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Why some partners won’t tell you when you’re making them uncomfortable

have always advocated strongly for dancers to speak up when something hurts, or when they’re uncomfortable. I still think it’s very important for dancers to learn how to use their voice.

But, part of understanding our current social dance culture is also understanding that some people are not yet confident enough to speak up.
No “Blame” (Usually). While we don’t like to think about it, sometimes we might be the person who made someone uncomfortable.

There are very few (if any) people who actively want to make their....... read on

Thursday Salsa Nights

• Every Thursday 8:30pm - 12am
Come & soak in the Latin flavours; drink, dine & dance the night away at Casa Publica! Dancing from 9pm with DJ Kevin, then DJ Reuben10pm, latest & greatest Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba Everyone welcome! 

Salsa Night Fever

• Saturday 8th June 8:15pm - 12:30am
Latin Party & FREE Merengue Dance Intro 8:30pm to start the night. Then DJR playing the latest: Salsa, Bachata, Cha, Kizomba. $5pp Door entry & Free Entry before 9pm. everyone welcome.

Salsa Beginners 101 Course

• Tuesday 11th June 6:15pm (1hr)
Salsa Beginners 101 8 Week Course. Learn modern Salsa, the most popular Latin dance in the world! No Partner needed to join, Everyone welcome. Learn from NZ Salsa Champions, Robyn & Reuben.

Salsa Improvers 203 & 201

• Monday 6:15pm 10th June - 203 Course
• Tuesday 7:30pm 11th June - 201 Course
After Beginners Salsa, join in any 201, 202, 203 or 204 (4 week courses) in any order. Complete 16 weeks total to progress to the Salsa Intermediate level.

Salsa Intermediate Course

• Tuesday 11th June 8:30pm - 319 Course
After Improvers Salsa, join in any of the 80 (4 week courses). Take in any order! Learn 6 years of New Shines syllabus & Partner-work & Advanced sections. Plus 30mins Free practice time after class.

Kizouk Party

• Saturday 22nd June 8:30pm - 12am
DJ-G playing the Kizomba & Zouk Music all night to dance to. Starting with easy-to-dance-to music then evolving into a wide range of genres and styles. $5pp Door entry, BYO, everyone welcome. 

Kizomba Beginners 101 Course

• Monday 24th June 7:30pm (1hr)
Kizomba is a sexy, sensual & very popular partner dance in Europe, similar to Tango in some way. 8 weeks course. Ideal for the absolute beginner. No Partner needed to join, Everyone welcome. 

Hanmer Salsa Winter Fest

• Friday 5th & Saturday 6th July 2019
A fun weekend holiday of Salsa, Samba, Bachata & Kizomba Workshops & Massive Parties. Full info is Out Now! Early Bird deals are selling fast! There is something for all levels including beginner passes.

Salsa Beginners 101 Course

• Monday 8th July 6:15pm (1hr)
Salsa Beginners 101 8 Week Course. Learn modern Salsa, the most popular Latin dance in the world! No Partner needed to join, Everyone welcome. Learn from NZ Salsa Champions.

Private Lessons

For Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba this is an awesome way to progress faster, jump levels or if you miss a class to catch up. In a private lesson we go through all little details that we can not attend to in group classes & fix bad habits you may pick up along the way. 

Salsa Latina Concession Cards

These cards can be used for any level, of Salsa, Bachata or Kizomba classes. They also make great gifts. You can conveniently order these online via Pay pal on our website, once you have purchased this can pick up your card when you come to class.