Rumba

Is the most graceful of Latin dances. In the beginner’s class, you will find that the timing is “Slow, Quick, Quick” (S,Q,Q); a ‘slow’ = 2 quicks. Rumba is characterized by the styling – without it, you are not dancing the Rumba. Most especially to note is that in progressive dances for example the Waltz and Fox Trot, the weight of the body is transferred as the step is taken. In Rumba however, the opposite is done – the weight transfer follows the foot placement. There is a body motion called Cuban Motion whereby the ribcage leads the body into each movement, and the hips follow. Much To do has been made about this movement making it sound very difficult. Really, much of learning to dance Latin is – relaxing, and letting it happen. The ultimate goal should be to develop a Latinish yet modern style . . rather than rigid and programmed. Almost all public dances will have at least some of their music with the basic Rumba timing – even nightclubs and discos.