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HTMLText_0B4B0DC1_11C0_6277_41A4_201A5BB3F7AE.html = The main car park at Greenwood Park
is almost full by 9.00pm.
Please use the overspill car park
Midway Surgery,
93 Watford Road, AL2 3JX
This is less than 5 mins drive away with a free mini bus shuttle, every 15 minutes from 9.15pm
PLUS a chance to win free entry for your next time.
IMPORTANT
To keep the roads clear for emergency vehicle access and cause minimum disruption to our neighbours on a Friday night.
Don’t park where there are traffic cones.
Don’t block any driveway
Don’t park on grass verges.
Car park helpers are there every Friday
They will advise you where to park.
They speak on behalf of Salsa Mish and deal with any issues with neighbours
and visitors to Salsa Mish.
THANK YOU!
Greenwood Park
Community Centre
Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green
AL2 3HW
When you arrive…
You will be treated by a friendly face and given a coloured wrist band upon payment.
Do I need to pre book?
There is no pre booking, just turn up on the night
What are the other people like?
The salsa crowd is very mixed, all ages, all nationalities, all abilities.
What clothes should I wear?
Something you are comfortable moving around in.
Some are casual and some bling it up.
What shoes should I wear?
The sole of your shoes need to glide on the floor,
ie leather soles or dance shoes.
What time are the classes?
Beginners
Bachata 7.30 - 8.00
Kizomba 8.00 - 8.50
Salsa 8.50 - 9.45
Improvers
Bachata 9.15 - 9.45
Salsa 8.00 - 8.50
Kizomba 8.50 - 9.45
The classes are timed so you can dance all evening and stay for freestyle.
What refreshments are available?
Soft drinks bar
Salsa Mish Café -opens at 10.15 - 12.15
Complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits and cake will be served by a team member.
We do not sell alcohol but you can bring your own
Is there parking? (See parking page)
The main carpark is usually full by 9.00pm
There is a second car park 0.4 miles away
with a free mini bus every 15 minutes.
Please do not park in nearby streets.
Is it near a train station?
St Albans is the nearest
Is it near a motorway?
The venue is close to J21a M25 and J6a M1
Are there any hotels nearby?
Mercure St Albans Noke Hotel
Sopwell House
St Michael’s Manor Hotel
White Hart Hotel St. Albans
Premier Inn St Albans City Centre hotel
What happens to lost property?
Any left items are kept at Greenwood Park. Please ask at the front dest next time you are at Salsa Mish.
After a few months items are donated to charity.
Is there any photography?
Photographs taken most Fridays. If you do not want to be in any photos posted on social media please tell the person who takes the picture.
Where can I see the photos taken?
Julian Robbins and John Boot are the photographers that regularly take photos. They add them to albums on Facebook, usually with a link on the Salsa Mish page.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 INFORMATION
Please view our covid policy
and terms of entry
Our terms are in place to ensure your safety, which is of the utmost importance to all of us here at Salsa Mish.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
All the best,
Salsa Mish
What is SALSA?
Bachata is fun and romantic
It is one of the easiest dances to do and follow.
Where did SALSA originate?
The dance originated in the Dominican Republic and is danced all over the world.
What are the different styles of SALSA?
Cuban - traditional Dominican style
Crossbody - too close for some
What is the pattern for the dance?
Bachata steps are danced over 8 beats
3 steps and a pause every 4 beats
Come and join the fun and try it for yourself,
you will not regret it.
What is Bachata?
Bachata is fun and romantic
It is one of the easiest dances to do and follow.
Where did Bachata originate?
The dance originated in the Dominican Republic and is danced all over the world.
What are the different styles of Bachata?
Traditional - traditional Dominican style
Sensual - too close for some
Bachatango - a mix of modern and ballroom
What is the pattern for the dance?
Bachata steps are danced over 8 beats
3 steps and a tap every 4 beats
Come and join the fun and try it for yourself,
you will not regret it.
What is Kizomba?
Bachata is fun and romantic
It is one of the easiest dances to do and follow.
Where did Kizomba originate?
The dance originated in Angola and is danced all over the world.
What are the different styles of Kizomba?
Traditional - traditional Dominican style
Sensual - too close for some
Bachatango - a mix of modern and ballroom
What is the pattern for the dance?
Bachata steps are danced over 8 beats
3 steps and a tap every 4 beats
Come and join the fun and try it for yourself,
you will not regret it.
How long have you been dancing?
I have been interested in dancing since I was 2 years of age, I was called the dancer by the family.
I always danced at parties and almost every day.
What dance influenced you?
Egyptian belly dancing as I am Egyptian who lived the first 25 years of my life in Egypt.
What made you come to the UK?
When I was 14 years of age, my ex brother in law (British) saw me dancing and said to me “you would make a lot of money in the UK dancing and that sentence stayed in my head and I decided that one day I would teach dancing in UK.
What did you do before coming to the UK?
In Egypt I studied Medicine for 6 years but 2 months before the final. I decided to go to England and try to complete my studies there. After I arrived, I got a job working as a barman in The Rocket Club in Holloway Road and that changed my life direction.
Where did you learn latin dancing?
I first saw merengue, lambada and salsa dancing, at The Rocket where I was working.
I loved the music and was dancing behind and on top of the bar, my own dancing as I didn’t know the steps. The lessons were in a different room to the bar so I just learnt the steps by watching people dancing after the lessons.
I made a fool of myself every Wednesday until lambada suddenly clicked and I loved it. I learnt merengue from the first song I heard as it is much easier than Lambada.
I danced every day, on my own, everywhere I went I would be dancing to any music.
When did you start teaching dance?
Later that year I started to work at Club Havana in St Albans where I was teaching merengue and lambada to beginners, improvers and intermediates.
I soon started to teach salsa and by 1993 I began to teach and DJ for different clubs all around England.
When did you start your own club?
I have always wanted to run my own club so I started Salsa Mish in 2005 at Esporta fitness club in Hemel Hempstead every Saturday, I was still teaching Tuesday, Thursday and Friday nights at Club Havana.
When did you open at Greenwood Park?
When Club Havana stopped latin dancing I knew there was a need to keep a salsa event on Friday nights in St Albans going.
I looked and found Greenwood Park Community Centre. I felt that this was the right venue so started my regular Friday Night in June 2010.
Have you ever worked with kids?
I have taught dancing to kids in over 50 schools, mostly free, to inspire them to dance and give them confidence, self-esteem, happiness and a lot of laughter!
What was you goal opening a regular weekly event?
I started Salsa Mish at Greenwood Park to share my passion for dancing and the music.
I want to inspire people to dance. I provide a safe place for them to do so. My Friday night helps people relax, dance, meet, socialise, respect, have fun and forget problems for one night. Salsa Mish is like a big family gathering where every age, nationality, sex and colour is welcomed.
I love my Friday night club, whether it is busy or not, the atmosphere is always great. My satisfaction comes from seeing happiness and laughter all around me with amazing music and amazing people.
Dancing has become more and more popular thanks to TV shows like Strictly Come Dancing and movies like Dirty Dancing.
It is a fantastic way to get fit, have fun and meet new friends all at the same time.
Dancing is a complete mind and body workout for all ages, shapes and sizes.
Mental benefits - Dance can increase…
+ Mood
+ Self-esteem
+ Body image
+ Quality of life
+ Concentration
+ Cognitive skills,
+ Self-confidence
+ General wellbeing
+ Physical confidence
+ Psychological wellbeing
+ Strengthens your emotions,
+ Social skills
And it decreases…
- Anxiety
- Depression
Physical benefits - Dance can improve…
+ Agility
+ Flexibility
+ Balance
+ Endurance
+ Coordination
+ Motor fitness
+ Aerobic fitness
+ Stronger bones
+ Muscle strength
+ Physical abilities
+ Heart & lung health
+ Weight management
+ Burn over 400 calories
+ Uses many parts of your body
And it can reduce…
- Risk of osteoporosis
What they say…
“When I leave Salsa Mish I feel amazing – buzzing with excitement and achievement. ‘’
“What an amazing place with amazing people! Last night was our first time ever dancing! we were welcomed by just about everyone. Mish has got this club spot on! No pressure, just happy people enjoying dance. We can’t wait for next week’s lessons and free dancing. All ages all levels from absolute novice (which was us last night) to jaw dropping energy of the professionals. Great workout and great fun thank you for welcoming us into the huge family!! See you next week.” Julia Nash
“Amazing vibes, friendly crowd, organised, facilities available, fantastic selection of music, parking access. A variety of classes available for everyone. The teachers are professional and really know how to unleash your potential. I always have a fantastic time when I am there. Thanx Mish.” Iesha Rahman
“Was my first time here and first ever experience and felt so comfortable, staff and attendees where lovely, great dance experience, even if they where beginner classes, can’t wait to go back next week, totally addicted already..like having a new family.” Tara Smith