About Yamulée

Our philosophy is having the best time you can possibly have while learning the latest salsa moves New York City has to offer. The Director of Yamuleé Dance Company is Osmar Perrones. Upon forming his own company Osmar plans to usher in the new era of mambo in a jubilant fashion. Osmar will personally supervise all levels including children classes. So you can enjoy his teachings along with his trademark smile to ease any frustrations. The classes will be structured with emphasis on the basics as you move up the ladder. Having strong fundamentals as you progress will allow you to express yourself more freely with the music. The Yamuleé name; The word Yamuleé, with its African roots means "festive, joyous, and free-spirited" which fits Osmar's style and personality as a whole. He chose the name himself primarily because of its fun-sounding nature. Upon realizing the meaning he felt blessed and knew this was his calling.

Classes

In addition to our shines and partner work classes, Yamuleé offers a one-of-a-kind Spinning Technique class on Wednesdays. For the ladies this session will focus on pivot mechanics in order to perfect spinning with and without a lead, while balancing in motion. The men will develop solid leads in unison. The goal for students is for them to become complete dancers instead of being one-dimensional dancers. As students take command of these techniques they will develop explosive yet harmonious dancing styles of their own.

Schedule

Monday

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Beginner's Class

Basics and fundamentals of on2 salsa

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Shines and Partnerwork

All levels

Tuesday

7:00 - 8:00 PM

Styling & Body Movement

Class by Melany Mercedes

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Shines & Partnerwork

All levels

Wednesday

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Spinning Class

Spinning technique

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Advanced class

Performance class

Thursday

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Shines & Partnerwork

All levels

Saturday

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Babies

Age from 4 to 6 years old

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Kids

Age from 7 to 14 years old

3:00 - 4:00 PM

Ladies Styling

Ladies styling class by Gabby Avendaño

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Shines and Partnerwork

All levels

Sunday

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Shines & Partnerwork

All levels

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Intermediate & advanced Partnerwork

Intermediate and advanced level partnerwork

Shows

Yamuleé performs on a wide range of congresses, socials and private events worldwide. A lot of their shows are classics and are a favourite of a lot of people.

Latest Shows

Yamuleé

Facultad

Yamuleé

Oficio

Bajari de Yamuleé

Ritmo de Cuba

Guarikiten de Yamulee

Guede Zaina

Events

Yamuleé is active in organizing socials, events and performances. Stay tuned for our monthly Yamuleé socials and make sure to purchase tickets for the B.I.G. New York Salsa Festival, hosted by Yamuleé. Contact our studio for discount information.

Upcoming Events

March

2019

Yamuleé Monthly Social

Join us Saturday March 29th, 2019 as we host our “Uptown Boogie Down Bronx Classic" salsa social with the best salsa in town.

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March

2019

Yamuleé Workshop Series with Teresa Castaneda

Join us for our Workshop Series, Thursday, March 14th, 2019 at Yamulee Dance Studio as we host, all the way from Cuba by ways of Italy, Teresa Castañeda. Learn how to apply Afro Cuban techniques in your dance.

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May

2019

BIG Salsa Festival New York

BIG Salsa Festival NY is dedicated to bringing you the best New York Experience this coming Memorial Day Weekend. We will be hosting some of the best instructors from all around the world to showcase and teach their talents. Brace yourselves for amazing performances, the best Salsa and Bachata DJs from around the world, and a Dance Experience like never before. See you all in the Dance Capital of the World - New York City!!!

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