Do I Need a Partner for Salsa Class in Miami? The Truth About Solo Dancing

📌 Key Takeaways The 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.Continue reading “Do I Need a Partner for Salsa Class in Miami? The Truth About Solo Dancing”

Better Together: A Guide to Finding Your ‘Familia’ in the Miami Dance Scene

📌 Key Takeaways Finding genuine community in Miami’s fast-paced environment requires moving beyond surface-level social interactions to structured activities that foster authentic connections. The journey from urban isolation to genuineContinue reading “Better Together: A Guide to Finding Your ‘Familia’ in the Miami Dance Scene”

More Than a Hobby: How Learning to Dance Builds Unshakeable Confidence

📌 Key Takeaways Learning to dance offers a systematic pathway to building genuine confidence through three interconnected psychological and physical processes that extend far beyond the dance floor. The articleContinue reading “More Than a Hobby: How Learning to Dance Builds Unshakeable Confidence”

From Two Left Feet to Confident on the Floor: The Miami Beginner’s Guide to Starting Salsa

📌 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. The journeyContinue reading “From Two Left Feet to Confident on the Floor: The Miami Beginner’s Guide to Starting Salsa”

A Skeptic’s Guide to Salsa: How to Overcome Shyness and Have Fun on the Dance Floor

📌 Key Takeaways Transform 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. These strategies addressContinue reading “A Skeptic’s Guide to Salsa: How to Overcome Shyness and Have Fun on the Dance Floor”

Beyond the Bar Scene: Why ‘Structured Socializing’ is the Key to Genuine Connection in Miami

📌 Key Takeaways Miami’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 toContinue reading “Beyond the Bar Scene: Why ‘Structured Socializing’ is the Key to Genuine Connection in Miami”

HE’S RICH

Welcome to Episode 159 of the Salsa Kings Live Podcast. I’m your host, Andres Fernandez. Today, we will talk about baselines and perceptions, especially when it comes to dancing.

LET’S GET MARRIED

In this episode of Salsa Kings Live, Andres is excited to talk about an interesting topic – “Let’s Get Married.” Here he goes in depth into the lessons we can extract from relationships in the real world and the dance floor.

MEETING HER FAMILY

This is episode 157, “Meeting Her Family.” Before we start, remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel. We often go live and share our full 90-minute classes from our studio in Miami. Miami Salsa Cruise is coming up from February 23rd to March 2nd, 2025.

HE’S NOT PERFECT (Rico Recap)

Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play and Spotify Welcome to Episode 156 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcast We have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot. Tune intoContinue reading “HE’S NOT PERFECT (Rico Recap)”

FUN THERAPY ft. Jedi Fina

In this episode our host Andres and Fina, from Salsa Fina talk about how salsa has changed their lives. They explain that salsa isn’t just about dancing; it’s about feeling happy, making friends, and even healing from hard times. Here we will share the main points of their conversation.

SHE’S SO CLASSY

Welcome to another episode of SalsaKings Live! Today, we’re exploring the idea of being classy, both in how we talk and how we dance. Let’s find out what it really means to be classy and how it can make a difference in our lives.

TAKE HER OUT

Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play and Spotify Welcome to Episode 153 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcast We have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot. Welcome toContinue reading “TAKE HER OUT”

SHE CAN TELL

In this week’s episode of Salsa Kings Live Andres explores the concept of “how you do one thing, you do everything”. He goes very deep into what you can tell about a person through dance and what people project to the world without being aware. This episode is a real eye opener for dancers and brings light to a lot of insecurities and barriers that everyone deals with.

CASINEROS RUEDA CONGRESS (Rico Recap) ft. Erica Saldarriaga

We’re going to recap everything in Casineros Rueda Congress including the competition, dances, and much more. Joining us are two awesome guests, Pablo and Erica, who competed and won some trophies and medals for Salsa Kings.

BUILDING COMMUNITY ft. Bachata Overdose

In the dance community, building a strong and welcoming community is important. Recently, Andres Fernandez, the host of Salsa Kings Live, hosted episode 150 of the podcast featuring Martin and Anastasia from Bachata Overdose, a dance group originally from New York City but now in Miami.

PURITY (Rico Recap)

Welcome back to Salsa Kings LIVE podcast! Today, we go into the concept of “purity” in dance. Building upon our previous episode, “Arroz con Mango,” where we discussed the influence of external factors like the music on our dance, we now explore the idea of stripping away our mental layers to let the music consume us.

“DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD”

Welcome to another fun episode of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcast! Join host Andres Fernandez as we go deep into the concept for today’s episode “Double-Edged Sword”

ARROZ CON MANGO (Rico Recap)

Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play and Spotify Welcome to Episode 147 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcast We have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot. Welcome toContinue reading “ARROZ CON MANGO (Rico Recap)”

EGOS ft. DJ Dougy Fresh

Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play and Spotify Welcome to Episode 146 of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcast We have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot. In thisContinue reading “EGOS ft. DJ Dougy Fresh”

PARADOX

In episode 145 of the podcast, host Andres Fernandez delves into the intricate paradoxes that permeate the realms of art and dance. With a heartfelt gratitude to loyal listeners and sponsors, including mydanceshirts.com and Miami Salsa Cruise, Fernandez sets the stage for an enlightening exploration of these paradoxes that shape our understanding of movement and expression.

NEW YOU (Rico Recap)

In this vibrant and energetic episode, hosts Pablo and Mr. Rico Rico delve into the exciting journey of personal growth and transition in the realm of dance. As they explore the theme of evolving into a new version of oneself, they offer insights, anecdotes, and valuable advice to listeners seeking to embark on their own dance journey or any journey of self-discovery.

GET OUT OF YOUR WAY

In this episode of Salsa Kings Live, host Andres Fernandez delves into the intricacies of dancing, focusing on the importance of freeing the mind and body to truly enjoy the experience. He highlights the connection between mind, body, and spirit in dance, emphasizing the need to get out of one’s own way to fully express oneself on the dance floor.

DEFINE AND EXPAND

Welcome to the Salsa Kings Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of Latin dance, rhythm, and movement. Join us as we explore the passion, technique, and culture behind salsa dancing. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced dancer, this podcast is here to inspire, motivate, and empower you on your dance journey.

NEXT GEAR

Listen and Subscribe on: iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play and Spotify Welcome to Episode 141of the Salsa Kings LIVE podcast We have been featured as #1 in “Top 10 Salsa Podcasts” on FeedSpot. Welcome back toContinue reading “NEXT GEAR”

MIAMI SALSA CRUISE (Rico Recap)

Welcome to Episode 140 of Salsa Kings podcast, where we’re diving into a rico recap of our recent 2024 Miami Salsa Cruise. I’m Andres, joined by Pablo, and we’re thrilled to share the memories from our unforgettable adventure aboard the Carnival celebration.

MY FIRST TIME

In this episode Andres takes us through the bare beginnings of his salsa journey, and the key moments that created the motivation and curiosity to start. Never forget, we all started from 0 but, everyone can learn (doesn’t matter if you aren’t latino). Andres has never talked about his story in depth before anywhere!

MOVING ON (Rico Recap)

Today’s episode is all about taking the next step. Pablo and Andres explain how you move on to the next “stage” or take the next “step”. They literally explain step by step how you can solve your salsa problems and breakthrough to the next level. This episode is packed full of actionable steps that dancers need to take in order to grow.

Breaking Boundaries: How Technology Transforms the Dance Learning Experience

Dance is an art form that brings joy, builds confidence, and unites people. But for many aspiring dancers, taking those first steps into a studio can feel intimidating. That’s whereContinue reading “Breaking Boundaries: How Technology Transforms the Dance Learning Experience”

JUST AIN’T FEELING IT

In episode 137 Andres talks about feeling it and not feeling it. Even if you absolutely love “italian food”, you might feel like eating “mexican food” instead, and this is okay! Andres explains why understanding that dance is art and comes from inspiration is important to flow through the “limbo’s”.