4 Tips To Get Ready For Attending A Salsa Festival

Salsa is one of the most popular dances in the world. Reflective of its Latino origins are the hot and heavy moves that come with the dance. Often, it will require you to be in close physical contact with a partner.  No two dancers can finish dancing to a song and not feel some sort of connection, however little, afterwards. It has that power to break social barriers. Perhaps it is the greatest form of social dance. Part of being a real salsera or salsero is visiting a salsa congress. This allows you to get in touch with the different other dance enthusiasts and their cultures from around the globe. Knowing the dance community is just as important as knowing the techniques. Dancing is a social act, it was made as a venue for people to communicate emotions they cannot otherwise express in mere words.  That being said, it's always a good idea to come prepared to these congresses and festivals and know what to expect. Here is a list of things to remember to make your experience worthwhile: Easily one of the most popular dances in the world, there are literally dozens of festivals and congresses held each month in different countries to celebrate it. For the avid enthusiast, going to an international fest is like going to Mecca. That is the spirit of dancing, to interact with different people the way our languages cannot -to relate to other cultures on a much higher level. Before everything else, where do you want to visit? -These events are held all over the world. Find the nearest congress venue for convenience, or take the event as a chance to visit the places you've always wanted to visit.  Know where to go: A newbie seeing a list of the many festivals to attend is a little like a kid in a candy store. You won't know where to start. Would you prefer humid Singapore, or would you be more comfortable in nippy Europe? What festival would host the salsa superstar you'd want to meet? How about going someplace you can afford to go? Consider your own preferences and limitations in choosing an apt venue. Secure those full passes in advance: A full pass will allow you to attend all the workshops during the day and all the events and parties during the night. Since these events are often filled to capacity, it's definitely a good idea to book passes months before the actual event. That way, not only will you probably get a discount, you'll save yourself the hassle of going overseas for a festival and finding out there are no more slots left. Pace yourself: You're in a salsa festival for varied reasons, there's the learning to be had, the parties to conquer, the cultures to absorb, the people to meet, and everything else that comes with all that. Sleep when you can, hours of dancing will take its toll. Stick to your budget so you can still go home later in the trip. Remember that above all, you're there to enjoy the festivities and revel in the culture. Pace yourself and absorb what you can without burning out. Take notes -no, not literally, unless you want to. Besides having fun, this will be a very educational experience. You'll get to meet Salsa greats from all over the world. You'll learn dozens from the available day workshops. Soak in the culture and don't be afraid to try new things. Enjoy the festivities, it's not called a Salsa festival for nothing. The dance is about fun, socializing, and sharing cultures. Never be afraid to try and learn new things. Stay safe and good luck!  Μάθετέ Latin και Ballroom στη Σχολή Χορού Fuente