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	Instructional DVD ON SALE NOW Including... * Beginner Salsa (individual & partner) * Beginner SWEAT Workout (blend of WestAfrican and Caribbean) * Explanation of hearing salsa On1 and On2 * Practice Music CD   Try it and tell us what you think!!   LEARN SPANISH--------------------- contact Wilhem Just of Executive Multilingual Services. Now there is no excuse. CLICK HERE www.multilingualservices.net :) LA MUSICA!!!------------------------------------- LA MUSICA!! " The Tambor" Jenero aka Dj Samba Host WRFG Radio 89.3FM Mondays 2pm-4pm listen online @ www.wrfg.org Transatlantic Rhythms That Tell A Story: Eclectic sounds of Latin music inspired by the drum AfriSalsa's DID YOU KNOW? -------------------------------------- Although West African rhythms mixed with Spanish music in Cuba to create the roots of salsa music, what's most important to remember is all over the world, music and dance has been used to bond communities and assist in changing the world. Did you know that in the 1960's, in New York, the Latin American & African American communities overlapped and showed support for one another during the birth of the term "salsa". The African American community born dance "the boogaloo" influenced the creation of the Latin Boogaloo which later contributed to the development of salsa. Latin Boogaloo music was recorded in Spanish and English at times to promote solidarity with the Civil Right's Movement. CLICK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD MORE INFO ABOUT SALSA MUSIC's EVOLUTION OR PICK UP THE DOCUMENTARY PASOS LATINOS TO LEARN THE COMPLETE EVOLUTION OF SALSA MUSIC AND DANCE Centro Journal, fall, vol. XVI, number 002, City of New York, 2004 Lenardo Acosta, PERSPECTIVES ON "SALSA" Click here OR copy and paste in the URL to download http://redalyc.uaemex.mx/redalyc/pdf/377/37716202.pdf
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	* be sure to always check the website for any last minute updates to the calendar. SALSA OUTING HIGHLIGHTS Salsa on Tuesday ** Every Second Tuesday of the Month ** Location Apres Diem Address 931 Monroe Drive Suite C-103 Atlanta, Georgia 30308 map Phone 404.872.3333 Hours 9:00 pm - midnight Cover Free Type of Music Only Salsa - Only Cuban Salsa, Son, Timba -------------------------------------------------------------------- "Sheila's Salsa Social"Every 2nd & last Satuday of the month @ Academy Ballroom, 800 Miami Circle, Atlanta, GA 30324 $10 Directions: Miami Circle is located in the heart of Buckhead, off Piedmont Rd. It is conveniently located to highways GA-400 & I-85. Once on Miami Circle, you will find them about 1/2 mile on the left. Drive around the left side of the building. http://www.sheilassalsa.com/ 8:30pm-1am ------------------------------------------------------------------------ WHERE IS AfriSalsa? Everywhere you are!!! BOOK YOUR EVENT,  PARTY  and more just like... Other Upcoming AfriSalsa Sightings! AfriSalsa performance at Flava Invasion April 2009! AfriSalsa at F.L. Stanton Black History Month Presentation
AfriSalsa Social Outings We all dance, learn, get in shape and support each other. Join us at the dates above or complete the feedback form and find out the next date and location.

Relief In Motion Performers Information

Salsa Performance - Atlanta Salsa Congress Performers MADE IT BEAUTIFUL!!!
www.hotlantacongress.com ssampath@mindspring.com
West African Dance - Giwayen Mata drumdancegirl@yahoo.com 404-766-4001 ROCKED IT!
Soloist & Choreographer - Lauren Atkins DeVeaux ladeveaux@yahoo.com SPEECHLESS & TEARS
Soloist & Choreographer - Ayana Cofer - queencypher@gmail.com AW INSPIRING!!
Tango Evolution Company - www.tangoevolution.com MOUTHS WERE DROPPED!!
Kebbi, Akumba & Vonn - Freestyle Saxophone,drumming & dancing SPIRIT FILLED!
www.myspace.com/kebbiwilliams - akumba27@hotmail.com - vonn@fienso.com
DJ SAMBA -- BIG THANKS!! - feelthetambor@yahoo.com

See You in Spring 2009!

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Excerpt: " ... In those years, the mid 60's, a new dance style emerged among African Americans called the boogaloo, which inspried the Latinos to create the fusion known as Latin boogaloo... Some of them even used lyrics in English and Spanish, and were able to cross the boundaries between the different cultures. Significantly, in 1967 they managed to have an impact on African Americans, since in the midst of the Civil Rights movement some of the lyrics of Latin boogaloo voiced solidarity with thier cause... " Centro Journal, fall, vol. XVI, number 002, City of New York, 2004 Lenardo Acosta, PERSPECTIVES ON "SALSA"

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Salsa Clubs*contact all listings before attending to confirm

CHICAGO

Club 720
720 North Wells
312 787 8720

Green Dolphin
2200 North Ashland
773 395 0066

Buzz Nightclub
308 West Erie
312 475 9800

Rumba
351 West Hubbard
312 222 1226

ATLANTA

Apres Diem
931 Monroe Drive
404. 871. 3333

Loca Luna
836 Juniper St NE
404. 875. 4494

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Bravo, Bravo
1001 Connecticut Avenue NW
202. 223. 5814

Havana Village
1834 Columbia Road NW
202. 462. 6310

Lucky U Bar
1221 Connecticut Avenue NW
202. 331. 3733

La Yuca
1800 M Street NW
202. 785. 1177

Zanzibar
700 Water Street SW
202. 554. 9100

Bar Nun
1326 U Street NW
202. 667. 6680

NEW YORK CITY

Club Cache
221 West 46 Street
212. 391. 6881

Copacabana
560 West 34 Street
212. 239. 2672

Cuba
222 Thompson Street
212. 420. 7878

Gonzalez Y Gonzalez
625 Broadway
212. 473. 8787

Plan B
339 E. 10 Street
212.353.2303

LOS ANGELES

Borderline Club On Saturday
La Boedeguita De Pico
5047 W Pico Blvd
323. 937. 2822

Rumba Room
1000 Universal City Walk
Upper Level
818. 622. 1227

The Granada in Alhambra
17 S. First St
Alhambra, CA
626. 227. 2572

Club Sachi
6400 E. PCH,
Long Beach CA
562. 252. 8434

Luminarias Restaurant & Dancing
3500 Ramona Blvd.
Monterey Park
323. 268. 4177

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______________________________________________________________________________ AfriSalsa's Beginner Salsa Class Saturdays! 3:00pm - 4:00pm $10 for non-YMCA members Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA 2220 Campbellton Rd. Atlanta, GA 30311 AfriSalsa believes in building fun & the community.   _______________________________________________________ Thanks for coming to... AfriSalsa hosting 'Yo Bailo' @ Woodruff Arts Center Beginner Class, Live Salsa Band & Mini - Performance at the Woodruff Arts Center 9pm Cost: FREEEEE! _________________________________________________________________ Egbe Alaje Afro-Cuban Dance Class with live drumming Thursdays The DAIR Project 575 Boulevard, SE Atlanta, GA 30312 7:00-8:30 $12.00 _________________________________________________________________   AfriSalsa Beginner Salsa Classes Schedule a group class or private lessons today!! SALSA DANCING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS & PEOPLE NEW TO A CITY 1. Dont be afraid to ask people to dance. Even if the first and second person says "no" keep asking and have fun with who you are dancing with. 2. Don't assume your partner is not having fun with you. JUST DANCE. 3. Be friendly. Sometimes fear makes you seem unfriendly and most people are salsa dancing to have fun. 4. LOOK LIKE YOU WANT TO DANCE WITH SOMEONE. Have fun and dance on your own before being asked so you look inviting. If you stand there and think "I won't get a dance" all night long, you may not get one. 5. Remember, its not about tricks its about the connection to the music and your partner. Dont stress yourself NOR your partner out worrying about tricks. 6. The best lesson is actual dancing. Private lessons and group classes are great because you get tips you may not get any other time. But actual dancing and feeling the music is the best lesson. Feel your partner and concentrate less on making your tricks look good. 7. PLAY YOUR ROLE WELL! If you are a leader... your role is to "guide your partner into happiness". If you are a follower, your role is "to be guided into happiness". Follow if you are a follower and lead if you are a leader. you will be able to have more fun,8. Respect and learn the culture of each place you visit to dance. 9. Try to learn more than one "style" or rhythm (on1 and on2) it makes no sense to love salsa and not know th basics of multiple styles. Its easier when you learn to lead and follow WELL. FYI's for those new to salsa: There are large events around the world similar to coventions called a"congress". At Salsa Congresses salsa dancers come from all over to learn and share their love of salsa and other dances through classes, social dancing and performances. MANY of the cogresses are very beginner friendly. To find out more visit some of the AfriSalsa family members' websites and inquire! The best part is you get to meet lots of great people and travel!

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------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------- CHECK OUT www.CaribLifeCentral.com _________________________________ LA MUSICA!! " The Tambor" Jenero aka Dj Samba Host/Producer WRFG Radio 89.3FM Mondays 2pm-4pm listen online @ www.wrfg.org Transatlantic Rhythms That Tell A Story: Eclectic sounds of Latin music inspired by the drum. __________________________________ Salsa on Tuesday ** Every Second Tuesday of the Month ** Location Apres Diem Address 931 Monroe Drive Suite C-103 Atlanta, Georgia 30308 map Phone 404.872.3333 Hours 9:00 pm - midnight Cover Free Type of Music Only Salsa - Only Cuban Salsa, Son, Timba   BLISSFUL BODIES YOGA www.blissfulbodiesyoga.com Saturdays 9am-10:15am The word Yoga means to "unite" or "join". In the vinyasa style of Hatha Yoga, the postures are connected through the breath for a transformative and balancing effect. You will learn ways to integrate breath and movement, awareness and alignment, and strength and flexibility bringing wholeness to the entire being, uniting mind, body and spirit. Explore the flowing grace of yoga along with the stillness and meditative aspects of this practice to release stress, muscle tension and embrace the present moment. Suitable for all levels. Teacher: Elika Aird Date/Time: Saturdays 9:00am-10:15am Fee:$12/class - drop in (First class is free) Please bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes, avoid eating for 1-2 hrs before Location: D.A.I.R Center 575 Boulevard SE Atlanta, GA 30312 404-622-DAIR (church building renovated into aerial dance studio corner of Boulevard and Rosalia by the Zoo) __________________________________ African Dance in Atlanta African Dance Companies In Atlanta Giwayen Mata 404-766-4001 drumdancegirl@hotmail.com Manga West African Dance Company http://www.mangadance.org/ Uhuru Dance Company www.uhurudancersinc.com 404-215-8325 Bolo Tenate | Kankali bolotenate@yahoo.com Giwayen Mata African Dance Classes 404-766-4001 Sundays @ Dance 411 Studio 3pm - 4pm Join Giwayen Mata IF YOU HAVE A CLASS OR SOCIAL EVENT YOU WOULD LIKE TO POST EMAIL info@afrisalsa.com the information and we will attend before posting. All of AfriSalsa's posted classes must cater to beginner & professional dancers. --------------------------------------------------------------------------

AfriSalsa Family Members with Classes, Music & Other Dance Information MEET OUR NEW FAMILY MEMBERS!! Vonn Turner's BlackDance.net, Eric Baez's Universal Mambo, Myron Abernathy , Afro-Lution Magazine & Lauren Yvette www.afro-lutionmagazine.com www.ladeveaux.com www.blackdance.net www.universalmambo.com SmooveSalsero.com www.SalsaATL.com | www.Mezcolanza.org | www.LACCCenter.org | www.stuckonsalsa.com www.wrfg.org | www.atlsalsalovers.com | DjeliCulturalArts.com | www.salseroblanko.com | www.sonboriqua.com | www.tallerportobelo.com | www.celestedanceclub.com www.unitedforjamaica.org | www.BachataGreg.com DID YOU KNOW ABOUT? www.afriqueka.com or www.farafinakan.com www.MeetAfricaMovement.org or www.HotlantaSalsaCongress.com www.TangoEvolution.com or www.africasalsacongress.com or...

FRIENDLY, FUN & WELCOMING PLACES FOR ALL LEVELS TO LEARN & PRACTICE SALSA

Please be sure to contact the venues before attending them to confirm.We try to stay as current as possible however, these are not AfriSalsa managed activities and things change :). There are many many more friendly places but we have personally attended these events and they get two thumbs up for being new person and beginner friendly!

New York City, New York

FREE CLASSES & SOCIAL DANCING: Booker T Washington Beacon 54 Harlem Childrens Zone Incorporated

103 W. 108 Street NY, NY 10025 Free Salsa Class 7pm - 8:45pm M-F, Sat. 10p-3

Beginner Intermediate & Performance Classes, Individual & Partners - Social Dancing Events offered as well. Contact Person Sarai Garcia.

SOCIAL DANCING: LQ (the old Latin Quarters) 511 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY (Between 48th & 49th Street) Tel: 212 593-7575

Wednesdays: Clasic Salsa Wednesdays
Live Salsa Music & Dancing. THIS WAS GRRREAT!! Live Music ( Anana - AfriSalsa )

Orlando, Florida

SOCIAL DANCING:The Samba Room 7468 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, 32819 - (407) 226-0550 THIS WAS SOO MUCH FUN!! (Anana - AfriSalsa )

MAMBO CLASSES with a GRRREAT TEACHER Universal Mambo Classes with Eric Baez ( His energy was wonderful and made everyone comfortable)

preguntas? email ebaez@universalmambo.com

Very Beginner and new in town friendly

Atlanta, Georgia

CLASSES & SOCIAL DANCING: Sheila's Salsa Social Every 2nd & last Satuday of the month @ Academy Ballroom, 800 Miami Circle, Atlanta, GA 30324

CLASSES & SOCIALS: Mezcolanza - visit www.mezcolanza.org

SOCIAL DANCING: Havana Club (live band Sat's) 247 Buckhead Ave NE # 4
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 869-8484

SOCIAL DANCING: http://www.salsaatl.com/

SOCIAL DANCING: Salsa con Aché --- Salsa with Great Energy!! every last Saturday of the month at Academy Ballroom 800 Miami Circle, Atlanta, GA 30324. preguntas? contact julian@salsacasino.com

Washington D.C. / VA /MD

SOCIAL DANCING: Havana Village 1834 Columbia Road NW, Washington DC (202) 462-6310, Thursdays

SOCIAL DANCING: Zanzibar 700 Water Street SW, Washington DC (202) 554-9100

SOCIAL DANCING: Bar None Wedensdays (202) 667-6680 www.dcbarnun.com 1326 U St Nw Washington, DC 20009

SOCIAL DANCING: Clarendon Grill Mondays 1101 N. Highland St.
Arlington, VA 22201 Phone: 703-524-7455

SOCIAL DANCING: Caribbean Breeze Fridays www.caribbeanbreezeva.com
4100 Fairfax Dr Arlington, VA 22203 (703) 812-7997

SOCIAL DANCING: Barking Dog Tuesdays www.thebarkingdogonline.com
4723 Elm St, Bethesda, MD 20814 - (301) 654-0022

Portobelo, Panama

SOCIAL DANCING: Bar Aduana Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights

more to come!!!!

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Special Shot Out!

Shout Out to the DJ Mafioso

Spinning every Saturday night at Cenci in Atlanta GA!

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HAVE AN EVENT YOU LIKED THAT WAS BEGINNER AND NEW PERSON IN TOWN FRIENDLY? Email us and tell us about it. We will post your feedback on our website.

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Remember, AfriSalsa is a marketing tool and a cultural organization meant to spread the beauty of many cultures. We hope to see you out!