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CONGRATULATIONS - DHARSH & SHANTINI!!
1st Place Latin Semi-Pro division @ 2013 Australian Salsa Open

  Latinissimo representatives Dharshana & Shantini were the only couple
representing New Zealand at this years prestigious Australian Salsa Open National Championships.

Dharsh & Shantini entered the Semi-Pro division with their Zouk choreography which placed them in the Grand final where they demonstrated their improvisation skills to the judges. With a score of 90.00points - they took out 1st Place in this division and go down as the 2nd couple from New Zealand to win 1st place at this Australian National competition. Giancarlo & Masha took 1st place in the Salsa Professional division in 2011. 
 
Latinissimo Dance Studios - Newsletter
June 21, 2013
LDStudios Newsletter!
Greetings!

**LATIN LADIES TEAM** by World Salsa Champion - Tania Mason starting in July!

Ladies, this is your chance to learn and be coached by New Zealand's only World Salsa Champion - Tania Mason! No matter if you just started dancing or are experienced, Tania will shape you just right!

This team will have Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha! Don't worry if you have never danced these style before, you will learn it through the team rehearsals... and you don't need a partner!! Its an ALL GIRLS TEAM!

More info contact us ASAP!

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

 

8wk Salsa "on1" Starting in June

Salsa Beginners (level 1)
Next course!
point right Monday 24 June @ 6:15pm!

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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 Salsa instructors.

When: Monday 24 June
Time: 6:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central

Learn more...

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Salsa Beginners PLUS+ (level 2)
Next course
point right Monday 24 June @ 7:15pm!

salsa_improvers This course is for Beginners who have completed Level 1 (Beginners Salsa) and feel they are ready to move on. In this course you will explore how you can change the look of the basics you have learned in Level 1 without changing your basic steps.

Towards the end of the course we start touching on the next level - Improvers.

When: Monday 24 June
Time: 7:15pm
Where: LDStudios 29 East St, Auckland central

Learn more...

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Salsa Improvers (level 3)
Next course point right Monday 24 June @ 8:30pm!

salsa_improvers In this course you will learn to combine and create variations of  the fundamentals taught in the beginners course, taking your salsa  dancing to the next level - Improvers.

You will learn how to make your  dancing flow with simple, fun and interesting moves. Basic salsa styling  is introduced.

Start: Monday 24 June
Time: 8:30pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central

Learn more...

Join a Performance Team! Term 2
Spaces still Available! point rightContact Us! 

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

Spots are still available available in the following teams;


Latinissimo "ZOUK" Team
Latinissimo "LATIN LADIES" Team
Latinissimo "HIP HOP HEELS" Team 

Contact us TODAY 0800 725 723 to learn more! 


Hip Hop Heels Team Info meeting!
Thursday 27 Junepoint right @ 6:00pm
 


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!

Come find out all about the Hip Hop Heels Team on Thursday! No obligation, just come to learn more about it and meet your choreographer, Tracy Templeton 

When: Thursday 27 June
Time: 6:00pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central


Zouk Beginners!   
Next course point right Tuesday 02 July @ 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 02 July
Time: 6:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland

More about Zouk...


Zouk Improvers!
Next course point right Tuesday 02 July @ 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 02 July
Time: 7:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland

More about Zouk HERE



Gian & Masha Teaching and Performing representing New Zealand!
12th Annual Miami Salsa Congress!

Join Gian & Masha for the truly ULTIMATE SUMMER SALSA CONGRESS! There are no words to describe this
Salsa Congress - seriously!!

Check out Gian & Masha's profile >> HERE
Make sure to click "LIKE" and leave a comment!



Right on Miami Beach! Tropical South Florida... in the middle of summer... come on, join us!!

Miami Salsa Congress info >> CLICK 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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29 East Street
AUCKLAND, 1010
0800 SALSADANCE (725 723)

 




LIFTS WORKSHOP
A 3-hour workshop with
Internationally renown choreographer
MICHAEL PARMENTER

Choreographer and teacher Michael Parmenter will cover the fundamental principles of partner dancing and lifting from a technical and artistic perspective.

This is great workshop for all performers and competitors out there. The techniques of lifting and partner dancing applies across the board to ALL DANCE STYLES!  

AUCKLAND
14 July, 1-4pm
Touch Compass Studio, 40 Ethel St, Sandringham

More info & BOOKINGS >> HERE 

 


TGIF - Friday Night Social

TGIF Fridays @ 9pm!

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

EVERYBODY IS WELCOME! 

CLICK HERE

Aveces Soy Feliz-'cbernalmusic'
Charlie Palmieri - Aveces Soy Feliz

Click above to listen to a great classic SALSA!


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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