Student Spotlight:

Alejandro Hinostroza

Salsa & Bachata Student

Alejandro is a thoughtful and vibrant student of Movers and Shakers Dance Academy. His love for salsa and bachata stems from the trust and connection these dances foster between partners. Alejandro values creativity, communication, and having fun on the dance floor, making him a joy to dance with. He also enjoys the academy’s social events, with the trip to Las Vegas being a particularly memorable experience.

Alejandro shares his dance journey through the following interview questions.

1. What do you enjoy most about dancing salsa and bachata?

The trust that a follow and lead can develop. In a world where peoples tensions and anxiety levels seem to always be going up, it's good that we can develop safe spaces to be able to trust and interact with each other.

2. How do the connection and interaction with your dance partner differ between salsa and bachata?

Salsa is more dynamic and has more freedom of expression. Bachata is more oriented towards synchronicity, having good communication through dance with your partner.

3. How do you adjust your personal style when switching from salsa to bachata?

Adjust your mentality. Feel free to be more creative with salsa and learn to be more in tuned with Bachata.

4. Would you prefer a dance partner who is technically skilled but very serious, or a beginner who is less skilled but brings a lot of fun and energy to the dance? Why?

Beginner who is less skilled, and much less serious (more fun). Let's be honest, none of us (or very few) are going to be professionals per se. It's so important that all of this should be fun.

5. Have you participated in any events or socials organized by Movers and Shakers Dance Academy? If so, how was your experience?

I had a lot of fun at the movers and shakers events, especially the one in Vegas.