Taking the Indian Latin Dance Scene Global
We believe in connecting our community to the global stage, traveling from Bengaluru to represent India at festivals like the Vietnam International Latin Festival to bring fresh energy back to our dance floor.
The official poster announcing our participation in the Vietnam International Latin Festival. We were so excited to represent India at one of the biggest Latin dance events in Asia.
This video captures one of the highlights of my trip to the Vietnam festival. Dancing with an expert social dancer and learning his tricky and mesmerizing turn patterns was an incredible experience.
Salsa connects people across the world. Here I am social dancing at the Vietnam International Latin Festival, sharing a moment of joy through music and movement.
We find a way to dance everywhere we go. This clip shows us dancing on a cruise ship in the stunning Ha Long Bay, Vietnam.
A throwback to where it all began on the international stage. This is us at the Korea Salsa Congress in 2007, marking the start of our 15 year journey.
On stage at the 7th India International Salsa Congress in 2012. Holding our awards after a performance, a proud moment in our dance partnership.
A happy selfie after winning at the Sazon De India competition in 2017. These moments are a testament to our dedication and love for dance.
Social dancing with Mr. Diaz at the Vietnam International Latin Festival. It's always a pleasure to share the floor with such talented dancers from around the world.
Dancing with the legendary Terry is always a challenge and a thrill. This video shows the high level of skill and excitement on the social floor at an international festival.
A group photo on the red carpet at the Vietnam International Latin Festival. It was our first trip abroad since the pandemic, and we cherished every moment.
About Around the World: International Festivals
Joining an international festival can feel intimidating if you are not a pro, but it is the fastest way to level up your salsa or bachata. We usually travel with a group from our Bangalore studio, so you are never navigating workshops or party lineups alone. It is really just about soaking up that international energy and bringing it back home to our weekly socials.
More Than Just Travel
For us, dance is a passport. We have been traveling together for over 15 years, from the Korea Salsa Congress in 2007 to the most recent Vietnam International Latin Festival. These aren't just vacations. We go to immerse ourselves in the global salsa, bachata, and kizomba scene, learning from international artists and bringing those fresh turn patterns and techniques back to our students in Koramangala.
What to Expect
When you join us on a festival trip, you get a full immersion experience. You are looking at 15 to 20 hours of workshops over a few days, ranging from fundamentals to intensive bootcamp choreography. It is high energy, often going until 3:00 AM, but the growth you see in your own dancing after a few days of constant practice is incredible.
Bringing Global Styles to Bengaluru
We don't keep what we learn to ourselves. Whether it is a new way to lead a turn or a fresh style of musicality we picked up in Vietnam, we integrate it into our weekly classes and our Sunday socials at LA RUMBA. We believe that if you want to dance, you should be able to feel the rhythm just like the best dancers in Asia or the US. If you are interested in joining our next group trip, reach out and we can walk you through the logistics, from festival passes to travel tips.
Kirthi Kishore
We live for the energy of a packed dance floor, whether it is in our Koramangala studio or on a stage in Vietnam. Dancing together for over 15 years, we treat every festival as a chance to grow and bring fresh inspiration back to our dance family in Bangalore.
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