Spectacular Shaping is an instructional video presented by Geoffrey Hearn, featuring demonstrations by Arunas Bizokas & Katusha Demidova. The program focuses on one of the key elements of modern International Standard Ballroom dancing—shaping.

As ballroom choreography continues to evolve, dancers are increasingly expected to shape each figure to create a larger visual presence and greater contrast throughout their routines. This video explores different approaches to shaping, showing how these methods can be applied while preserving the balance, connection, posture, and movement principles that define Standard Ballroom.

Using demonstrations from Waltz, Tango, Slow Foxtrot, and Quickstep, Geoffrey Hearn discusses how shaping influences body lines, movement quality, and overall presentation. Rather than promoting a single shaping style, the program encourages dancers to understand when and how different shaping methods can be used to suit the choreography while remaining true to the character of each dance.

Presented through demonstrations by Arunas Bizokas & Katusha Demidova, the video provides a practical reference for dancers and teachers interested in developing more expressive movement without compromising sound ballroom technique.

Topics Covered

The program explores shaping concepts through examples from four International Standard dances:

• Waltz – shaping with rise and fall and continuous movement
• Tango – shaping to create contrast and character
• Slow Foxtrot – shaping within flowing movement and body flight
• Quickstep – shaping while maintaining speed, lightness, and control

The lessons examine different methods of shaping, body lines, choreography contrast, and presentation while maintaining the fundamental principles of International Standard Ballroom.

Suitable For

• International Standard dancers
• Ballroom teachers and coaches
• Competitive dancers
• Intermediate and advanced students
• Choreographers
• Dancers developing shaping and presentation