Anyone can learn to dance Salsa, even a man born in Ohio without rhythm. Ray Ray Salsa (Raymond Ryan) discovered Salsa in his 30s while stationed in Belgium with the US Army. It changed his life. You'll hear Ray with co-host & wife Annabel Valencia talk of the benefits of Salsa from personal stories and interviews with other dance professionals. This podcast is meant to inspire, encourage and educate new and current dancers. He teaches at International Dance Studio in Oklahoma City using the Black Belt Salsa curriculum. He's also certified to teach Kizomba through Kizomba Training Academy.
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Anyone can learn to dance Salsa, even a man born in Ohio without rhythm. Ray Ray Salsa (Raymond Ryan) discovered Salsa in his 30s while stationed in Belgium with the US Army. It changed his life. You'll hear Ray with co-host & wife Annabel Valencia talk of the benefits of Salsa from personal stories and interviews with other dance professionals. This podcast is meant to inspire, encourage and educate new and current dancers. He teaches at International Dance Studio in Oklahoma City using the Black Belt Salsa curriculum. He's also certified to teach Kizomba through Kizomba Training Academy.
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October 17, 2023
6/2023 Dating A Dancer - What It's Like Dating In The Dance Community
<p>What is it like dating a dancer? Ray Ray and Annabel were curious about other dancer's experiences so they put out a ten question survey to find out. In this episode they discuss the results.</p> <p><br></p> <p> Annabel suggests that for dating to be successful, both dancers have to be extremely confident and secure, not be prone to jealousy, have clearly established expectations and boundaries which are similar enough to each others' so that conflict and hurt are avoided. Ray Ray adds that when feelings are hurt, communicating it in a mature and rational way is also necessary. </p> <p><br></p> <p>The original survey is here: <a href="https://forms.gle/7LpnD73tAkgftmL76">https://forms.gle/7LpnD73tAkgftmL76</a> It's open again for more responses.</p> <p>-------------------------------------------------- </p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>0:00:05 Intro</p> <p>0:01:04 Survey Question 1</p> <p>0:02:59 Why Ray started learning Salsa</p> <p>0:05:01 Do ppl learn dance to meet attractive people?</p> <p>0:08:28 Dance pulled Ray out of depression</p> <p>0:09:31 Reasons why ppl begin dancing</p> <p>0:11:11 Brutus makes an appearance</p> <p>0:13:20 Partner dancing is physically intimate</p> <p>0:14:50 Reasons why ppl don’t date other dancers</p> <p>0:16:59 What Ray’s friends thought about him dancing</p> <p>0:18:28 Survey Question 6</p> <p>0:12:10 Survey Question 7</p> <p>0:20:20 Boundaries while dating </p> <p>0:27:54 Message from Annabel</p> <p>0:28:38 Ray and Annabel’s expectations</p> <p>0:33:28 Why it’s difficult dating other dancers</p> <p>0:38:00 Double standard yes or no?</p> <p>0:46:48 Stories from dancers</p> <p>0:55:17 What’s necessary for success</p> <p>1:01:56 Call for Apprentices</p> <p>1:02:38 Dating as a teacher</p> <p>-------------------------------------------------- </p> <p>*Ray Ray Salsa teaches Salsa at International Dance Studio in Oklahoma City<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkQzOXRBN3hOSDR0Q0t1dmY5cDJEbjQzVHEtQXxBQ3Jtc0ttYVRyWWRGcGgxMDlwblpJR2ZoRm5zMXhTR2tGTE02VkhsZm1SNnJPQ2dZNm9pOXNCUGFiYko0UjItNTk0MmEwZkpVUkV4MGNwQTFDb0xzbVlCZm5seUV2WHJiZHQwdEpBUDNfZ0xVQmM1REE1UVRZYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.idancestudio.com%2F&v=Y7PeA-86hJg"> https://www.idancestudio.com/</a> </p> <p>*Ray Ray Salsa teaches Salsa using the Black Belt Salsa curriculum. </p> <p>Find out more about Black Belt Salsa at<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHQ4c0EyWVpnY1FrZlNCMHF6RWxtM3hNcVo2QXxBQ3Jtc0tucF91RGY3eGZ4dlRCVGtBNDk0ZXM0bmYwaEVIWlhjT1RlVmF3OW9sWjh1UU9XSHIyaVRuUUVjRGluRmZCOUFaN0FaUHl1ankyc0RPbWsxazFWQ3VLc0cwdGRPRWtJRGJvekFLai1fQjFjN0loTDRINA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackbeltsalsa.com%2F&v=Y7PeA-86hJg"> https://www.blackbeltsalsa.com</a> and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0FHUERGa0NMYnFKWi1zVmN2N0FWVXFzTERrQXxBQ3Jtc0tuaHA0dW1jTzluUDBwLTVldTY5Z1ZlV3I4WmwzellldjNWT2ctZy1RT1Y2UGtOQXZQeXhCQnA4ZjJYMWpYZV85bDd4bHBiVV9hMmRULTQ2RkplUHNCVmU0RkxudWluVVBtdlg2ak91S1BqOHh3Ry1odw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackbeltdanceonline.com%2F&v=Y7PeA-86hJg"> https://www.blackbeltdanceonline.com/</a> </p> <p>------------------------------------------------- </p> <p>Get in touch: </p> <p>Send us your questions or podcast topic suggestions! </p> <p><br></p> <p>Ray Ray Salsa </p> <p>405-320-9333 </p> <p>rayray@rayraysalsa.com </p> <p>www.rayraysalsa.com </p> <p><br></p> <p>Annabel Valencia </p> <p>405-985-6805 </p> <p>inquiry@annabelvalencia.com </p> <p>www.annabelvalencia.com </p> <p><br></p> <p>Find Ray Ray Salsa on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram</p> <p><br></p>
September 29, 2023
5/2023 The Highs and Lows of Teaching Salsa at a Children's Home
<p> Here are some of the challenges and thrills of teaching Salsa to children at a summer Art Camp. You'll hear the highs and lows of our experience and our biggest take-aways. -------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 00:00 Wedding ceremony highlights 07:05 Kids at Crossroad Family Services Indiana 09:28 Teaching Salsa Shines 10:44 Challenges of teaching 13:49 Staff participation 14:33 Call for Salsa apprentices 15:18 Unify Ballroom Fort Wayne 16:23 Travel difficulties 17:32 Staying on campus 18:35 Annabel’s son on the trip 20:00 Time with Ray’s sister 21:23 Teaching charitably 22:20 Annabel’s biggest shocker 24:54 Ray’s biggest takeaway 26:25 Looking ahead to next camp -------------------------------------------------- *Ray Ray Salsa teaches Salsa at International Dance Studio in Oklahoma City <a href="https://www.idancestudio.com/ " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.idancestudio.com/ </a> *Ray Ray Salsa teaches Salsa using the Black Belt Salsa curriculum. Find out more about Black Belt Salsa at <a href="https://www.blackbeltsalsa.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.blackbeltsalsa.com</a> and <a href="https://www.blackbeltdanceonline.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.blackbeltdanceonline.com/</a> -------------------------------------------------- Get in touch: Send us your questions or podcast topic suggestions! Ray Ray Salsa 405-320-9333 rayray@rayraysalsa.com <a href="www.rayraysalsa.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.rayraysalsa.com</a> Annabel Valencia 405-985-6805 inquiry@annabelvalencia.com <a href="www.annabelvalencia.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.annabelvalencia.com</a> Find Ray Ray Salsa on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram </p>
June 29, 2023
4/2023 Never Stop Being A Student - Interview with Bryant Ayala
<p>Never stop being a student. This has been Bryant Ayala's philosophy as he continues his dance journey from childhood to champion level dancer. Bryant Ayala grew up in a dance family and now teaches, performs, directs and judges. His specialty Salsa style is Mambo On2. He will be in Oklahoma City for the OKC Salsa Bachata Weekender July 21-22 2023. Find out more about it here: www.salsabachataworkshop.com</p> <p> Follow Bryant Ayala: Instagram: @bryant.ayala Facebook: "Bryant Ayala"</p> <p><a href="Let's geek out with Neuropsychologist Dr. Mark Wexler, also known as Salsa Moshe about the qualities of a healthy dance community and how to avoid creating a toxic dance community. Follow Salsa Moshe: Instagram: @medancer21 Facebook: " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.linesdanceacademy.com</a></p> <p><a href="www.salsabachataworkshop.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.salsabachataworkshop.com</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>Dancers mentioned in this podcast:</p> <p>Marco Ferrigno</p> <p>Eddie Torres</p> <p>Adolfo Indacochea</p> <p>Edie, The Salsa Freak!!</p> <p>Lawrence Garcia</p> <p>Musicians mentioned in this podcast:</p> <p>Cuban musician Perez Prado</p> <p>Latin Jazz musician Machito ____________________________ Timestamps: </p> <p>00:24 Wedding ceremony</p> <p>01:30 OKC Weekender July 21 </p> <p>02:05 Introductions </p> <p>04:01 growing up in a dance family</p> <p>05:41 areas of dance</p> <p>09:26 Never stop being a student</p> <p>11:12 Training in Italy with Marco Ferrigno</p> <p>12:26 Mambo On2 style</p> <p>12:54 Learning On2 with Adolfo IndacocheaForget the numbers</p> <p>16:34 What is Mambo?</p> <p>18:05 OKC workshop focus </p> <p>19:41 Sponsor Annabel Valencia Photography</p> <p>20:25 Advice for young dancers</p> <p>22:34 Directing 80 dancer performance</p> <p>24:07 Challenge of creating</p> <p>25:54 Being a good choreographer</p> <p>28:15 Lines Dance Academy teams</p> <p>30:15 Being a humble dancer</p> <p>33:52 OKC Salsa Bachata Weekender details</p> <p>____________________________</p> <p>*Ray Ray Salsa teaches Salsa at International Dance Studio in Oklahoma City <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVA1Zm8ycV9yd2x6SGZvYmpmSjJ3M3VpMzJVZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttekpPbHhVZVJVRHlVWTM5T3VBNDZGaHRkdnRlS0Q3YTF6THFpWXBBLVJOQndhUUllM3pwaDdsX0NUdl9BSjRmaEp3RldPcmozcDY2ajBjdmE5cUJrUDJHbnplcnRLWHhnaVdmTDNqcG9NNV9UNTNsbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.idancestudio.com%2F%E2%81%A0&v=AWAMgct9PRI" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.idancestudio.com/</a> *Ray Ray Salsa teaches Salsa using the Black Belt Salsa curriculum. Find out more about Black Belt Salsa at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbERhbjlMaTBIUkUwSkpnaXRDRlNWNjRNMXpjZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttN0tmZXgtMXdrZ0FnSjlCbl9SWDhPNE5sVTZGZmJQdmpyc3Y4UHlRRVFpbVhqeXBRN3NrYjE5M1o0SHptUWt6Q015RVpVeUtJa3QzVGJhalNSd3JrS1BNWk10QVp5b2NTY1U1SEVZMzBJMU5DSGJoSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackbeltsalsa.com%2F&v=AWAMgct9PRI" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.blackbeltsalsa.com</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmlCZUY0al9jMUFqa3VQM1pWRmR0cjFOWHY5UXxBQ3Jtc0traHFPOTk4TVBuSkE1QV9tVFJPSE0wM0ttR1NXMjBWTXR4Q2FLeUxtZG5TTHFhS3FKeWZJZllrcmdCdDZjb1dLcDZYT2lYTE1ZVEtURW0yNGR0UHY5OXNUMTgta2VQZ01oS0c4UlNMeTJQUWZkSXd0Zw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackbeltdanceonline.com%2F%E2%81%A0&v=AWAMgct9PRI" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.blackbeltdanceonline.com/</a> Get in touch: Send us your questions, comments or podcast suggestions! Ray Ray Salsa 405-320-9333 rayray@rayraysalsa.com Annabel Valencia 405-985-6805 inquiry@annabelvalencia.com Find Ray Ray Salsa on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram ____________________________ </p>
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