American Style Rhythm – Technique is an instructional video presented by Ron Montez and Karla Montez, focusing on the fundamental techniques that support all American Rhythm dances. Rather than teaching specific figures or routines, this course examines the body mechanics, styling principles, and partner skills that improve movement quality across Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing, Bolero, Mambo, and Samba.
The lessons are organized into four core areas: body isolations, arm styling, partnering, and Latin body action. Each topic explores practical techniques that dancers can apply regardless of choreography, helping develop better coordination, posture, balance, musicality, and communication with a partner. These technical concepts provide a strong foundation for both social dancing and competitive training.
Originally produced in 2007, this video offers approximately 41 minutes of focused instruction and serves as a valuable reference for dancers, teachers, and coaches looking to strengthen the technical fundamentals of American Style Rhythm.
Course Contents
Body Isolations
- Shoulders
- Rib Cage
- Hips
Arm Styling
- Basic
- Small Circle
- Big Circle
- Frame Circle
- Arm Circle with Walk
Partnering
- Push-Catch
- Cross-Over
- Leading and Following Turns & Swivels
- Press-Catch
Latin Body Action
- Tap and Crease
- Figure 8
- Side, Close, Side
- Turn, Close, Side
- Rocks
- Side Breaks
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