International CHA CHA
An exciting, syncopated Latin dance which originated in the 1950s as a slowed-down Mambo. The Cha Cha gets its name and character from its distinct repetitive foot rhythm. It’s fun, energetic, sexy and flirtatious, and is easily distinguished from other dances by its addictive “Step, Step, Cha Cha Cha” timing.
Musical Information
Tempo: 30-32 measures per min / 120-128 beats per min
Timing: 4/4
Rhythm: 2, 3, 4&1 (chacha-cha), 2, 3, 4&1 (accent on count 1)
Syllabus
Newcomer
Basic Cha Cha Chasse
New Yorker
Spot Turns (Left and Right)
Shoulder to Shoulder
Hand to Hand
Three Cha Chas Forward
Side Steps
There and Back
Time Steps
Bronze
Fan
Alemana
Hockey Stick
Natural Top
Natural Opening Out
Closed Hip Twist
Silver
Open Hip Twist
Reverse Top
Opening Out from Reverse Top
Aida
Spiral Turns
Cross Basic
Cuban Breaks
Chase
Gold
Advanced Hip Twist
Hip Twist Spiral
Turkish Towel
Sweetheart
Follow My Leader
Foot Changes