The Rumba

Rumba Dance Lessons

Learning the Rumba is a prerequisite for becoming proficient at Latin Dancing. The Cuban Motion is essential in most Latin dances. The Rumba is used by excellent dancers everywhere and provides interesting variety in a limited space. The attractive, precise footwork in Rumba can help boost a beginner dancer’s confidence.

History

The Rumba was at the forefront of the Cuban and Latin American dance crazes. Danced to music inspired by African rhythms and Spanish melodies, the Americanized Rumba was the basis for the Mambo and the Cha Cha. In the U.S., Rumba rhythms have found their way into Country Western, Blues, Rock & Roll and other popular forms of music

Schedule

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Rumba Dance Classes

Syllabus (1a)

Side Basic


Box Step


Fifth Position


Slow Underarm Turn


Crossover Break


Crossover & Side Rolls


Shoulder Check


Cradle Circle


Open Circular Walks

Syllabus (1b)

Side Basic


Box Step


Cross-body Lead


Outside Partner


Open Break Underarm Turn


Open Rumba Walks


Quick Underarm Turn & Loop


Spot Turn Combination

Music Selections

BPM

99

102

103

104

112

114

120

128

Song Title

My Heart Will Go On

Ay Amor

Sittin’ On The Dock Of The Bay

Blessed

Fallen

One Boy, One Girl

Stand By Me

Stand By Me

Artist

Celine Dion

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Otis Reading

Latin Jams

Lauren Wood

Collin Raye

Ben E. King

Prince Royce