Salsa courses in Oslo
Cuban salsa: courses in Oslo for all levels
Cuban salsa (Casino) is the dance everything at Contigo builds on. It is an energetic, playful partner dance, driven by the rhythm of the music. Social and improvised, where no dance is ever quite like the last.
About the dance
What is Cuban salsa?
Cuban salsa, or Casino, comes from Cuba and has roots in Cuban son. The dance is a combination of moves, improvisation and solo dancing with a partner, and the partners circle around each other. Casino is the foundation of rueda de casino, where you dance in a circle and switch partners on cue.
Casino is danced all over the world. You can use what you learn in class at social dance nights in most larger cities, whether you are travelling or moving somewhere new.
With us, the dance is as much about community as about steps. It is a dance you learn best together with others, with plenty of room to get it wrong along the way.
What you learn
- Basic steps, weight transfer and timing
- Leading: giving clear, calm signals
- Following: reading signals and being easy to read yourself
- Moves and how they fit together
- Musicality: Cuban music and rhythm
- A taste of rueda de casino
Levels
Find your level
We take you step by step, from the first basic steps as far as you want to go.
- Beginner
Never danced before? This is where everyone starts. We go through the basic steps at a calm pace.
- Practiced
You are starting to feel comfortable with the basic steps and ready for more of the basic moves and better flow.
- Improver
You are growing more confident on the dance floor and starting to work on musicality and styling.
- Intermediate
You have the fundamentals down and want to work on more complex moves, combinations, partner work and your own expression.
- Advanced
You have solid experience and want to work more on improvisation, technique and details.
FAQ
Questions about Cuban salsa
What is the difference between Cuban salsa and other salsa?
Cuban salsa (Casino) is danced in a circular motion, the couple moving around each other, while linear salsa (LA/NY) is danced along a line.
Which level should I start at?
If you have never danced Cuban salsa, start at Beginner. If you know the basic steps, Practiced or Improver will suit you. Unsure? Get in touch and we will help you.
What is rueda de casino?
Rueda is salsa danced in a circle where a leader calls out the moves and everyone switches partners at the same time. It is social and fun, and something we are fond of at Contigo.