Rueda
de Casino, in its truest form, is an art of communication that
requires dancers be alert and quick. A leader calls out or signals
the dancers to a short combination of intricate steps followed
by commands such as "adios", "enchufa", or
"dame..." which are patterns that lead dancers to a
change of partners. There are reportedly more than 150 moves,
each with a name that often has a double entendre or some cross-cultural
humor buried in it. Each pattern also comes with a hand signal
or gesture which are well needed in large circles and/or loud
night clubs. It's incredible to watch but certainly much more
so to participate. Everyone in the wheel, including followers,
keep their eyes peeled to the caller. When the dancers are on
in "la rueda" it is intoxicating and addictive