damela

Santa Fe, New Mexico

wecome to damela!

Salsa event lessons. 2008. Photo by Sean Donnolly

damela is an educational organization, presenting the foundations of salsa dance and music through an introductory program for teachers and schools

Rueda Performance with 3 couples. 2008
Rueda Performance with 3 couples. 2008. Photo by Sean Donnolly

a blend of Africa and Spain, born in Cuba, raised in New York, and danced world-wide


a festive group dance where the salsa moves are called by a dancer within a circle of rotating partners


an introduction to foundations of salsa music, enhancing enjoyment, confidence and creativity


learn of Marie’s salsa training in Cuba, Costa Rica, Olympia, and Seattle – read about the damela purpose – see a list of events from Marie’s former dance company


photography from ten years of past events, performances, and rehearsals from Marie’s former dance company – see stunning images by Sean Donnolly!


a collection of images from Marie’s visits to Cuba – complete with the disposable camera’s classic grainy effects – enjoy!