Believe In Basics – International Foxtrot Figures & Technique

Believe In Basics – International Foxtrot Figures & Technique is an extensive International Standard Foxtrot training program presented by Victor Fung & Anna Mikhed. With approximately 175 minutes of instruction, the program demonstrates how competitive dancers can use fundamental figures not simply as syllabus exercises, but as tools for developing sophisticated technique, movement quality and expressive dancing.

The central concept of Believe In Basics is that impressive dancing does not depend solely on complicated choreography. Victor and Anna demonstrate how familiar Foxtrot figures can be transformed through intelligent variations in rotation, speed, timing, body movement and musical interpretation, creating numerous combinations while maintaining strong technical foundations.

The program begins with an important study of Posture, Position & Frame, establishing the physical organization and partnership required for effective Standard dancing. A routine demonstration then places the material in context before the individual figures are examined.

The technical syllabus includes essential Foxtrot figures such as the Feather Step, Reverse Turn, Feather Finish, Hover Telemark, Natural Fallaway, Outside Swivel, Basic Weave, Fallaway Slip Pivot, Three Step and Natural Turn. More developed material includes the Back Feather, Curving Reverse Wave, Viennese Cross with a Reverse Pivot and Contra Check.

By studying these figures in depth, dancers can explore how subtle changes in timing, rotation and movement dynamics dramatically alter the character and appearance of familiar choreography. The concluding dance demonstration shows how the principles can be integrated into continuous, competitive-quality Foxtrot.

At nearly three hours, this program is particularly valuable for competitive dancers, teachers, coaches and serious Standard students who want to improve the quality of their fundamental Foxtrot rather than simply learn additional steps.

Figures & Technique Covered

Introduction – Posture, Position & Frame
Routine Demonstration

1. Feather Step
2. Reverse Turn
3. Feather Finish
4. Hover Telemark
5. Natural Fallaway
6. Outside Swivel
7. Basic Weave
8. Fallaway Slip Pivot
9. Change of Direction
10. Three Step
11. Natural Turn
12. Back Feather
13. Curving Reverse Wave
14. Viennese Cross with a Reverse Pivot
15. Contra Check

Complete Dance Demonstration

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