Class Materials
You can find all related material, including basic figures and patterns, for the following classes in the links below, as well as information about the dance, the instructors and the music. You will also find demos of the figures if available.
Figures & Media from Summer 2008 Classes
American Waltz and Cha Cha
| Figures |
Beginner Class, Summer 2008.
Courtesy of Andre Fortin.
Figures & Media from Past Classes
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Beginner Waltz 2
| Figure diagrams part 1 (leader's steps) |
| Figure diagrams part 2 (leader's steps) |
Beginner Ballroom 2, Spring 2008.
Courtesy of Robert Nissen.
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Beginner Quickstep 2
| Figure diagrams part 1 (leader's steps) |
| Figure diagrams part 2 (leader's steps) |
Beginner Ballroom 2, Spring 2008.
Courtesy of Robert Nissen. |
International Waltz
| Intermediate Class Steps Timing |
Beginner Ballroom Standard/Latin Class, Fall 2006.
Courtesy of Jerry More. |
West Coast Swing
Figures & Music
Beginner Class, Spring 2007. Courtesy of Gary Ulaner |
International Waltz
| Figures, Technique & Diagrams PowerPoint (mostly for leaders) |
Beginner Ballroom Standard/Latin Class, Fall 2006. Courtesy of Robert Nissen |
International Waltz
| Follower's Steps for Whisk to PP, Chasse, and 1/2 Natural |
Beginner Ballroom Standard/Latin Class, Fall 2006. Courtesy of Myriam Ruiz and Ghislain Granger |
International Quickstep
| Figures, Technique & Diagrams PowerPoint (mostly for leaders) |
Beginner Ballroom Standard/Latin Class, Fall 2006. Courtesy of Robert Nissen |
International Rumba
| Figures, Technique & Diagrams PowerPoint (mostly for leaders) |
Beginner Ballroom Standard/Latin Class, Fall 2006. Courtesy of Robert Nissen. |
International Rumba
| Follower's Steps for Closed Hip Twist & Fan |
Beginner Ballroom Standard/Latin Class, Fall 2006. Courtesy of Myriam and Ghislain Granger. |
Swing
| Figures |
Beginner Class, Fall 2006.
Courtesy of Andre Fortin. |
Argentine Tango
| Figures & Demos |
Adv Beginner-Intermediate Class, Summer 2006.
Courtesy of Miguel Cardoso & Daniel Martinez. |
American Cha-Cha
| Figures |
Beginner Class, Summer 2006.
Courtesy of Andre Fortin. |
American Rumba
| Figures |
Beginner Class, Summer 2006.
Courtesy of Andre Fortin. |
Modern Jive
| Beginner | Variations |
| Demos & Resources |
Beginner & Variations Class, Summer 2006.
Courtesy of Megan Ferguson. |
Lindy Hop
Shim Sham Demo | 1 | 2 | Please right-click and "save link as". Beginner Class, Winter 2006.
Demo 1 with Ben Morris & Neil Halelamien. Demo 2 with Ben Morris (close-up). |
West Coast Swing
| Figures | Music Selections |
Intermediate Class, Winter 2006.
Courtesy of Gary Ulaner. |
West Coast Swing Tracks
Winter 2006. Mix courtesy of Gary Ulaner. |
West Coast Swing
| Figures | Resources |
Beginner Class, Fall 2005. Courtesy of Gary Ulaner. |
Modern Jive
| Video Demos |
2003-2005. Featuring both basic & advance figures. |
Modern Jive
| Figures | Resources |
Beginner & Variations Class,
Summer 2005. Courtesy of Megan Ferguson. |
Bolero
Bolero Figures
Spring 2005. Courtesy of Andre Fortin. |
Hustle
Hustle Figures
Beginner & Intermediate Class,
Winter & Spring 2005. Courtesy of Gary Ulaner. |
Hustle Tracks
Winter 2005. Mix courtesy of Ettie & Gary Ulaner. |
Latin & Standard
Syllabus Figures
Beginner Team Class, Fall 2004. Courtesy of Derrick Bass. |
Quickstep
| Leaders | Followers | Both |
Beginner Team Class, Fall 2004. Courtesy of Derrick Bass. |
Lindy Hop
Figures & Resources
Summer 2004. Courtesy of Rosalyn Sayaman. |
Salsa
Figures & Resources
Summer 2004. Courtesy of Rosalyn Sayaman. |
Argentine-Tango
Figures & Resources
Spring 2004. |
Modern Jive
| Beginner | Variations |
Spring 2004. Courtesy of Megan Ferguson & Rosalyn Sayaman. |
West Coast Swing
| Figures | Resources |
Fall 2003. Courtesy of Alex Samuel. |
Modern Jive
| Beginner |
Spring 2003. Courtesy of Megan Ferguson. |
Dance Etiquette
Dancing is a social event that we all enjoy, and it is all our
duty to maintain a respectful & pleasant atmosphere at all the
events we attend.
Please take a moment to read some select links that will help you
navigate both the dance floor and the intricacies of interpersonal
dynamics at a social event, e.g. asking for/accepting a dance,
expected decorum etc.
GENERAL BALLROOM & NIGHTCLUB:
ARGENTINE TANGO: Milongas have their own unique characteristics,
please be sure to check out the following links to find out more
about them!
Library
The CBDC Library makes accessible dance training DVDs, videos,
music and books to CBDC members and affiliates.
Find out more about the CBDC Library loan policy and the available
media here.
Dance Links
Dance Resources
Videos & other media
DanceVision
http://www.dancevision.com/
Shoes
Regardless of where you buy and which shoes you pick, keep in mind that the quality of your shoes can greatly impact your balance, movement and general enjoyment while dancing, and in the long term the health of your feet... so please choose carefully a well-balanced pair that fits you best.
