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Behind the Neck Blind Wrap with a Copa

In this advanced lesson we are introducing a string of moves with the copa. This will require you to have a deliberate lead i.e. make sure you know what you are doing. Take your time and when practicing on your own start with a slower salsa song, then work your way up to some faster salsa dura songs. Enjoy!

Beginner’s Styling Tips

In this video we explain some salsa faux pas as well as solutions. Get a notepad, we go through a lot of them. Oh and a mirror will help. Enjoy!

Behind the Back Copa from Double Turn

This is an advanced move that requires a lot of practice and perfect timing to execute. It is advisable to lead the double turn a little early in order to set up for the copa. Please review our Double Turn video. Enjoy!

Beginner’s Combo #2

This combination focuses on the cross body lead with an inside turn, including some hand hold variations. Please review previous lessons for additional help. Enjoy!

Cross Body Lead into LHT Hammerlock

This move starts with a Cross Body Lead with two inside turns (aka left hand turns); on the second turn the follower goes into a right arm hammerlock. This is a great move to add a little dynamicism to your dancing. Enjoy!

Cross Body Lead with Inside Turn

Building off the Cross Body Lead, we add an inside turn (aka left hand turn) for the follower. It’s very important for the follower to master the footwork for the turn. Keep the steps small. Enjoy!

Cross Body Lead

The Cross Body Lead is a fundamental move for salsa. Even if you know only 2 moves make sure this is one of them. This alone could be all you need in your salsa arsenal, so try to master it. Enjoy!

Beginner’s Combo #1

This is a great combo which focuses on the right hand turn. Make sure you pay attention to switching of hands. Remember that your end goal is to look as smooth as possible. Master this move before moving on. Enjoy!

The Seesaw

Make sure you have practiced the Cross Body Lead into a hammerlock before trying this move. This move is not very difficult yet it can look impressive when done correctly. Enjoy!