Afro Cuban

Afro Cuban

Why is knowledge of Afro-Cuban dances important for a Cuban salsa dancer or dancer who wants to achieve a high level of dance?

The origin of this dance mostly comes from the Lucumí peoples of the Yoruba, Bantu and Carabalí culture, where the rest of them come from. They all have a religious root, they are characterized by a pantomime, strong movements, abrupt gestures, in some cases they are difficult to execute in terms of control of the arms and torso, great footwork is required, together with erotic movements, pelvis and waist, is an awakening of magical forces and heaven. Afro-Cuban dances are essential to give the body plasticity and fluidity in movements, they are extremely useful to work on the coordination of the extremities. According to specialists, they help to show through movements the various states of the individual. The so-called Yoruba technique is the best among all the dances to refine the rhythm, sharpen the ear and develop the imagination of the dancer, the dancer receives the expressive and psychological elements of these dances and transfers them to his professional field and to the validity of his movements. adapting them to the rhythm of these musics. It is one of the most spectacular and striking dances of Cuban dances.

Afro-Cuban dances are liturgical dances with a strong animistic sense charged with energy, naturalness, with a strong theatrical component. It contributes to the comprehensive training of the dancer, increases their professional level by providing them with valuable tools for their development.