Salsa (dance style)

Salsa is a vibrant, social dance originating from Latin America, primarily Cuba and Puerto Rico. It combines intricate footwork, rhythmic body movements, and partner interactions, often set to energetic, syncopated music with a strong percussion element, such as drums and congas. Salsa emphasizes improvisation and timing, allowing dancers to express individual style while maintaining coordination with their partner. It can be danced solo or with a partner, making it popular for social gatherings and dance venues worldwide. The dance’s lively, contagious energy makes it both a recreational activity and a cultural expression rooted in Latin dance traditions.