Last night was my first time at a real salsa club. It was sensational. Initially, I was a little intimidated. The dancers there were extraordinary. I sat down to have a drink and observe. It was both exhilarating and overwhelming. Men and women were all moving to the same sound but in such unique and diverse styles. It was like moving art.
After finishing my drink I gathered up the courage to join them. Although I was a little nervous at first, as soon as my feet reached the dance floor, no one and nothing else mattered but the dance. Just like the food, salsa as a dance has a tangy flavor and spice. It was hot both in temperature, and movement. I tried to keep up with my partner and fit in with the rest of the talented dancers. I was sure I looked like an amateur, but the people there were so relaxed and inviting, nobody seemed to care or be judging anyone else. It was nice to see people from different levels dance together and enjoy it. This encouraged me to learn faster and dance more often. I want to be as good as them. I want to be approached by a beginner like myself someday and be as inspirational for them.
After hours of meeting people, sweating and of course dancing, it was time to call it a night. I felt a lot more comfortable and confident by the time I left. Not only was it fun, but I actually learned a few stylistic moves and made new friendships. As it turned out, my first time was absolutely painless and pleasurable!
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