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.
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
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Side Basic
Box Step
Fifth Position
Slow Underarm Turn
Crossover Break
Crossover & Side Rolls
Shoulder Check
Cradle Circle
Open Circular Walks
Side Basic
Box Step
Cross-body Lead
Outside Partner
Open Break Underarm Turn
Open Rumba Walks
Quick Underarm Turn & Loop
Spot Turn Combination
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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
Celine Dion
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Otis Reading
Latin Jams
Lauren Wood
Collin Raye
Ben E. King
Prince Royce