New ABC’s of Ballroom – Quickstep continues the educational approach established by the original ABC of Ballroom series developed by former UK Open Professional Standard Champions Augusto Schiavo and Caterina Arzenton.
In this updated edition, Caterina Arzenton explains the technical principles and mechanics of Quickstep while internationally recognized ballroom dancers Domen Krapez and Monica Nigro demonstrate the figures. The program combines practical demonstrations with detailed footwork analysis, allowing dancers to study both technique and movement structure.
Each figure is presented through a consistent teaching format, making the material suitable for students, teachers, and competitive dancers seeking a deeper understanding of International Standard Quickstep.
Teaching Format
Each figure includes:
- Demonstration with music
- Leader’s footwork explanation
- Follower’s footwork explanation
- Demonstration with counting
- Technical analysis of movement and timing
Quickstep Figures Covered
Basic and Fundamental Figures
- Quarter Turn to Right
- Natural Turn
- Natural Turn with Hesitation
- Progressive Chasse
- Forward Lock
- Back Lock
- Progressive Chasse to Right
Turns and Rotations
- Natural Pivot Turn
- Natural Spin Turn
- Reverse Pivot
- Double Reverse Spin
- Closed Telemark
- Cross Swivel
Advanced Chasses and Locks
- Chasse Reverse Turn
- Tipple Chasse to Right
- Running Finish
- Natural Turn and Back Lock
- Fishtail
- Running Right Turn
Running Figures
- Four Quick Run
- Six Quick Run
- V-6
- Quick Open Reverse
Additional Figures
- Closed Impetus
- Rumba Cross
- Tipsy to Right and Left
- Hover Corte
Who Is This Video For?
Students
Useful for learning syllabus and advanced Quickstep figures through structured demonstrations.
Teachers
Provides a reference for explaining footwork, timing, and figure construction.
Competitive Dancers
Suitable for technical review and improvement of movement quality and figure accuracy.
Why Study This Program?
The combination of Caterina Arzenton’s technical explanations and the demonstrations by Domen Krapez & Monica Nigro creates a structured learning resource focused on figure mechanics, footwork, and timing. The consistent presentation format allows dancers to analyze individual figures and review them repeatedly during practice.
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