New Steps to Success – Slow Foxtrot presents a structured progression of Slow Foxtrot material divided into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels. Each level contains three practice groups that gradually introduce more complex figures and combinations while reinforcing the fundamental principles of movement, timing, balance, and partner connection.
Each routine is demonstrated from multiple viewing directions, followed by figure-name explanations and counted practice, making it easier for dancers to study individual figures as well as complete combinations.
The program also includes practical practice advice from Mirko Gozzoli & Alessia Betti, providing useful guidance for developing smoother movement and more consistent technique.
Course Structure
Each level contains three progressive routines.
Every routine includes:
- Demonstration from two directions
- Figure-name explanation
- Demonstration with counts
Topics Covered
The Beginner level introduces essential Slow Foxtrot figures including the Feather Step, Reverse Turn, Three Step, Natural Turn, Hover Feather, Closed Telemark, Hover Cross, Open Telemark, Open Natural Turn, Outside Swivel, Natural Zig-Zag, Curved Feather, Back Feather, Bounce Fallaway, Feather Finish, Twist Turn, Weave, Reverse Wave, Closed Impetus, and Fallaway Reverse & Slip Pivot.
The Intermediate level expands the syllabus with Reverse Turn variations, Extended Reverse Wave, Spin Turn, Double Reverse Spin, Hover Cross, Open Impetus, Triple Chassé to Right, Extended Hover Cross, Curved Feather, Outside Spin, Oversway, Reverse Wave, Promenade Pivot, Right Lunge, and Telespin.
The Advanced level focuses on longer competitive combinations featuring Running Finish, Natural Check, Running in Promenade Position, Left Lunge, Oversway, Rudolph, High Right Lunge with Lady’s Developé, Tumble Turn, Double Natural Spin, Change of Direction, Syncopated Running Finish, Reverse Pivot, Hover Telemark, Forward Running, Hover Natural Pivot, Curved Three Step, Open Telemark, Open Natural Turn, Same Foot Lunge, Wing, Back Check, and concludes with One Point Advice.
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