Bronx’s Salsa Comp Sways in Mott Haven

Mott Haven spun last night with the Bronx’s Salsa Comp, dancing NYC’s spring at a 138th Street hall. Dancer Jay Patel twirled as 200 cheered, a $10 ticket clash of steps. It’s borough rhythm—pure BX vibe, floors hot. A kid tripped a dip; a pro nailed a spin. ‘Bronx sways—this is it,’ Patel says, cueing horns. The room turned ballroom.

The comp’s fresh—March 22’s start, it tripled since RSVPs, packing space by 7 p.m. Patel’s a Fordham stepper; last night’s crowd hit max—bass thumped. A latecomer nabbed a slot; lights flashed—NYC grit glowed. Pairs hit eight—dance ruled. #BronxSalsa trended; Queens wants a twirl.

Some griped—’Too fast,’ sniped a newbie, dodging spins. Floor slipped—gripped quick; rhythm held. A rival’s pitching a Soundview sway, splitting steps. Still, 300 stayed—moves reigned. Mott Haven’s never spun so bold.

Patel’s teasing a monthly run, maybe a park if spring bites. ‘NYC’s pulse—this pumps it,’ he says, packing tracks. The comp’s a Bronx win—grit meets groove. It’s a salsa rush; join the next. Bring shoes—beats call.