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CURRENT CLASSES
with GEMINI

*A NEW CLASS SESSION STARTS AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH MONTH*


Euphoria Studio

1235 SE Division St. Portland, Oregon 97202
Sunday
6-7pm
Beginning 2 Salsa
7-8pm Intermediate 1 Salsa
8-9pm Beginning 1 Salsa

Salem Fitness Center
5115 Commercial Street. SE Salem, Oregon.
97306
Monday
7:30-8:30pm Beginning 1 Salsa
8:30-9:30pm Beginning 2 Salsa


Club 915
SW 915 2nd & Taylor
Tuesday
7-8pm Beginning 1 Salsa
8-9pm Beginning 2 Salsa

Club 915
SW 915 2nd & Taylor
Thursday
10:00-10:30pm
Beginning 1 Salsa
   

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If you are interested in VIP Membership, the $100 monthly fee grants you access to all Gemini Salsa classes. Also, you will have free access to the Thursday Salsa Nights at New Fernandos Club 915.

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Class Descriptions (all classes taught "on 1")

Beginning 1 Salsa:
If you've never danced salsa or you are interested in brushing up on your basics (which we could all use every now and then), this is the class for you. We'll explain the beat of salsa music, open and closed positions of salsa, frame, lead and follow language, and we'll break down the basic step, cucaracha, cumbia, and the diamond step. Then we'll work on the ladies' inside and outside turn, guys' inside turn, basic turn patterns, and the cross body lead. After a few lessons, you'll be ready to hit the dance floor with your set of moves. Then it's up to you to practice, practice, practice!!

Beginning 2 Salsa: Once you've got the basics down, it's time for you to move on to the next level. We'll introduce the advanced basic (progressive basic) and simple footwork patterns. We'll start with the cross body lead with an inside turn and outside turn, then we'll work on the open break with a cross body lead and outside turn. The last combination will be a hammerlock, then with an open break cross body lead.

Intermediate 1 Salsa: In order for you to fully understand our intermediate steps and patterns, you should understand the rhythm of salsa music (knowing how to count to the music is helpful, too). You should be able to socially dance the Beginning 1 and 2 moves before moving on to this class. The patterns taught in this class will vary from month to month. You will learn new moves combining what you've learned from the hammerlock, open break, cross body lead, and more. Gemini is constantly working on new moves, so you'll never get bored in this class!

Intermediate 2 Salsa: Now you're ready to get hard core!! This class will work on more complicated moves, including intricate footwork with and without your partner. Gemini is known for their complex arm movements, so don't be afraid to get close to your partner.

Intermediate/ Advanced Salsa: (not currently in session) If you make it this far, you will learn complex combinations that will incorporate dips and tricks (moves in the air and on the floor) to mix excitement into your dancing! All of our moves will be taught using proper safety and technique.

Body Control and Isolations: (not currently in session) In this class, you will learn how to break down the movements you use when dancing salsa, from head to toe. This class is open to all levels of dancers, both leads and follows. We will concentrate on exercises to work on balance and control for better turns. Don't miss this class because Gemini has many years of experience with breakdance and body movement.

Ladies Styling: This class will touch on several aspects of styling. After a few lessons, you will have a better idea of how to hold your body while dancing, where to put those arms, how to toss your head, and what to do with your feet when your partner lets you shine. After all, he's the frame and YOU are the picture - so we'll work on being sexy! You should know at least the basic salsa step, cross body lead, and how to do a basic turn to fully take advantage of this class.

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Ladies Styling Performance class
(not currently in session) (for intermediate/advanced salseras): If you're ready to shine on the dance floor and you're interested in performing, than this class is a good fit for you. Jenny will teach an intermediate/advanced level all-ladies routine over the course of two months. At the end of the session, the class will perform the routine at a local venue. Previous performance class experience might be helpful, but is not necessary. You should fully understand how to count shines to music, as this will be the emphasis of the routine since there is no partner dancing involved.

 

Private classes available. Contact 503-740-9100 for details.

Javier Solis * GEMINI * P.O. Box 8102 * Portland, OR 97207
Tel. +1.503.740.9100 * www.geminisalsa.com * e-mail: gemini_salsa@yahoo.com
Internationally Recognized Professional Dancer, Instructor, Promoter & Choreographer

 


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