Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 201 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot.https://blog.feedspot.com/salsa_podcastsTune into this awesome interview! Never miss a beat and SUBSCRIBE to recei
📌 Key Takeaways:Social dance anxiety dissolves when you have specific scripts and understand that both asking and declining are normal, healthy parts of the dance floor experience.Consent Creates Connection: A clear “yes” is the only green light to dance, and this principle makes dancing more enjoya
📌 Key TakeawaysStep into your first Miami salsa class ready to move, connect, and stay cool—so the only thing working hard is the music.The Miami Rule of Three—Comfortable, Respectful, You: Dress for heat, follow partner-friendly etiquette, and wear what makes you feel confident while moving freely.
📌 Key Takeaways:Your first salsa social becomes manageable when you realize that timing, basic steps, and one Cross-Body Lead are sufficient for most beginner-friendly venues in Miami.Three Moves Equal Social Success: Mastering On1 timing, the basic step, and Cross-Body Lead at conversational speed
📌 Key Takeaways:Choosing your first salsa class in Miami requires matching practical logistics with beginner-friendly instruction that prioritizes confidence over complexity.Friendly Pacing Trumps Flashy Patterns: Beginner classes should focus on On1 timing, weight transfer, and connection before in
In this episode, I have my good friend, Lester Castrillo, right here with me. We’re talking about something very close to us: your superpower. We also talk about the Miami Salsa Cruise coming up in 2026. Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 200 of the
In this episode I sat down with my good friend Miguel. Miguel has been dancing for 20 years and also comes from a psychology background. We talked about what really happens inside social dancing, not just the steps, but the feelings and the meaning behind it. Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitche
Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 198 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot.https://blog.feedspot.com/salsa_podcastsFamilia, welcome back to the podcast! This is episode 198 with Rico Rico,
📌 Key TakeawaysYour first salsa class at Salsa Kings in Miami is designed to transform nervous anticipation into confident connection within a welcoming “familia” environment.Preparation removes performance anxiety — Arrive 10-15 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and smooth-soled shoes, brin
Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 197 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot.https://blog.feedspot.com/salsa_podcastsHey everyone! In this episode, I sat down with Dariana Fustes Flores to ta
📌 Key TakeawaysThe biggest barrier to starting salsa in Miami isn’t skill or coordination—it’s the myth that you need to bring a partner, when the opposite is actually true.The Solo Advantage is Real: Partner rotation in salsa classes means you’ll learn faster by dancing with different skill levels
📌 Key TakeawaysFinding genuine community in Miami’s fast-paced environment requires moving beyond surface-level social interactions to structured activities that foster authentic connections.Dance Communities Create Authentic “Familia” Through Shared Purpose: The Salsa Kings approach transforms casu
This episode is all about something we all go through: being nervous the first time we do something new. Especially dancing salsa. I (Pablo, aka Rico Rico) joined Andres to talk about why stepping onto the dance floor, even when you’re scared, is one of the best things you can do. Listen and Subscri
📌 Key TakeawaysLearning to dance offers a systematic pathway to building genuine confidence through three interconnected psychological and physical processes that extend far beyond the dance floor.Mastery Experience Creates Self-Efficacy: Confidence is built through the process of mastering a new, t
📌 Key Takeaways:For Miami professionals feeling socially isolated and nervous about trying something new, beginner salsa classes offer a structured path from anxiety to genuine community connection.Beginner Salsa Classes Enable Confidence Through Structure – Classes break down complex movements into
Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 195 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot.https://blog.feedspot.com/salsa_podcastsHi everyone! I’m Andres. Welcome to Episode 195 of the Salsa Kings podcast
📌 Key TakeawaysTransform your pre-class anxiety into confidence with these evidence-based strategies for overcoming shyness and enjoying your first salsa experience in Miami’s welcoming dance community.Social Anxiety Before New Group Activities Is Completely Normal and Expected – Feeling nervous abo
Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 194 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot.https://blog.feedspot.com/salsa_podcastsHey everyone! It’s Andres Fernandez here with Episode 194 of Salsa Kings L
📌 Key TakeawaysMiami’s social scene creates a paradox where young professionals feel isolated despite being surrounded by people, but structured socializing through shared activities offers a proven alternative to superficial bar interactions.Structured Socializing Outperforms Traditional Bar Scenes
In this episode we shared stories about dancing and learning, and how to really enjoy what we do instead of just trying to be the best. Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 193 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa
In this episode Pablo & me talked about dancing, challenges, and how to grow as a dancer by focusing on small things first. Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 192 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on
Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 191 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot.https://blog.feedspot.com/salsa_podcastsHey everyone, welcome back to Salsa Kings Live. In this episode Pablo & me
Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 190 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot.https://blog.feedspot.com/salsa_podcastsHey familia, welcome back! This episode is about something I’ve been think
In this episode, Andres and I talked about something super important—why we really dance and how it should never be just to impress someone. Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Playand SpotifyWelcome to Episode 189 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcastWe have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 S