Donnie Burns – Dance Training Set is a five-video instructional series covering the technical foundations of International Latin. Presented by Donnie Burns MBE, the program uses demonstrations by Sergey Surkov and Agnieszka Melnicka to explain movement, body actions, timing, and partner technique across the five International Latin dances.

Rather than focusing only on dance figures, the lessons examine how movements are performed and highlight common technical mistakes that dancers frequently encounter. By comparing incorrect and corrected demonstrations, the series helps viewers better understand balance, weight transfer, posture, coordination, and movement quality.

Each video focuses on a single dance—Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba, Jive, or Paso Doble—allowing dancers to study the technical characteristics of each style individually. The collection can be used as a reference for regular practice, teaching, and competition preparation.

Collection Includes

Volume 1 – Rumba

Focuses on the movement principles of Rumba, including body action, weight transfer, hip movement, posture, timing, and common technical corrections.

Volume 2 – Cha Cha

Covers Cha Cha technique with attention to timing, chassé actions, lock steps, body coordination, rotational movements, and partner connection.

Volume 3 – Samba

Explains the characteristic actions of Samba, including bounce action, rhythm, body movement, Voltas, Bota Fogos, and balance during dynamic movement.

Volume 4 – Jive

Examines Jive technique through kicks, flicks, rock steps, timing, body control, and movement efficiency at faster tempos.

Volume 5 – Paso Doble

Introduces the technical characteristics of Paso Doble, including posture, shaping, Appel, movement dynamics, musical interpretation, and dramatic presentation.

Suitable For

• International Latin dancers
• Dance teachers and coaches
• Competitive Latin dancers
• Intermediate and advanced students
• Dance studios
• Anyone studying Latin dance technique