International Style Technique & Practical Application Vol.1 set (5-Video)

Master the complete foundation of International Style Latin with the Technique & Practical Application Vol. 1 Set, a comprehensive 5-video MP4 collection presented by legendary Latin coach Shirley Ballas. Covering all five International Latin dances—Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive—this series combines technical instruction with practical application, helping dancers develop stronger fundamentals and apply them confidently in practice and performance.

Rather than focusing on choreography alone, each program examines the essential techniques that define its dance, including body action, timing, rhythm, footwork, movement quality, and characteristic actions. Every lesson concludes with practical exercises or routines that demonstrate how the technical concepts can be integrated into complete dancing, making the collection suitable for regular practice, private lessons, and competition preparation.

Whether you are refining your technique, preparing students for examinations, or expanding your teaching resources, this five-video collection provides a structured study of the core principles behind International Latin dancing.

Collection Includes

International Style Cha Cha Technique & Practical Application Vol. 1

• Nine essential Cha Cha chassé variations
• Chassé technique and practical application
• Solo and partner practice routines

International Style Samba Technique & Practical Application Vol. 1

• Samba timing and rhythm
• Cruzados Walk, Voltas, Corta Jaca, Samba Lock, Plait
• Two practice routines

International Style Rumba Technique & Practical Application Vol. 1

• Professional coaching tips
• Seven Rumba walks
• Solo and partner practice routines

International Style Paso Doble Technique & Practical Application Vol. 1

• Posture and hold
• Dance positions and fundamental actions
• Appel, Slip Appel, CBMP, Pivot, La Passe, Twist Turns
• Practice routine

International Style Jive Technique & Practical Application Vol. 1

• Jive actions and technical exercises
• Simple Spin, Kick Group Variation, Pat-A-Cake Variation
• Two practice routines