Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Level:Basic
Instructors: [Elena Iannucci]

Event Information

*SWING & SALSA / FREE*
Social Dances: SWING & SALSA / Basic Lessons w/ Elena Iannucci
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm Jan 4,11,18 & 25, 2023

NO Experience Necessary!
No Partner Required!

(Couples are welcome but we'll rotate partners throughout!)
(These are progressive classes. Please sign up for and enjoy the entire 4wk series!)


Beginners, learn the basics of two of the most popular social partner dances in the world today!
Get ready to dance and have fun at your next special event!

SWING: Jan 4 & 11 6:30-7:30pm
Born in the early 30's in Harlem New York, swing dancing was strongly influenced by the Charleston, the Black Bottom and other dances of the 20's. It can be danced to a variety of music, from big band swing to 50's rock'n'roll music to contemporary. Today's styles vary widely from the syncopated movements of the Smooth style to the upbeat Lindy Hop which can be done with aerials (acrobatic air steps, timed to the music)!
We'll cover partnering, rhythm and lead-follow techniques and will focus on 6-count patterns perfect for Big Band swing music and social dancing! Come ready for a great workout and a fun day!

SALSA: Jan 18 & 25 6:30-7:30pm
Salsa is one of the world's most popular dances. It's lots of fun and many clubs play Salsa as well as a number of other Latin favorites like Merengue and Bachata. It is based in Afro-Cuban musical roots and while it originated in Cuba as Mambo, many of its music and dance innovations took place in New York City.
Designed for the absolute beginner, this class will focus on the 'on 1' style of the dance. Similar to the Swing Class, we'll cover partnering, rhythm and lead-follow techniques as well as the Basic Salsa Step and other patterns that'll provide the tools you need to get out on the dance floor!

Details: Mineola Library

Location: Mineola Library / Long Island NY
195 Marcellus Rd. Mineola, LI NY 11501
516-746-8488

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