DANCE forms & STYLES
Welcome to Salsakompaniet, wether you are a beginner or a professional.
We are proud to have Norways broadest offer in latin dance, both when it comes to different styles and level. Below you can find description of the different styles we offer. Be aware that our schedule differs from season to season.
mambo
Mambo (also known as Salsa new York style.) is a salsa style that is marked on the second count in the musical phrase, following the pattern of the conga drums and the clave. Salsa on2 was born in New York in the 1970, developed by Eddie Torres, also known as the Mambo King. The style is elegant and smooth, other characteristics are complicated and flashy footwork combinations as well as intricate partnerwork and style for social dancing. In Salsakompaniet all our classes on2 are under the concept La Casa del Mambo, developed by Jazzy Ruiz.
salsa
SALSA ON1 (LA Style)
Salsa on1, also called Salsa LA style or Salsa Line style was created in the 1990 by the famous Vazquez brothers. Salsa originates from Cuba in the middle of the 1970’s. Salsa on1 / Salsa LA is a development and more modern form of Salsa, with more technique.
CUBAN SALSA
In Cuba, a popular dance named Casino, was being called Cuban Salsa, when the brand “Salsa” became popular in the 70’s. The name comes from “Casinos Deportivos”, where they danced social dance from the middle of 1900.
What brings life to Cuban Salsa is not technique but use of Afro-Cuban dance and movement.
BACHATA
Bachata originates from the Dominican Republic. In this class you will learn the original dominican style and the modern Bachata Sensual style. Here you will learn everything you need to know to become a social dancer and be able to dance with everyone. You will learn the right techique, how to lead and follow, footwork and combinations.
