It’s hard to believe that 2017 is almost over but with Veteran’s day past the focus is now inevitably on Thanksgiving and the rest of the holiday season. If you are looking for some good deals on anything in the salsa dancing world you are in luck.
From dance shoes to salsa dancing lessons you are sure to find some great deals to make your holiday season more memorable. For example Majesty in Motion is offering their salsa dance lessons at more then 50% off when you use their Groupon promotion. Be aware some some restrictions might apply (I believe this Groupon is for new clients of theirs only) but if you are looking to convince your significant other or want to give the gift of lessons this is a great deal. You can learn more about this particular promotion here.
As Black Friday approaches another great place to keep in mind for your salsa gear is EK Clothing. You can find specialty salsa shoes for men and women (including dancing boots) along with other items to make sure you are ready for the dance floor.
Of course you will also find special deals for places to go dancing as venues offer special dinner/dance incentives and Christmas/New Year’s party opportunities. A good place to find out what is happening is the San Diego Salsa and Latin Dancing meetup group.
Whatever you do make sure you enjoy the holiday season and do some dancing today!
Veteran salsa dancers know that wearing the right shoe is essential for both enjoyment and safety while dancing. This holds true for both men and women. With women though the matter is even more important since many of the lead/follow elements of the dance will depend on the women’s ability to make precise movements without losing balance.
Case in point, it’s hard to execute a turn in flip flops or even non secured slip on shoes. It’s way too easy to slip, fall and be injured in footwear that is not designed to stay on you while you move quickly.
Fortunately, there are many dance shoes on the market for women that are designed for the high flying quick movements of Latin dance. These shoes feature leather or suede bottoms to make turning easy along with buckles or straps to keep the shoes securely on your feet.
E.K. Clothing offers a wide selection of these dance shoes ranging from open toe styles to closed toe styles. They even offer modified boots especially for dancing.
Check out their selection today and avoid a dance floor disaster!
Let’s say you have a whole collection of shoes that you know would work great for your dancing but the rough heel tip simply won’t work on the hard dance floor. The easy solution is to apply suede heel wraps to the back tip and transform that shoe collection into your salsa dance toolbox of fashion. Suede heel wraps are a simple fix that are easy and quick to apply to any shoe with a heel. The wrap simply goes around the tip and with a little work you can trim the excess pieces that show to keep the suede only on the non-visible bottom part of the heel. The result of this application is a shoe that allows for better turns, spins and maneuverability making for an overall better dance experience.
The suede heel wrap can be found at EK Clothing with a keyword search of “suede”. Also don’t forget the front part of the shoe with the toebox area that can benefit from application of the same type of material. If you have any other suggestions for adapting heels to dancing feel free to leave a comment.
With 2014 now upon us I know many of you out there have personal goals of starting and improving your salsa dance this new year. If you find yourself in the beginning stages of your salsa adventure here are some quick tips to make sure your salsa dancing in 2014 goes great:
1. Get the Right Salsa Dance Gear
If you are new to salsa dancing you may not be aware of the myriad of options for shoes and other clothing that is available to enjoy. From high inch heels for the ladies of every type to suave two tone shoes for the guys, there are lots of styles to choose from. It’s normal in the salsa scene to be “dressed up” in a nice dress for the ladies or a suit for the gentleman, so experiment until you find your own fit. One place to start in your search for salsa dance shoes, dresses, shirts etc is EK Clothing. EK Clothing specializes in clothing constructed with dancers in mind with everything from the fabric and cut optimized for the dancer. (They carry men’s clothing and shoes as well.)
2. Find the Right Salsa Dance Venues and Events in San Diego
There are lots of options for dancing salsa in San diego and my humble opinion is to try them all! Honestly the extent of salsa venues, studios, and special events that take place in San Diego in any given week are enough to keep your whole week busy. A good place to start for finding out information about the different venues in San Diego is our very own list we’ve compiled that is always up to date (if you see something that needs an update please let us know and we’ll make the necessary changes). Additionally you can find out about specific salsa events offered by individual dance studios on the San Diego Salsa and Latin Dancing Meetup Group calendar. There you can not only find the right events but you’ll be connected to a vast array of salsa personalities that make up our great dance scene.
3. Go for broke and have fun
If you are not having fun while salsa dancing something is terribly wrong. Don’t get too caught up in the technicalities of the dance, whether you dance one style over another, etc. The best that salsa dancing has to offer comes from the deep wellspring of joy that comes from simply going out and enjoying the gifts God has given you to dance. Take advantage and enjoy the dance.
Now that it is the beginning of the year you may have certain New Years resolutions and goals for the next 12 months. One item that I always like to look at that is part of my dance wardrobe are the shoes that keep my feet moving. Indeed, regularly updating your salsa shoes is necessary for not just comfort but also safety on the dance floor.
Both men and women can benefit from upgrading their shoes on a regular basis. The shoes you wear while salsa dancing are important to the movements you make with your feet during the dance and if those shoes are lacking in support in any way it could end up hurting you in the long run. This is especially true since your salsa shoes absorb many of the impacts from turns and jumps that often accompany salsa dancing. Of particular note are paying attention to the soles of the shoes and the heel to make sure they are not overlay worn. The last thing you want to happen to you while you are salsa dancing are for them to fly off your feet because of a damaged strap or heel that is lacking in strength.
So where do you start looking if you are interested in getting new shoes for 2012? One great resource online is EK Clothing, a salsa dance clothier and dance shoe provider. They have a great array of different styles and colors to choose from (and have a great selection for men’s shoes as well).
You can find your perfect pair by visiting their website, EK Clothing, and choosing the ones that best suit your needs.
If you are looking for the perfect gift for the salsa and Latin dancers in your life here are some suggestions that may help. You can always go with a traditional salsa gift such as giving new salsa shoes or salsa dance clothing to that special someone. EK Clothing provides a great array of latin dance wear (including options for men!) that are contemporary and affordable.
For the more tech oriented, we recommend the new salsa dance App from our friends over at Addicted2Salsa.com. Anthony and Julie just released their Android version of their popular salsa iPhone app, Pocket Salsa. The video below gives a basic overview of how it works and you can download it by scanning the QR code that follows below.
We wish you luck in your gift giving for your salsa and Latin dancer this holiday season.
For anyone on a budget, you know its important to spend your money wisely to make sure it stretches to cover all your expenses. If you are like me, one of those expenses includes maintaining and updating what you wear to go out salsa and Latin Dancing.
EK Clothing (you’ll remember I interviewed Nicole, the owner) does a great job of offering both men’s and women’s dance wear at really good prices. I recently visited their website and saw a large array of new styles and selections for your dance needs. Check out EK Clothing today!
