ISTD Quickstep Syllabus

ISTD International Quickstep Syllabus (Digital EBook) The official technical manual by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD). This premium digital EBook outlines the precise mechanics, alignments, and footwork for all 27 core Quickstep figures, systematically categorized from Student Teacher to Fellow levels. An indispensable reference tool for competitive athletes, professional coaches, and medal candidates.

Product Specifications

Product Type: PDF EBook
Syllabus: Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) Official Curriculum
Dance Style: International Standard — Quickstep Exclusive
Skill Levels: All Tiers (Student Teacher through Fellow)
Total Figures: 27 Defined Syllabus Actions

$12.00

Product ID: 6527 Categories: Ebooks, Syllabus

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Official 27-Figure Syllabus Directory

1. Student Teacher (Foundational Tier)

Quarter Turn to R
Natural Turn
Natural Turn with Hesitation
Natural Pivot Turn
Natural Spin Turn
Progressive Chasse
Chasse Reverse Turn
Forward Lock

2. Associate (Intermediate Tier)

Closed Impetus
Back Lock
Reverse Pivot
Progressive Chasse to R
Tipple Chasse to R
Running Finish
Natural Turn and Back Lock
Double Reverse Spin

3. Licentiate (Advanced Figures)

Quick Open Reverse
Fishtail
Running Right Turn
Four Quick Run
V6
Closed Telemark

4. Fellow (Master Named Variations)

Cross Swivel
Six Quick Run
Rumba Cross
Tipsy to R and L
Hover Corte

Technical Coaching Pro-Tip

Linear Continuity & Speed Control: Quickstep demands high-velocity movement without losing dynamic balance or breaking partnership alignment. Use this EBook to drill the critical transitions between syncopated chasses and progressive locks (e.g., Progressive Chasse to R $\rightarrow$ V6 $\rightarrow$ Six Quick Run $\rightarrow$ Forward Lock). This discipline trains the lower limbs to absorb floor friction efficiently, keeping the upper frame quiet and expansive under pressure.