The Laird Technique: Visualize the Principles of World-Class Latin
Technique in Latin American dance is not just about the steps—it is about the physical integrity and mechanical precision behind them. The Laird Technique video series transcends the limitations of written text, allowing you to observe the nuances of movement in motion.
Developed by the legendary Walter Laird, this series breaks down the “Latin Standard” into granular, actionable segments. Whether you are working on the syncopated timing of the Cha Cha, the rhythmic bounce of the Samba, or the dramatic lines of the Paso Doble, this series ensures you develop a deep, structural understanding of how to move with power, grace, and technical accuracy.
Core Syllabus Breakdown
This masterclass covers the comprehensive Latin American competition syllabus. Each figure is analyzed for weight distribution, hip rotation, and body tension—the pillars of the Laird methodology.
Syllabus Curriculum
[+] Cha Cha
Alemana (Variations A, B, Checked), Close Basic (1-5, Ronde Chasse), Close Hip Twist (Spiral, Right-to-Right), Cross Basic, Cuban Break (Open/CPP), Fan, Hand to Hand, Hockey Stick, Natural Top (Finish B), Open Basic (with 3 CCC), Open Hip Twist, Shoulder to Shoulder, Split Cuban Break, Spot Turns, Time Step (Guapacha), Turkish Towel, Under Arm Turns.
[+] Samba
Backward Rocks, Circular Voltas, Close Rocks, Contra Botafogos, Corta Jaca, Cruzados Locks & Walks, Dropped Voltas, Natural Basic & Roll, Open Rocks, Plait, Progressive Basic, Promenade Botafogo, Promenade Samba Walks, Promenade to Counter Promenade Runs, Reverse Basic & Turn, Rhythm Bounce, Samba Locks, Whisk.
[+] Rumba
Alemana (Checked, Right-to-Right), Alternative Basic, Basic Movement (Finished in Open CPP), Close Hip Twist (Adv. Opening Out), Cont. Circular & Hip Twist, Cuban Rocks, Cucaracha, Curl, Fallaway, Fan, Forward Walks (Shadow), Hand to Hand, Hockey Stick, Natural Top, Open Hip Twist, Opening Out, Reverse Top, Rope Spin, Sliding Doors, Spiral, Spot Turns, Syncopated Cuban Rocks, Three Alemanas, Under Arm Turns.
[+] Paso Doble
Alternative Entry, Attack, Banderillas, Basic Movement (Curved), Chasse Cape, Chasses (Left/Right), Coup de Pique, Elevations, Fallaway Reverse/Whisk, Flamenco Taps, Grand Circle, Huit, La Passé, Promenade (Close/Counter), Separation, Sixteen, Spanish Line, Sur Place, Syncopated Chasse/Coup de Pique/Separation, Travelling Spins, Twist Turn.
[+] Jive
American Spin, Basic (Fallaway/Place), Change of Hands Behind Back, Change of Place (L-to-R/R-to-L, Double Spin), Chicken Walks, Curly Whip, Double Cross Whip, Fallaway Throwaway, Flick Ball Change, Link, Overturned Change of Place/Throwaway, Promenade Walks (Quick/Slow), Reverse Whip, Rolling Off the Arm, Spanish Arms, Stop and Go, Throwaway Whip, Whip, Windmill.
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