NATD Foxtrot Technique Book
The NATD Foxtrot Technique Book is the official technical reference published by the National Association of Teachers of Dancing (NATD) for International Standard Foxtrot. Designed for students, teachers, coaches, and examination candidates, this ebook provides a structured progression from Pre-Bronze through Bronze, Silver (Licentiate), and Gold (Fellow) levels using the official NATD teaching system.
Each figure is presented with complete technical analysis, including alignment, amount of turn, timing, rise and fall, footwork, sway, CBM, and the recommended preceding and following figures. The book also explains Foxtrot rhythm, tempo, musical interpretation, and movement principles, helping dancers develop smooth, controlled, and technically correct performance.
Whether preparing for NATD examinations or improving teaching and competitive ballroom technique, this ebook serves as an authoritative reference for International Standard Foxtrot.
Contents Include
Technical Fundamentals
- Foxtrot rhythm, tempo & timing
- Alignment & direction
- Foot positions & footwork
- Rise & Fall
- Sway
- CBM & CBMP
- Leader & Follower technique
- Figure analysis
- Precedes & Follows
Pre-Bronze & Bronze Figures
- Feather Step
- Three Step
- Natural Turn
- Reverse Turn incorporating Feather Finish
- Closed Impetus & Feather Finish
- Natural Weave
- Change of Direction
- Basic Weave
- Top Spin
Silver (Licentiate) Figures
- Hover Telemark
- Hover Telemark to Promenade Position
- Closed Telemark
- Open Telemark & Feather Ending
- Hover Feather
- Natural Telemark
- Hover Cross
- Open Impetus
- Weave from Promenade Position
- Reverse Wave
Gold (Fellow) Figures
- Natural Twist Turn
- Curved Feather to Back Feather
- Natural Zig Zag from Promenade Position
- Fallaway Reverse & Slip Pivot
- Natural Hover Telemark
- Bounce Fallaway with Weave Ending













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