Back to Basics Set (5-Video) is a complete instructional collection presented by Bryan Watson and Karen Hardy, covering the technical foundations of all five International Latin dances: Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive. Designed for dancers of all levels, this five-video set focuses on the essential movement principles that support efficient technique, musical interpretation, and partner communication across the International Latin syllabus.
Rather than teaching competition choreography, each volume examines the mechanics that create high-quality dancing. The instructors explain posture, body movement, weight transfer, footwork, timing, shaping, musical interpretation, and the characteristic actions that distinguish each dance. By studying these technical principles individually, dancers can develop a stronger understanding of movement before progressing to more advanced figures and routines.
Each program also discusses common technical problems and practical solutions while concluding with a competitive demonstration that illustrates how the concepts are applied in performance. Together, the five videos provide a structured reference for students building solid fundamentals, instructors teaching technical concepts, and experienced competitors refining movement quality.
The complete collection offers a convenient way to study every International Latin dance within the same teaching system while providing a saving compared with purchasing the individual titles separately.
Package Contents
1. Back to Basics – Cha Cha
- Basic routines
- Chassés and footwork
- Body movement and weight transfer
- Timing and musical interpretation
- Hip action and partner connection
- Competitive demonstration
2. Back to Basics – Samba
- Basic routines
- Eight Samba rhythms
- Whisks, Voltas & Bota Fogos
- Samba bounce and footwork
- Standing leg usage
- Body language and musical interpretation
- Competitive demonstration
3. Back to Basics – Rumba
- Rumba walks
- Body movement
- Weight control
- Hip action
- Direction changes
- Musical interpretation
- Technical exercises
- Competitive demonstration
4. Back to Basics – Paso Doble
- Basic routines
- Posture and shaping
- Appel and Chassés
- Footwork and timing
- Musical interpretation
- Body language
- Competitive demonstration
5. Back to Basics – Jive
- Basic routines
- Jive Chassés
- Footwork
- Swing action
- Knee action
- Timing and shaping
- Rock ‘n’ Roll characteristics
- Competitive demonstration
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