4-Week Progressive Dance Series (Salsa & Bachata)

**4-Week Progressive Salsa & Bachata Dance Classes** Mondays @ Coppermine Health & Fitness \| Harbor East \*\(formerly Maryland Athletic Club – MAC\)\*📍 655 President Street\, Baltimore\, MD 21202 **Upcoming Dates:** * January: January 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th * February: February 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th * March: March 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th **Who It’s For** These Beginner 1A Progressive Classes are designed for: * **Absolute beginners** who have never danced salsa or bachata before. * Dancers who have only taken a few classes and want to **build strong foundations in movement, timing, and partner connection.** **What You’ll Learn** Over the course of four weeks, you’ll develop: * Fundamental steps – *salsa and bachata basics*. * Footwork foundations – *essential moves* you’ll use in every class and social dance. * Partner work connection – learning how to lead and follow with *confidence*. * Core patterns – *right turn, left turn, and cross-body lead (salsa)*. **How It Works** *Choose the dance style that best fits you* — or take both for the full experience! * **Salsa (7:30–8:30 PM)** A faster-paced dance that emphasizes rhythm, timing, and crisp footwork. Salsa is energetic, fun, and highly social while still partner-based. * **Bachata (8:30–9:30 PM)** A slower style that emphasizes connection, flow, and body movement. Bachata often has a more urban, sensual feel with smooth transitions and closer partner work. Each class **builds week to week**, so consistency is key. By the end of the series, you’ll have the **confidence to step out on the dance floor** and enjoy Baltimore’s growing Latin dance community. **Choosing Your Role** In partner dancing, each person takes on a role: * ***Follow*** – The follow’s role is to receive signals from the lead, translate them, and execute the movements. Follows often add expression through styling, such as arm movements, hip action, and other creative flourishes. * ***Lead*** – The lead’s role is to guide the follow,…