Who's Coming
To Sydney in 2009
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Victor & Burju
(Boston, USA)
Alex Lee & Kim Nodora
(San Francisco, USA)
Johnny Vasquez
(MEXICO)
Jordan & Tatiana
(Santa Monica, USA)
Super Mario
(London, UK)
Al "Liquid Silver" &
Karla Espinoza
(Los Angeles, USA)
Tony Lara & Daniella
(Bari, Italy)
Dave Paris
(New York, USA)
Zoe Klein
(New York, USA)
Kadu & Larissa
(Brazil / Queensland)
Gavin Chan & Sally
(Malaysia)
more instructors...
| Here's Why The Sydney Salsa Congress Has Been Rated
"1 of the Top 3 in the World"*
*rated by Al "Liquid Silver" Espinoza The Shows
The Sydney Salsa Congress includes 4 nights of spectacular shows. Over 80 teams from the World's best latin dancers will share their passion of Latin Dance with you. Come and see their exciting choreographies which include Salsa, Lambada, Samba, Bachata, Zouk, Gafiera & Latin Hip Hop...(more)
We have invited some of the most inspiring Latin Dancers from all over the world, including: Victor & Burju (Hache y Machete), Alex Lee & Kim Nodora, Johnny Vasquez, Super Mario, Al & Karla Espinoza, Dave Paris & Zoe Klein, Kadu & Larissa and one of the best DJs & Bachata instructors in the world, Tony Lara.
Our special guests this year also include Jordan Frisbee & Tatiana Mollman - giant stars in the world of West Coast Swing Dancing. They travel almost every weekend, around the world, teaching and performing in different countries. They are proudly brought to Australia the 3rd time by Nuroc Dance Company. If you loved "Benji" the winner of "So You Think You Can Dance (USA)" then you can't afford to miss out on watching and learning from Jordan & Tatiana! (Click on their photo in the left column to see a video of their performance!)
The Venue
Our venue (The Sports Centre in Sydney Olympic Park) has been hailed as "one of the best in the world" because it is perfectly suited to the needs of a salsa congress. Firstly, the dance floor for our parties is absolutely HUGE, and the wooden floor is fantastic to dance on. Everyone raves about how great the social dancing is! (Don't just take our word for it, read the testimonials on the right from our past international guests to see what they have to say!)
Secondly, the arena where our nightly shows are held ensures that everyone gets a great view no matter where they are sitting as the the seats are tiered and also very comfortable.
Lastly, the hotel is just a five minute walk from where all the workshops, parties and shows take place you don't have to waste valuable time, or inconvenience yourself by having to wait for buses to ferry to and from the hotel....(more)
The Workshops
There will be over 48 workshops over 3 days (Fri/Sat/Sun) taught by some of the best Latin Dance Instructors in the world. You can learn Salsa, Samba, Latin Hip Hop, Latin Jazz, Rumba, Afro Cuban, Cha Cha, Lambada and many more. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional, you will find a workshop to suit your level of expertise. ....(more)
The Sydney Salsa Congress was also the first Congress in the world to introduce a Professional Development Day where dance teachers, professional performers and event organisers can attend workshops and learn from the most successful people in the dance industry. It's also an invaluable opportunity to network with your peers in the dance industry. In 2009, the Professional Development Day will be held on Thursday 29th January. ...(more)
The Parties (With Australia's best Latin Bands!)
Each night of the Congress there will be a party with International Latin DJs and over 1,000 dancers. You will have the rare opportunity to hear some of the biggest and best Latin Bands in Australia with each night featuring a different band. The parties represent a great opportunity to dance and make friends with people from all over the world. Some of the best dancers in the world will be ready and willing to give you a spin on the dance floor, not to mention our local talent...(more)
The Value For Money
The Sydney Salsa Congress represents excellent value for money. A full pass is $320 and includes the following:
- 3 days of workshops
- 4 nights of shows and parties
- NEW! A copy of the DVD with footage of all the shows (valued at $55)
You can also choose other options such as:
Night Passes - $45 per night (gives you entry to shows & parties) Day Passes - $260 either Saturday or Sunday (gives you entry to workshops for one day, as well as shows & parties for one night) 
Sydney Is A Great Place To Visit
Sydney Australia is one of the most beautiful cities in the world with its famous Opera House, beautiful beaches and glistening harbor. Our multicultural city means that you can find great food and entertainment.
Also, the Congress will be on at a time as the Sydney Festival - one of Australia's biggest festivals of music, theatre and dance, where some of the world's best performers are invited to perform in Sydney. Why not combine you passion for Salsa and also take the opportunity to catch a great concert or theatrical performance?
Best of all, the people are some of the friendliest in the world....(more)
| What Our International Guests Have Said About Sydney...
 I am amazed at the quality and dedication of the trained dance scene in Australia. There’s a reason for their 3 time world salsa championships status… The performances were great, and well run...everything from announcing, to speed and organization, were top rate. Sunday night was, by far, my favorite dance night of the entire congress, and had some absolutely hysterical things happen…The music this night, both DJ and band, was absolutely exceptional…Tons of dance partners, and lots of fun dancing, pretty much everywhere you looked. More or less even, between men and women,…There was also a really interesting and fun line dance thing that started at about midnight, and lasted about 20 minutes. Didn't really "get it", but it was interesting. Each night the salsa congress had something unique. Be it Brazzlian drumming, line dances, or unique performances during the social dancing. Definitely kept you guessing. [Read more...]
“What an awesome congress! I would say that the Sydney Salsa Congress is one of the top three congresses in the world." (2007 Sydney Salsa Congress)
"Virtually every woman I danced with followed me flawlessly. They were light, fast, and easy to lead as well.“ (2005 Sydney Salsa Congress) Al "Liquid Silver" Espinoza,
“The difference between the Australian Congresses and others from around the world is that everyone, and I mean everyone, is so friendly and pay attention to you. From the Security guy to the Organisers. You don’t really get that in London.” Super Mario, (London)
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"This is our second year here and we love it! Not only the dancing but the sights and everything else that Australia has to offer. The people are amazing, the dancing is amazing, the organizers of this event are wonderful. This is one of the best organized congressed out there and we go to quite a few. We love you Australia!" 
"I cannot believe how big salsa is out here in Sydney. It’s Amazing! The venues are big, the performances are wicked, the social dancing here is incredible.It’s beautiful out here…I’m so happy and blessed to be here!" 
“The Australian Salsa Congress in Sydney now rivals some of the finest Congresses in the world. The Organisers stopped at nothing to make this event one of the best in history...The Australians now rival some of the top dancers in the world…LITERALLY DOZENS OF GUYS WERE AWESOME!!!” -
