Welcome to the Donegal Dance Asylum 2011 website
We're glad you've found this website. It will tell you everything you need to know about our amazing Salsa weekend in Donegal, returning to the Central Hotel between 16th and 18th February 2011.
We are bringing together a host of the best teachers and DJs from across Ireland and the UK and putting them all under one roof in Donegal Town for 3 days of classes, shows and parties.
If you would like to join us for this amazing weekend of dancing, please read on, or jump straight to the Booking page and put your name down. You can either book now online or book through your local teacher/promoter.
Teacher Lineup
(alphabetical order - no one teacher is more important than the others)
Anthony Auffret
In 1999 Anthony discovered Salsa and got hooked. In 2001 he travelled to Latin America and gained a better understanding of the roots and the culture behind the dance. That same year he started competing with his partner Coral Perez Garcia.
He teaches L.A. style. He believes that as a Salsa teachers his primary mission is to convey his love of the music and dance. The learning process should always be fun.
Becky Howe
Becky has visited Ireland several times in the last few months and has left a big impression. All the guys want to dance with her and the girls want to dance like her !! Guaranteed to be dancing to the bitter end and be spinning all the way.
Gilberto Prado Mendez
Gil is well-known internationally for his creative and unique turn patterns and shines which he teaches with an absolute emphasis on technique and a sense of humour. He is a world championship level performer, having represented Mexico and Austria in numerous national and international highest-level competitions with co-member of Pexava Dance Company, Anke Obermayer. Their most notable achievements include second place in the European Championships Zurich, and third and fifth in the world in the Salsa Open, Athens 2008 and 2009 respectively, placed with the likes of Adrian and Anita, Fernando Sosa (Tropical Gem), and Oliver Pineda.
Hilary Clarke
Hilary runs the Danzon dance company in Dublin. She is committed to giving you a great all round dance experience. The approach of Danzon is to bring people together to have fun and learn to dance in a friendly and encouraging space. They love to dance and hope to inspire you with the same passion.
Ignite Dance Company
Giles & Rosa and Marcus & Saori form one of the most lively dance groups in the UK today. We are very pleased to have the full team in Donegal. They will be teaching and performing their latest show.
Guaranteed to still be on the dancefloor when breakfast is cooking, you will instantly become best friends with these guys.
Jeff Tarpinian
Jeff inspirational style generates enthusiasm and commitment to the art of Salsa dancing. He was been dancing various styles of dance for more than 25 years. At the early age of 13 he excelled in the street dance style of Popping and Locking, winning many competitions and touring Europe doing performances, as well as many TV slots/shows. Coming from an Armenian/Brasilian background and brought up in London, he learned to appreciate a wide variety of good music from an early age. Dancing salsa for more than 10 years, he has already travelled the world, dancing in over 40 worldwide congresses.
Joe Davids & Claire Annett
Joe and Claire will be no strangers to the dancers in the north of Ireland. Joe has worked with NuSalsa for many years and has helped us to promote salsa in Belfast and beyond. Joe runs the Latin Collective, the UKs largest Latin dance promotion company and hosts several of the UKs largest weekend events in London.
Shelley Cook
Shelley is without doubt one of the worlds finest female dancers and teachers, aswell as being a very close friend. She will have the ladies feeling like princesses with her down to earth ladies styling classes. You won't want her to leave.
Sagi Iluz
Sagi runs his Salsa Suave company across Scotland and the name is perfect. One of the smoothest dancers around. I have actually seen girls jumping over chairs to get a bachata dance with him. Sagi will be our host for the swimming pool rueda class.
......... plus more to be confirmed
The Central Hotel, Donegal Town
All of the classes, shows and parties will be held under one roof in the Central Hotel in Donegal Town.
We have negotiated a very special rate with the hotel which includes Bed & Breakfast, plus dinner on Saturday and Sunday. We don't think you will be able to find a better deal than that, so please do your hotel booking through us and not direct with the hotel
Check out the website at www.centralhoteldonegal.com
Please do not book directly with the hotel as this will confuse everyone involved. All hotel bookings/enquiries should be made through NuSalsa.
Getting There
From Belfast
It's about a 2.5 hour drive from Belfast to Donegal Town -
Click here for directions.
From Derry
It's about an hour drive from Derry to Donegal Town -
Click here for directions.
From Dublin
It's about a 3.5 hour drive from Dublin to Donegal Town -
Click here for directions.
From outside Ireland
If you are coming from England or further afield, then you have a few choices of flights. The closest suitable airport is City of Derry airport. You will get flights from London, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow with Ryanair. Then follow the directions above. Contact us and we may be able to arrange a lift for you from the airport.
There are two airports in Belfast which can be reached from many places in the UK, with Ryanair, Easyjet, BMI and Aer Lingus all flying into them.
Please don't book a flight to Donegal Airport, it is very inaccessible. Derry or Belfast are the two best options.
Frequently Asked Questions
As you ask questions, we will add them to this page for your reference.
Q. Can I pay a deposit now and pay the balance later ?
A. Your booking is only confirmed once full payment has been made. If you are booking as part of a group or with a promoter, they may allow you to pay in instalments but your booking will not be completed until all payments have been made.
Booking
Please complete the form below with the details of your booking. Once completed, you will be shown the various payment methods (cash, cheque or credit card online). Your booking will only be processed once payment has been received in full. We will contact you by email when the booking is completed.
If you are booking through a promoter or you want to pay with cash or cheque at your local class, there is no need to fill in this form, go direct to your promoter and they will place the booking with NuSalsa for you. Thanks. Click here to view a list of promoters who will take your booking for you.
Prices
Weekend Pass (no hotel) : £75
Weekend Pass + 2 nights hotel : £180
Weekend Pass + 3 nights hotel : £220
* Hotel bookings include breakfast and dinner. Prices are based on 2 or 3 people sharing. Single rooms are available on request but incur additional costs
18th to 21st November 2010
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January 2011
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