Back to Basics – Samba is an instructional video presented by Bryan Watson and Karen Hardy, focusing on the essential techniques that form the foundation of International Latin Samba. Rather than teaching advanced choreography or competition routines, this course explains the core principles that create authentic Samba movement, helping dancers build correct technique from the beginning.
The lessons begin with basic routines and figure recognition before examining the technical elements that distinguish Samba from the other Latin dances. Topics include poise, the eight fundamental Samba rhythms, Whisks, Voltas, Bota Fogos, Samba bounce, footwork, movement mechanics, body weight placement, standing leg usage, and the characteristic actions that give Samba its unique style and energy. Throughout the course, Bryan Watson and Karen Hardy explain how these individual components work together to create balanced, rhythmical, and expressive dancing.
Designed for dancers of all levels, this program serves as a technical reference for students developing strong fundamentals, instructors teaching International Latin technique, and competitive dancers refining movement quality. The course also discusses common technical problems and practical solutions before concluding with a competitive demonstration that illustrates how the concepts studied throughout the lessons are applied in performance.
With approximately 68 minutes of instruction, Back to Basics – Samba provides a structured study of the technical principles that support confident and efficient International Latin Samba.
Course Contents
- Basic Routines
- Figure Names
- Technique
- Poise
- Eight Samba Rhythms
- Whisk, Volta & Bota Fogo
- Samba Bounce
- Footwork
- Movement
- Body Weight Position
- Usage of the Standing Leg
- Samba Movements
- Characteristics
- Interpretation of Samba
- Body Language
- Development & Problems Discussed
- Competitive Demonstration
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