New ABC’s of Latin – Rumba is an instructional video designed to teach the essential figures and techniques of International Latin Rumba. Corky Ballas explains timing, lead, movement principles, and partner communication, while Michael Wentink and Kristina demonstrate both the leader’s and follower’s steps to help dancers understand each figure from both roles.
The course progresses from basic syllabus figures to more advanced combinations, with separate routines for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. In addition to individual figures, the lessons cover hip actions, body positions, holds, Rumba walks, leading techniques, and practical applications that support better movement quality and partner coordination.
With approximately 109 minutes of instruction, this video provides a structured reference for students, teachers, and dancers studying International Latin Rumba.
Collection Includes
The course begins with Hip Actions (4 types), Leads (3 types), Body Positions and Holds (12 types), and Rumba Walks (7 types) before progressing through three learning levels. The Beginner section covers Closed Basic, Basic in Place, Open Basic, Alternative Basic, Cucarachas, New York, Spot Turn, Switch Turn and Underarm Turn, Shoulder to Shoulder, Hand to Hand, Progressive Walks Forward and Back, Side Steps, Cuban Rocks, Fan, Alemana, Hockey Stick, Natural Top, Opening Out to Right and Left, Natural Opening Out, Closed Hip Twist, and practice routines. The Intermediate section introduces Open Hip Twist, Reverse Top, Opening Out from Reverse Top, Aida, Spiral Turns, and Routine 3. The Advanced section includes Sliding Doors, Fencing, Three Threes, Three Alemanas, Advanced Hip Twist, Continuous Hip Twist, Circular Hip Twist, and Routine 4.
Suitable For
- Beginner to advanced Latin dancers
- Ballroom and Latin dance teachers
- Competition dancers
- Medal Test and syllabus students
- Dance studios teaching International Latin
- Dancers learning Rumba technique and routines
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New ABC’s of Latin Rumba – Michael Wentink
Latin, Michael Wentink, Syllabus VideosLearn the fundamentals of International Latin Rumba with this instructional video presented by Corky Ballas, together with Michael Wentink and Kristina. Covering beginner, intermediate, and advanced syllabus figures, the course explains both the leader’s and follower’s steps, timing, lead, and practical routines for dancers developing their Rumba technique.
Product Details
- Format: MP4 Digital Video
- Title: New ABC’s of Latin – Rumba
- Presenters: Corky Ballas, Michael Wentink & Kristina
- Dance Style: International Latin – Rumba
- Skill Level: All Levels
- Runtime: Approximately 109 Minutes
- Category: Latin Syllabus
- Language: English
Original price was: $70.00.$15.00Current price is: $15.00.
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