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	Salsa Beginners Course Starting NEXT Monday 6:15pm, Enroling now. Free 1st class, Mention to all your friends & family to come join in the fun...more below
	Salsa Bridge Course Starting NEXT Monday 7:30pm, If you were in the Monday beginners which has just finished, progress to this level. You can infact join this level anytime after any Salsa beginners.

	Hanmer Salsa Winter Festival: 16th & 17th July (THIS Weekend!) - Don't miss out this weekend! Enjoy hotpools, hot Salsa night & day workshops inc; Salsa Zumba Brazil, Zouk, Bachata & more with local & international Dance teachers. NEW - Carlos Cinta (USA) x4 Bachata workshops on Sunday - info below...

	Salsa on Thursdays @ Salsa Latina: Starts back this Thursday- Free Entry. x2 DJ'S x2 Studio's, DJ Reuben in Studio#1 Salsa, Bachata etc. & DJ Ezra in Studio#2 Zouk.. Come dance the night away - Carlos Cinta will be at the studio this week (pre-Hanmer warmup) ....more below
	The Venue: Music Bar Salsa Night: was a Great night on Thurs 7th July, fabulous dance floor to dance on and the good news is we have more of these Salsa nights coming! See Photos from Thurs on our facebook page.

	Wall of Mirrors Now just installed in Studio#2 on the weekend, with new flooring also, it's looking great!

	Salsa Night on Saturday @ The Venue 23rd July (post Hanmer), Free Entry, more below...

	Burlesque Dance Classes Next Tues, Beginners, with Monique. Now running full... more below

	Fiesta Latina: Live Salsa Band & Burlesque Show @ The Venue Music Bar, Fri 12th August... more below

	Cha & Mambo (Salsa On2) course starting Monday 1st August, 8:30pm - Open level.. info coming..

	Cuban Salsa 4 week course starting Monday 15th August 7:30pm - Open Level... info coming

	Salsa & Zouk practica Both now at 4pm Sat, Zouk in new studio#1 & Salsa in Studio#1, more below..

	Saturday Salsa Night @ Venue 23rd July, full information coming very soon!

	Studio Green Stickered; Salsa latina Studios (54 Fitzgerald Ave) has a "GREEN STICKER" The studio was inspected by engineers & the studio is structurally safe for public use. The supports are "extra"

N.B: NEW classes yellow - See the Full monthly timetables here>

Start date: Monday 18th July 2011
Time: 6:15 - 7:15 (every week for 8 weeks)
Teachers: Lise & Reuben

Salsa Class (Linear salsa On1) Learn Salsa dance basics and motion. No Dance partner required & no experience needed. This course is purely Salsa. You can join anywhere up to week2 if you have never danced Salsa! ...tell all your friends so they can join in!

You will Learn;	10 footwork patterns (shines) 18 Turn patterns, moves & variations 5 Essential beginner salsa fundamentals**

	FREE 1st Class - Join in Now >

Location: Salsa Latina Studios- 54 Fitzgerald Ave, Christchurch CBD, New Zealand >

Start date: Monday 18th July
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 (every week for 4 weeks)
Teachers: Lise & Reuben
Prices: Casuals Class $15 or Salsa Latina Concession Cards, more about prices here >

Salsa Class (Linear salsa On1) Bridge Course - (updated course) This is a short 4 week supplemental course that is optional to take, we recommend taking this level either after Beginners or as well as Improver Level. You will learn Variations & fun combos that are based on Beginner Fundamentals. Plus learn basic dips and learn 2 new beginners Fundamentals. Can I Join this Level? Join this level 'any time' after completing the Beginners level. Where do I go after completing? Join in the Improvers Level course.

You will Learn;	2 footwork patterns (shines) Spin basics Basic Dips 4 Turn patterns, moves & variations 2 Extra Beginner variants & fundamentals**

	Join in Now >

Location: Salsa Latina Studios- 54 Fitzgerald Ave, Christchurch CBD, New Zealand >

Date: Thursdays - 8:45pm-12:00am (starting back from 14th July) ... Carlos Cinta will be at this event pre-Hanmer Salsa Night Warmup

Social Night - Totally Fun filled & Hot. Drink and dance the night away. Every Thursday night . Come down and have a look, a drink and have a dance! It's the most popular Salsa Night of the week. Anyone can come, this night is for everybody at all levels.
FREE Entry all night & everyone is welcome at any time.
Music & DJ's - DJ Reuben (Salsa Latina) in Studio#1 playing the very best and newest Latin Music for all dance levels - including; Salsa, Mambo, Merengue, Cha, Bachata & Zouk from 8:45pm - Dj Ezra in Studio#2 playing the latest Brazilian music & Zouk from 9:30pm
Drinks - BYO (& Glasses)

Location: Salsa Latina Studios- 54 Fitzgerald Ave, Christchurch CBD, New Zealand >

Date: Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th July 2011

- Saturday: Daytime Latin Dance & Zumba Classes - Saturday: The Salsa Party - Sunday: Bachata Dance Classes with Carlos Cinta (USA)
The famous Hot Springs Salsa yearly winter fest, with latin dance workshops in the afternoons & Salsa Party at Night. "Road Trip to Hanmer Springs - Its hot both inside the pool and hotter the Salsa hall"

Salseros from all around the New Zealand Christchurch, Dunedin, Westcoast, Blenheim, Nelson, Wellington, Wanganui, Auckland & further abroad will combine this year and spend an awesome snowy winter weekend in Hanmer to move to the rythms of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and Cha cha cha at the Hanmer Memorial Hall. So bring the kids and enjoy the treasures that Hanmer has to offer. Even though its often snowing it will be hot in the salsa hall and the hot pools... not to be missed!
This is a beautiful alpine village ...enjoy the hotpools.. It's also the first weekend of the school holidays, kids are welcome at the party, infact school kids are free entry.

Saturday Dance Workshops
Saturday afternoon Workshops (1hr each) Note: Open Level means for 'All Levels'. Times and workshops details may change as the date approaches, keep an eye on this page.
10:30am Zumba Brazil (Samba/Axé) - Open Level - with Marcela - (DWM/Salsa Latina, Christchurch)
11:45pm Dips & Tricks - Open Level (all styles) - with Donna & Jeff - (Latin Fire, Christchurch)
Lunch 12:45pm-1:15pm (30mins)
1:15pm - Bachatango 'New Combo' - Open Level - with Reuben & Marcela - (Salsa Latina, Christchurch)
2:30pm - Zouk (Open Level & Imp/Int) - with Saione &.. - (Viva Latino, Auckland)
3:45pm - Salsa (Improver & Intermediate) - with Alfonso & Rebecca- (Latin Moves, Dunedin)
Saturday Workshop Prices: $15 for 1 worksho, $25 for 2 workshop, $35 for 3 workshops $45 for 4 workshop, $50 for 5 workshops - Pay on the day, Cash only

Hanmer Salsa Party
Saturday Night Salsa Party with Latin Dance Intro
Dance Intro 8pm 30-45min Bachata with Carlos Cinta USA. This intro class is ideal for absolute beginners and all other levels to get started with some dancing for the night! Plus a great taste tester for the workshops on Sunday
Social Salsa Dancing all night from 8pm, come and dance the night away. This is a BYO party, bring your own drinks. Great dance floor, great sound system, be prepared for one of the most fun, relaxed & greatest Salsa nights for 2011. DJ Zu-k-ro starting the night off with more Zouk, Bachata & Salsa & Dj Reuben finishing the night off with the latest & greatest Bachata, Zouk, Cha, Salsa, Merengue and more...
Time: 8pm till 1am
MC: Annie -DJ's: DJ Reuben & DJ Zu-k-ro
Price: $5 entry for adults, Free for school kids

Sunday Dance Workshops with Carlos Cinta USA
Sunday Bachata Workshops with special guest.... "Carlos Cinta from USA". 1hr classes
10:00am Bachata Breakdown (musicality) - Open Level - after this class, you will never hear bachata music the same again... you will now hear all the instruments, understand the timing of the breaks and be able to connect to the songs on a much larger scale ! ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT BACHATA CLASSES YOU WILL EVER TAKE !
11:15pm Timing & Traditional Steps - Open Level - No need to "fear" dominican style anymore, this class will put to rest all the dominican style bachata myths by explaining the timing and steps very clearly and in a fun way...be ready to have your understanding of timing challenged & strengthened
Lunch 12:15pm-12:45pm (30mins)
12:45pm Partner work I & Footwork I - Open Level - Now that we have the fundamentals down pat.. let's master our lead and follow skills & float around the dance floor
2:00pm Partner work II & Footwork II - Open Level - Let's spice it up a notch & take what we know to the next level with more footwork and more lead / follow steps
Sunday Workshop Prices: $20 for 1 worksho, $30 for 2 workshop, $40 for 3 workshops, $50 for 4 workshops - Pay on the day, Cash only
Carlos Cinta bio: Carlos Cinta was born in San Francisco. He was raised in Chicago and lived there for 26 years. Although Carlos' first experiences of Bachata were not particularly pleasing, it was only after attending a club in Chicago and seeing Bachata danced with sensuality, passion and sexy moves that he truly fell in love with it.... read more >

Hanmer Info
General Information about Hanmer & this event
When should I go to Hamner? Most people will travel up and spend 2-3 nights in Hamner, leaving Friday after work and staying the Friday & Saturday Night. Accommodation between a group is often very cheap, the average house to hire can work out as little as $20 per person per night.... read more >
Hot pools visit http://www.hanmersprings.co.nz
Hanmer Holiday Homes: www.hanmerholidayhomes.com Theres still heaps of homes left , book now!
Need a Ride or Accommodation for Hanmer Salsa Party? Join us on Facebook join our group on Facebook under the events section >
Location for Party & Workshops: Memorial Hall in Hanmer New Zealand ... see Map >

Saturday 23 July 2011: 9pm - 1am

Social Dance Night Come down for a Hot 'n' spicy Night, take a look. Anyone can come, this night is for everybody at all levels, dancers and non-dancers.

The Venue-music bar located in Hornby, is Chch’s newest live music venue. With a capacity of 400, beautiful lighting, beer garden.
FREE courtesy Van 'pick up & drop off' The Venue also provides a FREE Courtesy Van service that will pick you up and drop you off to most places in the city including the City Centre! Up to a (10kms radius) Call 0800-800-919 Accommodation is available on site as well as a classic café style restaurant catering top notch food and drink.

FREE Entry all night Everyone Welcome at any time.

DJ Reuben (Salsa Latina) playing the very best & newest Latin Music for all dance levels - including; Salsa, Zouk Mambo, Merengue, Merengaeton, Cha, Zouk, Bachata, Bachataton.

Daily drink specials Support the night: Even though its a free - buy drinks so this event can continue free.

Location: The Venue music Bar: 6 Tower Street, Hornby, Christchurch, New Zealand.

• Dates & Times: (RUNNING FULL)

- Tuesdays 6pm (1hr) - starting from 19th July 2011

Beginners Burlesque Dance Class

• Free 1st Class (beginner level only)
• Ladies Only - All ages
• Limited to 15 per class - registrations essential! ... be quick spaces running low.
• Level: Beginner, no experience needed
• Private studio#2 at Salsa Latina
• Learn from Monique, recenlty moved to NZ from Australia

Prices: Free 1st Clas, then.. Casual Rate : $10 per class (cash & cheque only)

Contact: Teacher: Monique, Phone/txt: 027-820-8102

Registrations Essential! - only 3 slots left!

Location: Salsa Latina Studios- 54 Fitzgerald Ave, Christchurch CBD, New Zealand >

Date & Time: Friday 12th August 2011 - 8:30pm-1am

Fiesta Latina & Burlesque Cabaret Show • Live Latin Salsa Band • Burlesque Show • Salsa, Zouk, Bachata dancing all night.

Christchurch will have the privilege to have an exclusive event to brighten up the city, bringing Courtney L'amour, an international Burlesque performer based in Wellington, just returning to NZ from performing in New Caledonia and the talented Mexican Musician Carlos Navae with his latin rhythms to cheer up the night! From Christchurch, we will have the Miss Congeniality at the 2011 Miss Burlesque NZ and Singer, Bonita Danger Doll and one of the best Salsa Performers/DJ in New Zealand Reuben
Prize for the Best Dressed Male & Female (only Burlesque and Latin American costume qualify) ..Facebook Link >
It will be a fantastic and entertaining night, filled with burlesque, live Latin American music, salsa and much more! Great chance to meet friends, dance and enjoy quality entertainment!

Featuring: Courtney L’amour, Carlos Navae - Son Asere Band, Bonita Danger Doll, DJ Reuben - Salsa Latina & Don Rodrigo

Price: $15 General Admission / Door Sales

Location: The Venue music Bar: 6 Tower Street, Hornby, Christchurch, New Zealand.

Date: Saturday, November 19 · 10:00am - 11:30pm Location: AMI Netball Centre in Auckland 7 Allison Ferguson Drive, St Johns, Auckland From: New Zealand Salsa Dance Associates (NZSDA)

THE COMPETITION This year the competition will feature 13 categories in 4 divisions, giving competitors of all levels and ages a chance to become a New Zealand Salsa Champion! See a list of all categories ... read more >

• Important Information, General Rules & definitions • Posters: download the poster to put in your dance school, office or for home. .... Downloads available >

• Tickets for the 2011 NZSC start at only $20.
• Facebook Links: NZ Salsa Championship 2011 "Event" ... >

The 2011 New Zealand Salsa Championships (NZSC) is brought to you by the.. New Zealand Salsa Dance Associates (NZSDA).... read more >
Dance Pro Studios (AKL), Viva Latino (AKL), Latinissimo (AKL), Salsa Latina (CHCH), Latin Fire (CHCH), Salsamoves (DUN), Greydis Montero-Liranza (WEL)

NEW Dance Shoes Stock just arrived, 5 New Styles, More Sizes - All in stock NOW for Men & Women, no need to wait for orders, you can buy right now at Salsa Latina. Come in during Salsa Class times or Salsa nights at the studio to have a look. (website now updated)	NEW Styles

Customised Orders available - New Dance Shoes available for "special orders" new sizes, heel heights and dance shoe styles and colours. NEW Mens styles & ladies now arrived! We have also recovered some of the old stock as well. View some of these online now.

View the FULL dance shoe range, or come down and try on some at Salsa Latina Studios, book in a time with Lise & further info & catalog online here > Website: www.danceaddiction.co.nz

CD's Now in stock at the Studio , MP3 sets are always available, see below	© Salsa Latina Ltd, sampled, composed and produced by Reuben 2007 - 2010
New Timing Salsa CD (2010) or Mp3 Set contains essential timing, rhythms & music for salsa dancers. it's for beginners to advanced levels. It contains counts so you can get used to stepping in time with salsa and give you not only music to practice to, but knowledge of how salsa music is constructed, so you can become a better dancer.... read more >

Bonus Info & What's on the CD? - This is also a learning system... read more>
Purchase CD or MP3 Set: More here -> . Prices and further information here>

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