EVENTS

WHERE: Vida Bar & Grill, 12225-118 ave nw Edmonton

WHEN: EVERY FRIDAY 9pm lesson (starts Jun 30)

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939

TICKET INFO: $5 cover includes lesson

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Looking for a central location to do some dancing on the weekend? Want some authentic Latin food such as Mexican style tacos, Salvadorean Pupasas, or Chilean or Colombian style Empanadas to fill your appetite? SOOO GOOOD!!! Great way to have a full night of dancing plus some amazing Latin food and drink! Top it off with a fantastic dance lesson by ETOWN SALSA and you are ready to conquer the night!! Stay tuned as we will bring you a great DANCER's DJ to dance the night away. It will become a great new hot spot for dancers to get their groove on!

We have just updated the nights to be EVERY FRIDAY starting JUNE 30 till the end of AUGUST. We will have 2 DJ's every Friday as well and these include familiar names such as Dj Manny V , Dj Leo RL, Dj Philipe Flow, Dj Maximus, Dj Lushleeza, Dj Chad D, Dj Branmar, and of course Dj Lsensation.

We can't wait to heat up Vida Bar & Grill all summer long! SEE YOU ON THE DANCE FLOOR

WHERE: ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio, #201, 10923-101 st. NW, Edmonton

WHEN: Every Wed this summer 6-7pm

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939

TICKET INFO: $45+tax /4weeks, or $85+tax for 8 weeks

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$45+tax (4 wk)

For our 4 week class starting in Aug on Wednesdays

For Wed Drop-Ins $12.50+tax

WHERE: ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio, #201, 10923-101 st. NW, Edmonton

WHEN: Schedule below

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939 (Edmonton)

TICKET INFO: see details below

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SALSA LEVEL 1 - $80+tax/person

NOTE: All classes are at ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio located at #201, 10923-101 st. NW

Once you start salsa dancing, you will not stop. The world's most popular social dance is hitting Edmonton in a big way and here is your chance to start the right way with Edmonton's only LATIN & SALSA Dance Studio in the city. ETOWN SALSA not only makes dancing fun, but the methods of teaching will also impress you as to how fast you are picking up steps.

At ETOWN SALSA, we offer 4 different styles of Salsa. That's how much knowledge we know. Cuban & L.A. style are the easier of the 4 styles and ETOWN SALSA offers a class that will allow you to learn both in the same class. Of course you will not learn everything but you will learn the most important fundamentals to get you started and get you LOVING the Latin culture of dance in a FUN way. Not only that, SPANISH is that language that more and more North Americans are wanting to learn and ETOWN SALSA has combined BOTH! Si! Hablamos Espaņol! ;)

Don't wait another moment. There are classes for the complete beginner and the moderate dancers. Register now as classes are filling up quick. Singles and couples are welcome.

Description: no dance experience needed, no partner necessary but beneficial, just your enthusiasm, fun and smiles are necessary. ETOWN SALSA supplies assistance to members to even out partner ratios so please register for us to secure your partner. $10 LATE REGISTRATION FEE at the door so register early.

NEXT START DATES:

3 Mondays start Aug 14@6:00-8pm (6hrs total) Cuban/L.A style
3 Sundays start Sept 17@4:30-6:30 (6hrs total)

SALSA LEVEL 1.5 - $80+tax/person

3 Mondays start August 14@8:00-10:00pm (6hrs total)
3 Sundays start Sept 17@8:00-10pm (6hrs total)

SALSA LEVEL II - Drop-in $25^+tax/90 min or 8 classes $150^+tax

Sundays @6:30-8pm (every Sunday)
Tuesdays @ 6:30-8pm (every Tuesday)
Saturdays @3:45-5:15pm (note: please msg ahead if you plan to drop in unannounced at 780-906-7939)

To register with our MINDBODY app, watch our video to get familiar with the app.

To register, just make a purchase of drop-in or a pass and you can drop-in to any class posted on our site.

Note: Level II will challenge you for 6 months - 1 year depending on the individuals talent and skill . An average individual requires at least 1 year before moving up. Level III is by instructor admission only.

SALSA LEVEL III - Registered class

EVERY Thursday from 8-9pm (call/text 780-906-7939 to confirm)

Drop-in $20^+tax/60 min or 8 classes $100^+tax

WHERE: ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio, #201, 10923-101 st. NW, Edmonton

WHEN: Check start dates below

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939 (Edmonton)

TICKET INFO: $80+tax/person

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Bachata Lev 1 - $84 or $168 per couple

Bachata Lev 1.5 - $84 or $168 per couple

If you want to expedite your way to level 2 or maybe you took Bachata sometime ago and want to fast track to level 2 or maybe you finished level 1 and not quite ready for level 2 and want an easier transition. This Bachata class will review all of level 1 (6hrs) in the span of one 90 min class to confirm your fundamentals. If you can't keep up after this 1st class, we will refer you to retake lev 1 again. After the 1st class we will be working on new fundamentals that are easy to grasp and slowly add styling for the ladies and pattern work for the men. You won't be bored and this is a perfect class to progress you through to level 2 status!!
START DATES COMING:
4 Thursdays start Sept 7, 2017@6-7:30pm (6hrs total)

4 Thursdays start Oct, 2017@6-7:30pmpm (6hrs total)

  

$80+tax (4 wk)/person

 

 

WHERE: ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio, #201, 10923-101 st. NW, Edmonton

WHEN: Aug 24-30, see details below

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939

TICKET INFO: FREE but must PRE-REGISTER to attend

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WHERE: ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio, #201, 10923-101 st. NW, Edmonton

WHEN: Aug 31, 2017 6-10pm

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939

TICKET INFO: FREE

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ETOWN SALSA DANCE TEAMS

We are assembling Salsa & Bachata teams to get some fantastic training and put on some great choreographies for local Edmonton parties, charities, festivals and other functions. This will require a combination of team practice and team training. We welcome all levels and if you require more training, we provide a training program designed to get you up to speed as well.

TIME & COMMITMENT

How much do you LOVE Latin dancing? ETOWN SALSA is looking for enthusiastic, committed, hard working individuals to join one dance team to perform and display this beautiful dances we all call SALSA & BACHATA!

If the following information sounds FANTASTIC so far, then we will see you at the audition. If you want to attend, please write and submit a little about yourself on the following link .
Please REGISTER if you would like to audition. Please select which day you will attend by registering. If you cannot make it, please contact us to arrange a time to assess your skills and see if you will be a good fit.

AUDITION LOCATION (all dates):

HEAD QUARTERS ETOWN SALSA Dance Studios #201, 10923 - 101 st. [Click for building photo] FREE Parking available. We are right across from an ESSO Gas station by the Royal Alex Hospital.

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SELECT ONLY ONE AUDITION DATE TO ATTEND:
 
 
SALSA AUDITION DATE/TIME #2 - Thurs Aug 31@6-8pm
 
BACHATA AUDITION DATE/TIME #2 - Thurs Aug 31@8-10pm

If you CANNOT make either times, PLEASE EMAIL contactus@etownsalsa.com or CALL 780-906-7939 and we will arrange a 1 on 1 interview/audition

Pre-requisites:

- No Salsa/Bachata experience necessary but other dance training a must in this case.
- A desire for Latin music.
- A hard working individual
- Ability to learn footwork and choreography quickly
- A positive attitude
- A team player
- A committed person
- Good stage presence
- Professionalism on and off stage

Assets:

- Social dance experience.
- Music background like playing an instrument for years. - Classical music training like ability to read sheet music. - Dancing "On2" experience
- Previous salsa dance team experience
- Previous dance performance experience
- Jazz training/ Ballet training/ Partner training/ Ballroom training/ Swing training/ cheerleading training/ bellydance training. - High level folkloric traditional training such as Ukrainian etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

WILL I FIT IN IF I HAVE OTHER DANCE EXPERIENCE ONLY?
For example: We have had many females with jazz and ballet training under their belt. In fact, this training has been the best results for the fastest learning curve amongst new Latin dancers over the many years we have done this. As well, Belly dancers, Hip hop, and even cheer leaders!

WHAT DOES AN AUDITION ENTAIL?
STEP 1: First you will need to bring your dance shoes or a clean pair. Please wear stretchy attire appropriate for a dance class. You will be required to do your own stretching and warm up 15 min before beginning your audition. Everyone registered will be required to learn a short shine choreography that will take about 30 min to teach and learn. You will all get an opportunity to demonstrate alone to the directors what you have learned. You will then all get a chance to partner with each other and social dance what you know of Salsa.

I'M INTIMIDATED BY THE AUDITION, WILL THIS BE DIFFICULT?
As the pre-requisites show, candidates do not necessarily have to have a lot of dance experience but have to show a willingness to learn and give their all, every time on stage. Those we feel have potential, we will ask to be on the training team to develop their skills. If you have some Salsa experience but not quite yet for the dance teams, we will refer you to register for our TRAINING PROGRAM that will give you a year of in depth knowledge into Salsa / Bachata and performing as well.

WILL I BE ABLE TO COMMITT?
Past history shows someone with a regular 9-5 job has a better lifestyle to fit the team time commitments. If you have a busy off-work schedule already, past history shows that this can be a little too much on someones plate to add on top. Currently if you are on other dance teams, this may be too much for you to handle as times will be harder to coordinate with team members so we are not selected people that are currently on other groups and plan to continue with them while joining our groups. You may be selected to be on more than one team. We are looking for 2 to 3 days a week for practice and performances (mostly Saturdays or Sundays). To begin practices are 2-3 days a week, but as performances near, more practices are required leading up. Weekday evenings will require practice by attending classes regularly to re-inforce fundamentals and to progress faster. For the ladys team, there will be no partnering required so practicing by yourself at your convenience is encouraged highly. If you are brought on as a TRAINING MEMBER or to be on the BEGINNER STUDENT TEAM, you will be required to come to classes on a regular basis during weekday evenings or weekends. Most events will be weekend commitments and advance notice of dates will be available.

WHAT IS THE COST?
Each team member will be required to pay a flat fee each month for rented dance space and the directors time. An overall cost is broken down into a set number of months.(These teams will be financially managed differently than the Advanced Dance Team) Performance costumes and funds for out of town event accommodations and travel will be out of pocket depending if the event is compensating portions or all of the event. A costume can cost between $100-$250 per routine.

DO I NEED TO PAY FOR OUT OF TOWN EVENTS AND TRAVEL?
Our team goal this year is to attend at least 1 out of town national event to represent EDMONTON!, and 1 international event to represent CANADA! Fund raisers will be held to supplement a portion of funds needed for out of town events. The remainder will be out of pocket. Last year the teams attended the Calgary Salsa Congress and Saskatoon Salsa Congress fully paid and partially paid respectively.

WHAT EVENTS ARE PLANNED FOR 2017 - 2018?
We are searching for a larger event for 2018 to attend for our more advanced teams. For our trainees we plan either Calgary or Montreal. Festivals to attend will be Mi Tierra Festival, Edmonton Carnaval, Heritage Days, Edmonton Latin Festival. Event dates need to be confirmed and are based on availability and economic feasibility.

HOW LONG IS THIS COMMITMENT?
We are looking at an 9 month period and we will take a couple breaks in between. Such as a few weeks in December/January and possibly another break in May or early June. In turn, we will tack on practices in July to prepare for a few festivals.

MONTHLY FEES (6 or 10 mth commitment):

TRAINING PROGRAM TEAM - $120/mth SALSA or BACHATA STUDENT TEAM: $120/ mth - 10 month commitment.
BOTH STUDENT TEAM AND BACHATA TEAM - $170/mth

SALSA INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED TEAM: TBA/mth - 9 month commitment (Sept-May payments, and potential extra months available as well with performing)
SALSA COMPETITIVE TEAM: tba/mth - 6 mth commitment at a time. (requires previous salsa experience/ payment based on experience)

WHERE: ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio, #201, 10923-101 st. NW, Edmonton

WHEN: See details below...

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939

TICKET INFO: $80+tax

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SALSA CUMBIA LEV 1 - $80+tax/person

For those interested in taking a simpler style of salsa that has much similarities to Cuban style with a flare of Colombian footwork, this is the class for you! Its for absolute beginners and we are welcoming singles and couples. Your instructor Alex believe it or not started off with this common popular Latin dance that is normally for the untrained dancer. Easy to pick up and a great way to get into other styles of Salsa such as Cuban or L.A.!

If you are single, please register at least 72 hrs ahead to give us enough time to find you a partner.

UPCOMING START DATES :
3 Saturdays start Sept 16 @4:30-6:30 (6hrs total)

SALSA CUMBIA LEV 2 - $80+tax/person

Pre-requisites: Basics of Colombian style Cumbia Salsa. This next level is a continuation of this beautiful dance and you will learn some more fancy patterns to make your salsa that much more fluid!

UPCOMING START DATES:

4 Thursdays start Sept 7 @7:30-9pm

4 Thursdays start Oct 5 @7:30-9pm

WHERE: ETOWN SALSA Dance Studio, #201, 10923-101 st. NW, Edmonton

WHEN: See details below...

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939

TICKET INFO: $10 cover includes FREE lesson.

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September means back to school and you know what that means! More stress, more parties!! That's RIGHT! We got you covered! Latino's do it the RIGHT WAY! Come enjoy a night of Salsa & Bachata and de-stress your way back to work. Latin dancing has become the most populat hobby amongst dance enthusiasts and if you haven't experienced it yet, you definitely SHOULD!

Our nights starts off with a PHENOMENAL Dance lesson by Alejandro Rojas who will give you the 1's and 2's of dancing. Experience either Salsa, Bachata, Chacha, Cumbia or Merengue!! It's for sure going to get you moving all night! Then we will have 2 dj's to keep you dancing all night. Check regularly for our featured DJ's each party night. Our dates for the fall season are

WHERE: Glengarry Community Hall, 13325 89 St NW, Edmonton

WHEN: Saturday Oct 28, 2017 @ 8pm

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635 or 780-906-7939

TICKET INFO: $15 (1st 50 tix sold), $20 after

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WHERE: Renaissance Edmonton Int'l Airport Hotel

WHEN: Sunday December 31,2017@6pm

CONTACT INFO:1-888-337-3635

TICKET INFO: TBA

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It is no doubt going to be THE BEST Latin event this city will have seen in terms of pure sheer entertainment value that you will receive as part of your entry to this event.

Stay tuned and enter your email into our mailing list at http://www.etownsalsa.com or just above if your already on our site.