The Fusion of Rise and Rhythm: Michael and Brandi break down the intricate physical puzzle of Bolero. They isolate how to execute a soft, sweeping stretch on the first beat before dropping into a clean, grounding Latin action on beats three and four.
Memorable Floor Patterns: This masterclass highlights advanced figures that look complex to judges but are built around logical, easy-to-remember lead-and-follow connections, making them highly effective for competitive choreography.
Intricate Connection Work: Features intense analysis of hand-changes, head-loops, and shadow shapes. Learn how to maintain partner tension through changing holds without disrupting your upper body alignment or timing.
Elite Precision Loop Tool: Delivered as a universal MP4 file, allowing you to pause, rewind, and loop Michael’s footwork or Brandi’s styling options directly on your studio setup during private practice.
Advanced Silver Figure Index
Rotational & Dramatic Shapes
Left Turning Basic with Variation
Criss-Cross Swivels and Lunge
Open Break, Twist Spin
Swivel into Closed Position and Rondé
Pivot to Telle Spins
Shadow & Hand-Change Textures
Leader’s Spiral to Neck Wrap Cross-Over
Cross Hand to Shadow
Shadow Fencing Breaks
Spiral to Head Loop
Dynamic Lead Progressions
Syncopated Double Spin and Walk Around
Cross-body Lead to Cross-Overs
Three step Rope Spin and Barrel Roll
Championship Technical Insight
Floor Tip: In advanced Bolero, the biggest technical error is treating the rise like a Waltz. Michael and Brandi demonstrate that Bolero rise must come from a flat foot and a deeply compressed standing leg, rather than lifting early onto the toes. When executing figures like the Barrel Roll or the Pivot to Telle Spins, keep your center connected to your partner. The rise should feel like a slow-motion suspension in mid-air, creating that breathtaking, elastic lag-time before you settle into the next step.
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