Salsa originated in Cuba. Salsa is usually a partner dance in a limited area. Salsa is also danced in circle in groups of couples, with frequent exchanges of partner, called Rueda de casino. Here multiple couples exchange partners and carry out moves synchronized by a caller. The basic step is to step quick-quick-slow over the 4 beat measure. On counts 1, 2, and 3, the leader steps forward, replaces and steps backward. On count 5, 6, and 7, they step backwards, replace, and step forward again. The cross body lead is an essential step in this style and is referred to as Salida Cubana or as Dile que no. Read more about our journey to Cuba in "Unique".
