We look at the Cha Cha, one of the more popular Latin dances. We cover music and rhythm of Cha Cha and basic steps including the New York and Lady’s…
In the second lesson, we review everything covered in week 1, learn some new steps and apply the more common triple-rhythm timing.
We start a two-week Jive program teaching you Single Rhythm Jive before we move on to the more sophisticated Triple Rhythm version of this dance. That approach makes it much…
Danced well, the Closed Hip Twist is a beautiful basic step with a great story to it and the potential for a variety of ending actions. But it is danced poorly so often that it’s worth a closer look.
For a dance that’s focused on expressing a love story, the Rumba has gone through an interesting and embattled history. Here’s a look at some of the development of this Latin American dance.
The Hand to Hand is one of the most basic Latin steps, yet I’m always surprised how often it is danced poorly. Here is some information to help you improve your Hand to Hand in Rumba and Cha Cha.
We start our Intermediate series on the Rumba, a slow and sensual Latin dance that originated from the Cuban Son. In this program you’ll learn a variety of Bronze and Silver…
We all know about hip rotation in Latin, but just how much rotation is frequently misunderstood or not applied. Here’s a look at how important it really is.
We look at the Cha Cha, one of the more popular Latin dances. In this lesson we cover music and rhythm of Cha Cha and basic steps including the New…
This sexy Latin dance is an essential skill. Many dine & dance restaurants feature Salsa music. You’ll also find the music played at wedding and company receptions, and of course,…
This sexy Latin dance is an essential skill. Many dine & dance restaurants feature Salsa music. You’ll also find the music played at wedding and company receptions, and of course,…
The Samba, Brazil’s sexy Latin dance, dates back to 1914, when it was known as the Maxixe. It has a unique character and several different rhythms. Here’s more info on the Samba.