Learn the basics of salsa dance with Ahtoy Juliana as she breaks down the footwork and musicality featured in the technique.
Ahtoy Juliana is the Artistic Director of BAILA Society, a multi-faceted Latin dance and theater company that celebrates Latin dance and music heritage through its international repertory company, online dance academy, live classes, and community events. Ahtoy’s work as a dancer and choreographer has been featured in international dance festivals, musical revues, TV, and film, including the recent screen adaptation of “In the Heights.” Ahtoy is a World Latin Hustle Champion and a professional Rising Star Champion in DanceSport Theater Arts. She has recently joined the cast of “Do the Hustle,” featured at the Festival at Jacob’s Pillow and at the Guggenheim Museum.
Visit www.alvinailey.org/extension/instudio/salsa to learn more about salsa classes with Ahtoy and other New York City dance artists at Ailey Extension. Classes are available both online via Zoom and at the Ailey Studios in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
Music:
“Cocosito” by Jimmy Bosch
“Canonazos” by Avenida B
Video production: Coal Rietenbach
