While watching an American dance show my mother many years ago said to me “these people really can´t dance at all, they should take lessons before making fools of themselves on TV.”  Thus began my induction into the world of dance schools in order to be prepared in the event I would one day have the opportunity to be on television.  Not exactly loftiest of goals, however it did lead to my training in a variety of dance styles and nuances and the pursuit of new variations and techniques.

One of these particular nuances is the hybrid combination, the Hot Dancing Yoguini.  Developed by instructor Nelly Gallardo, it is a high energy mixture of Latin dances, yoga techniques, Arabic belly, and free flowing dance movements in a heated room.  Nelly describes Hot Dancing Yoguini as a new form of harmony for your mind, body and spirit and I would have to agree.

Lasting an hour and half, the classes are divided into three sessions with two instructors for personalized attention and expertise.  The first session is a warm up that prepares your body for the impending contortions and gyrating movements.  This is followed by a vigorous dance session, which includes a variety of coordinated dance steps chiefly of high energy Salsa, Arabic and Free flow dancing.  Finally, a relaxing yoga and meditation session winds down the training, leaving you both relaxed and invigorated at the same time.

Classes are held on Thursday nights from six to seven thirty.  Salsa Panama´s studio is conveniently located next to the Chalet Suizo Restaurant in the heart of El Cangrejo not far from hotels such as the Vento and El Panama.  Classes cost an economical $15 per session or $50 for the month.  However, make your reservations early, as space is limited to only five participants per class.  You can reserve your space by calling 6657-5319, 264-2742 or visiting by visiting www.salsapanama.com for more information.