MOOSE JAW — The Moose Jaw Salsa Club is inviting the community to join in the rhythm of Latin dance at its third community dance event later this month.
Individuals aged 16 and over are invited to the dance at Against the Grain Studios, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and running until approximately 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 29.
“This is a place to go to dance salsa, share with people from other cultures, and enjoy life,” said Marcela Borrero Cruz, founder of the Moose Jaw Salsa Club.
Attendees will be treated to a unique performance by Cruz herself, who brings more than eight years of experience as a dancer and instructor. She will present a fusion of belly dance and bachata, showcasing her diverse training in Latin dance forms including salsa, champeta, and Colombian folklore.
“My goal is to be a part of and encourage cultural diversity here in Moose Jaw — a place that has welcomed me with open arms and has become my home,” Cruz said.
In an effort to foster a creative community, the club is also extending an invitation to local artists who may wish to display their talents.
“We are making a call to all artists who would like to show their work,” Cruz said. “We have a beautiful space where we can cultivate art and continue to promote it.”
Cruz encourages dancers, singers, and other performers to reach out and get involved, adding that the club hopes to create a larger creative network in Moose Jaw.
The night’s theme will be “celebrate salsa in all its forms,” with a variety of styles to encourage everyone to get on the dance floor in what she hopes will be a night to remember. The club will also hold a raffle that night for a chance to win a spot in the next bachata course. Cruz also plans to recognize and thank community members who have supported the club since its inception in March 2024.
Upcoming dance courses
In addition to the March 29 event, the Moose Jaw Salsa Club is launching two dance courses in the coming months.
- Belly Dance: A five-week beginner program will run from Saturday, April 12, until Saturday, May 24. Courses will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Bachata: A seven-week course designed for beginners will run from Saturday, April 12, until Saturday, May 24. Courses will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
“I would like to invite everyone over 16 years old to join,” Cruz said. “These are courses for beginners and we are waiting for all those who want to enrol.”
Cruz emphasized the importance of offering an outlet for both physical and emotional well-being through these events.
“I would like to say to all the residents how much you need to have entertainment in your life,” she said. “Leave behind the work, the problems, all the worries that we all have, and go and smile and dance.
“You’re going to meet new people, new languages, new dances, new cultures, and you are going to leave this event full of energy and smiling.”
The entrance fee is $10 per person which includes a drink and a five per cent discount on the club’s next belly dance or bachata course. Tickets are limited, so everyone is reminded to register well in advance.
For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Cruz at 1-639-538-0062 or preferably by email at [email protected].
The upcoming dance will take place at Against the Grain Studios, located at 33 High Street West.
