Cuban Salsa (Casino) — circular, Afro-Cuban vocabulary, no slot, all improvisation. Originated in Havana · 1950s. Typically danced around 180-220 BPM (fast).
Circular footwork; Afro-Cuban vocabulary; spontaneous improvisation.
What to expect: The original Havana social dance. Partners move in a circle (not a slot), with Afro-Cuban body movement. Found at Cuban nights and Latin socials worldwide. Great beginner friendly base.
Afro-Latin and Caribbean nights celebrate the roots of much of today's social Latin dance. Expect live percussion at some events, a focus on connection over patterns, and a warm welcome to beginners who come ready to listen.
Watch first if you're new. Ask the DJ or host what's being played - these dances carry deep cultural lineages that are worth learning by name, not just by step.
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