A Technique of Advanced Standard Ballroom Figures (2-Video) is the official video companion to Geoffrey Hearn’s respected technical publication on advanced International Standard Ballroom. Featuring World Professional Standard Champions Mirko Gozzoli & Alessia Betti, this two-video program presents 97 advanced figures through a structured learning system that combines technical explanations with detailed visual demonstrations.

The course begins with Basic Principles, Basic Definitions, and Basic Actions, providing a clear technical foundation before progressing to advanced material. Rather than teaching isolated figures, the lessons are organised into technical groups such as Strong Movement, Strong Rotation, Other Turns & Spins, Checks & Hovers, Swivels & Rondés, dance-specific advanced figures, and Line Figures. This approach helps dancers understand the principles behind advanced movement and apply them across different dances.

Throughout the program, Mirko Gozzoli & Alessia Betti demonstrate each figure using full couple demonstrations, solo presentations for both Man and Lady, rhythmic counts, demonstrations from different directions, close-up footwork views, and slow-motion analysis. These learning features make it easier to study body movement, timing, shaping, partner coordination, and footwork in greater detail than performance videos alone.

Based on Geoffrey Hearn’s advanced ballroom methodology, the collection covers 97 advanced figures for Slow Waltz, Tango, Slow Foxtrot, and Quickstep. Bonus choreographic material and the original 20-track music album further enhance the learning experience, making this two-video set a valuable reference for competition preparation, coaching, and long-term technical development.

Program Contents

Introduction

• Course overview by Geoffrey Hearn

Basic Technique

• Basic Principles
• Basic Definitions
• Basic Actions

Advanced Figure Groups

• Strong Movement
• Strong Rotation
• Other Turns & Spins
• Checks & Hovers
• Swivels & Rondés
• Figures Particular to Slow Foxtrot
• Figures Particular to Tango
• Figures Particular to Quickstep
• Line Figures

Featured Figures

Running Spin Turn • Running Weave • Running Feather • Tumble Turn • Big Top • Telespin • Reverse Impetus • Hover Cross • Spanish Drag • Pepperpot • Bounce Locks • Rocket • Oversway • Hinge • Whiplash • X-Line • and many more.

Learning Features

• 97 Advanced Figures
• Full couple demonstrations
• Man & Lady solo demonstrations
• Demonstrations from two viewing directions
• Rhythmic counts
• Close-up footwork demonstrations
• Slow-motion analysis
• Bonus choreographic material
• 20-track music album