For most people the first step really is the hardest; lots of people think they can’t dance or will never dance beautifully. Other people don’t dare to step out of their comfort zone, and finding a partner is often an obstacle too. So how do I start Salsa dancing?
Ask yourself: why do you want to learn to dance?
The most important question is: why do you actually want to learn to dance Salsa? “I wanted to start so that I could meet new people, and I’m someone who loves moving to music, especially Salsa, because the music is so intense, energetic and cheerful” - André Arends.
Know why you want to learn to dance Salsa and focus mainly on that. There are dozens of reasons not to do it: staying on the couch seems nicer after all, it costs money, it costs time, you name it. But if you focus on the why, it will come naturally, because you’ll give it more priority!
Do you still see obstacles ahead?
This is completely natural: how do you deal with it?
Don’t have a dance partner and don’t want to go alone? Ask a friend, an acquaintance or a colleague to come along (just once) to the trial class. Lots of people come with someone so that at least they’re not alone at the first class. Once they’re in the dance school, the surroundings are no longer unfamiliar and after that they dare to come on their own.
No time? Make time! Classes once a week cost you no more than an hour and a half a week, including travel time.
Something else? Contact us and we’ll gladly think along with you!
Come by during the open days
The best moment to start dancing is during the open days. That’s when other people come too who have no experience and maybe no partner either. So everyone is equal, and that way you can feel more at ease. Is Salsa dancing not for you? Then at least you tried. And you can be proud of that.
We’re happy to think along
We regularly see new faces who are starting to dance. Contact us and we’ll help you further so that you can take your first dance steps.
Preparation so that you feel more at ease
A good idea to prepare yourself in advance is to watch a video on the internet of what the basic steps are: this will make you feel prepared and therefore more at ease.
We hope you find our video valuable and that we’ll see you on the dance floor. We also hope it’s now clear: how do I start Salsa dancing? Follow the steps mentioned above! :) Team Watapana Dance Company.
Also find our music playlist on Spotify here
