Afro-Latin Salsa II

Catalog description

Beginner/intermediate-level course designed and structured to build upon students who have completed Afro-Latin dance practices with the movement, historical context, culture and rhythms associated with Afro-Latin movement dance. Framework of movement involves reviewing beginner, then covers intermediate fundamentals in footwork and partner work that is learned in salsa technique progression modules. Along with progression modules, addresses through online readings and documentaries the history and social significance of Afro-Latin movement practices, such as salsa on2, cha cha and bachata. Through learning intermediate fundamentals and applying them through social dancing, students succeed and evolve in becoming knowledgeable and proficient social dancers within the salsa community. Expects students to not only have fun, but to integrate their learning within the ASU salsa community.