Heidi Joanne Gutiérrez Quirindongo

Name: Heidi Joanne Gutiérrez Quirindongo
Age: Nov 5, 1994
Nationality: Puerto Rican
Currently residing: Ponce, Puerto Rico
Profession: high school student, dancer
Salsa Style: Puerto Rican Salsa - intermediate

How long have you been dancing for?

I have been dancing now for 4 years.

What made you start with Salsa?

Well, I actually started with Ballet, but the awesome taste in the music and the different styles in Salsa dancing made me try it, and I really liked it!

Where do you take your lessons?

I take my lessons at Ballet Señorial Dance Academy.

What is your best Salsa tip for a night out in your city?

Well, never be afraid of getting lost while Salsa dancing, if you do just keep trying, you will get it!

What is your best Salsa memory?

When I was selected for the first time to dance in couples.

What is your worst Salsa experience?

I rather not talk about it.

What are the best Salsa tips you have for men and women dancing Salsa?

Men: never let the girl lead you. Women: let the guys lead you, and keep the elbows away from your body so you do not look like you are tired!

Which song will get you up on the dance floor?

“Sin Salsa No Hay Paraiso” by: El Gran Combo.

Which Salsa dancer/teacher/choreographer inspires you?

My Salsa teachers: Emmanuel Correa and Ondara Lopez.

Where do you see Salsa going in 5 years from now?

Salsa Dance never dies, so if it is going to fade someday, I do not think it will be that soon.

What inspires you on the dance floor?

The different Salsa styles that you can see around you.

Lastly, if there was one Salsa wish you could make, what would that be?

To become one of the best Salsa dancers on earth!