April 28, 2010 at Salsa!
Dance Classes:-
7pm to 7.30pm FREE SALSA Warm Up
7.30 to 8.30pm and 8.30 to 9.30pm salsa classes at 5 levels 9.30pm to close non-stop dancing to the the hottest salsa, mambo, merengue, bachata & reggaeton from resident DJs JD plus guests
Our international star guests, Descarga Latina NY
Nelson Flores:
Director and co-founder of New York's legendary Descarga Latina Dance Company, Nelson has for many years been regarded as one of the leading on2 teachers in the world.
Having learned his first basic steps were taught to him by Angel Rodriguez of "Razz M'Tazz",he learned a few floor shines from Evelyn Leon and also picked up some partnerwork techniques from Mario Diaz as well as Wilton Beltre (of Santo Rico fame). Later Nelson with several dance companies including Fuerza Latina, Mario Diaz Dance Revue and The Santo Rico Dance Co before forming the Descarga team.
What started as a small Salsa dance troupe overtime evolved into a comprehensive latin dance production company. Descarga Latina is now a production company offering a complete entertainment package. Arrangements include any combination of singing, dancing, acting, and comedy. Elements of these were featured in an off-broadway musical comedy called Latin Madness. Participating as director, choreographer, producer and project manager, Nelson demonstrated an unique ability to wear many hats. He was assisted by co-founders and original members of Descarga Latina, Stracy Diaz, Maria Tirado, Maribel Maldonado, Steve Seda, and Al Zagami.
Stracy Diaz:
Stracy Diaz is a force to be reckoned with. As one of New York’s premier Mambo/Salsa divas, her work as a Hustle dancer is parallel to none. With an extensive career in Physical Fitness, this powerhouse is a pillar in the Latin Dance community.
Stracy has an extensive career as a Latin dance instructor, performer/choreographer, and is also New York City's first Puerto Rican Stuntwoman continuing to earn an impressive resume in Film/TV & Stage and has traveled the world working with many of the best artists in the history of music and films.
She currently continue's to motivate, inspire, and teach her DanceFit workshops & Xtreme Physique's fitness series.
Stracy strives on sharing her passion for music, dance, fitness & fun and respectfully thanks all those who have inspired her throughout her career.