This instructional course covers the complete International Latin Bronze Rumba syllabus, presenting each figure individually before demonstrating how the figures are combined in complete routines. Corky Ballas teaches the fundamental techniques, timing, and syllabus figures in a clear, progressive format, making the course a practical reference for both dancers and instructors studying Bronze-level International Rumba.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to Rumba
- Basic Movement
- Alternative Basic
- Cucarachas
- New Yorker
- Spot Turns
- Shoulder to Shoulder
- Hand to Hand
- Progressive Walks Forward & Back
- Side Steps
- Cuban Rocks
- Demonstration – Figures 1–10
- The Fan
- The Alemana
- Hockey Stick
- Hockey Stick Ending in Counter Promenade Position
- Natural Top
- Opening Out to Right and Left
- Natural Opening Out
- Closed Hip Twist
- Demonstration – Figures 11–18
- Dance Demonstration
