Guest Artist Series
LADIES SALSA
SABROSURA WEEKENDER
September 6-7, 2025
Sabrosura: Ladies Salsa Weekender
Step into the world of Sabrosura—a word in Spanish that captures the flavor, passion, and irresistible rhythm that lives in the heart of salsa music and dance.
The Sabrosura Ladies Salsa Weekender is a celebration of feminine movement, musicality, and expression. Join us for a weekend of empowerment, artistry, and unapologetic joy, guided by three powerhouse female dancers: Tania Cannarsa, Michelle Morales, and Ashley Magaña.
Each of these global icons brings their own interpretation of sabrosura to the dance floor—whether it's through Afro-contemporary roots, fluid body movement, or elegant salsa styling. Together, they'll lead you through workshops that awaken your inner rhythm and deepen your connection to the music.
Over this unforgettable weekend, you’ll explore:
🔥 Body Movement & Musicality – Learn how to embody the music with sabor, using your torso, hips, and arms to bring every note to life.
💃 Salsa Movement & Styling – Add confidence, grace, and feminine flair to your dancing through intentional styling and movement drills.
🌍 Afro-Contemporary Fusion – Dive into the Afro-Latin roots of salsa with expressive, grounded movements that connect the past to the present.
More than just training, Sabrosura is about feeling the dance—letting go, turning up the volume on your unique voice, and dancing with joy, power, and freedom.
Private Inquiry? Email us: info@bailadistrict.com
DATE: September 6-7, 2025
SCHEDULE:
Dance Workshops
Saturday September 6
12:00PM-3:00PM: Workshop Day I
7:00PM-8:00PM: Salsa Partner Workshop Part 1
Sunday September 7
12:00PM-3:00PM: Workshop Day 2
7:00PM-8:00PM: Salsa Partner Workshop Part 2
Social Dancing
Saturday September 6
8:00PM-Midnight: Twilight Salsa Social Day 1 (Theme: Palladium)
Sunday September 7
8:00PM-11:00PM: Twilight Salsa Social Day 2 (Theme: All-White)
Pricing:
SATURDAY:
TBD
SUNDAY:
TBD
Full Pass: TBD
Team Members Discount? Inquire with your team director.
About the Instructors:
Tania Cannarsa
Born in Sri Lanka and raised in Italy, Tania Cannarsa is a globally sansation salsa and mambo dancer renowned for her seamless blend of classical technique and Afro-Cuban body movement. Beginning her dance journey at the age of 10 with classical ballet, she expanded her repertoire to include jazz and lyrical dance. Her professional career includes significant tenures with “Latin Black” and Marco Beretta’s “Flamboyant Dancers,” where she honed her New York Style salsa skills. Tania later became a principal dancer with Adolfo Indacochea’s Latin Soul Dancers. Now Tania also dances solo in international festivals as well as leads her own international dance team “Black Soul Sister”.
Michelle Morales
Michelle Morales is acclaimed for her feminine, graceful technique and commanding stage presence in the salsa world. Starting her dance journey at three and discovering salsa at 11, she joined the prestigious Yamulee Dance Company in New York City at 18, becoming a principal dancer and touring internationally. Her career highlights include choreographing and performing in Carlos Santana’s music video "Breaking Down The Door" and appearing on Univision’s "Mira Quien Baila" in 2020. Michelle continues to inspire dancers worldwide through her online salsa classes, workshops, and performances, often partnering with world champion Brandon Ayala and teaching her own dancers of “Muvete”.
Ashley Magaña
Ashley Magaña is a professional salsa dancer, instructor, and choreographer based in Seattle. Originally from Los Angeles where she first began dancing salsa and has been immersed in the world of salsa for over a decade since then. Alongside her husband and dance partner, Benny Ayala, Ashley performs at major salsa events worldwide, showcasing their dynamic partnership and artistry. She co-founded Baila District, a dance school in Seattle, where she and her team teach salsa and other Latin dances, empowering dancers of all levels to embrace the joy of movement.
MICHELLE MORALES
“Muvete” at New York SBKZ 2025
TANIA CANNARSA
“Black Soul Sisters” at el Sol Festival 2019
ASHLEY MAGANA
“Mambo Queens” at Baila Winter Showcase 202