Experience the Soul of Cuba – Live in Melbourne! 🇨🇺

Join us for a powerful weekend of dance, culture, and connection with Mariesly, a world-class Cuban artist known for her vibrant energy, deep cultural roots, and captivating teaching style.

🎤 About Mariesly

Mariesly is a talented dancer, teacher, and choreographer from Cuba, known for her powerful presence and deep connection to Afro-Cuban movement. Her style blends traditional foundations with expressive, contemporary Cuban flair — creating a space where technique, culture, and energy meet.

She specialises in:

Afro-Cuban movement & Orishas
Cuban body movement & rumba-inspired styling
Ladies’ styling with confidence & control
Timba shines, footwork & musicality

Mariesly brings an empowering and joyful energy to every class, making her workshops both educational and unforgettable. This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from a Cuban artist who lives and breathes the essence of the island.

Over two days, you’ll explore authentic Cuban dance through a series of dynamic workshops including:

🌀 Rueda de Casino (Cuban partner circle dance)
🌺 Ladies Styling with sabor and confidence
🕯️ Orishas Movement, rooted in Afro-Cuban tradition
🎶 Timba Shines – footwork, rhythm, and Cuban flair

Your weekend pass also includes a mojito and entry to our Rumchata Friday social party, featuring Cuban music and great vibes at Melbourne Salsa Studios.

Whether you're new to Cuban styles or looking to deepen your movement, this is a rare chance to train with a truly inspiring artist — right here in Melbourne.

Presented by Bailando con Flow & Melbourne Salsa

🎟️ Spaces are limited. Book your pass now and feel the sabor!

📣 Cuban Dance Weekend – Pricing & Passes

🔥 RUMCHATA FRIDAY SPECIAL – $35
Includes:
✔️ 1x Exclusive Cuban Workshop
✔️ 1x Mojito Cocktail 🍸
✔️ Party Entry (Dance floor open ‘til late!)

💃 Saturday Workshops

Pass Type	Price	Includes
🕺 1 Workshop	$35	Just one class
💃 2 Workshops	$65	Save $5
🔥 3 Workshops	$90	Save $15

🌟 FULL EXPERIENCE PASS – $120

✔️ All 4 Workshops (Fri + Sat)
✔️ Rumchata Party Entry
✔️ Mojito Cocktail
✔️ Priority for Privates
💥 Best value – save $25 + extra perks!

🎉 Party Only Option

Rumchata Party Entry – $20
(No workshop or cocktail)

Book now. Sip, sweat, and salsa the Cuban way!

🥂 FRIDAY – RUMCHATA WORKSHOP

🕗 8:30–9:30PM
✨ Rueda de Casino (Cuban Rueda)
Get ready to laugh, spin, and connect! In this high-energy Cuban-style circle dance, partners rotate constantly as the leader calls out moves. It’s playful, dynamic, and pure Cuban fun. No partner needed — just bring your flow!

💃 SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

🕛 12:00–1:00PM
🌺 Ladies Styling – Cuban Flavour & Confidence
Turn heads with every step. This class focuses on elegance, power, and Cuban body movement for women — arms, hips, posture, and sass! Perfect for dancers looking to build grace, presence, and expressive flair on the dance floor.

🕐 1:10–2:10PM
🔥 Orishas Movement – Afro-Cuban Roots & Flow
Step into the soul of Cuba. Learn movements inspired by the Orishas — the deities of Afro-Cuban spirituality. Earthy, grounded, and full of rhythm, this class explores the deep connection between music, history, and the body.

🕝 2:20–3:20PM
🎶 Cuban Timba Shines – Footwork, Attitude & Sabor
It’s time to turn up the heat! Learn explosive footwork, signature Timba grooves, and that Cuban street-style attitude. This class blends musicality, precision, and swagger to make your solo shines stand out in any social or show.