The Ballroom Technique by Alex Moore has long been recognized as one of the standard references for International Standard Ballroom technique. Published by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD), the book has been used for many years by dance teachers, examination candidates, adjudicators, and competitive dancers as a guide to the technical requirements of Standard Ballroom dancing.
Rather than teaching choreography, the book presents each figure in a structured chart format, making it easy to study the essential technical elements required for accurate execution. Every figure includes foot positions, alignment, amount of turn, rise and fall, footwork, timing, and recommended precedes and follows, providing a consistent reference for both learning and teaching.
This revised edition also introduces a clearer layout, simplified descriptions, and updated figure selections while removing a number of obsolete figures that are no longer commonly danced in modern Ballroom competitions.
Topics Covered
- General Ballroom principles
- Professional examination guidance
- How to study the technique charts
- Foot positions and alignment
- Footwork and CBM
- Rise and fall
- Sway and poise
- Holds and body position
- Timing and amount of turn
- Permissible precedes and follows
- Technical charts for individual figures
Dance Sections
- Waltz
- Slow Foxtrot
- Quickstep
- Tango
- Additional Figures
Whether you are preparing for professional examinations, teaching syllabus classes, or improving your understanding of International Standard Ballroom technique, The Ballroom Technique remains one of the most widely recognized technical references available.
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