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Salsa Circuit
Things are once again heating up at West Vancouver’s Ferry Building Gallery.
Recently, the cultural hotspot launched its annual spicy summer dance program, Salsa by the Sea, for the sixth year running.
The classes, which take place Thursdays until the end of August, offer North Shore residents a chance to experience the music, rhythms, and dance of Latin America in a picturesque setting — Ambleside Beach.
Ruth Payne, the gallery’s visual arts coordinator, says dancers of all ages are welcome to come learn all the right moves in a supportive environment.
“It’s very casual. You can show up in your running shoes if you want,” says Payne.
“We’ve had people from ages four to 96. We’ve had singles and we’ve had couples. You can come not knowing a single step, and within half an hour you’ll be in the groove.”
The lessons run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and the cost is $6. Each week, instruction is led by renowned Peruvian dance instructor Doris Angela Maria.
“She’s probably the best salsa dancer in Vancouver,” says Payne, a long-time student.
Payne says on a night with good weather, the lessons can draw up to 100 people to Ambleside Landing near the pier. Most come to dance, but some gather just to watch she says.
“It’s always a lot of fun,” she says. “It’s all about the rhythm. I don’t think there’s anyone who can resist Latin music. It’s very soulful.”
For more information on Salsa by the Sea visit www.ferrybuildinggallery.com, email gallery@westvancouver.ca, or call 604-925-7290.
The gallery is located at 1414 Argyle Street in West Vancouver.
Source Greg Hoekstra
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