International Style Latin Open Bronze Rumba Variations is an instructional video presented by Donald Johnson & Kasia Kozak, former British Open Rising Star Latin Champions. Designed for dancers with a solid understanding of the Bronze Rumba syllabus, this program introduces Open Bronze variations that develop familiar syllabus figures through body actions, turns, delayed actions, and choreography ideas.
Beginning with an introduction to basic Rumba technique, the instructors demonstrate how each Open Bronze variation develops naturally from the original syllabus figures. Clear demonstrations and technical instruction help dancers understand how these variations can be incorporated while maintaining the technique, timing, and character of International Latin Rumba.
Before studying these variations, dancers are recommended to have a good understanding of the Bronze syllabus figures and terminology, allowing them to focus on the development of movement rather than the basic techniques.
Course Contents
Introduction
- Basic Rumba Technique
Body Action & Movement Principles
- Timing & Musical Interpretation
- Lead and Follow Skills
Figure Variations
Fan
- Delayed Leg Action
- Swivels
Alemana
- Man’s Overturned Action
- Delayed Action for Lady
- Man’s Alemana Variation
Hockey Stick
- Quick Switch
- Continuous Swivels
Natural Top
- Continuous Underarm Turn
- Open Break Variation
Opening Out to Right and Left
- Syncopated Breakaway
- Syncopated Run Around
Natural Opening Out Movement
- Syncopated Change of Place
- Continuous Opening Out
Closed Hip Twist
- Cucarachas Variation
Progressive Walks Forward & Backward
- Spiral Actions
- Overturned Walks with Underarm Turn
Dance Demonstration
- Complete Rumba Demonstration
Suitable for ballroom students, teachers, and competitors, this video provides a practical reference for developing Open Bronze choreography while reinforcing the technique and movement principles of International Latin Rumba.
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