ISTD Latin American Cha Cha Cha (6th Edition) is the official syllabus and technique manual for Latin American Cha Cha Cha published by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD). Written by renowned examiner and educator Elisabeth Romain, this reference guide provides the technical standards, figure descriptions, and examination material required within the ISTD Latin American syllabus system.
This edition covers the fundamental principles of Cha Cha Cha, including timing, footwork, body actions, alignments, and figure structure. The syllabus progresses from basic Student–Teacher level figures through Associate, Licentiate, and Fellow examinations, making it an essential resource for dancers, teachers, coaches, and examination candidates.
Syllabus Contents Include:
Student–Teacher Figures
- Basic Movements (Closed, Open and In Place)
- New York
- Spot Turns to Left or Right
- Switch Turns
- Underarm Turns
- Shoulder to Shoulder
- Hand to Hand
- Three Cha Cha Chas
- Side Steps
- There and Back
- Time Steps
Associate Figures
- Fan
- Alemana
- Hockey Stick
- Natural Top
- Natural Opening Out Movement
- Closed Hip Twist
Licentiate Figures
- Open Hip Twist
- Reverse Top
- Opening Out from Reverse Top
- Aida
- Spiral Turns
- Curl
- Rope Spinning
- Cross Basic
- Cuban Breaks
- Split Cuban Breaks
- Chase
Fellow Figures
- Advanced Hip Twist
- Hip Twist Spiral
- Turkish Towel
- Sweetheart
- Follow My Leader
- Foot Changes
In addition to the syllabus figures, the book provides detailed technical information and examination standards used throughout the ISTD Latin American qualification system. It is an invaluable reference for syllabus study, teacher training, examination preparation, and competitive Latin dance development.
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