American Rhythm Bronze Samba – Nazar Norov

American Rhythm – Bronze Samba is an instructional video presented by Nazar Norov and Irina Kudryashova, covering the complete Bronze American Rhythm Samba syllabus. Designed for Bronze-level dancers, the course introduces the essential figures and techniques that build a strong foundation for American Style Samba, making it suitable for social dancers, students, and those preparing for syllabus examinations or competition.

The lessons progress from basic bounce action and fundamental movement to more advanced Bronze figures, allowing dancers to develop confidence through a logical learning sequence. Each figure is demonstrated individually before being combined into practice demonstrations, helping students understand transitions, timing, partner connection, body action, and rhythm. The course emphasizes the characteristic bounce, coordinated footwork, and smooth movement that define American Rhythm Samba.

With step-by-step instruction and complete figure demonstrations, this video provides a practical reference for mastering the Bronze syllabus while improving overall dancing technique and performance quality.

Course Contents

1. Basic Bounce
2. Forward and Back Basic
3. Side Basic
4. Fifth Position Breaks (Whisks)
5. Box

Demonstration of Figures 1–5

6. Extended Box
7. Samba Walks
8. Forward and Back Spiral (Bota Fogos)
9. Reverse Samba Walks
10. Promenade and Counter Promenade Bota Fogos

Demonstration of Figures 6–10

11. Opening Out Left and Right
12. Rolling Box
13. Voltas Left and Right
14. Open Break to Back Spot Turn
15. Advanced Left Turn

Demonstration of Figures 11–15

Dance Demonstration