The Emergence of Salsa Dancing

By: Desalyn Johnson

Research• Styles– 5 different

• Fast Paced• “Spice it Up”• Broadcasted on Television– “Dancing with the Stars”

• Broadcasted on Movies– “Dance With Me”, “Dirty Dancing”, “Take the Lead”

• Universities, Colleges, High School• Physical Education class• “Ballroom is too good not to teach….” (Evans)• Puts end to binge drinking• “Dance students get better grades….” (Martin)

Extracurricular

• Obesity may decrease• “Dancing is a fabulous way of…” (Bottomer)• Burning calories

– Equivalent to fast paced walk• Helps heart rate and cardio fitness• Glutes and Core• High intensity• “Dance your Butt off”

– Help lose pounds while having fun• Does not come easy• “To make progress in any…” (Bottomer)

Physical Benefit

Butt

• Influenced by Latin countries• Describes evolution• Reflection of life• Help people find themselves and expression• Opportunity to relax

Cultural

• Increased population• Different versions will emerge• Dance clubs and classes may increase

Conclusion

Brandie Rozier

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Dance Routine