International Rumba
This slow to medium tempo latin dance stemming from Afro-Cuban folk origins is characterized by sensual, provocative movements and gestures, Latin-style hip motion, and playful and flirtatious interplay between partners.
Musical Information
Tempo: 26-28 measures per min / 104-112 beats per min
Timing: 4/4
Rhythm: 2 3 4 (1), 2 3 4 (1)
Syllabus
Newcomer
Basic Movements
Cucarachas
New York
Spot Turns Left and Right
Shoulder to Shoulder
Hand to Hand
Progresive Walks Forward and Back
Side Steps
Cuban Rocks
Bronze
Fan
Alemana
Hockey Stick
Natural Top
Opening Out Right and Left
Natural Opening Out
Closed Hip Twist
Silver
Open Hip Twist
Reverse Top
Opening Out from Reverse Top
Aida
Spiral Turns (Spiral, Curl, Rope Spinning)
Gold
Sliding Doors
Fencing
Three Threes
Three Alemanas
Hip Twists