Iré Omó provides instruction in an amazing array of different dances, with different
objectives. Whether you are looking for performance level instruction or simply social
dancing, we have the best classes in town.
Taught by Sarita Leyva, you can choose from 2 hour long workshops... or club
classes for social dancing... or private classes with detailed attention.
Available classes are:
Afro-Cuban Workshops
Cuban Salsa and Rueda de Casino Classes
Club Classes
Private Classes
For private classes contact Sarita Leyva for further information and booking.
These 2 hour workshops are the perfect way to learn the dances of the Yoruba pantheon of deities,
called Orishas, as well as the Congo branch of Afro-Cuban folklore, Arará, and
some indigenous dances such as Rumba.
The songs and rhythms narrate different events in the lives of the Orishas or are hymns
praising their powers. The dances that accompany this music are pantomimic and specific
steps correspond to each rhythm. The dancer wear costumes specific to each Orisha and
carry some of the items attributed to them. Some dance movements represent the hunt,
others war or divine punishment of wrongdoers and others agricultural activity.
New afrocuban dance classes with live drumming schedule coming soon...
Course Description:
In the course Salsa and Related Form, students will study various forms of Latino social dance in their
sociological and historical context, with a focus on salsa and related or contrasting Latin American popular dance forms.
The course will encompass, but not limited to, studio, occasional lectures, discussion, films, guest artists,
possible field trip to a salsa club. Evaluation will be based on both studio and studies components. Open to non-majors.
Previous experience in dance recommended.
Summer Salsa program coming up!
(with related forms of Latin dance)
2010 : check here for start date coming soon...
Call or email for information!
You can catch up on some cuban salsa or rueda moves in a club environment, just
before you start dancing the night out. Sarita teaches at the following places:
