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Join Latinissimo Performance Teams! 
 
We're looking for new team members to join us on a local, 
national and/or international stage!

Team are for ALL LEVELS - Beginners to Advanced dancers - BOYS and GIRLS!

WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE @ 8:30pm!
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Latinissimo Dance Studios - Newsletter
May 29, 2013
LDStudios Newsletter!
Greetings!

This weekend the New Zealand Salsa Congress is happening in Wellington. Latinissimo will be represented once again on stage in full force with;

- Latinissimo E-Team
- Latinissimo C-Team
- Latinissimo Zou Team
- Dharsh & Shantini
- Giancarlo & Masha

Plus, Giancarlo & Masha will be conducting 2x workshops during the event.

To learn more about this even, click HERE.

**NOTE** Due to the NZ Salsa Congress, no TGIF - Friday Night Social will be happening this Friday. Friday Night Social will resume as per normal on Friday 07 June.

**NOTE** Also, there are NO SALSA CLASSES on Monday 03 June (Queens Birthday). All Monday night classes have been postponed to Monday 10 June.

If you missed some of the photos from the Masquerade last week, make sure you go to the Photo Gallery! Also, there are some video from the night further down.

Check out some photos from the night in our Photo Gallery!

 

Salsadance.co.nz
Latin Dance Studios (LDS)
29 East Street, Auckland
0800 SALSADANCE (725 723)

 

4wk Salsa "on2" (Mambo)!
Next course! point rightTonight @ 6:15pm
Mambo
This 4wk course is aimed for the student who has some experience with the salsa basics. We will start by going through the salsa basics, but in the "On2", rhythm & timing.

We will then explore how to expand our repertoire and styling.in "on2" Salsa.

When: Wednesday 29 May
Time: 6:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central

Learn more...

8wk Salsa "on1" Starting in May!

Salsa Beginners (level 1)
Just started!
point right You can still Join!

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This course is aimed for the student who has little or no experience in salsa. We start from the very beginning with all the salsa basics, rhythm & timing.

Some reasons why you should join LDS Beginners salsa;

- FREE Beginners Salsa DVD included!*
- No partner required!
- Salsa is a GREAT way to meet new people and make new friends.
- NZ's most experienced Professional Salsa instructors.

When: Thursdays
Time: 7:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central

Learn more...

Join a Performance Team! Term 2
Info meeting point rightWednesday 12 Jun @ 8:30pm 

Latinissimo D-Team Latinissimo is looking for new Team members who wish to join us for Local, National and/or International Latin Dance Performance and competition opportunities! Learn more about the perks that come with being part of Team Latinissimo including freebies and discounts! 

ALL levels from Beginners to Advanced!


Latinissimo C-Team girls Latinissimo "B" Team
Latinissimo "C" Team
Latinissimo "D" Team
Latinissimo "E" Team  
Latinissimo "ZOUKCESS" Team
Latinissimo "SALSA LADIES"
Latinissimo "LATIN LADIES"
Latinissimo "MENS SHINES"

No obligation by attending the info session. This evening is simply an opportunity to hear all about it and answer any questions you may have.

Latinissimo Men's Shines The major goal for teams is the 2013 New Zealand Salsa Championships in November. 

Learn more HERE


NEW! Hip Hop Heels!
Fridayspoint right @ 6:00pm (date TBC)
 


You've probably seen the Pussy Can Dolls or Beyonce in action. Then you've already gotten a taste of Hip Hop Heels! This is a style that used the energy and attitude of hip hop and while maintaining the sensuality, flare and femininity of burlesque and jazz!

So, ladies grab a pair of your most comfortable heels and be prepared to release your inner diva!

**NEW course coming soon - stay tuned for more details!! 

When: Fridays - date to be confirmed
Time: 6:00pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central

Learn more...

Zouk Beginners!   
Next course point right Tuesday 25 Jun @ 6:15pm

zouk beginners1 Join us for Beginners Zouk.

Zouk is growing more and more in popularity around Auckland. Learn core basics and fundamental of Zouk with simple and effective techniques in a structured, fun and comprehensive way.

Note these classes run as a block course, however you are able to do them casually as well.

When: Tue 25 June
Time: 6:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland

More about Zouk...


Zouk Improvers!
Next course point right Tuesday 25 June @ 7:15pm 

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Use your core basics and fundamentals learned in the Beginners course to explore new variations and expand your Zouk repertoire and technique!  

 

Introduction to Zouk styling and new techniques will be added in a fun and comprehensive way to prepare you for Intermediate.

When: Tue 25 June
Time: 7:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland

More about Zouk HERE


Salsa Music for Beginners!

Visit the Beginners Corner page on our website to learn more about all the stuff you need to know as a beginner Salsa student at Latinissimo!
 
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A very common questions after starting a SALSA course is;

"-I like the music you play in class, where can I find it so I can practice?"


CLICK HERE for suggestion on music that has carefully been chosen by Giancarlo suitable for Beginners to Salsa. The music have clear instruments, slow to medium tempo and strong beats to easily find your timing.

Enjoy!
 
Latinissimo Dance Studios for hire!

Contact us if you wish to inquire about hiring LDStudios. LDStudios features 180sqm of open space and high ceilings located on 29 East Street, Newton, Auckland.

 



The studio is available for dance rehearsals, private functions, classes and more. Different pricing options are available depending on your requirements.

Call LDStudios on 0800 725 723 or Email Us to find out more!

 

See you dancing real soon!
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SalsaDance.co.nz
29 East Street
AUCKLAND, 1010
0800 SALSADANCE (725 723)

 


TGIF - Friday Night Social



NOTE - NOTE - NOTE!

**NO SOCIAL THIS FRIDAY 31 May!**
Due to NZ Salsa Congress in Wellington

TGIF Friday Night Social will resume as per normal
Friday 07 June - See you dancing real soon! 

Join us at LDStudios for Friday Night Social! Come practice your moves in a non-intimadating environment, mingle, meet other dancers and feel more comfortable and confident stepping out on the dance floor.

EVERYBODY IS WELCOME! 

CLICK HERE

LUISIN LANDAEZ  - MI CANTO ES PARA TI
LUISIN LANDAEZ - MI CANTO ES PARA TI

Click above to listen to a great classic SALSA!




NZ Salsa Congress 
31 May - 02 June, 2013
Queen Birthday Weekend
 

Featuring over 50 workshops in Salsa, Zouk, Bachata, ChaCha, Samba, Reggaeton, and more!

Performances by national and international teams and couples, and huge nightly parties.

Tickets & Info  HERE


zouk classes

Click HERE to learn more 

 


Check out some new videos!


Giancarlo & Masha @ 2011 Miami Salsa Congress
**Blast from the Past**
Giancarlo & Masha
2011 Miami Salsa Congress

Latinissimo Hip Hop Heels
Latinissimo Hip Hop Heels
by Tracy Templeton

Latinissimo E-Team (2013)
Latinissimo E-Team (2013)
(Beginners Salsa Team)

Latinissimo Zouk Team (2013)
Latinissimo Zouk Student
Team (2013)


Check out some samples
of our classes!


Intermediate Salsa class
Salsa Intermediate sample

Zouk class
Zouk class sample

Hip Hop Heels class sample
Hip Hop Heels class sample


 
New Zealand
Bachata Festival
30 Aug - 01 Sep, 2013 

The New Zealand Bachata Festival got off to a flying start last year with the 1st one being a huge success!

With the popularity of Bachata growing in New Zealand, again this year is going to be a blast!

3 exciting days and nights of workshops, performances, and dance parties!!


Click HERE to learn more 

 

Zouk DVD
 
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All NEW Zouk Fundamentals DVD!

Learn to Zouk in the comfort of your home at your own time!

This DVD incorporates all the basic steps and fundamentals for the up and coming "Zoukeiro". All basics and sequences demonstrated are broken down step-by-step, in slow motion and with tips for leaders and followers.

You will be "Zouking" in no time and have lots of fun!

DVD content:

- Zouk basics for men & ladies
- Zouk timing & rhrythm
- Zouk sequences for beginners
- Putting all together to freestyle
- Bonus material

Media: DVD
Genre: Zouk
Level: Beginners
Running time: Approx. 60min

CLICK HERE for DVD 
 
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