SON CUBANO COURSE – Beginners & Foundation with Damarys Farres.

Learn to dance Son the Cuban way — with heart, rhythm and elegance.

Join Damarys Farres, Son Ambassador and founder of the Cuban School of Arts, for a 3-week progressive course designed to build strong foundations in Son Cubano — the elegant ancestor of Salsa.

Course Dates

Tuesdays – 11th, 18th & 25th November 2025
Time: 7:30–9:30pm
Venue: TradeStars, 4–10 North Road, Islington, London, UK

No partner required | 2 hours per session | Beginner friendly

What You’ll Learn

Each class blends technique, musicality and expression:

• Posture, timing, and contratiempo rhythm
• Smooth footwork, styling, and coordination
• Traditional paseos and partner connection
• Solo drills, transitions & short choreography
• Optional filmed routine in Week 3

You’ll leave each session dancing with greater confidence, musical understanding and authentic Cuban flavour.

Why Join

Son Cubano is more than just dance — it’s culture, history and music in motion.
Whether you’re new to Cuban styles or looking to refine your fundamentals, this course will deepen your connection to rhythm and elevate your movement quality.

Prices

Early Bird (until 31 Oct):
£75 full course | £69 NHS/NUS (with valid ID)
After Early Bird:
£89 full course | £79 NHS/NUS

Payment: card, cash or direct transfer
Direct Transfer:
Name: Cuban School of Arts | Sort code: 40-02-17 | Acc: 21570412
Ref: SonTue (your name + date)

Practical Info

• No partner required
• Comfortable shoes (non-grip soles)
• 1950s-inspired Cuban dress optional
• Limited places available – especially welcoming male dancers

Instagram: @damarysfarres
Email: damarys@cubanschool.co.uk
Book now: cubanschool.co.uk