Join a performance team and showcase your inner child so that your family and friends will finally understand why you miss family dinners, afterwork drinks and arrive home late on a school night.
Afraid of the stage? Don’t worry cause you won’t be alone, you'll be dancing with friends, your instructor will be in your corner and to wow the audience the amazing Latin big band will be playing live.
There are 5 teams to choose from, do one or do them all.
SALSA – BACHATA – CUBAN SALSA – LADIES SALSA SHINES – 55+ SALSA
Rehearsals commencing the weekend of the 26th and 27th of August for 10 weeks at The Melbourne Salsa Studio Collingwood (10 Rehearsals).
This is excluding Grand Final & Melbourne Cup Long weekend
Introducing your choreographers
SALSA TEAM: Abdo Dalloul & Juiz Christoforou
BACHATA TEAM: Kiki Lopez & Julian Beltran
CUBAN RUEDA TEAM: Abdo Dalloul
LADIES SALSA SHINES TEAM: Juiz Christoforou
55+ SALSA TEAM: Frankie Frank
For more information, read below
or to join a team you can email gabby@melbournesalsa.com.au
or complete the form at the bottom of this page.
Rehearsals commencing Sunday 27th August – Sunday 5th November - 3.15pm – 4.15pm at The Melbourne Salsa Studio Collingwood (10 Rehearsals). This is excluding Grand Final & Melbourne Cup Long weekend
Step into the spotlight and be part of this amazing Salsa performance team with the popular dancing duo Abdo and Juiz. Experience the dynamic thrill of Salsa partner work (on 1) as you groove to an energetic Salsa melody. The captivating choreography in this course will include impressive shines, tricks, dips and foot work ensuring a performance that will keep the audience hooked from start to finish!
You will love the connection you’ll form with your team mates during this course, having fun training together, and celebrating everything dance! You do not need to have a partner to register.
INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY. Entry is via audition only.
AUDITION DATE: Sunday 13th August 4.30pm sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
You will take part in a group Salsa class, you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition. There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 11th November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.
Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals commencing Sunday 27th August – Sunday 5th November - 4.30pm – 5.30pm at The Melbourne Salsa Studio Collingwood (10 Rehearsals). This is excluding Grand Final & Melbourne Cup Long weekend
This year's Bachata performance will be jammed with flow, flavour, and history. This choreography will take you on a unique journey. Not only will you get to learn the origins of Bachata but you will get to learn two important styles (Dominican Son and Bolero) that made bachata what it is now. During the performance course you will connect with every single team member and by doing so will help you connect with any person you dance with on the social dance floor. You will also be learning musicality, footwork, body movement, and more.
INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY Entry is via audition only.
AUDITION DATE: Sunday 13th August 5.00pm sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
You will take part in a group bachata class, you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition. There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 11th November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.
Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals commencing Sunday 27th August – Sunday 5th November - 12.45pm – 1.45pm at The Melbourne Salsa Studio Collingwood (10 Rehearsals). This is excluding Grand Final & Melbourne Cup Long weekend
Unleash your stage presence with our exciting Cuban Salsa Rueda performance course, guided by the talented Salsa instructor Abdo Dalloul. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of this popular Cuban social dance, mastering unique Rueda de casino patterns, captivating Cuban turns, expressive body movements, and engaging dancing games. Enhance your musicality and embrace the joy of dancing alongside a fantastic group of fellow salseros! Are you up for the challenge?
INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY
Audition is not required, to join you must have danced Cuban Rueda Intermediate level for at least 1 year.
You must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 11th November. Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event. Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals commencing Sunday 27th August – Sunday 5th November - 2.00pm – 3.00pm at The Melbourne Salsa Studio Collingwood (10 Rehearsals). This is excluding Grand Final & Melbourne Cup Long weekend
Juiz's Shines Team will take you to Latin Fusion journey, with a mix of fun and energetic dance styles from different parts of Latin America. Styles like Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba and Reggaeton. Build your confidence to show your passion, femininity on the stage. Bonding with a group of like-minded ladies and working as a team is very rewarding. This is your time to shine on the dance floor where and bring out your inner performer.
During the course you will learn Latin Dance technique, Advanced body Isolation and coordination, Spinning techniques and Music interpretation.
INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY. Entry is via audition only.
AUDITION DATE: Sunday 13th August 4.00pm sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
You will take part in a group shines class so you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition. There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 11th November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.
Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals commencing Saturday 26th August – Saturday 4th November - 2.00pm – 3.00pm at The Melbourne Salsa Studio Collingwood (10 Rehearsals). This is excluding Grand Final & Melbourne Cup Long weekend
If you’re 55 & over It’s your time to Shine! Move to a new groove, learn an exciting routine and bring the excitement of performing into your life.
Join Frankie Frank for a Salsa show your kids and their kids will never forget.
Requirements:
You can join this Performance team if you have been in Beg Plus level for over 2 months or been in Intermediate level for some time.
You must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 11th November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.
Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Additional Information
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE... BOOK IN EARLY!
If you wish to book, your booking will be secured once full payment has been made.
Payment must be made by Friday 25TH August.
To book, complete the form below or email us at gabby@melbournesalsa.com.au
Course Guidelines for students: