Learn & Master Ballroom Dance is a structured lesson book for dancers learning the foundations of American Style ballroom dancing. Presented by Jaimee Simon and Mark Short, it introduces the essential concepts of partner dancing before progressing through three American Smooth dances and three American Rhythm dances.
The opening section explains core ballroom concepts such as body alignment, dance frame, foot positions, points of contact, closed and open positions, and basic leading and following. These fundamentals provide the technical base for the dance-specific lessons that follow.
The American Smooth section covers Waltz, Tango, and Foxtrot, with guidance on posture, line of dance, timing, rise and fall, heel and toe leads, sway, promenade position, turning actions, and partner coordination. Each dance includes named figures, technique notes, practice assignments, and sample routines.
The American Rhythm section introduces Rumba, Cha Cha, and Swing, focusing on rhythm posture, Cuban motion, timing, weight changes, footwork, partner positions, and commonly used figures.
Illustrated demonstrations, dance tips, key ideas, glossaries, and structured practice material make this ebook a useful reference for beginners, social dancers, and students building a foundation in American Smooth and Rhythm.
Contents
Partner Dancing Fundamentals: body alignment, dance frame, five foot positions, points of contact, closed, promenade, open, apart, right-side and left-side positions, plus introductory leading and following exercises.
American Smooth: fundamentals of Smooth dancing, followed by Waltz, Tango, and Foxtrot. The lessons cover timing, posture, frame, rise and fall, sway, footwork, line of dance, turning actions, promenade figures, underarm turns, practice assignments, and sample routines.
American Rhythm: fundamentals of Rhythm dancing, followed by Rumba, Cha Cha, and Swing. The material introduces rhythm posture, partner positioning, weight transfer, timing, body action, footwork, and progressive figure combinations.
Reference Sections: music CD song lists, glossary, acknowledgments, instructor biographies, and credits.
Suitable For
- Beginners learning American Style ballroom dance
- Social dancers reviewing basic technique and figures
- Students studying American Smooth and Rhythm
- Dance partners developing lead-and-follow skills
- Teachers seeking a structured introductory lesson reference
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