Salsa dancing
Your new favourite hobby?
Are you looking for a new hobby? Try salsa! There are different types, from the fun and carefree Cuban salsa, also known as casino, to elegant and classy crossbody salsa. You can also dance as a team in a rueda, where a cantante (singer) calls out the names of the moves and everyone does them in sync. Or, if you prefer dancing alone, you can practise your technique with styling classes. Still not convinced? Below are some more reasons for you to give it a try!
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Keep fit
Dancing is a natural and fun way to exercise - much better than lifting weights in the gym! Because you're enjoying yourself, you won't even notice that you're getting a cardio workout at the same time.
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Make friends
Dancing classes and socials are very sociable activities. You can meet like-minded people who share a hobby with you, and count on some familiar faces every time you go dancing. Plus, the salsa community spans the whole country, so even if you go dancing in a new place, you're sure to bump into somebody you know!
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Express yourself
Once you get over any initial self-consciousness of learning a new skill and trying it out in front of other people, dancing is a great way to express yourself. Switch your brain off for a few hours and let the music inspire you!
Other popular dance styles are bachata and kizomba.
Coded by Elizabeth Gardiner