Welcome, Jacksonville Rueda Dancers!

Location
Jacksonville, FL 30.33-81.58 32211US
Meetups
42 so far
Members
199 Casineros
Rating
RuedaJax Salsa 5.00 5.0014
Founded
November 29, 2008

If you're a seasoned Casinero, completely new to Casino/Salsa Rueda, or somewhere in between, this group has something for you! Come out to our next meetup, where you will learn different calls, as well as dance in the appropriate level Rueda circle. Rueda involves many elements of Salsa, and it helps to have at least a basic understanding of Salsa dancing, music, timing and partnering, but it's not necessary, as you can learn these elements in the beginner's circle. What makes Rueda unique is that the dancing is done as a group, in the shape of a wheel, with leaders rapidly and continuously exchanging followers. A call is a specific move or pattern, and the calls must be learned in order to dance them when called in a circle. Many of the calls also have hand signals so that the caller can signal the moves in a loud club setting. Dancers learn to be more present and to have a higher level of awareness beyond that of solo or partner dancing, which helps the Rueda dance flow smoothly, look sharp and be fun! In this way, dancers coordinate and adjust their individual feel, timing and style so as to make the Rueda circle click. When this happens, it is very exhilarating!

Where?
1650-5 Hamilton Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32210
Who’s coming?
2 Yes

Want to attend?

It's rueda time again, and you know where it's at! Come join Dance Salsa Jax for another crazy Saturday night filled with rueda circles and social dancing!

There will be classes for all levels, and everyone is welcome. If you have no idea what rueda is or how to dance it, never fear. The basic class is designed to teach you the fundamentals so that you can hop into a beginner level circle. Read more

What members are saying

 It is a wonderful opportunity to break out of one's shell and meet new people who are in the same shoes as you. ... 

Alain

 It was so much fun !!!! 

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What's new?

  • Feb 4
    • New Greeting for
      “Well you know, everyone has to start somewhere. I strated dancing salsa just under 2yrs ago and I haven't stopped since. Its a great way to meet new friends, especially if your new to the area. Are you from Jacksonville?”
      posted by Kristina
  • Jan 28
    • New Greeting for
      “Thank you for the greeting or warm welcome. It is a blessing to have such a energetic lady so passionate about dance. I am new to the dance of salsa, but I always wanted to learn.”
      posted by Reuben
    • New member
    • New Greeting for
      “Hey Michelle. YOu are right! Rueda is a great way to shake things up! Where do you mambo?”
      posted by Kristina
    • New Greeting for
      JC
      “Hey JC! How have you been? I finally joined the meetup group =) See ya soon”
      posted by Kristina
    • New Greeting for
      “I'm so glad that you have been able to find some time for rueda. Thanks for coming out and I hope to see you soon!”
      posted by Kristina
    • New Greeting for
      “Hey Reuben. We LOVE new face and the excitement that those faces bring. I hope you are able to make it out this weekened for the meet-up.”
      posted by Kristina
    • New Greeting for
      “Yes it is! I love dancing!”
      posted by Kristina
    • New Greeting for
      “This weekend will be a great time for you to practice your salsa, learn some new rueda and meet cool people. I hope to see you out sometime”
      posted by Kristina
    • New Greeting for
      “I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. I hope rueda/salsa bring you much happiness and many friends =)”
      posted by Kristina