Learn How to Dance the Cha Cha and More Latin American Ballroom Dances!
Learn how to dance beginner Latin American Ballroom dances in this self-paced course taught by an experienced teacher.
Ms Trish (Musical Theatre, Ballet & Dance)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(207)
What's included
3 pre-recorded lessons
average 42 mins per video3 weeks
of teacher support2 hrs 5 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
Beginner Level
Do you aspire to dance in a Ballroom under the sparkle of a glitter ball like they do on 'Dancing with the Stars' or 'Strictly Come Dancing'? This Self-Paced Beginner Latin American Ballroom Dancing Course is aimed at children aged 9 - 13 years. It is suitable for beginners or those with very little training in Ballroom. It is ideal for those who cannot attend my live classes or require the flexibility of being able to practice in their own time. Dance is an art-form which requires practice to master techniques. Learners are encouraged to practice. I recommend taking one lesson per week and then practicing the lesson several times each week. For each lesson there is both an instructional lesson and a practice video version. Lesson 1:- Introduction Warm Up Rhythm Technique - Cha Cha Cha Dance (Solo Routine) Cool Down Lesson 2:- Warm Up Rhythm Technique - Samba Dance (Solo Routine) Cool Down Lesson 3:- Warm Up Rhythm Technique - Jive Dance (Solo Routine) Cool Down Teaching Style & Interaction:- I have a positive approach to teaching and try to emulate this in my teaching videos. As this is a self-paced course there are no live meetings.
Learning Goals
Students will learn basic Latin American technique in dances including Cha Cha, Samba and Jive.
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Cha Cha Cha
Introduction
Warm Up
Rhythm
Technique - Cha Cha Cha
Dance (Solo Routine)
Cool Down 41 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Samba
Warm Up
Rhythm
Technique - Samba
Dance (Solo Routine)
Cool Down 36 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Jive
Warm Up
Rhythm
Technique - Jive
Dance (Solo Routine)
Cool Down 49 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please ensure children have enough space to move around while following along with the class videos. Remove anything they may bump into or knock down (e.g. your expensive vase!)
Class Attire:- Please wear appropriate free-moving clothes e.g. tee-shirt with leggings, leotard/circular skirt and wear either ballroom shoes, character shoes, jazz shoes, bare-feet or non-slip dance socks while they are practicing. Check the floor surface isn't slippery.
Fitness:- Your child should be in a fit and healthy state. Please check with your doctor if you have any concerns.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
207reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of London (Royal Holloway)
I have been teaching dance for over 25 years. I am a qualified professional dance teacher with the NCDTA International (Northern Counties Dance Teachers Association, UK) and the IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association). I have taught all ages of Ballroom from young to adult. I am currently the Children's Program Director of a Dance Studio in the USA.
I competed in Ballroom all over the U.K. until I turned Professional to pursue a teaching career during which time I have trained many Ballroom competitors successfully winning events around the U.K. I also taught the Ballroom and Latin American Society at Durham University teaching hundreds of students every week for many years before moving to the USA. I am also a fan of 'Dancing With The Stars' and followed the UK version 'Strictly Come Dancing'; even appearing on the BBC show in some fun features!Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$15
weekly or $45 for all content3 pre-recorded lessons
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Ages: 9-13
