Salsa (literally “sauce”), perfectly describes a living, current genre of music and style of dance composed of various ingredients including influences from Africa, the Caribbean and Spain. Salsa Dura is inspired by Venezuelan street dance, as opposed to show styles. Dancers use whatever elements they have - anything from hip hop to flamenco and tango movements - to express themselves. Emphasis is placed on understanding the rhythm and accents of the music to give students the basic tools to make the dance their own. Techniques for following and leading will be taught. No partner necessary. Bare feet encouraged.