel couple 𝑲𝒂𝒓𝒍 & 𝑵𝒊𝒎𝒂.
Who are 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 Urban Kiz Dancers and 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒔.
Karl is from France, Nima is from Germany.
Time Stamps:
Childhood- 0:00
Beginner stage in Kizomba:3:30
When are you ready to go to a social ?10:30
Socials vs Classes – 12:05
Traits you like in a leader and follower? 15:30
Learning difficulty for followers: 21:10
Urban Kiz vs Kizomba: 25:30
Musicality – 28:25
How to improve your musicality – 31:25
Nimas Hip Hop Background – 35:10
How did you all meet – 36:45
What is a being a taxi dancer like? : 40:10
What they wish they could rectify for all students -
How to stand out on social media as a dancer – 44:50 edit.
Beginner Advice – 46:50
Intermediate Advice – 49:40
One Tip - 52:40
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/karl_bekene/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/karl_nima/
https://www.instagram.com/nima.kiz/
https://www.facebook.com/karlbekene
https://www.facebook.com/KarlandNima
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#Passada
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On today's episode, we have two members from Safer Dance Spaces.
Ms. Lara Tabet who is one of the original founders, and Mr. Jason Potell who is a current member.
Safer Dance Spaces Who are both members of Safer Dance Space. Their initiative is to make a difference and create an initiative that is focused on kicking out sexual harassment and abuse from our communities, educating and supporting teachers and organizers on how to deal with incidents at their social dancing events.
They consist of voluntary teachers and organizers who have come together to make a difference in the partner dance communities.
They officially launched in July 2021.
Time Stamps:
Intro – 0:00
How Prevalent is Sexual Assuas in the Dancing Scene?: 8:13
What role does Social Media Play ?: 13:35
Judge and Juror – 18:58
What is the root cause of this issue? 22:00
What is the SDS Training Session like? – 23:00
What is the process for reporting harassment? – 24:00
Who are you advocating for? -31:00
What happens if we ignore this problem? – 34:30
Tips and advice for safety - 38:45
Social Media Links
https://www.facebook.com/lara.tabet/about
https://www.instagram.com/saferdancespaces/
https://www.facebook.com/lara.tabet/about
https://www.facebook.com/saferdancespaces/
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#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
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#Afro
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#CapeVerde
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On Today's episode, we have the amazing Dimitris Vafeiadis
He is a Bachatero from Athens,Greece
He is a certified Bachata Sensual Instructor with korke and Judith
He has been dancing bachata for 7 years now.
Time Stamps:
Childhood: 2:20
Social Dancing in Athen 7:40
Germany vs Athens 12:30
Time in the Athens Army: 14:00
Athens then vs Now : 18:10
Hospitability: 21:40
Beginner Stage in Bachata: 32:00
Love for bachata: 34:00
korke and Judith : 39:00
Life of a full time Dancer : 42:10
The Requirements for a full time dancer: 44:20
What separates you from other people?: 46:40
Learning to Teach : 48:45
Sensual vs Traditional Bachata - 55:30
Hate Against Bachata Sensual – 58:30
Lessons Learned – 1:03:45
One Tip: 1:05:25
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https://www.facebook.com/dvafeiadis/about
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#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
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On Today's episode we have the amazing
Nelson Chou Ou
Who is an Instructor, Coach and dancer of Bachata
Born In Melbourne, Australia.
Currently lives in Brisbane, Australia.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood in Thailand– 0:00
Life of a yoyo professional 04:30
B-Boy Dancing – 06:10
Life of a sneakerhead – 10:00
Introduction to Latin Dances – 16:30
Beginner Tips - 22:00
Pro-am Competition – 25:30
Why Teach? – 35:00
Responsibility of a teacher – 35:30
Beginner stage in teaching: 40:00
Lessons Learned: 43:00
Bboying influence on his Dance style – 46:30
One tip – 48:40
Sensual Bachata- 52:30
Social Media Links
https://www.facebook.com/justalurvemachine
https://www.instagram.com/nelsonchouou/?hl=en
#Salsa
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#Bolero
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On today's episode, we have the amazing and incredible Mr. Josh Edelman AKA Salsa Josh.
He is a salsa Dancer and Instructor.
He is currently Active Duty in the United States Air Force.
He currently lives in Las Vegas.
He was raised in Pennsylvania
Started Dancing salsa in 2015
In this episode we talk about:
- His Childhood
- The Air Force Academy
- His Beginner stage in Salsa
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https://www.instagram.com/salsa_josh/?hl=en
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#Podcast
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#Dance
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#RetroZouk
#Ginga
#Bolero
#Forro
#Lamba
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#Afro
#Latin
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#CapeVerde
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On Today's Episode we have the amazing and incredible Ms. Luibiana
She is a Professional dance instructor, dancer and choreographer
Specializing in Brazilian Zouk.
Founder of Soul Dance Studio in Dubai
She Currently lives in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
She is From Volgograd, Russia
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood – 02:10
Ballroom Vs social Dancing – 09:45
Beginner Stage in Salsa: 11:20
Overcoming bad habits - 13:20
Intro to Bzouk - 15:15
Who do you like zouk? - 16:30 -
beginner stage in zouk - 17:45 –
Beginner Advice - 20:00 –
Moving to Dubai – 21:00
Social Dancing Scene in Dubai – 24:40
Opening a Dance Studio – 26:15
tips for aspiring dance studio owners - 29:10 –
Responsibility of an Instructor – 32:50
Teaching – 35:10
Musicality – 43:35
Head Movement and Body rolls – 45:50
Leaders vs followers - 47:35
What makes for a good lead ? – 52:00
being present and In the moment. - 53:40 –
One Tip - 54:30 –
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/liubiana_dancer/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/Liubiana/about
https://www.facebook.com/souldanceindia/
https://www.instagram.com/soul_dance.studio/?utm_medium=copy_link
https://www.souldance.studio/
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On Today's episode, we have the incredible: Paula Loureiro & Ricardo Sousa.
They Created AfroLatin Connection Dance Studio in 2005.
Paula was born in Angola raised in Portugal.
Ricardo was born in Portugal.
- Childhood – 1:08
- Beginner Stage in Dancing - 12:30
- Beginner Advice Dancers – 24:20
- Beginner Advice Teachers – 27:00
- Life of a full-time dancer – 41:00
- How to run a dance studio / school ? – 44:30
- Most Challenging Obstacle – 47:00
- How to Maintain a Dance Partnership – 57:30
– Musicality - 1:03:00 - One Tip – 1:05:00
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/paularicardo_alcdance/?hl=en
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On today's episode, we have the amazing and talented Dimitris Psychogyios
He was Born and raised in Athens, Greece.
He is Championship Dance Competitor.
In 2008 he opened La Secta Dance Company, the pioneers of NY style Salsa in Athens, Greece.
In this episode we talk about:
- Childhood in Greece,
- Basketball
- Introduction to Salsa
- Latin Ballroom and Latin Salsa
- Teaching
- Social Media
- Connection
- What makes for a good follow
- Life of a full time dancer
- La Secta Dance Company
- Social Dancing in Athens
Social Media Links
https://www.facebook.com/dimitrisysusecta
https://www.facebook.com/lasectadc/
http://www.lasecta.gr/
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On Today's Episode, we have the amazing Ms. Nasti
She is from Vilnius, Lithuania
She is a professional ballet dancer and has recently got into Bachata.
She has danced ballet her entire life.
She started dancing bachata 3 years ago.
In this episode we talk about:
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Childhood in Lithuania
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Life in ballet
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Introduction to Bachata
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Her beginner Stage in Bachata
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Injuries.
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Ballet vs Bachata
https://www.instagram.com/nasti.bachatafever/?hl=en
On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Maxim Chistokletov
Who is a Brazilian Zouk and Samba Dancer , Instructor and Competitor
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood growing up in Rusia
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Learning English / Life as a Polyglot.
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Beginner Stage in Salsa
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Bodybuilding and Social Dancing
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Beginner Stage in learning Zouk
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How to get into Brazilian Dances
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Lessons Learned
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Life of a full-time dancer
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How to become a full-time dancer
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Dancer Advice
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Musicality
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One Tip
Social Media Links
https://www.instagram.com/maximchistokletov/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/maxim.chistokletov
https://www.facebook.com/ipanemadancestudio/
In this episode we have the amazing Constantine & Diana
Who are From the Ukraine.
In this episode, we talk about
- Salsa /Bachata /Zouk teachers
- Early Life
- Beginner Advice
- Salsa Dancers
- Brazilian Zouk Dancers
- Learning online vs in person
- One Tip
Social Media Links
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHPwjOW860ESR2je5mbe7Cw
https://www.facebook.com/ConstantineAndDiana/about
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https://www.instagram.com/diana.valigura/
https://www.instagram.com/constantineanddiana/?hl=en
On Today's Episode we have the amazing Sandra Gutiérrez
Who is a Kizomba Dancer and Teacher.
She has a background in Hip Hop.
She was born and raised in Madrid Spain.
In this episode we talk about:
- Average vs Mediocre Lead
- Beginner Stage in Teaching
- Traits of a Good Teacher
- Learning Technique and Fundamentals
- Lead and Follow Relationship
- Life as a full-time dancer
- Lessons Learned
- Common Mistakes -
- Musicality -
Social Media Links
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. JOE FIGUEROA
He is a Latin dancer, performer, teacher, promoter and DJ.
He is a master instructor in both Salsa and Bachata
He currently lives in Philadelphia
He was born and raised in Delaware.
He is the owner and manager of Living in Rhythm Dance Studio in Philly
Which he opened in Feb. 2019.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood
Beginner Stage in Salsa
Staying on beat
Puerto Rico Salsa Dance Congress 2001
Beginner Stage in Teaching
Social Dancing in Philly
Lessons Learned
Stuck in a rut
Opening a Dance Studio
Life of a full time dancer
Long Discussion on Sensual Bachata
Musicality
One Tip
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On Today's Episode we have the amazing Denis Ampuero Villafuerte
He Lives in Hamburg, Germany.
His family is from From Peru.
He is a Salsa y Bachata Dancer, Performer and Teacher, Event Manager.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood -
Covid-19
How to lossen up dancing -
What does it take to become a full time dancer ? -
How to improve as a performer ??
Giving 100%
Musicality
Ego
https://youtu.be/iOdUc1z2SaY
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Felipe Lira
Who is a teacher, choreographer and dancer.
Lambada and Brazilian Zouk.
Born and Raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Childhood – 1:00
History of Lambada in Zouk – 3:10
Beginner Stage in Lambada – 06:00
Life of a full time dancer – 12:00
Requirements of a professional Dancer – 13:30
Brazillian Zouk vs Lambada – 16:45
Learning to Teach – 20:00
What makes a good teacher – 22:45
Private Classes – 25:00
Lessons Learned – 29:10
Not Progressing – 34:50
Choreography – 36:33
Musicality – 39:45
One Tip – 41:50
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Who I am speaking with:
Donatas Mankevicius & Laura Bružauskaitė
Donatas is From Lithuania.
Donatas Has a background in ballroom, Contemporary and Show Dance.
Laura has a background in Ballroom.
You two are both bachata dancers and instructors.
Childhood – 0:00
Music and Dance in Lithuania - 3:00
Inspirations – 7:15
How has Lithuania Changed – 9:30
Who Brought Latin Dances to Lithuania – 12:15
Life of a Ballroom Dancer – 14:45
Beginner Stage in Latin Dances – 17:30
Beginner Advice from Laura – 23:20
Learning Sensual Bachata as a Follow – 27:20
Beginner Advice from Donatas – 29:40
YouTube vs in person Teacher – 34:00
Intermediate Dancer Advice – 43:50
Musicality – 45:20
One tip – 45:35
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On today's episode, we have the incredible Mr. Alec Hershey
He is the founder of Heart Beats. He is a producer, composer, and arranger.
He was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio.
He has a new album coming Out: Beats For Those We Love?
Coming out on August 27, 2021.
In this episode we talk about:
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How he creates an album
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His Music Genre Style
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His Influences
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His Childhood
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Success
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Anime
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On Today's episode we have the incredible Ms. Claire O Meara
She is a Kizomba, Semba, Afro and Ginga instructor and choreographer.
She is also a Kizomba Embassy Ambassador based out of Ireland
She has been dancing Kizomba for the past 8 years.
She also has a background in Afro Latin for the past 20 years.
Childhood 4:45
How has Ireland Changed ? 10:00
Ireland VS America 14:15
Beginner Stage in Dancing 15:30
Beginner Advice : 17:20
Urban Kiz – 21:45
Kizomba in Ireland 25:00
Master Pechu – 28:30
Beginner Stage in Teaching 33:30
Lessons Learned.42:07
Covid-19 in Ireland - 45:40 –
Musicality – 50:00
One tip – 53:45
Outro – 59:05
Social Media Links
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https://www.instagram.com/claireomeara_kizombaclaire/
On Today's Episode, we have the amazing Jacques kizombafro
He Started Dancing Kizomba in 2013.
Currently living in London
Born in Paris, France.
he is a Dancer, Teacher, performer of kizomba and afro house/kuduro
Childhood – 0:00
Music in His Childhood – 6:00
Introduction to Kizomba – 17:30
21:00 Feeling Stuck
Kwenda Lima – 26:00
History of Kizomba – 27:30
Brazilian Zouk in London – 37:00
Urban Kiz- 38:00
Kuduro / jean claude van damme – 42:30
Tips for Dancers – 57:30
Practice, Practice, Practice – 1:05:00
Social Media Link:
https://www.facebook.com/jacqueskizomba
https://twitter.com/jacqueskanakana
https://www.jacqueskana-kana.co.uk/
On Todays episode we have the one and only Mr. Phil Kennedy AKA Think Twice.
Who is One half of the Rap Duo Specifics.
He is from Vancouver, British Columbia.
Intro – 2:00
Childhood – 5:30
College years – 18:00
Meeting Jun Seba AKA Nujabes – 46:20
Life after Music: 56:30
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On today's episode we have the amazing Jai Sheffield
Who is a Professional Latin Dancer from Australia.
He Dances Salsa y ChaCha.
Childhood 0:00
Introduction to Social Dancing – 5:30
Social dancing in Australia – 7:00
Covid 19 – 7:45
Beginner Stage – 8:30
Private Classes vs Group Classes – 11:00
Moving to the Gold Coast – 14:20
Beginner Stage in Teaching – 17:10
Advice for Future Teachers – 20:30
Full time Dancer – 22:20
Time in Italy – 24:00
Returning to Australia – 35:00
Life of a full time Dancer – 37:00
Lessons Learned – 39:00
Burn out – 41:15
Beginner Advice – 43:15
Intermediate to Advanced – 44:30
Musicality – 46:10
One Tip – 48:00
Social Media Links
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Ilias Thermos
He was Born and raised in Greece.
Currently lives in Athens, Greece.
He is a Dancer, Instructor, Performer, Choreographer.
He started out as a B-Boy Dancer.
He currently specializes in New York Style Salsa and Mambo
In this episode we talk about his:
Childhood – 0:00
Dancing in Athens: 10:00
Why did you enjoy B-boying – 11:30
Influence of b-boying on his salsa skills – 13:30
Introduction to Mambo – 15:30
Beginner Stage in Latin Dancing – 17:30
Joining a professional team – 19:15
Thoughts on Teachers/instructors – 21:15
Lessons Learned / Beginner advice – 23:45
Hobby vs Professional – 26:00
Motivation – 29:00
Covid 19 in Athens – 31:00
100 Days of Turn Patterns – 33:00
Beginner Advice – 35:15
Intermediate advice – 37:00
Shortcuts – 40:15
Musicality – 42:00
How to improve your musicality – 45:00
One Tip – 47:15
Social Media Links:
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On Today's episode we have the amazing : Super Mario Aka Mario Hazarika
Who is a salsa Instructor and Dancer.
He was Born in India, and he currently lives in London.
He started Dancing salsa in 1998.
He also runs the website salsaclass.tv
On this episode we talk about:
Intro – 0:00
Beginner stage in salsa – 10:45
Why do you love salsa ? 14:30
Beginner stage in teaching – 20:20
Always be learning – 25:30
Lessons Learned – 26:00
Life of a traveling instructor – 28:30
Beginner advice – 30:00
How to find a great instructor – 36:30
Whats your opinion on Pattern Focused Classes ? – 41:30
How to improve your connection with your partner ? 45:00
One tip – 46:00
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On Today's Episode we the incredible Ms. Maria Maluca
Who is a Semba y Kizomba dancer, instructor and organizer.
She teaches at "A Bailar Hamburg" A dance school in Hamburg Germany,
She is the organiser of multiple festivals in Hamburg, Germany. Including the Ginga Festival Hamburg
She is one of the founding members of the Avengers Dance group.
Intro – 0:00
Life as a Pastry chef – 7:45
Beginner stage in Salsa – 14:30
Beginner stage in Kizomba – 22:00
Why do you enjoy kizomba ? 27:00
Lessons Learned – 30:00
Beginner Stage in Teaching – 34:30
Advice for future Teachers – 38:15
Why is it important to know the culture of a dance ? – 42:00
Beginner Advice : 45:30
What is Ginga ? : 49:40
Intermediate Advice: 52:00
Learning to lead and follow: 54:30
Musicality : 57:00
One tip: 1:01:00
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On today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Georgiana-Ramona Moldovan AKA JOJO
She is Dancer, International Teacher, Performer and choreographer from Romania.
She started Dancing Salsa Back in 2009.
She started dancing Kizomba in 2010
She started teaching Kizomba in 2012.
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On Today's episode we have the wonderful Junior Schmidt.
Who is a Bachata Dancer and Instructor.
He was born in the Dominican Republic. Santiago de los Caballeros
He Move to Holland, the Netherlands at age 16.
He is also a full time Barber.
In this episode we discuss:
Childhood – 0:00
Moving to the Netherlands – 8:00
Dancing in the Netherlands – 14:15
Barber by trade – 18:00
Teaching in Holland – 23:45
Social dancing scene in the Netherlands – 29:00
Lessons Learned in Dancing – 32:00
Beginner Advice – 34:00
One common Mistake – 37:30
Intermediate Advice – 40:00
Musicality – 43:00
One tip - 48:00
Social Media
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https://www.facebook.com/JrElArtistayGaetana/
On Today's Episode, we have the incredible Marius Turcu y Elena Radu.
Who are Professional Bachata and Salsa Dancers and instructors with over 10 years of experience
They are currently living in Romania.
In this episode we talk about:
Intro - 0:00
Beginner stage in dancing - 11:30
Benefits of Socials/Parties – 15:30
What got you into teaching ? – 22:30
Social Dancing In Romania – 27:30
Things Learned From Dancing – 31:45
Beginners Advice – 36:00
Intermediate Advice – 37:15
Musicality - 40:00
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Outro – 55:00
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On Today's episode we have the magnificent : Norberto 'Betto' Herrera
He is the owner and Director of Mambo Dinamico Dance Company.
Which is a premier Afro-Latin dance company based in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina.
They specialize in educating and spreading cultural awareness through Latin dance.
Norberto was born in Guayaquil, Ecuador
He currently lives in North Carolina.
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Ecuador – 5:30
Moving to America-
Military – Basic Training - 15:00
Dancing – 21:00
Learning to teach - 27:30
Mambo Dinamico – 29:45
Starting a dance company – 32:00
Lessons Learned – 34:00
Life of a full time dancer – 36:00
What does it take to become a full time dancer ? – 40:00
Beginner Dancer Advice – 46:00
Intermediate Dancer Advice - 47:00
Musicality – 49:00
How to improve your musicality – 51:00
One Tip - 53:00
Tips for Follows 56:30
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Emanuel " Manny" Chacon.
Who is a dancer and choreographer, Capoeira Instructor from Wilmington, Deleware.
Started dancing in His teenage years.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood – 0:00
Parents – 7:45
Capoeira – 11:15
Music – 20:45
Why is learning culture important ? – 23:00
Reggaeton - 26:15
Graduating HighSchool – 31:00
College – 38:00
Dancing full time – 42:15
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Lessons Learned – 56:00
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On Today's Episode we have the amazing Ms. Marzia Licciardello
- Who is an AWARD WINNING, Caribbean, Contemporary, Modern, and Bachata instructor.
- She is the owner of “LiveDance dance school”. She started this school back in 2015.
- They offer (Caribbean, Classical, Contemporary, Country, Modern, Fitness, Hip Hop, and Zumba Classes,)
- She was Born and raised in Catania, Italy
- She Currently lives in Italy.
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¡En el episodio de hoy tenemos al increíble y talentoso Randy Córdoba!
Es un bailarín que nacio y reside en Panamá
PS: Debido a la pandemia Randy se encuentra enseñando en Paramaribo, Surinam durante el momento.
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Felipe Ihara & Bruna Manika
Who are Dancers, teachers, choreographers and DJ; specializing in Brazilian Zouk.
They both were born and raised in Brazil.
In this episode we talk about:
Introduction / Childhood in Brazil – 0:00
Beginner Stage -12:00
Life changes from 2016 to 2020 - 20:15
The secret to spins – 28:20
Lessons Learned from Dancing – 40:40
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On Today's Episode have the amazing talented Max Solorzano Pinto.
He is a Salsa Y bachata Dancer | Instructor Y Choreographer.
He was born in Caracas, Venezuela.
He Currently Lives in Houston, Texas.
He is apart of the “Casino Stars” Which is a latin dance Company in Houston Texas.
He Started dancing around 9 years old.
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On today's episode, we have the incredible Mr. Carlos Saurez AKA Casu.
Who is a Professional Dancer/Performer/Choreographer/ Instructor/ Percussionist –
He has a background in Latin Rhythms, Salsa, Fusion
He currently lives in Houston, TX.
He was born in Caracas, Venezuela.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood: 0:00
Venezuela - 7:45
Moving to America – 16:30
His Current Project - 22:00
Covid-19 - 23:15
Life of a full time dancer – 26:00
Teaching – 31:15
The Dancers Body – 38:15
Lessons Learned – 41:00
How to Market as a Dancer – 43:45
Advice For Dancers -
One Tip – 55:45
Last Words – 1:01:00
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Andrea Arenasvazquez AKA Ace Fusion.
Who is a certified International Bachata Instructor, Dancer, DJ, MC, World Traveler and a Veteran.
She was born in Puerto Rico, but was raised in Brooklyn, NYC.
She grew up Dancing and has a background in Hip Hop, Salsa, Bachata.
She is a US veteran from the United States Marine Core.
In this episode we talk about:
Her Childhood - 0:00
USMC Bootcamp – 13:00
Japan - 18:00
Washington, DC – 36:00
One tip – 44:00
Dancing with beginners – 46:00
How to become a international dancer : 49:00
Advice for teachers -51:15
Alex and Desiree Certification – 55:30
Lesson Learned – 59:45
Covid 19 – 1:01:45
New Website – 1:05:30
Beginners Advice : 1:12:00
Intermediate Advice: 1:15:00
Musicality: 1:20:15
Connect with your partner: 1:23:00
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible DJ Phat Tony
Who is a Latin DJ and Dancer.
He currently lives in Orlando, Florida.
He was born in New Jersey, Raised In Puerto Rico.
Good DJ Vs Bad DJ’s – 28:30
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On Today's episode we have the amazing Bryan Rodriguez AKA Brayonski
He was Born in Cali, Columbia.
He Currently lives in Greensville, South Carolina.
He is a salsa instructor, Cultural Advocate for Cali.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood in Cali, Columbia -
Immigrating to USA – 27:00
Moving to America – 36:00
The Effects of Growing up in Cali - 47:00
Getting into dancing- 56:00
NY/LA Style Salsa vs Cali Salsa – 1:00:00
How to improve your footwork – 1:07:10
Tips for leaders – 1:10:30
Tips for Follows – 1:15:00
Musicality – 1:18:00
One tip – 1:23:00
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On Today's episode we have the incredible Ms. Jessica Lamdon AKA Unicorn
Who is Brazilian Zouk Dancer, instructor & performer.
She is also an actor, an MC and a professional hugger.
She has been dancing since the age of 8 years old, starting with ballroom.
She was Born and Raised in Brooklyn, NYC.
She is one half of the Dance Studio Zen Zouk.
In this episode we talk about:
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Her Childhood
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Her Beginner Stage in B-Zouk – 27:30
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Advice for beginners -30:15
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Having a Dance Partner – 33:30
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What makes a great teacher ? – 36:30
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Life of a full time dancer – 45:15
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Things learned from Dancing – 51:30
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What makes for a good lead? – 53:30
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Common Mistakes - 57:00
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Advice for Followers – 1:02:30
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Beginners Rut - 1:06:45
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Intermediate Advice – 1:09:00
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Musicality – 1:12:30
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One Tip - 1:16:00
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On Today's Episode we hav the incredible Mr. Steve Ciki .
He Grew up near Paris.
Him and His partner are NY-based International, Award Winning Kizomba & Semba Dancers and Instructors.
In this episode we talk about:
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Childhood
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Table Tennis – 14:30
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Moving to New York – 19:45
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Kizomba – 24:45
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Beginner Stage in Kizomba – 30:15
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Kizomba in Paris – 39:00
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Kizomba Open – 43:30
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Lady Maren – 47:15
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Learning to Teach – 49:15
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Lessons’ Learned From Dancing – 56:00
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Beginner Advice - 60:00
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Musicality – 1:04:15
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Kizomba in Culture – 1:09:30
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Intermediate Advice – 1:12:50
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One Tip - 1:17:00
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Rhythm vs Musicality – 1:19:00
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On today's Episode we have the wonderful Mr. Tony Dsouza
Who is a DJ and Kizomba y Bachata Y Salsa Dance Instructor and Choreographer.
He was Born in India. Currently living in Dubai.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood
Edit the beginning bad question
His time as a Jive Dancer
Hints and tips for Bollywood Dancing
Moving to Dubai
Beginner Stage in Salsa
Hints for Beginners
Latin Socials In Dubai
Hints and tips For Brazilian Zouk
Kizomba
Tips for Follows
How to improve Your Musicality?
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On Today's Episode We have the Incredible Mr. Felicien Rossa
Who is a Kizomba Dancer | Choreographer | Teacher
He Started Dancing when he was 11 years old.
he has a background in : ballroom, swing dancing, Salsa Y bachata, Tango.
He was Born and Raised in France.
In this episode we talk about:
Why you should Try different Things - 25:15
Why he is successful – 37:00
Life of a full time dancer – 48:00
How He met his dance partner – 56:37
Tips on having a dance partner – 1:01:00
Beginner Advice – 1:05:00
Intermediate Advice – 1:09:20
One Tip – 1:12:40
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Couple Adélina Y Heneco.
Who are Kizomba Dancers and Instructors.
They both are from France.
Currently Living in California.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood - 2:00
Kizomba in Europe – 10:45
Beginner Stage – 13:45
Things they wish they knew – 20:00
How they met – 23:00
Teaching – 26:30
First year of teaching – 29:00
Advice for future Teachers – 31:00
Things learned from Dancing – 34:45
Paris to California – 39:15
Beginner Advice – 48:30
Intermediate Advice – 53:15
How will Covid-19 affect Social Dancing going forward – 58:00
Musicality – 58:15
One Tip – 1:00:45
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On Today's Episode we have the wonderful Mr. Tiago Adegas AKA Tiago PrettyDancer
Who is an International Bachata and Latin Fusion Artist, Dancer and Teacher.
He was Born and raised in Portugal.
Currently Living in Madrid, Spain
He started Dancing at 12 years old and has a background in ballroom, contemporary, and Standard.
In this episode we talk about:
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Ballroom Dancing - 6:30
College Years - 12:45
Contemporary – 15:15
Salsa Y Bachata - 17:45
Advice on to Maximize your Partnership – 26:45
Things Learned from Dancing - 30:45
Role Rotation- 33:15
Learning to Lead and Follow – 37:00
Beginners Rut – 50:30
Intermediate Advice – 53:45
Musicality – 57:00
One Tip – 1:01:45
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Stéphane Lyke.
Who is a Semba, Kizomba, Salsa y Bachata Dancer and Teacher.
He was Born in Cameroon.
Currently living in Belgium.
He Started Dancing Kizomba in 2010.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood –
Introduction to Social Dancing – 13:45
Beginner Stage in Salsa – 16:15
Dancing in Cameroon – 22:00
Introduction to Kizomba – 27:00
Dancing in Brussels, Belgium – 30:00
Learning Kizomba – 35:00
Learning to Teach – 39:45
Advice for Future Teachers – 42:30
Mediocre vs Great Teachers – 46:00
Lessons Learned from Dancing – 48:45
Beginner Advice – 50:30
Intermediate to Advanced – 55:00
Musicality – 58:00
One Tip – 1:03:20
Covid19 – 1:10:30
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. King Chamalo.
He is the owner of Castle Dance. Which is a professional dance studio in Amsterdam. (2016)
He is an award winning Kizomba Dancer , Instructor and Choreographer.
He has a background in: dancehall, Afro, hip hop & house .
He was Born in the Paris.
Currently living in Amsterdam.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood –
Introduction to partner dances – 16:00
Zouk, Kompa, Passada - 18:30
Beginner Advice – 21:50
Kizomba Journey - 31:00
Advice for future dance instructors – 41:15
Opening a Dance Studio - 45:15
Advice for running a Dance Studio – 49:00
Covid19 – 51:00
Intermediate Advice 55:00
Musicality – 58:00
One Tip – 1:02:00
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On Today's Episode We have the incredible Ms. Marta Mignone
Who is a Dancer, Teacher and Choreographer.
Specializing in Kizomba, UrbanKiz, FusionKiz and Bachata.
She was Born in Italy.
Started Dancing Salsa in 2008.
Started Bachata in 2009.
Started Dancing Kizomba in 2012.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood and Living in Italy -
How to find a good instructor – 26:45
Kizomba – 33:00
Kizomba vs UrbanKiz - 40:00
Life of a fulltime dancer – 45:00
Should you become a full time Dancer ? – 48:00
Lessons learned from Dancing – 53:00
Beginners Advice – 58:00
Being intimidated by your Dance Instructor - 1:02:00
Intermediate Advice – 1:04:30
Musicality – 1:08:00
One Tip – 1:09:20
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. David Rodriguez AKA DJ Soltrix
Who is a world-renowned bachata remixer, producer and DJ.
He was Born and raised in Tampa, Florida.
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Kaya Barraza AKA DJ Kaya. Who was Born in Barranquilla, Columbia. She Currently lives in Baltimore Maryland. She is the Director of Vivelo Latin & Ballroom Championships & Kaya Dance Company. She is the Original Founder of the Baltimore Salsa Bachata Congress – She Founded in 2009. She is a Dance Instructor, DJ and Event Organizer. In this episode we talk about: - Her Childhood – 1:45 - Music in her Childhood - 3:45 - Colombia – 5:15 - Moving to America – 11:00 - Dancing – 20:50 - Teaching – 26:00 - Understanding the Music – 30:15 - Tips for Beginners : 33:00 - Musicality - 39:00 - Salsa in Okinawa, Japan – 41:45 - Baltimore Salsa Bachata Congress – 47:30 - Tips for Starting a Dance Congress/Festival – 1:06:30 - Beginners Rut – 1:27:50 - One Tip to make you a better dancer - 1:30:15 ~~ Social Media Links ~~ https://www.facebook.com/kayabarraza https://www.kayadancecompany.com/contact-us https://www.vivelochampionships.com/ https://www.proinspira.org/ https://www.instagram.com/vivelochampionships/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1605548623103076/ https://www.facebook.com/ViveloChampionships/ ___________________________________________________ 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast _________________ Background Music Provided by Barradeen https://soundcloud.com/barradeen https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfTggY6U7d6XVre774B1_qg https://www.instagram.com/barradeenyas/
On Today's Episode we have the splendid Mr. Oliver Pineda.
Who is a 10x World Salsa Champion. Who has been dancing salsa for over 30 years.
He is the founder of Latin Motion Dance Academy.
He has been a Choreographer for "So You Think You Can Dance" & 'Dancing With The Stars'.
He is also a percussionist and was born in Sydney, Australia.
In this episode we talk about:
Timestamps:
- His childhood
02:00 His time as a Ballroom Dancer and Tae Kwon Do -
09:00 Living with Chilean Parents -
13:00 Impact of Music –
14:00 Introduction to Salsa –
17:00 Beginner Stage in Salsa –
20:40 - Do Children have an advantage?
22:00 What got you into Ballroom –
27:00 Latin Motion Dance Academy -
33:00 Breaking Routines -
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Covid 19 In Australia – 34:45
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Learning to teach – 41:00
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The role of a coach – 45:00
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Hints and Tips for Teaching – 47:00
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Hints and tips for your basic step -51:00
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Body Movement – 54:30
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Sydney Rueda Dance Company – 58:00
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Musicality – 59:00
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One tip to make you a better dancer – 1:03:00
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This is the second part of the Samy Vez Interview.
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On Today's Episode, we have the incredible Mr. Samy Vez.
This is part one of a 2 part interview.
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Luis Vazquez
He is an instructor, choreographer and artist.
He was born in Guadalajara, Mexico.
He has appeared in Many TV Shows/ Movies and Music Videos.
As well as worked with many amazing Musical Artist !
He moved to Sweden in 2010. Where him and his partner run the “Love Dance Academy.”
Which is one of the largest Latin dance schools and organizers in Sweden.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood -
Beginner stage in Dancing – 20:00
Learning to Teach – 36:00
What influenced LA Salsa – 39:00
LA style vs NYC Style – 50:30
Lesson Learned from Dancing – 53:00
Beginner Advice – 57:30
Intermediate to Advanced – 1:01:00
Musicality – 1:02:30
One tip to make you a better dancer – 1:05:00
Moving to Swedan and Love Dance Academy – 1:13:00
Contact Information – 1:14:00
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Sayana Isid'or
Who is a Kizomba - Semba – Afrohouse Dancer and Instructor.
She was Born in France.
She currently lives in Maryland.
In this episode we talk about:
Childhood – 1:00
Racism in French Guiana - 9:00
Early Adult Years – 17:00
Dance Scene in France – 19:00
Beginner Stage in Salsa – 22:00
Socials vs Classes - 23:30
Beginner Stage in Kizomba – 32:00
Lessons learned from Dancing – 39:30
Intro to AfroHouse – 46:00
Common Mistakes for Dancers - Kizomba – 50:30
Common Mistakes for Dancers - Afrohouse 55:30
What is Musicality ? - 56:30
How to improve your musicality- 58:30
One tip to make you a better dancer - 1:00:30
Tips for Dancers For boring dancers – 1:02:30
Her Upcoming Events -1:05:30
How To Contact Her – 1:07:30
Closing Words – 1:09:00
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On today's we have the incredible Ms. Galitzine Kizomba
Who is a professional Contemporary dancer.
She is also a Kizomba, Semba, Tarraxinha, Konpa, Cuban Salsa and AfroHouse Dancer and Instructor.
She has been a dance instructor since 2006.
She is also one of the pioneer dancers of Kizomba in Mexico.
She was born and Raised in Mexico City, Mexico.
In this episode we talk about:
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Her Childhood – 2:00
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Dancing in Mexico. – 28:30
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her beginner Stage in Casino – 32:00
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Advice for Casino/Rueda – 36:00
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Kizomba – 41:00
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Kizomba Scene in Mexico City – 46:00
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Teaching – 52:00
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Hints/tips on Connection with your partner – 59:00
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Tips for followers – 1:01:30
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Tips for leaders – 1:08:00
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Musicality - 1:11:00
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One tip to make you A better dance – 1:14:00
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This is part two of the Ashely Kent Interview.
On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Ashley Kent who is the Director at District Zouk.
District Zouk is is the leading source for Brazilian Zouk in Washington DC . Started in 2014.
They host a Swouk Zouk Night. Which is a Brazilian Zouk and West Coast Swing Monthly party.
She Was Born and raised in California - in the Bay Area
She is a Dancer, Instructor and event Organizer !
In this episode we talk about:
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How and why has Zouk Changed in DC ? – 1:00
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What are some challenges you’ve faced in the Zouk Community ? – 8:30
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Lamba Zouk – 18:00
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Lessons learned in Brazil – 28:30
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Beginners rut - 44:00
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Intermediate to advanced - 46:00
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On Today's episode we have the incredible Ms. Steffie Da Coasta
Who is a Dancer for the past 10 years,
She has Background in Salsa. But she is branching out into many different styles.
She was born and Raised in the Netherlands, Currently living in Delft.
In this episode we talk about:
32:00 - Injuries within the dance community
34:00 - Saying “No”
35:00 - Kizomba/Semba/Bachata in the Netherlands.
44:00 - Letting Go.
50:00 - Flamenco
58:00 - One Tip to make you a better dancer.
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On Today's episode we have the incredible Ms. Steffie Da Coasta
Who is a Dancer for the past 10 years,
She has Background in Salsa. But she is branching out into many different styles.
She was born and Raised in the Netherlands, Currently living in Delft.
In this episode we talk about:
32:00 - Injuries within the dance community
34:00 - Saying “No”
35:00 - Kizomba/Semba/Bachata in the Netherlands.
44:00 - Letting Go.
50:00 - Flamenco
58:00 - One Tip to make you a better dancer.
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Leah Patterson
Who is a chemical engineer, holistic esthetician, transformation & wellness mentor, salsa dance instructor, green witch and quantum physics nerd.
She is the owner and operator of Leah's School of Latin Dance in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Which offers latin dance classes.
She has been dancing Salsa Since 1999
She was born in Chicago, Illinois
Currently living in Little Rock, Arkansas.
She also runs a makeup Line called "Move Makeup"
In this episode we discuss.
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Should You Join a performance Team ? - 32:20
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Things learned from Dancing - 37:50
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How has the dance community changed ? - 45:00
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Beginner Advice – 1:02:10
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Intermediate Advice – 1:05:40
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Musicality – 1:07:36
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One tip to make you a better dancer Immediately - 1:09:54
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Green Witch -1:11:35
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Move Makeup 1:19:55
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Closing Words: 1:21:45
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Ashley Kent who is the Director at District Zouk.
District Zouk is is the leading source for Brazilian Zouk in Washington DC . Started in 2014.
They host a Swouk Zouk Night. Which is a Brazilian Zouk and West Coast Swing Monthly party.
She Was Born and raised in California - in the Bay Area
She is a Dancer, Instructor and event Organizer !
In this episode we talk about:
Her Childhood - 1:45
Life in Ghana
Life in Malawi
Life in DC - 42:00
Life in Sudan 43:00
DC Again - 51:00
B-Zouk in DC - 57:00
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In loving Memory of my Grandfather Preau !
On Today's Episode we have my amazing grandparents: Bernice Preau and Roy Preau.
This was an amazing opportunity to learn about my grandparents and their history.
On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Gui Prada.
Who is a #BrazilianZouk #Dance #Instructor at districtzouk in Washington, DC.
He has a background dancing in:
#Forró
#Samba de #Gafieira
#Soltinho #Bolero
#Zouk and #Argentine #Tango
He Currently Lives in #Washington #DC.
He was born in #Rio de #Janeiro , #Brasil
In this episode we talk about:
- The Life of a full time dancer – 2:00
- What does it take to become a full time dancer – 5:30
- Competition – How do you differentiate yourself ? – 11:15
- His Childhood – 15:15
- How has Rio Changed – 26:13
- His time as a lawyer - 53:05
- Ashley Kent – 1:04:20
- Teaching - 1:08:20
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The Universe Behind the Hug – 1:15:07
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How to walk / basic step in Brazilian Zouk – 1:20:40
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Beginners Rut - 1:24:00
- Intermediate to Advanced ? - 1:26:00
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Musicality – 1:29:44
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One tip to become a better dancer - 1:31:55
I want to thank Gui So much for coming on the show !
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Latosha Mullins.
Who is a bachata dancer and instructor currently living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
She currently manages the FB page “4 the love of bachata.
On this episode we talk about:
Her beginner stage - 20:20
Patience – 21:33
Why is musicality important? – 23:20
Bad leaders / what makes a good lead – 25:20
Learning Latin Dances - 27:54
Discouraged / What kept you going? – 32:30
Build your community – 39:55
When did you start teaching? –41:55
Things you wish you knew - 44:33
The culture of dance – 48:10
Things Learned from Dancing - 55:40
One tip to make you a better dancer – 58:48
This was an amazing episode, and I want to thank LaTosha for coming on the show.
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Kimberly Nicole who is the owner and operator of Kizomba RDU.
Which aims to promote Kizomba throughout the Raleigh-Durham, NC area with weekly classes, events and workshops with visiting instructors.
She started Kizomba RDU Back in 2014.
In this episode we talk about:
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Her Childhood in Buffalo, NY.
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Her dancing background.
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Her college years
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How she was introduced to Kizomba
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Her time in Portugal
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Her Kizomba Teacher Training
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The culture of Kizomba
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Her love of dancing.
This was an amazing episode and I am so thankful to have Kimberly on the show !
Thank you so much Kimberly !
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Dana Dobrota who is a Kizomba and Semba Dancer and Instructor.
Born in Sydney, Australia and Currently lives in Brisbane Australia.
She is a body Psychotherapist and the owner of Body Mind In Bloom. Which offers Body psychotherapy, Kizomba dance sessions and workshops for people who are open to using movement as part of their healing and growth.
In this episode we talk about:
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Her Time in Italy – 14:00
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Intro into kizomba - 21:50
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What is body Psychotherapy? 24:34
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Ground through the floor
26:24
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kizomba vs urban kiz. 31:43
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Teachers cannot teach you everything
39:10
- Release tension in tummy
40:45
- How to learn Kizomba
48:25
- Why Being grounded in Kizomba?
51:30
- Discerning your dance partner
1:06:21
- Time in Lisbon
1:11:25
- Kizomba is a cultural dance
1:14:00
- Difference in dancers Lisbon vs Australia
1:19:34
- Beginners rut
1:23:25
- What is Musicality?
1:24:18
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How do you Improve your Musicality 1:25:27
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Intermediate to Advanced
1:27:17
(How to walk in Kizomba)
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One tip to become a better dancer 1:27:17
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How leads be better follows 1:31:39
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Diamond Rivera.
Who is a Videographer who travels the states and films dance congresses and festivals.
He has been dancing since the age of 5, so he is able to bring his dance experience to his current passion.
He was born and raised in New York.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood
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What got him into dancing
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How he got into videography
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The equipment and software he uses to record
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His thoughts and opinions on the current state of the dance community
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Competition amongst videographers
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What it takes to become a videographer
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What separates him from other videographers
This was an absolutely amazing episode.
And I want to thank Diamond So much for taking the time to talk to me !
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On Today's episode we have the amazing and incredible Ms. Elena Rovito aka The Rhinestone. She is a Brazilian Zouk instructor, choreographer, Performer, and DJ. Currently living in San Francisco. She was Born in Anderson, California. She has dabbled in many things including: gymnastics, parkour, ballet/jazz/modern/contemporary dance, and various partner dances. She Began partner dancing in 2014 She also dances Bachata, samba de gafieira, salsa, and West Coast Swing, and dabbles in many others. You currently teach in Oakland and San Francisco, California. She is the director of the dance team Zouk Babes - San Francisco Chapter. In this episode we talk about: Her Childhood - Anxiety - Growing up in California - Her background in Gymnastics and Ballroom. - Her beginner Stage - Mental Health - Dance Floor Etiquette - Beginner lead vs follow - Teaching Brazilian Zouk - Beginners Rut - Intermediate To advanced I want to thank Elena So much for being such an incredible guest !!! ...: Social Media Links :... https://www.facebook.com/ElenatheRhinestone https://www.instagram.com/elenatherhinestone/ https://therhinestone.co/ https://www.facebook.com/Lena.Rovito https://www.facebook.com/ElenatheRhinestone/ 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: @Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
On Today's episode we have the incredible Ms. Kelsi Chow. Who is a Dance Professional at Tropical Soul Dance Studio in Sydney, Australia. She was Born in Hong Kong and moved to Australia at 16 years old. She is a professional and full time Latin Instructor and Performer. In this episode we talk about: - Her Childhood Growing up in Hong Kong - What Hong Kong is like - How Hong Kong Compares to Australia - How she got into Breakdancing, Ballet, Cabaret, Salsa and Bachata - Hints and Tips to make you a better dancer. I want to thank Kelsi so much for being such a great guest and coming on the show ! ...: Social Media Links :... https://www.facebook.com/dancefreakklc1314 https://www.facebook.com/TropicalSoulDance/ https://www.instagram.com/dancefreak_klc/ https://www.instagram.com/tropicalsouldance/ 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: @Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
On Today's episode we have the amazing Kyle Culmann Who is a Latin Dancer, Instructor and performer. He is the Co-Founder/Owner at Latin Expressions Dance Company. Which is Indianapolis’s longest running Latin dance studio. Founded in Sept. 2011. They Offer Salsa, Bachata, Mambo, ChaChaCha, Cumbia and Merengue classes. He currently lives in Indianapolis, Indiana. He Started dancing Latin Styles around 18 years old. In this episode we talk about: - His Childhood - What got him into dancing - Owning a dance studioa - Competition amongst Dance Schools - Benefits of dancing - His Beginner stage - How he defines success for his dance studio - The dance scene in Indianapolis. - What dance has taught him. - Hints and tips for dancers. This was an amazing episode. Thank you so much Kyle ! ...: Social Media Links :... https://www.facebook.com/latinexp/ https://twitter.com/latinexp https://www.instagram.com/latinexpressions/ https://www.facebook.com/kyle.culmann ________________________________________ Twitter: @Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast
On Today's episode we have the amazing Shaka Gonzalez Brown. Who is the director of Capital Congress, which is a 4-day Latin Dance Festival, founded in 2005.
He is also a professional Mambo y Salsa instructor and Dancer. Born and Raised in Washington, DC. In this episode we talk about: - His Childhood DC and Florida - Life growing up in DC - What got him into dancing - How he started the Capital Congress - How to organize events Thank you so much Shaka. I thoroughly enjoyed this episode !
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Sami Ahmed y Alex Kohler
Sami is the founder of the DC Zouk Festival and Sensual Day DC . Alex and Sami are Brazilian Zouk dancers, Instructors and choreographers.
In this episode we talk about: - Their Childhoods - What got them into Dancing - The #DC #Zouk #Festival - Hints and tips to improve your #Leading and #Following Thank you so much Sami y Alex
On Today's episode we have the amazing Shaka Gonzalez Brown.
Who is the director of Capital Congress, which is a 4-day Latin Dance Festival, founded in 2005.
He is also a professional Mambo y Salsa instructor and Dancer.
Born and Raised in Washington, DC.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood DC and Florida
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Life growing up in DC
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What got him into dancing
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How he started the Capital Congress
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How to organize events
Thank you so much Shaka.
I thoroughly enjoyed this episode !
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On Today's Epsiode we have the incredible Akorede Oyerogba and Nneka Obiorah.
Who are Award Winning professional Latin and ballroom Dancers as well as instructors.
From Nigeria
They have been dancing together since 2010.
In this episode we talk about:
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Childhoods in Nigeria
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The Latin and Dance scene in Nigeria
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Beginner Stage in Dancing
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Beginner advice – 21:30
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How they met
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On todays episode we have the incredible Mr. Kadu Pires.
Born in Brasil.
He currently spends his time between Madrid and Los Angeles.
He is a World renowned Latin, Brazilian Zouk and Samba de Gafieira, dance teacher, performer, choreographer and judge.
In 2012 him and his dance partner founded their school called K&L Dance.
2013 they founded the K&L Dance School in Brisbane
In this episode we talk about:
- His childhood
- What got him into dancing
- History of Brazilian Zouk
- His life in Australia
- Brazilian Zouk Dance Council - 45:00
- Advice to dancers – 48:00
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Nicole La Bailarina
Who is a Salsa Dance Instructor and Dancer.
She is also a digital Marketer.
Born and raised in Nashville, Tennesse.
In this episode we talk about:
- Her Childhood
- What got her into Dancing
- The Dance Scene in Nashville
- Her beginner Stage in Teaching and Dancing
- When you should start teaching
- Hints and tips to improve your Dancing and teaching
- How to market yourself on Social Media.
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On Today's Episode we have the Incredible Mr. Leon Rose
Born and Raised in London.
He Currently lives in Paris
Who is the creator of School of Salsa.
Which is based in Paris and London.
He is a Dance Instructor, Choreographer, Performer, Host and Comedian.
Who has over 20 years of dance experience
In this episode we talk about:
- His Childhood
- What got him into dancing
- How he was introduced to the Latin Scene
- SALSITSU
- How Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has influenced his dancing style
- Hints and tips to improve your Leading, Following, Performing and Teaching
This was an amazing interview!
Thank you soo much Leon !
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Jean Goh AKA DJ Yen.
Who is the Founder and Owner at Zouk Dance Academy in Singapore.
She has been dancing and teaching Brazilian Zouk since 2008.
She also has a background in Salsa y Bachata.
She Started Dancing in 1999.
She has also taught at several festivals across the globe.
In 2004, together with a partner, she founded the Two Left Feet dance school in Singapore.
She Started Djing in 2010.
In This Episode we talk about:
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Teaching how to improve
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Head movements
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Her background and childhood
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Running a dance studio.
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Singapore vs Boston
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Leading vs following?
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Her Future goals
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What dance has taught her
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Tips to make you a better leader and follower
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https://www.instagram.com/zoukdanceacademy/
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https://www.facebook.com/zoukdjyen/
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Time Stamps
CONTENT BY TIME:
Before 14 min 8 secs:
Her background and childhood.
14:08
How did you first get introduced to Salsa and Bachata? How did that come about?
15:47
What was it first like, learning all those dances?
18:09
What are the differences between leading and following?
22:16
What are the benefits of learning to both lead and follow?
25:03
When would you recommend embarking on learning the opposite role?
26:49
How did you get introduced to Brazilian Zouk?
28:20
How did you get started with your first dance school, Two Left Feet?
29:16
Two-part question: What was the first year like, running that dance studio, and what things did yo ulearn from it that you wish you knew when you first started?
35:18
I'm very curious about your first year teaching. What was it like, learning to teach, and in your opinion, what makes for a good teacher, and how can people improve their teaching skills?
(She explains Her teaching methodology)
40:44
How can people improve their teaching? Is it about paying attention to your students, or...?
(We talk about what she believes we need to do to be better teachers, and about students needing to engage in active learning.)
49:47
What did you learn about head movement, and for someone who may be struggling with head movement, what advice could you give them?
1:00:38
How can one learn to dance without using too much force or too much strength? How is that possible?
1:08:12
What are some things you learnt from dancing that you're able to translate to your everyday life?
1:14:59
Is running the dance school your full time job right now?
1:15:31
Would your ideal goal be to run Zouk Dance Academy full time?
1:17:29
What about having instructors under you? Is that a possibility for you?
1:20:51
Can you give me one tip that can make anyone a better dancer immediately
1:24:28
What are some of your upcoming events?
1:27:20
How can people get in contact with you?
On Today's Episode we have the wonderful Mr. DJ Selphi
Who Who is a Latin DJ, Dancer and Producer.
He specializes in Bachata Remixes.
In this episode we talk about:
- His Childhood
- His time as a Sound/Audio Engineer
- How he got introdueced to the Latin Scene
- What got him into DJing
- How he goes about remixing songs
This was a wonderful episode.
Thank YOU SO MUCH Patrick !!!
...: Social Media Links :...
https://www.facebook.com/djselphinyc/
https://www.facebook.com/bachatadjselphi
https://www.instagram.com/djselphi/
On Today's episode we have the incredibly fit - Sebastion Kruse
Who is an Author, Dancer and Fitness Coach.
He is the Owner and Operator of “Be Fit and Sensual”
Which is a Dance Festival focused on improving your dance skills as well as your fitness training.
He also has a youtube channel which focuses on Dance Specific Training.
In this episode we talk about:
- His Childhood Growing up in Swedan
- Growing up with parents from Swedan and Cape Verde.
- His Background in Taekwondo
- What got him into dancing
- What got Him into fitness?
- Dreams and Goals
- How & Why he created his Dance Festival
This was a wonderful episode with a great guy !!!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxr6tcuzNSG0kxnLz_Gyg4Q
https://www.facebook.com/sebastianbefit/
https://www.instagram.com/sebastian_befit
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxr6tcuzNSG0kxnLz_Gyg4Q/videos
http://www.dancersbootcamponline.com/sales-page1
On Today's Amazing Episode we have the incredible Ms. Amanda LaCount
Who is an Actress/Dancer/Model/Choreographer and Singer.
She was Born in Colorado.
And Currently Lives in California.
This was an amazing episode with such a wonderfully talented lady !
On this episode we talk about:
- Her Childhood In Colorado
- Her love for dancing
- How to bring more energy to the performance stage.
- Advice to aspiring Dancers.
Thank you sooo much Amanda for coming on the show !
...: Social Media Links :...
https://www.instagram.com/amandalacount
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAp9jP0YMN9daRAumNWAcMw
https://www.facebook.com/AmandaLaCountLive/
https://www.facebook.com/amanda.lacount.58
https://www.facebook.com/amanda.lacount.5
https://www.amandalacount.com/
https://twitter.com/amandalacount6?lang=en
On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Nemanja Sonero.
He is a Dancer as well as Instructor.
He is the creator of 8motion. Which is a Online Kizomba Academy learning platform
He has a Popular Instructional Youtube Channel. Where he teaches Kizomba.
He has over 20+ Years of Experience in Dancing as well as Capoeira
He was born in Belgrade, Serbia.
And currently Live in Tallinn, Estonia.
In This episode we talk about:
- His Childhood in Serbia.
- Life in Servia
- His Beginner Stage in Dancing
- Listening to yourself.
- The difference between Tango and Kizomba
- The difference between Urban Kiz and Kizomba
- Hints and tips to improve your leading, following and musicality.
I am so happy and honored he agreed to come on the show !
...: Social Media Links :...
https://www.facebook.com/nemanja.sonero
https://www.facebook.com/nemanjaartist/
https://www.facebook.com/worldkizombaproject/
https://www.8motion.ee/pages/home
https://www.youtube.com/user/NemanjaSoneroSoy/featured
https://www.instagram.com/nemanja_sonero/
On Today's episode we have the incredible Alex Morel y Desiree Godsell
Who are Dance Instructors, Performers, and Judges.
But they are widely known for their Bachata.
Alex was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and raised in Paterson, NJ.
Desiree was born and raised in Houston, TX.
Went to school in Philadelphia.
In This episode we talk about:
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Their Childhoods
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Their beginner Stage
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Hints and tips to improve your leading and following
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The life of a professional Dancer
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How to vet an instructor
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What makes them successful
https://alexanddesiree.com/
https://www.facebook.com/alexndesireedance
https://www.facebook.com/alexanddesiree/
http://www.desireegodsell.com/home
https://www.instagram.com/alexanddesiree/
https://www.facebook.com/desiritadelarosa
https://www.facebook.com/alexmoreldance
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iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997
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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible DJ Mike Arana.
He is a Dj, Vinyl Collector, Event Organizer and latin dancer.
He has been Dj-ing for the past 8 years.
He was born and raised in Lima, Peru
And he currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia.
This was a great episode with an amazing DJ.
He is host some amazing latin socials in ATL, and his website list all of the weekly socials in ATL. Make sure to check out his website.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood in Lima, Peru
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His childhood dancing career.
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His Transition From Peru to the USA.
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How he got into Dj-ing
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His beginner Stage in Dj-ing
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His life in Atlanta
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His socials
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How to read the crowd as a DJ
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How to host amazing socials.
Great Episode with a great guy !
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https://instagram.com/dj_mikearana_atl
https://djmikearana.com/bio-qualities/
https://www.facebook.com/DJayMikeArana/
https://www.facebook.com/mike.arana.9
https://www.facebook.com/TUMBAO-DANCE-Social-448621798653169/
https://www.facebook.com/BACHATuesdays/
https://www.facebook.com/Atlanta-Salsa-Bachata-Scene-1599054290329077/
https://www.facebook.com/AtlBikeChateros/
On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Brayo Judah.
Who is a Dancer, Choreographer and Photographer.
Born in Kenya, Currently living in Arizona.
He has been dancing for almost 30 years, and specialized in dance styles such as :
soukous, hip-hop, salsa, gumboot, and kwaito.
He has gone on to open for and perform with many highly nominated artist.
Currently, Brayo teaches innovative and energetic soukous and coupé decalé classes at workshops, festivals, master classes, and studios across the globe, focusing on waist-winding, African dance theory, history and technique.
This was such a wonderful episode.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood In Kenya
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His Love of Music
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How we treat our Elders
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The Current situation of the dance studio
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https://www.instagram.com/brayojudah/
http://brayojudah.net/
https://www.facebook.com/brayo.judah
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iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Rachel Lewis.
Who is a latin Dancer, Performer as well as Instructor. She is also a certified Zumba Instructor.
She has studied a wide array of dance genres including ballet, modern, african, and latin dance.
Rachel has developed a sexy, sultry dance class called Ladies'N'Heels
She currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia
From Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
This was an abbreviated episode, but I thoroughly enjoyed talking with her.
In this episode we talk about:
- We spoke about her childhood
- Her Upbringing
- What got her into dancing
- Hints and tips for improving your performing and dancing.
...: Social Media Links :...
https://www.facebook.com/rachel.lewis.1029770
https://www.instagram.com/vincypearl7/
On Today's Episode We had the incredible Couple Luis Alberto and Jess Sheppard.
They are Latin Dancers, Instructors as well as Performers.
Currently Living in Los Angeles, From Atlanta, Georgia.
https://www.facebook.com/luis.albertot.3
https://www.facebook.com/jess.sheppard.9
https://www.facebook.com/LuisAndJess/
https://www.instagram.com/luis_and_jess/
https://www.instagram.com/luisalberto_official/
https://www.instagram.com/luis_and_jess/
On Today's episode we have the incredible Ms. Stacey Paulin
Who is a latin Dancer, Performer, and Instructor.
She is also a classically trained Opera Singer.
She was born in Los Angeles, California.
Currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia.
This was such a great episode because Stacey was such a fun guest.
An wonderfully easy person to talk to.
She has so much wisdom and knowledge, this was such a valuable episode.
We talked about:
- Her Childhood
- How she got into Opera Singing.
- Her Beginner Stage.
- Her love and passion for story telling and performing.
So much love and a big shoutout to Stacey !
Thank you so much !
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https://www.instagram.com/thestaceypaulin/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009189121485
On Today's episode we had the absolutely mesmerizing Ms. Michelle Garcia.
Michelle is a Latin Performer, Dancer and Instructor.
She is also director of Valante Dance Company.
Which is a Female Salsa Fusion Dance Team Based in Boston.
She was born in From Ann Arbor, Michigan.
But she currently resides in Boston, Massachusetts.
In This Episode we talk about:
Her Childhood Growing up
What got her into Dancing
Her Ballet background.
Her Beginner Stage in Dancing, Teaching, and Performing.
What it is like running a Dance Team.
How to improve your leading, following and performing.
Big Shout Out to Michelle, so much love !!!
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=671143237
https://www.michellegarciadance.com
https://www.facebook.com/MichelleGarciaDance/
https://www.instagram.com/la_michelle_garcia/
https://www.instagram.com/_volante_/
On Today's Episode we have the incredibly Brandon Bacahta of Sentimiento Dance Company.
Which is a performing arts school based in Baltimore Maryland.
Brandon AKA Cheez, is one of the co-founders of Sentimiento.
Sentimiento was born out a desire to expose Baltimore to different styles of Latin dancing especially Salsa NY Style/Mambo y Bachata
It was founded in Sept. 2012.
In this episode we talk about:
Brandon's Childhood in Baltimore Maryland.
What got him into Dancing
His Beginner Stage in Dancing and Teaching.
What it is like running a Dance Company.
His Future Goals.
Hints and tips to improve your leading & following.
Brandon was an absolute delight, and I am so happy to share this episode with you all !
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https://www.instagram.com/brandonbachata
https://www.instagram.com/sentimiento_dance_co/
https://www.facebook.com/sentimientodanceschool/
https://www.facebook.com/SentimientoDanceCompany/
https://twitter.com/Sentimiento410
http://www.sentimientodance.com
On Today's Episode we had the Fantabulous and Gregarious Orlando Machuca Jr .
He is a Latin Dance Instructor Y Performer
As well as a Host/Mc.
He was born and raised in Arlington, Virginia.
I first met Orlando through Julissa Cruz.
He was such a cool person, and I knew I Had to have him on the show.
In this episode we talk about:
- His Childhood In Arlington
- What got him into Dancing
- His Beginner Stage in Teaching and Dancing
- the current dance scene in Northern Virginia / DMV Area.
- Hints and tips to improve your Leading, Following and Teaching.
And amazing episode with such a wonderful person !
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https://twitter.com/LandoMachucaJr
https://www.instagram.com/landodolce/
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On Today's Amazing Episode we have the incredible Mr. Eddy Vents.
Who is a Traveling Semba and Kizomba Instructor
He currently lives in Portland , Oregon.
Was born in Guinea-Bissau, West Africa.
And he moved to Portugal when he was 11 years old.
He first started teaching Kizomba in 2009
He is the founder of Pitanga Dance Group.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood
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Growing up in Africa and Portugal
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The importance of Culture and History
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Kizomba/Zouk/Semba.
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The evolution of dance
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His Beginner Stage as a teacher
This is a wonderful episode with a truly great person.
...: Social Media Links :...
https://www.youtube.com/user/Eddyvents
https://eddyvents.com/
https://www.facebook.com/eddy.vents/
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Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/
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iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Mathew Hann & Shawna-Lee Tai.
Who are kizomba teachers in Jamaica.
Shawna-lee is a Yogi, Dancer , Pole Dancer and dance instructor.
Mathew is a marketing director and dance instructor.
They are co-directors of MVMT NATN.
In this episode we talk about:
- Their Childhoods in Jamaica
- What got them into dancing
- Their beginner stage in Dancing and Teaching
- The importance of mastering the basics.
This was an incredible episode with some incredible individuals !
http://mvmtnatn.com/
https://www.facebook.com/matthew.hann1
https://www.facebook.com/shawnaleetai/
https://www.facebook.com/mvmtnatn/
https://www.instagram.com/mvmtnatn/
https://www.instagram.com/matt_s_hann/
https://www.instagram.com/_shawnalee_/
On Today's episode we have the Amazing Ms. Kianda.
She teaches and performs Mambo, Salsa, Kizomba, Semba, & Tarraxa.
She is also the co –owner of Mambo Room Cultural Dance & Event Center
She currently lives in Nofolk, Virginia.
In this episode we talk about:
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Her childhood in New Jersey.
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Her childhood hobbies.
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What got her into dancing.
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Her beginner stage in Dancing and Teacher.
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Life as a Business Owner.
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What it's like running a dance studio
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Hints and tips for aspiring teachers, dancers and business owners.
https://www.facebook.com/tf.salsa
https://www.facebook.com/kiandat.fiskeii
https://mamboroomdance.com/
https://twitter.com/mamboroom
https://www.youtube.com/user/MamboRoom/videos
https://www.instagram.com/mamboroomnorfolk/
https://www.instagram.com/kianda_t/
https://www.facebook.com/MamboRoomDanceAndEvents/
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En el episodio de hoy tenemos lo increíble
Adriel García y Griselle Rodríguez
Son los propietarios y operadores de Kizomba Puerto Rico.
Que fue fundada en 2014.
Son la primera compañía de danza en promover la educación de género de Kizomba en Puerto Rico, realizando talleres y exhibiciones de danza.
En este episodio hablamos de:
- Su infancia
- Lo que los hace tan buenos maestros.
- Consejos y sugerencias para mejorar su liderazgo y seguimiento.
- Cómo se metieron en Kizomba
https://www.facebook.com/KizombaPuertoRico/
https://www.facebook.com/adriel.garcia.777
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17Rua2OcaVSf8jilMdIDkw
https://www.facebook.com/griselle.agosto.7
https://www.instagram.com/kizombapuertorico/
https://www.instagram.com/griselleagostopr/
https://www.instagram.com/adriel_garcia/
On Today's Episode we have two amazing individuals and musicians.
Mr. Donovan Cheatham and Mr. Collin Williams.
Collin is a well established saxophonist, producer and instructor.
Donovan is an impressive percussionist, conductor, and instructor.
They both graduated from North Carolina Central.
This was an amazing episode with two very good friends !!
In this episode we talk about: - Their Childhoods - What got them into music - What it takes to become a successfull musician - Their journey as musicians - North Carolina Central
If you are interested in jazz or the jazz scene in Durham, North Carlina.
This is a perfect episode to check out !!!
Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/deenari https://www.facebook.com/collin.williams2 https://www.instagram.com/don_cheat/ https://www.instagram.com/c_wil_yums/
On today's episode we have the incredible Ellie Marie & Brian Brizuela.
Who are Bachata Instructors and Performers in North Carolina.
Brian Brizuela was born in Manassas, Virginia and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina.
His mother is from Guatemala and His father from El Salvador.
Elizabeth “Ellie” Marie was born and raised in Sacramento, California to an Italian-American family. She moved to NC in 2014.
As a child Ellie immersed herself in various styles of dance and art, including jazz and gymnastics, and musical theater.
In this episode we talk about:
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Their Childhood
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How important was music in their households.
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Hobbies as a child
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How they met
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Their purpose and passion for dancing.
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Hints and tips to improve your leading and following
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Having a dance partner
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How they define success for their careers.
https://www.instagram.com/brianandellieofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/its.brian.b/
https://www.instagram.com/elliemarie_official/
https://www.facebook.com/brianandellie/
https://www.facebook.com/brian.brizuela.50
https://www.facebook.com/elliemarieshrode
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On Today's Episode we have the stunning and talented Mr. Davidson St. Ford.
Who is a Kizomba, and Urban Kiz instructor in Orlando, Florida.
He is also the director K Unity.
Whose goal is to To Unite People through Dancing while Being Unique. Kizomba, UrbanKiz, Konpa, ZouK.
He was born in Haiti.
We did this interview in Houston, Texas where Davidson was competing int th BAAD competition hosted by Kizomba Harmony.
In this episode we talk about :
His Childhood in Haiti
His transition to America
Kompa
How he got introduced to Kizomba
Becoming a US Citizen.
Be on the lookout for part 2 oft this interview.
https://www.facebook.com/kizflo.kizflo
https://www.facebook.com/KUnityDance/
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. PeterJS
Who is a Brazilian Zouk, Kizomba, Urbankiz & Salsa Instructor here in New Orleans.
Peter is also an international traveler.
In this episode we talk about:
- His childhood
- His time as a jazz musician
- His time traveling abroad
- How he first got introduced to Salsa/Kizomba/Brazilian Zouk
- His Beginner Stage.
This was such an amazing episode with an extremely talented dancer and Instructor
https://www.facebook.com/peter.js.7
https://www.instagram.com/kizombanola/
https://www.kizombanola.com/
On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Jessica Donley
She is a artist, traveler, writer, yogi, dancer, choreographer, Reiki practitioner, medium and recovery worker.
She Grew Up Dancing Cajun Zydeco, Jitterbugging and bouncin’.
She graduate from LSU in 2006 with a degree in Cultural Anthropology and Dance
She is the co-Founder of DancingGrounds in NOLA.
In this episode we talk about:
Her Childhood in Louisiana
Growing up dancing
Her time in Ecuador working for the Peace Corps.
How she got introduced to Salsa/Kizomba.
https://www.facebook.com/jessi.donley.1
https://www.instagram.com/visceraljessi
https://jessidonley.wordpress.com
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Andrea Peoples.
She is a Community Outreach Director as well as Dancer and Choreographer.
She offers a AfroXotica class in New Orleans, which is a night dance class.
That explores the sexy movements of Africa and the Caribbean Dances.
She Grew up in St. Louis, and currently lives in New Orleans.
She studied Anthropology at Webster University and graduated in 2013
She is the director of her Outreach Program KREATIVE ARTS COLLECTIVE.
In this episode we talk about:
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Her childhood in St. Louis.
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What her parents did
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What were her hobbies as a child
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How Important was music growing up
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What brought you to New Orleans
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Her many trips to Cuba
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African Americans in the US.
https://www.kacnola.org/
https://www.facebook.com/andrea.peoples.37
https://www.facebook.com/Andrea-Peoples-318601105454610/
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In Today's Episode we have the Man, The Myth, The Legend: Mr. Eddie Hercules
He is an Influencer, Entrepreneur, Kizomba, Urban Kiz, Dancehall /afro-movements Instructor, and Physical trainer.
He has been dancing Kizomba since 2015.
He is the owner and founder of Hercules Dance Fitness and also The Kizomba Dance
Alliance
He was born in Oakland, California.
And Currently Lives in Berkeley, California
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood California
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Hobbies in his youth
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His College Years
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How he get introduced to West African Drumming.
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What got him into dancing
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Hints and tips on becoming a better leader and follower
https://www.facebook.com/EddieHerculesUrbanKiz/
https://www.instagram.com/hercules_worldtour/
https://www.instagram.com/Kda_Global/
https://www.instagram.com/HerculesDanceFitness/
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On todays episode we have the spectacularly amazing Aurelien Traube.
Who is a choreographer / dance teacher / entrepreneur
Currently living in Brussels, Belgium.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood in Beligum
His hobbies as a child
How American Music has impacted Belgium
What got him into dancing
What got you into dancing?
How to practice and become a better Freestyle Dancer.
https://www.instagram.com/aurelientraube/
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https://www.facebook.com/trbaurelien/
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Kat Arias
Who is the Owner and Managing Director of Ferocity Dance Company founded in 2012
She was born in La Guaira, Venezuela.
She Currently lives in Vienna, Virginia.
At the age of 23, she found the world of Latin dancing, and she started training in Ballroom under the direction of Genya Bartashevich.
At the age of 25 she became one of the Owners of the Elan DanceSport Center
In This Episode We Talk About:
Her childhood in Venezuela
Her Ballroom years
Her transition To America at the age of 6
Her Beginner Stage in Dancing
What made you start Ferocity
What is it like running a dance studio
Hints and tips to running a dance team
Hints and tips to improve your Leading and Following
https://www.facebook.com/ferocitykat
https://www.facebook.com/FerocityDance/
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https://www.ferocitydance.com/
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Jessica Taylor AKA DjTay
She is a traveling DJ who Currently lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
She Started social dancing (Salsa, bachata) in 2010
She is the founder of For the Love of Bachata (2013), which helps promote her love of bachata with socials, festivals, workshops and DJing.
In this episode we talk about:
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Her childhood in Pittsburgh.
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Hobbies in Her youth.
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Favorite music genres growing up.
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How she was introduced to Salsa y bachata.
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Her beginner stage in Dancing
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How she got into DJing
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Hints and tips on Event Organizing
https://www.instagram.com/fortheloveofbachata/
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https://www.facebook.com/love4bachata/
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On today's episode we have the incredible Mr. Tumbusui Ogden.
Who is a salsa instructor here in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Born and raised in New Orleans, he offers classes once a month.
If you are in the Salsa Scene here in NOLA, you will often hear his name brought up.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood
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How he was introduced to Latin Dance Scene
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His Performing Career
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His Autoimmune Disease
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Tragedy
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And how to maintain a positive outlook on life!
This was such a powerful episode, and I am so blessed that Tumbusui was willing to share his story with us !
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https://www.instagram.com/salsabusi/
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On Todays Episode we have the incredibly talented Amanda Gill and Adrian Valdivia.
Amanda is the Founder and former director of DC Casineros.
Adrian Valdivia is the current artistic director.
DC Casineros is a world-renowned dance company that performs and teaches Cuban dance styles. Their Mission is to build healthy communities through the art and culture of Cuban dance.
Amanda was born in Annandale, Virginia.
Adrian was born in Venezuela
Amanda founded DC Casineros in 2005
In this episode we talk about:
Their Childhoods
How they became introduced to the latin music and dances.
Their beginner stage
How and why Amanda Created the DC Casineros.
How to improve your leading and following !
http://www.dccasineros.org/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dccasineros/
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https://www.facebook.com/amandasugill
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On today's Episode we have the wonderfully mesmerizing Tina Cavicchio.
She is a traveling Latin Fusion Dancer, Instructor and performer.
She was born in NYC.
Currently living in Massachusetts.
Her father was a ballroom dance entertainer.
She has been dancing since the age of 2, and has trained in ballet, tap, jazz, ballroom, contemporary, hip hop, modern, Latin, and African dancing.
She started dancing ballroom at age 11, training specifically in mambo
She is also the director of her own dance team
In this Episode we talk about:
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Her Youth in Boston and NYC
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What got you into dancing?
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How she get introduced to latin dancing
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Her time with Alma Latina Boston
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Tips for leads on how to lead without using strength all the time.
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What makes you such a wonderful teacher
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Mr. Edgardo Cambon
He is the band leader of the salsa orchestra “Candela".
He is a percussionist and vocalist.
He is also a percussion, Salsa Singer and Music Instructor.
He currently lives in Oakland California.
He was born in Uruguay.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood in Uruguay
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Growing up in musical household
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His time in Argentina
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His time in Amsterdam
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What brought him to the USA
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His Band Candela
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How to become a successful musician and have longevity.
https://musicandela.com/home
https://www.facebook.com/edgardocambon
https://twitter.com/EdgardoCambon
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candela_(band)
https://www.instagram.com/edgardocambon/
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On Today's episode we have the incredible Mr. Charles Ogar AKA Mr NeoKiz.
Who is a full-time, professional and international Kizomba instructor/ Afro Latin Dance Instructor / CEO of Neo Kizomba / Entreprenuer and Podcast Host.
Born and raised in TX.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood in Texas.
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His Band Years (Flute, Piano, Alto Saxophone)
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How he got introduced to dancing (Salsa/Bachata/Kizomba)
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His new Dance Partner
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His future endeavors.
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Becoming a full time instructor.
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Starving Artist vs thriving Artist.
https://www.facebook.com/ogarocious
http://neokizomba.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mr.neokiz/
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Brasil
Brazil
Zouk
In Today's Episode We have the mesmerizing and gregarious Tina Singh.
An absolutely amazing individual.
Tina is doing so many wonderful things for the dance community in New Orleans, LA.
She is an absolutely amazing follow and someone who truly loves dancing.
Her most recent endeavor is bringing Brazilian Zouk to New Orleans.
In this episode we talk about:
Her Childhood Growing up in New Jersey.
She is a Black Belt in Taekwondo.
What got her into Dancing
Her beginner stage as a dancer.
This is an absolutely stunning episode, with such a beautiful person.
Please Enjoy !!!
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https://www.instagram.com/tsingh1989/
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Alexander J Thomas & Kelley Spell.
Who are Am-Pro Ballroom Dancers, Cabaret Dancers, Swing Dancers, Brazilian Zouk Dancers as well as instructors.
They currently run their dance studio in New Orleans, LA - Rhythm N Smooth New Orleans Partner Dance Academy
In this episode we talk about:
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Their Childhoods and Upbringing.
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What got them into dancing
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How they were introduced to Swing Dancing
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Why they started their dance studio
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How they got into Teaching
Great episode with some absolutely amazing individuals.
...::Social Media::...
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/1537167879870471/
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https://www.instagram.com/rhythmandsmooth/
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This interview has been transcribed to words at the following address:
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Brydel Miguel
Who is the Marketing Manager at GWEPA.
GWEPA is a modern and creative visual production company.
They help brand and promote performers, dance concepts, Latin music, and Latin events.
He Currently lives in the Netherlands.
This is an amazing episode if you want to improve your marketing abilities.
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood.
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What brought him to the Netherlands
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How he met his business partner.
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How to improve your marketing skills.
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Marketing for Dancers
...::Social Media::...
https://www.facebook.com/brydel
https://www.facebook.com/GWEPA/
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/gwepavideos
Website
https://www.gwepa.com/meaning-of-gwepa/
https://www.instagram.com/brydelmiguel/
https://www.instagram.com/gwepa/
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On Today's Show we have the incredible Guius Vilanovas & Borboleta Lua.
Who are Kizomba and Urban Kiz Dancers, Instructors, and performers in Barcelona, Spain.
They are doing some amazing things for the dance community.
I absolutely love their energy and most importantly their skill level !
In this episode we talk about:
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Their Childhoods growing up in Spain and Peru.
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Their beginner stage in dancing.
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Guius Is a full time Artist/Drawer for Marvel Comics.
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Borboleta Has been dancing all her life (Watch out for her Bachata!!!)
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What makes them such incredible teachers.
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Hints and tips to improve your leading and following.
...::Social Media::...
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011159223160
https://www.facebook.com/kizandsoul/
https://www.facebook.com/borboleta.ball
https://www.instagram.com/guiu_kizandsoul/
https://www.instagram.com/kizandsoulofficial_bcn/
https://www.instagram.com/borboleta_luaofficial/
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On today's episode we have the incredible Mr. Adams Shante Franklin AKA T-Peak
(The Positive Energy Adams Kizomba)
Who is a Kizomba, UrbanKiz, Semba, Tarraxa, Tarraxo and Afrohouse teacher and dancer.
Currently living in Guadeloupe.
He most Recently is the Gold Medalist for the 2019 Olympiads Of Kizomba – TARRAXA Champion.
Please check out his championship run:
https://www.facebook.com/cherystylkizomba/videos/2362134297366533/?t=72
In this episode we talk about:
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His Childhood Growing up in Guadeloupe
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Favorite Zouk Artists
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How he was introduced to Zouk, Kizomba, Tarraxinha, Tarraxo.
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His beginner stage in dancing
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Tips and hints to improve your Kizomba & Tarraxinha
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What makes a good follow
...::T-Peak's Social Media::...
https://www.facebook.com/adams.t.harris
https://twitter.com/MacAdam_s
https://www.instagram.com/adams_tpk/
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Tarah-Stephanie.
Who is a UrbanKiz, Tarraxo, Hip-Hop, Dancehall, and Waaking dancer and Instructor.
She Currently lives in Quebec
Born in Haiti.
She the creator and founder of the dance Team UrKiz in 2017.
She started dancing Kizomba in 2015
In this episode we talk about:
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Her Childhood Growing up in Haiti
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Her move to Quebec
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Her Beginner stage in Kizomba/Urban Kiz.
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Difference between Kizomba/Urban Kiz
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How is Tarraxo different than Tarraxinha
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What made hercreate UrKiz
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What is it like being the director of a dance team
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What makes her such a great teacher
...::Tarah-Stephanie's Social Media::...
https://www.facebook.com/tarahurkiz/
https://www.facebook.com/tarahstephanie.ae
https://www.instagram.com/urkizofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/tarahkiryu/
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On Today's episode we have the incredible Mr. Mike Ahombi.
He is a KIZOMBA, URBANKIZ,TARRAXHINA AND TARRAXO instructor.
He was born in Kinshasa, D.R.Congo.
Moved to the USA in 2014.
From a early he has been involved in dancing from Afrobeat to Hip hop through Ndombolo. Mike’s french background, exposed him to Ghetto Zouk music and dance since the age of 12.
In this episode we talk about:
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Tarraxinha
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His Beginner Stage
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His time as a Professional Basketball player in the Congo
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What got him into Dancing
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His Childhood in the Congo
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Tips to improve your leading, following and Tarraxinha.
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His Transition from Africa to America.
...::Mike Ahombi Social Media::...
https://www.facebook.com/Ahombi/
https://www.facebook.com/micky.ahombi
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf7PSBqxHFwCe7b7uSjOK5w
https://www.instagram.com/ahombimike/
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There is a 10 second break at the 23:00 Minute mark, I forgot to edit out. I apologize
On Today's episode we have the incredible Mr. Dante Nero !!!
He is a Comedian/Actor/Relationship Guru/Philospher/ Renaissance Man/ unintentional Baddass/ DJ, stripper and bouncer.
He is the Podcast Host and Creator of "Man School 202" – Which is A weekly podcast to Save Men and Women's relationships!
Born and raised in NYC.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood.
How he became a Stripper
How he became a Comedian
How he became a Actor
How he became a Podcast Host
Patrice Oneal.
Overcoming Fear.
Great episode with an amazing individual.
...::Dante Nero Social Media::...
https://www.facebook.com/dante.nero
https://www.instagram.com/thedantenero/
https://www.instagram.com/realmanschool202/
Website
http://dantenero.com/
http://manschool202.com/
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Brasil
Zouk
BrazilianZouk
On this episode we have the amazing Larissa Almeida & Luí Salton.
Who are Brazilian Zouk Dancers, Instructors choreographers and performers.
Currently living in Brazil.
In this episode we talk about:
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Childhood In Brasil
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What got them into dancing
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The Dance Scene in Brasil
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Their beginner stage
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Their Teacher Training
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What makes them such amazing teachers
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Tips and Hints to improve your leading and following.
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On Today's Episode we have the incredible Eloy J Rojas.
Born in Venezuela.
Currently Lives In Berlin, Germany.
Started his professional training around 2008.
Background in ballroom, ballet, contemporary, lyric, latin, afro-latin and caribbean rhythms.
Director of his own dance school and dance team.
He moved in 2014 to Mexico City.
In 2016 he moved to Berlin.
In this episode we talk about:
Growing up in Venezuela
His Beginner Stage
What sparked his professional dance career.
What made him move to Berlin
What makes him such a great teacher
Tips and Hints on improving your lead.
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BrazilianZouk
#Zouk
#Brasil
#Brazil
On Today's Episode we have the incredible Ms. Rachel Ramalho.
Who is from Rio de Janeiro.
She is a Brazilian Zouk DJ, dancer, instructor, and performer and Choreographer,
Her and her family are also the owners of the Academia de Dança Ramalho's.
Which was started in 2008
In this episode we talk about :
Her Childhood in Brasil.
How she got introduced to Brazilian Zouk
Her beginner Stage
History of Lambada, Zouk, Forro
Tips on becoming a an excellent lead and follow
Great episode with an amazing individual !
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In this amazing episode we have Monica Kay & Billy Myles.
Who are the directors of Kizomba Harmony.
They are doing some incredible things for the Kizomba Community in Houston, TX.
They are also the creators of the first downloadable mobile Kizomba instructional app in the world, Kizomba To Go™ .
In this episode we talk about anything and everything about Kizoma/Semba.
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The current state of affairs in the dance community
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How to run a Business
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What it's like running a dance studio
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How to create safe dance environment.
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Hints and tips to improve your lead and follow !
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On Today's Episode we have two amazing individuals and musicians.
Mr. Donovan Cheatham and Mr. Collin Williams.
Collin is a well established saxophonist, producer and instructor.
Donovan is an impressive percussionist, conductor, and instructor.
They both graduated from North Carolina Central.
This was an amazing episode with two very good friends !!
In this episode we talk about:
- Their Childhoods
- What got them into music
- What it takes to become a successfull musician
- Their journey as musicians
- North Carolina Central
If you are interested in jazz or the jazz scene in Durham, North Carlina.
This is a perfect episode to check out !!!
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On Today's episode we have Ms. Brielle Friedman .
She is a Salsa Teacher and Performer, Writer, and marketing consultant based in New York City
First Stated Salsa Dancing back in 2010
Currently living in NYC, born in Florida.
Creator of Vitamin B – a Blog dedicated to Salsa and your life.
In this episode we talk about:
Her childhood Traveling the Globe.
Her Love of traveling the World.
Her Love of Competing in Dancing.
What get her into Dancing
Her beginner Stage
Her Blog
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http://socialdancecommunity.com/how-to-balance-your-dance-life-with-the-rest-of-your-life/
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Daniel Schauenburg EP 57
On Today's Episode we have the amazing and spectacular Daniel Schauenburg
Who is a Urban Kiz Teacher in Germany.
Daniel is from Feiburg, Germany.
In this episode we talk about:
His Childhood Growing up In Germany.
What got him into Dancing
His Beginner Stage.
What made him pursue dancing as a full time job.
The Current issues with Kizomba Festivals.
Learning to Teach.
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Anderson Mendes da Rocha and Brenda Carvalho EP 54
Who are Brazilian Zouk Instructors and Performers, Currently Living in San Paulo, Brazil.
In this episode We talk about:
What it was like growing up in Brasil.
Learning to Dance Brazilian Zouk
Their Beginner Stage.
Learning to Teach.
Overcoming Challenging Obstacles in your life.
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salsa
#Cuba
#Latin
Sadly, I Lost the last half of the interview with Mr. Segura.
I am terribly sorry for this.
Somehow Skype Damaged the recording.
I will definitely have Mr. Segura on again !!!
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On Today's Episode we have the Amazing Osmani Segura.
Who is a Professional Dancer, Dance Instructor and Choreographer
Born in Havana Cuba.
Specializes in Rumba, Afro-Cuban, Mambo, Cha Cha Chá, Casino de Calle, Reggaeton,
We speak about:
Growing up In Cuba
What got him into Dancing.
What brought him to Germany.
Learning to Teach.
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Today's episode I am with one half of the teaching duo Giedre & Joao. Giedre and João are Kizomba, Semba, Tarraxinha Dance Teachers, Performers and Choreographers.
Currently living in Frankfurt, Germany
In this episode we talk about
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The differences between Kizomba and Urban Kiz.
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How Kizomba and Urban Kiz are actually two different dances.
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What it takes to get to that next level of dancing.
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Why Experience levels are bullshit. (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
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The beef between the Kizomba and Kiz communities.
If you are interested in the Kizomba vs Urban Kiz. Please check this episode out. In no way shape or form does he or I believe one dance is superior than the other.
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Oh man, we have the one and only Mr. Steal Yo Girl / AKA Sergio Zelaya in the building ! This was an amazing episode becuase Mr. Zelaya knows so much about his craft. He is the Director at Bayou Movimiento LLC. An amazing Dance Company representing the New Orleans Area. He is also a full time High School teacher. He teaches Salsa and Bachata at Dance Quarter every Tuesday in New Orleans. Sergio is so amazing because he truly has a passion for dancing and teaching. He has an edge over a lot of instructors because he is a full time teacher as well. As we all know not everyone can teach. In this episode we talk about:
How / Why FRAME is so IMPORTANT
History of Salsa
Son
Bachata
Kizomba
Growing up in a Spanish Household
Quinceanera
His Dance Team
Musicality
The instruments in Salsa
Teaching Salsa Classes Beginner / Intermediate tips
I LOVE this guy and he is such an amazing dancer and teacher.
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Episode 4 with the beautiful Fransheska Pena.
An wonderfully talented follow in all the major dances: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba and Brazilian Zouk.
This was a wonderful episode where we learn about her childhood, dancing journey, dance team and a lot more.
IG: franshezs
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Get ready for the man, the myth, the legend: Pedrinho Mattos !!
Man I love this guy's energy, so infectious.
He is an amazing Brazilian Zouk dancer and Instructor, who brings such happiness to everyone he meets.
Owner Of UK Dance Connection In London. The Leading school for Zouk Lessons in London
In This episode we talk about:
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Growing up Dancing
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How he moved away from his mother to practice dancing.
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Brazilian Zouk
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Brazilian Lambada
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B-Zouk in London.
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Owning a Dance Studio
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Teaching
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What it is like being a professional Brazilian Zouk Instructor
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What it is like being a traveling Instructor.
https://www.instagram.com/ukdanceconnexion/
https://www.ukdc.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/ukdanceconnexion
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj-_GUKnfvbAnVsghzjFOCg
https://www.instagram.com/pnl_dance/
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