A Technique of Advanced Latin-American Figures (2-Video)

A Technique of Advanced Latin-American Figures (2-Video) is the official video companion to Geoffrey Hearn’s acclaimed technical publication on advanced International Latin dancing. Featuring World Professional Latin Champions Michael Malitowski & Joanna Leunis, this two-video collection transforms advanced technical concepts into clear visual demonstrations, making it easier to study movement, timing, body actions, and partner coordination.

The program is organised by dance, beginning with Basic Principles and Basic Actions presented by Petra Matschullat-Horn, before progressing to 20 advanced figures for each of the five International Latin dances: Rumba, Samba, Cha Cha Cha, Paso Doble, and Jive. This structured approach allows dancers to build a solid technical foundation before exploring advanced figure development and combinations.

Each advanced figure is demonstrated by Michael Malitowski & Joanna Leunis using full couple demonstrations, solo leader and follower presentations, rhythmic counts, demonstrations from different directions, and slow-motion analysis. These teaching methods help dancers observe body rhythm, shaping, arm styling, partner interaction, and movement quality with greater clarity than performance videos alone.

Based on Geoffrey Hearn’s technical methodology, this collection contains 100 advanced figures across all five International Latin dances, providing a practical visual reference for competition training, coaching, and long-term technical development. Whether used alongside the companion ebook or as an independent learning resource, it offers a structured way to study advanced International Latin technique.

Program Contents

Introduction

• Course overview by Geoffrey Hearn

Rumba

• Basic Principles & Basic Actions
• 20 Advanced Figures

Samba

• Basic Principles & Basic Actions
• 20 Advanced Figures

Cha Cha Cha

• Basic Principles & Basic Actions
• 20 Advanced Figures

Paso Doble

• Basic Principles & Basic Actions
• 20 Advanced Figures

Jive

• Basic Principles & Basic Actions
• 20 Advanced Figures

Learning Features

• Full couple demonstrations
• Leader & follower solo demonstrations
• Rhythmic counts
• Multiple viewing directions
• Slow-motion analysis