International Latin Silver & Gold Samba Syllabus is a comprehensive advanced training program presented by renowned Latin dance educator Corky Ballas, assisted by Kristina Pchenitchnykh. Covering both Silver and Gold levels of the International Latin Samba syllabus, this approximately 115-minute program provides a structured progression through advanced foot actions, rotational figures, traveling movements and characteristic Samba combinations.
The Silver Level begins with Advanced Foot Changes and develops important syllabus material including Open Rocks, Back Rocks, Plait, Rolling Off the Arm, Argentine Crosses, Maypole and Shadow Circular Volta. These figures expand upon Bronze fundamentals while developing stronger rhythm control, coordination, rotation, partner connection and the distinctive movement qualities required in International Samba.
The Gold Level progresses into more challenging figures including Contra Bota Fogos, Roundabout, Natural Roll, Reverse Roll, Promenade and Counter Promenade Runs, Three Step Turn, Samba Locks, and Cruzado Walks and Locks. This material introduces more sophisticated traveling and rotational actions while helping dancers develop continuity, speed and control through advanced combinations.
Demonstration sections show the syllabus figures connected in practical sequences, allowing students and teachers to see how individual elements work within continuous dancing. A final Dance Demonstration provides an additional reference for timing, partnering, movement quality and overall Samba presentation.
With approximately 1 hour 55 minutes of material, this program is an excellent reference for Silver and Gold students, dance teachers, medal-test candidates, competitive dancers and instructors seeking a detailed guide to advanced International Latin Samba.
Silver Level – Samba Figures
- Advanced Foot Changes
- Open Rocks
- Back Rocks
- Plait
- Rolling Off the Arm
- Argentine Crosses
- Maypole
- Shadow Circular Volta
Demonstration – Figures 17–23
Gold Level – Samba Figures
- Contra Bota Fogos
- Roundabout
- Natural Roll
- Reverse Roll
- Promenade and Counter Promenade Runs
- Three Step Turn
- Samba Locks
- Cruzado Walks and Locks
Demonstration – Figures 24–31
Complete Dance Demonstration





