Fania Presents - World Salsa Championships

Subscribe to Fania: https://found.ee/fania-subscribe-yt-lat Fania newsletter: https://found.ee/fania-subscribe-newsletter-lat Fania, the iconic Latin entertainment brand which has been home to a galaxy of world-renown Latin music stars for over 50 years and were the creators of the musical genre salsa, is teaming up with the World Dance Group to co-present the fifth annual World Salsa Championships in Atlanta, GA from December 7-11, 2016. The prestigious five-day competition features the world’s finest dancers, showcasing their talents in five unique divisions, all taking place at the Atrium Ballroom at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel. Each year, the championship committee extends invitations to elite couples and teams that have won or were finalists in national/international dance competitions. The five categories being featured this year are: Salsa On-1 (L.A. Style); Salsa On-2 (Mambo); Cabaret (tricks and lifts permitted); Same Gender-for the first time ever-and Teams (6+ dancers). The panel of twelve judges who hail from around the world is overseen by head judge Billy Fajardo (USA), who has served as head judge since the championship’s inception, has over 40 years of dance experience himself and has made it his mission to nurture emerging dance talent. This year’s World Salsa Championships will also offer a wide array of entertainment options for guests, including access to dance workshops and afterparties at the Atrium Ballroom and the iconic Pulse Loft that will feature live music and renown DJs. Fania continues to be a leader indance music and will curate the exciting musical offerings that fans and dancers coming this year will have the opportunity to experience.