Guajirón is an SF-based group that plays Cuban dance music, directed by longtime Bay Area dancer and RCR student Michael Terkowski. On August 22nd special guest from Cuba José Andrés of Changüí Guantánamo will be singing with the band.

Here’s a clip from when José Andrés played with the band earlier this year at MNC:

Before the live music we will offer our regular Friday night classes. Here's the complete schedule:

6:00 - 7:00pm Cuban Salsa & Rueda (Level 1) — register as a follower — register as a leader

6:00 - 7:00pm Cuban Salsa & Rueda (Level 3) — register as a follower — register as a leader

6:00 - 7:00pm Cuban Salsa & Rueda (Level 4) — register as a follower — register as a leader

7:15 - 8:15pm Cuban Salsa & Rueda (Level 2) — register as a follower — register as a leader

7:15 - 8:15pm Cuban Salsa & Rueda (Level 3) — register as a follower — register as a leader

7:15 - 8:15pm Cuban Salsa & Rueda (Level 4) — register as a follower — register as a leader

8:30pm — Dance party with Guajirón (free with any class but tips appreciated), otherwise $10 (cash or Venmo)

Registration for the above classes will open the previous Saturday (6 days before).

We will still be offering our regular 7:30pm class at ODC (as we do every Friday):

FRIDAY AT ODC, 7:30 - 8:30pm Cuban Salsa & Rueda (Level 1) — To register please visit the ODC website, then scroll down to the calendar and select the date and then the class. ODC is located at 351 Shotwell St.

We are excited to be hosting Roberto Borrell for a special lecture + class.

Dance class, Demonstration, and Multimedia presentation on the ABAKUA!

Join Roberto Borrell and Rueda Con Ritmo, as Roberto explores how an all-male secret society from the Calabar region in Africa was transplanted, survived, and evolved to influence nearly all aspects of Cuban music and dance.

Roberto will give a lecture on the musical connection between Abakwa, Rumba and Timba, demonstrate the dance of the Ireme (see image above) and provide a short dance class for you to learn the basic moves.

Take your understanding of Cuban music to a new level!

Born and raised in Cuba, Roberto Borrell began his career in dance with the Conjunto Folklórico Nacional in Havana at the age of 18. With more than 55 years of teaching experience and a lifetime of knowledge of about both Afro-Cuban and Cuban Popular music, Roberto is a master percussionist, dancer, and teacher, and an invaluable resource to dancers and musicians in the Bay Area. Complete bio here.

Register Now (sliding scale $25 - $18.75 - $12.50)

Immerse yourself in the Cubason experience: a tailor-made nook for the lovers of Cuban social dances. Enjoy the most "sabrosa" Cuban music through themed parties and workshops with methodological and international instructors. A gathering for the soul, where Cuban music beats strongly in the heart of the Mediterranean. Cubason Congress returns to Mallorca with a truly memorable edition. After leaving a lasting impact in New Orleans and Playa del Carmen, we return with more richness, more tradition, and a deep respect for Cuba’s rich musical and dance legacy.

For more info and to sign up please visit cubasoncongress.com

Please use codes ruedaconritmocubason (everyone) or cubasonperformer (for performers only) to receive a discount on the Congress pass.

Rueda Con Ritmo will be offering a performance workshop open to dancers currently taking Levels 3 and 4, selected dancers will be able to participate in the performance and take advantage of the performer pass discount. Stay tuned for details.