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Choosing a Dance Style

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Dance-style-imageThe following is a post by Alex Jacobs from dancingthroughtherecession.com. Enjoy!

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When Leonid asked me to write a guest article for him I was excited. I’ve followed his posts on message boards such as Dance Forums and have subscribed to his e-mails and videos since this website launched. While I maintain my own blog, it’s largely focused on financial aspects of dancing, while Leonid’s site is filled with educational resources. What could I contribute here that would be unique from the pieces on my blog while complimenting Leonid’s pieces? I wasn’t going to try to produce online dance lessons or training advice – I knew I couldn’t compete in that arena – but looking around the site gave me some ideas. CONTINUE READING

Do you switch partners?

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Switch-dance-partnersIn this video podcast I talk about why you should switch partners in group classes. You see, if you only dance with 1 person all the time, you are very used to their weakness and strengths and so you adapt to accommodate them. You need to step outside your comfort zone and dance with other people. I guarantee you will become a better dancer and who knows, you may also make some new friends in the process.
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Confessions of a Ballroom Addict

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Are you obsessed with dancing?

Watch this video to get a dance addict’s perspective. He rambles about how to he started dancing and been hooked ever since. He cannot stop dancing in public and is trying to get a grip on his “problem”.

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Fundamentals First… (Article)

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What separates great dancing from average dancing?

It is the mastery of fundamentals.

Too often when people start learning how to dance, they want to get to the more complex moves right away. They want to get the basics over with as quickly as possible and move on to “cooler stuff”. Of course the Rumba walk pales in comparison to the glory of the triple spin! READ THE REST

Tokyo Superstars parodys (Pt.1 & 2)

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There is a group of 4 dancers who are doing the unthinkable. They are imitating some of the best couples in the world. Couples like Bryan Watson & Carmen,
Slavik Kryklyvyy & Anna Melnikova, Michael Malitowski & Joanna Leunis and more! You can say that they exaggerate each couple’s style and it’s absolutely hilarious! Watch the videos to see what I mean.
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Ballroom Dancer – Movie with Slavik Kryklyvyy and Anna Melnikova

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I have just discovered that there is a movie coming out with Slavik Kryklyvyy and Anna Melnikova. “Ballroom Dancer” is about Slavik’s return to the competitive dance world with his new partner and girlfriend (Anna Melnikova). WATCH TRAILER

How To Rumba Dance: Beginner Guide with Videos

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How to Rumba dance for beginners

Learn how to Rumba dance with basic steps (below).

Table Of Contents:
Rumba Dance History & Character
Rumba Count & Rhythm
Rumba Basic Step (Box Step) – Video
Rumba Side Basic Step – Video

Rumba Dance History & Character:

The American Rumba originated in Cuba, and became famous in the USA during the 1920’s. This dance’s character was an offshoot from the Bolero-Son dance, dances to afro-cuban inspired music. This dance incorporates a lot of foot an leg pressure into the floor with every weight change. There is a natural hip action that is achieved from bending and straightening the knees. In open figures there is an emphasize on arm styling by extending the “free arms”.

The Rumba has many similarities to Cha Cha and Salsa, but its timing and technique make it unique.

Popular songs that fit the Rumba:
“Save the last dance” by Michael buble
“Better Together” by Jack Johnson.
“Love on the Weekend” by John Mayer

Rumba Count & Rhythm:

The way you count the Rumba dance is: “Slow, Quick, Quick” through out. The slow is 2 beats, while the quick is only 1 beat. An alternative way to count in numbers would be: 1,2 (Slow), 3,4 (Quick, Quick). The Rumba is 4/4 musical measure.

In the first video you’ll how to do the Rumba box step which is one of the most popular Rumba basic steps. In the second video you’ll learn the side basic step, another great move to mix in your dancing.

First, Rumba Basic Steps (The Box):


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Summary of Rumba Box Steps (Above)

Men:

Fwd with left foot
Side with right foot
Close left foot to right foot
Back with right foot
Side with left foot
Close right foot to left foot

Women:

Back with right foot
Side with left foot
Close right foot to left foot
Fwd with left foot
Side with right foot
Close left foot to right foot

Pro Tip:

You want to do what is called “cuban motion” latin technique – which can be achieved just by bending and straightening your knees through out this dance.

Second, The Side Basic Step:

Summary of Side Basic Steps (Above)

Men:

Side with left foot
Close right foot to left foot and switch weight
Switch weight on left foot
Side with right foot
Close left foot to right foot and switch weight
Switch weight on right foot

Women:

Side with right foot
Close left foot to right foot and switch weight
Switch weight on right foot
Side with left foot
Close right foot to left foot and switch weight
Switch weight on left foot

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