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Where:
Mambo D Dance Center
315 W. 36th St, 10th Floor, Suite 1003
Bet. 8th & 9th Aves
New York, NY 10018

How to get there:
A, E or C train to 34th St/8th Ave (Penn Station)
Walk 2 blocks up 8th Ave to 36th St

What to wear:
No street shoes allowed in studio.
Comfortable leather(smooth) or suede bottom shoes. Avoid rubber sole. A change or two of dry shirts, Dance tights or Loose pants/skirts.

WELCOME TO THE NEW
MAMBO D DANCE CENTER

OCTOBER 2008 

Click "this month's schedule" to go to our current month's schedule.

 
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GROUP COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 

SALSA BASICS 1
Learn the fundamentals (basic steps, Crossbody lead, basic turns) of the hottest dance in the world.

(No experience or partner necessary);

SALSA BASICS 2
Strengthen and learn more of the fundamentals (1 1/2 turns, intro to complex timing concepts, basic combos of steps and turn patterns).

Pre-requisites: SALSA BASICS 1 or a basic knowledge of dancing Salsa "On2". (no partner necessary).

SALSA ADVANCED BEGINNER
Gain more experience while learning more complex turn patterns and step combinations to boost your confidence on the dance floor.

Pre-requisites: SALSA BASICS 2 or at least 6 months of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (no partner necessary).

SALSA INTERMEDIATE 1
Learn how to use the Clave concepts to properly mix simple & complex steps and turn patterns and dance with greater confidence. 

Pre-requisites: SALSA ADVANCED BEGINNER or at least 1 year of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (No partner necessary).

SALSA INTERMEDIATE 2 & ADVANCED
Learn all the nuances that make Salsa partnering more fun.  Develop better technique, form and musicality to become more creative on the dance floor.  Acquire the strength necessary for a much advanced level of dancing.

Pre-requisites: SALSA INTERMEDIATE 1 or at least 1 1/2 year of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (No partner necessary).

CHA CHA BASICS  
Learn the basic skills (basic steps, Crossbody lead, basic turns) to enjoy Cha Cha partner dancing.

(No experience or partner necessary).

CHA CHA INTERMEDIATE
This is a great opportunity to brush up and acquire more skills to enjoy Cha Cha partner dancing.

Pre-requisites: CHA CHA BASICS or at least 1 year of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (No partner necessary).

CHA CHA ADVANCED
Learn all the nuances and develop musicality to dance with greater flair and have more fun.

Pre-requisites: CHA CHA INTERMEDIATE  or at least 1 1/2 year of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (No partner necessary).

SALSA LADIES' STYLING
Explore how to fully express yourself to the unique rhythms of Salsa through isolated body movements, arm styling and technique for turns and the development of a challenging open choreography.

Pre-requisites: ADVANCED BEGINNER or at least 6 months of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (Ladies only).

SALSA MEN'S STYLING
Gain great confidence and poise while working on those moves that impress the most on the dance floor.  Develop greater posture, execute smoother turns and dance with superb flair.

Pre-requisites: ADVANCED BEGINNER or at least 6 months of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (Men only).

PACHANGA
The Pachanga is back.  Take this unique opportunity to learn the steps to that carefree dance that briefly replaced the Cha-Cha in popularity in the 50's.  Basic exercises will have you enjoy Pachanga very quickly. 

Pre-requisites: ADVANCED BEGINNER or at least 6 months of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (no partner necessary).

AFRO-CUBAN GROOVES
Learn very typical steps used when dancing the Son, Charanga and the more folkoric Guaguanco to develop that Afro-Cuban feeling in your Salsa.  A great emphasis is put on the dancer's body.

Pre-requisites: ADVANCED BEGINNER or at least 6 months of experience dancing Salsa "On2". (no partner necessary).

SALSA BODY MOVEMENTS & ISOLATIONS
Learn specific body isolations (ribcage, hips, shoulders, etc) for proper executions of movements in any latin dances.

No experience or partner necessary.

SALSA SPIN TECHNIQUE
Learn specific footwork, spotting and balance exercises for flawless execution of single, double or more turns in Salsa & Cha Cha.

Pre-requisites: SALSA BASICS 1 or a basic knowledge of Salsa dancing "On2". (no partner necessary).

SALSA WORKOUT
Relieve stress from work.  Enjoy a great workout while having the time of your life moving to hot latin rythmns.

No experience or partner necessary.

Sign up today. By phone: (917) 400-2210 or by e-mail: mambod@mambod.com

 



STUDIO RENTALS

Private Studio Available For Rent
Clean & Bright
Fully Air Conditioned
Wood Floors
3 Bathrooms
Dressing Rooms
Sound Systems
TV/VCR/DVD Player
CD Player/iPod Hookup
Sports Drinks & Water
Snacks
Long & Short Term Booking Daytime Only For:
Rehersals, Dance Instructions, Yoga, Tai Chi Classes,
Regular Monthly Classes, Open Call Auditions,
Children's Parties, Seminar Meetings.

For info about availability and rates, please call (917) 400 - 2210


 
       
       
 
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