Develop stronger International Latin Rumba technique with this instructional program presented by Donnie Burns, one of the most respected competitors and coaches in Latin dance. Rather than simply teaching Bronze syllabus figures, this video focuses on identifying common technical mistakes and demonstrating practical corrections that improve movement quality and partner coordination.
Using demonstrations by Sergey Surkov & Agnieszka Melnicka, each figure group is first performed with typical errors frequently seen in competitions. Donnie Burns then analyzes the performance, explaining the technical issues before demonstrating improved execution. This teaching method allows dancers to understand how refined body mechanics and accurate timing create smoother, more expressive Rumba.
Particular attention is given to body action, arm usage, hip movement, frame, and footwork, helping dancers build a stronger technical foundation while maintaining the characteristic rhythm and controlled movement of International Latin Rumba.
Topics Covered
Cucaracha Technique
Cucaracha in Side by Side
- Arm Timing
- Body Action – Moving from Muscle to Bone
- Foot Action
- Leg Action
- Hip Action
Cucaracha in Hold
- Left and Right Arm Position
- Frame
- Lady’s Position
Basic Group (8 Bars)
- Back Basic
- Hip Twist
- Fan Position
- Alemana
- Opening Out
- Closed Hip Twist
- Rock Fan
- Cuban Rocks (Slow)
Development of Basic Group
- Back Basic
- Hip Twist
- Lunge
- Fan Position (Rock Fan)
- Rock Movements
Advanced Basic Development
- Fan Position
- Alemana
- Opening Out
- Syncopated Opening Out
- Overlap
- Lady’s Turn (Walk for Man)
- Delayed Walk for Man
- Two Syncopated Hip Twists
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