Innovation – Samba is part of the instructional series featuring Slavik Kryklyvyy & Karina Smirnoff, one of the most recognized partnerships in competitive Latin dancing. This program focuses on Samba technique and examines the movement principles that form the foundation of effective Samba performance.
The video combines demonstrations, technical explanations, timing exercises, and routine analysis. Each section of the routine is presented with detailed breakdowns, allowing dancers to study both individual actions and their application within a complete Samba choreography.
The instructors discuss important technical concepts including posture, body weight usage, bounce action, footwork, leg action, movement mechanics, and rhythmic interpretation.
Course Content
Samba Routine
- Full routine demonstration
- Dance to music from two directions
- Section A
- Section B
- Section C
- Section D
Technical Analysis
- Figure explanations
- Dance with timing
- Men’s timing demonstration
- Lady’s timing demonstration
- Partnered demonstrations
Samba Fundamentals
- Posture and body alignment
- Body weight control
- Bounce action
- Footwork technique
- Leg action mechanics
- Body movement principles
- Timing and beat values
- Relationship between bounce and rhythm
