Ballroom and latin dance instruction video, teaches basic patterns for six popular ballroom dances: fox-trot, cha-cha, tango, waltz, rumba, and swing. Mason sensibly begins by introducing steps that recur in many ballroom dances, such as walking step, roc


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Strictly Ballroom DVD
While the plot of this Australian film may seem a bit familiar (The Ugly Duckling meets Dirty Dancing), the whimsical tone and superb dance sequences will make you forget the movie's predictability. Scott (Paul Mercurio) is a champion ballroom dancer who wants to dance "his own steps." Fran is the homely, beginning dancer who convinces Scott that he should dance his own steps... with her. Complicating matters are Scott's domineering mother (Pat Thompson), a former dancer herself, who wants her son to win the Australian Pan Pacific Championship (the same contest she lost years ago), and a conniving dance committee that is determined that "there are no new steps!" The dancing is enjoyable, yet not overwhelming, and the movie strives hard not to take itself too seriously.
Product ID: B00005V1Y0.01 $29.95

Baz Luhrmann's Red Curtain Trilogy. Strictly Ballroom, Romeo and Juliet, Moulin Rouge 5 DVD Set
Strictly Ballroom:
Commentary by director and co-writer Baz Luhrmann, production designer and co-costumer Catherine Martin, and choreographer John "Cha Cha" O'Connell
"Samba to Slow Fox" dance documentary (1986, 30 min.)
Design gallery: Behind the Red Curtain (backstage snapshots), That's Looking Good (production design), Dance to Win (promotional & various), Yesterday's Hero (Baz's family album), Love Is in the Air (Scott and Fran)
William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet (Special Edition):
Commentary by Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin, Don McAlpine, and Craig Pearce
Cinematographer's Gallery: Scene selection by Don McAlpine
Director's Gallery: Go behind the scenes with Baz Luhrmann
Cast & crew interviews
Music videos: "Young Hearts Run Free" by Kym Mazelle; "Kissing You" by Des'ree
DVD-ROM: Screenplay Comparison Excerpts
Moulin Rouge:
Production commentary by director Baz Luhrmann, production designer Catherine Martin, and cinematographer Don McAlpine
Writing commentary by writers Baz Luhrmann and Craig Pearce
8 behind-the-scenes branches
Audio track for the visually impaired
"The Making of Moulin Rouge" HBO special
5 "Star" featurettes: Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor, John Leguizamo, Jim Broadbent, Richard Roxburgh
The Story Is About...: interview with writers Baz Luhrmann and Craig Pearce; Craig Pearce reads early treatment; old storyline and script comparisons
The Cutting Room: interview with Baz Luhrmann and editor Jill Bilcock; unseen footage of abandoned edits (Come What May, Twice Across the Sky, Eidler's Rap, Outside It May Be Raining, Green Fairy Previsualisation); director's mock previsualisations
The Dance: A Word with Baz, Tango (extended & multicam), Hindi (extended), Can Can (extended & multicam), Coup d'Etat (extended & multicam)
The Music: The Musical Journey, interview with Fatboy Slim, The Lady Marmalade Phenomenon, Come What May
The Design: Interview with production designer and co-costume designer Catherine Martin, set design, interview with co-costume designer Angus Strathe, costume design, graphic design, smoke and mirrors
Marketing: International sizzle reel, photo gallery, the little red book, poster gallery, trailers, music promo spot, extended scenes & 4 re-cut dance sequences
Behind the Red Curtain (exclusive bonus disc):
"The House of Iona": tour of the home of the Bazmark creative team
"Red Curtain Cinema" documentary with branching archival footage
"Now Until the Break of Day" music video
"One Day I'll Fly Away" music video
Product ID: B0000682UD.01 $109.95

Beats of the Heart - Salsa: Latin Pop Music in the Cities DVD
Salsa refers not only to hot sauce but hot music--the exuberant dance music of Latino communities in New York and other cities in the Eastern U.S. as well as Puerto Rico and Cuba. Over the past 25 years, salsa has profoundly influenced jazz and pop music while giving a focal point for a colorful, distinctively Latin way of walking, talking, and dancing. From the barrios of New York City to the roots-culture of the Caribbean, Salsa captures Latin music in all its joy, vitality, and improvisational brilliance. Celia Cruz is shown in rehearsal. Charlie Palmieri instructs a class of children in the seminal Latin rhythms--bomba, mambo, rhumba, etc. Tito Puente plays music at a wedding in the Latin community. Ruben Blades demonstrates the ways politics and music can work together. The drumming and singing of Santeria followers shows the influence of African culture, and a trip to Puerto Rico establishes the roots of mainland Latin culture. Through it all, the rhythms and melodies of salsa provide a vital soundtrack for the emergence of an entire people.
Product ID: B0000558NO.01 $39.95

Kathy Smith's Latin Rhythm Workout DVD
Latin Rhythm Workout, released in the fall of 1999, capitalizes on America's love affair with Ricky Martin and Latin music in general. The workout has great music (unlike a few of Smith's previous videos), provided by a live band at the Conga Room in Los Angeles, and a lot of infectious energy from Smith and her core group of fellow dancers. Whether this works as a workout for you, though, will depend on how quickly you can absorb dance steps. In fact, it's unlikely to get your heart rate up to decent workout levels, unless you're a fairly accomplished dancer used to throwing yourself into the steps. The tape includes a very brief warm-up, and then segments that essentially teach steps like the cha-cha, the samba, and the merengue, followed by a few minutes of cool-down. Because the steps aren't strenuous per se, there aren't two workout levels provided, as in most of Smith's tapes. Included is a bonus segment for you and a partner, to teach you how to take the steps onto the dance floor of your favorite salsa club.
Product ID: B00005QW4F.01 $24.95

Strictly Ballroom VHS
While the plot of this Australian film may seem a bit familiar (The Ugly Duckling meets Dirty Dancing), the whimsical tone and superb dance sequences will make you forget the movie's predictability. Scott (Paul Mercurio) is a champion ballroom dancer who wants to dance "his own steps." Fran is the homely, beginning dancer who convinces Scott that he should dance his own steps... with her. Complicating matters are Scott's domineering mother (Pat Thompson), a former dancer herself, who wants her son to win the Australian Pan Pacific Championship (the same contest she lost years ago), and a conniving dance committee that is determined that "there are no new steps!" The dancing is enjoyable, yet not overwhelming, and the movie strives hard not to take itself too seriously.
Product ID: 6302994063.01 $24.95

Introduction to Ballroom Dancing VHS

This video is for all those who want to feel more comfortable on the dance floor. Now you can learn the Swing, Rumba, Cha-cha, Waltz, and Fox Trot right at home! The routines taught in this tape may be practiced with a partner or alone. This tape may be used by those with little or no previous dance experience or as a refresher for those with prior experience. It is designed to improve social skills in the privacy of one's own home. These skills, once learned, add lifelong enrichment and pleasure. This tape will teach you the basic steps to these dances as well as several variations and turns. In addition, you will learn proper dancehold and foot positions.
Now you can practice your dancing to the tunes of popular Broadway hits such as Cats, Mame, and Fiddler on the Roof as performed by the Gunter Norris Orchestra. Ballroom dancing is also a great way to stay in shape and is much more pleasurable than merely exercising to music.
Your instructor, Margot Scholz, brings her experience and enthusiasm into your home as you learn ballroom dancing. She is a member of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance and is the winner of numerous dance competitions. Now, dance your way into fun and fitness with this exciting Introduction to Ballroom Dancing!
Product ID: 6301519388.01 $34.95

Invitation to Dance. Latin Dancing. Salsa, ChaCha, Rumba, Tango 2 VHS Set
Entertainer Nancy Hays and award-winning instructor Greg Gale join forces to bring you easy-to-learn basics of the most popular Latin steps for the hottest Latin dances including Salsa, Cha-Cha, Rumba and Tango. These dances are great for the Latin music of yesterday as well as the hot new songs by today's biggest Latin artists. Learn these sensuous dances in the privacy of your own home and on your own time. In just a few hours you'll see how easy it is to gain the confidence to dance in a nightclub, ballroom or any other social situation. Practice music includes Latin standards and the Salsa music of Samuel Del Real and his orchestra. Join the fun and see why new generation Latin dancing is to Hot! Hot! Hot!
Product ID: B00005NC63.01 $29.95

Latin Dancing Intermediate Teresa Mason VHS
Latin Dancing - Intermediate with ballroom dancing champion Teresa Mason builds on the basic steps taught in Latin Dancing for Beginners. This program introduces four more intricate steps for Meringue, Paso Doble, Tango, Bolero and Mambo - plus advanced style tips for leading and following. For each step of each dance, Teresa Mason teaches the gentleman's part first, and then joins Lance Estridge for the ladies part. The patterns are demonstrated in an easy-to-follow method designed to make the student confident about his or her ability to execute them in any social setting. Teresa Mason is a professional teacher and performer and is a former national champion competitor. Her teaching is accredited by the Imperial Society
Product ID: 1561278475.01 $34.95

Latin Dancing and Argentine Tango VHS
Includes Practice Music CD
Capture the excitement of the "Hot" Argentine Tango or experience a few "Cool" Latin moves. It's easy. Blanche & Emilio will show you how! Course includes: Instructional Video in seven popular dances, Practice Music CD and a Set of handy Cue Cards.
Dances Covered: Rumba, Cha-Cha, Salsa/Mambo, Merengue, Samba/Cumbia, Paso Doble and Argentine Tango.
HOW TO BECOME A GOOD DANCER "Latin Dancing & Argentine Tango"
A beginner's home study course for Latin Dancing that puts it all together for you:
ALL THE POPULAR DANCES IN ONE EASY TO FOLLOW VIDEO. See the difference between dances like the Rumba, the Cha-Cha and the Salsa. Learn the one you like the best, or learn them all. It's easy. The Librero's Interrelated System allows you to transfer steps from one dance to another.
PRACTICE MUSIC CD. No need to guess what rhythm goes with each dance and no searching around for the right music. The enclosed CD includes two full-length songs with perfect tempos for each of the seven dances covered in the video.
QUICK REFERENCE CARDS. Jump start your memory with these handy and easy to carry Cue Cards. They are a quick reminder of the step patterns, basic rhythm and character of each dance.
Product ID: 1929779062.01 $59.95

Christy Lane's Complete Guide To Latin Dancing VHS
Come join Christy Lane at her Latin dance party and learn four of the most popular dances on the floor today that are hot, hot, hot! Christy will help you find your Latin rhythm in the solo freestyle section. Next, you will learn a salsa and cha-cha line dance so you can practice the basic steps on your own before you begin the partner dances. Then grab a partner and get ready to learn the exciting salsa, cha-cha, merengue and tango! At the end are fun group dances such as the Conga and the Mexican Hat Dance. Recommended for ages 9 through adult. Geared towards the general pubic and teachers. Look for Christy Lane's Complete Guide to Latin Dance Music for a great companion to this video!
Christy Lane is a professional dancer, choreographer, educator and producer. Considered one of "America's most popular and respected dance instructors", Christy travels throughout the United States teaching dance. Her constant contact with members of the dance community keeps her on the cutting edge of dance trends. Her work has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report, Washington Post, American Fitness, USA Today and Shape Magazine.
Product ID: B00006S7BX.01 $49.95

Cal Pozo Learn to Dance in Minutes. The Latin Dances VHS
Dancer/instructor Cal Pozo focuses his instructions on the most popular Latin dances: the rumba, cha-cha, salsa/mambo and the tango. Each new dance step introduced follows Cal's three step learning system: Step One: Easy-to-follow animated footprints repeatedly show the foot movements and the directions of the pattern being featured. Step Two: A male and female instructor demonstrate their respective patterns from the "Reverse View"--with their backs to the camera. Step Three: The pattern is demonstrated with the instructors dancing as a couple and emphasizing points on leading, following and appearance. In this Platinum Award winning tape, you'll also learn how to dance Latin hip motion, how to lead and follow turns, dips and fan movements; a short routine that'll have you looking like a seasoned dancer in no time and much more. Alone or with a partner, you'll use these videotapes over and over.
Product ID: 630098950X.01 $24.95

Dance Hot Salsa level 1 and 2 VHS
25 steps/variations with a dance combination before each section. [45 MINUTES in length] (each step/variation is broken down in a very easy-to-follow format) Released 1998;
LEVEL I COMBINATION - Step 1, Basic Closed; Step 3, Underarm Turn Right-L to R; Step 2, Basic (Open); Step 8, Cross Body Lead; Step 9, Cross Body Lead-L to R; Step 7, Underarm Turn Left-Both; Step 9, Cross Body Lean-L to R; Step 4, Underarm Turn Right-R to R; Step 9, Cross Body Lead-L to R; Step 6, Underarm Turn Left-R to L; Step 10, Cross Body Lead-Both Twisting; Step 5, Underarm Turn Right-Both; Step 1, Basic (Closed).
LEVEL I STEPS - Step 1, Basic (Closed); Step 2, Basic (Open); Step 3, Underarm Turn Right-L to R; Step 4, Underarm Turn Right-R to R; Step 5, Underarm Turn Right-Both; Step 6, Underarm Turn Left-R to L; Step 7, Underarm Turn Left-Both; Step 8, Cross Body Lead; Step 9, Cross Body Lead-L to R; Step 10, Cross Body Lead-Both Twisting.
LEVEL II COMBINATION - Step11, Man's Pivot Turn /Underarm Turn; Step 21, Rope Spin From Basic-L to R; Step 18, Cross Body Lead-Arm Throw; Step 20, Two Way CBL-Shoulder/Leg Spin; Step 15, Cross Body Lead-Rev Turn-L to R; Step 23, Rope Spin From UA Turn-R to R; Step 17, Cross Body Lead-Rev Turn-Waist; Step 15, Cross Body Lead-Rev Turn-L to R; Step 12, Man's Pivot Turn/Hook Turn; Step 24, Windmill; Step 25, Man Wrap-Lady's Waist Turn; Step 15, Cross Body Lead-Reverse Turn-L to R; Step 13, Man's Pivot Turn/Head Duck; Step 22, Rope Spin From Basic-Two Hands; Step 16, Cross Body Lead-Rev Turn-L to L; Step 14, Man's Pivot Turn/Waist Duck; Step 19, Two Way CBL-Rev Hammerlock/Turn.
LEVEL II STEPS - Step 11, Man's Pivot Turn/Underarm Turn; Step 12, Man's Pivot Turn/Hook Turn; Step 13, Man's Pivot Turn/ Head Duck; Step 14, Man's Pivot Turn/Waist Duck; Step 15, Cross Body Lead-Rev Turn-L to R; Step 16, Cross Body Lead Reverse Turn-L to L; Step 17, Cross Body Lead-Reverse Turn-Waist; Step 18, Cross Body Lead-Arm Throw; Step 19, Two Way Cross Body Lead -Reverse Hammerlock/Turn; Step 20, Two Way CBL-Shoulder/Leg Spin; Step 21, Rope Spin From Basic-L to R; Step 22, Rope Spin From Basic-Two Hands; Step 23, Rope Spin from Under Arm Turn-R to R; Step 24, Windmill; Step 25, Man Wrap-Lady's Waist Turn
Product ID: B00004I9YN.01 $44.95

Salsa and Merengue 1 2 3 VHS
8 salsa combinations/routines Levels 1-4 & 11 merengue steps [45 MINUTES in length] (each combination of steps/routine is demonstrated in a very easy-to follow format) *After you learn all the individual steps from Video 1&2, this video is great in learning how to put patterns together into different combinations SALSA COMBINATIONS Combination #1: Basic Step & basic Turn Combination #2: Pivot Turn & Cross Body Lead Combination #3: Cross Body Lead with a turn, Rope Spin and arm catches Combination #4: Variation of Walk Sequences, Windmill & Dive Combination #5: Man Wrap, Cross Body Lead with Hand Change and Slide with Partner Combination #6: Fancy moves and Solo moves Combination #7: Cross Body Lead with Lady ducking under and knee drop for man Combination #8: Dip, Continuous Turns and exciting moves SALSA COMBINATIONS Combination #1: Basic Step & basic Turn Combination #2: Pivot Turn & Cross Body Lead Combination #3: Cross Body Lead with a turn, Rope Spin and arm catches Combination #4: Variation of Walk Sequences, Windmill & Dive Combination #5: Man Wrap, Cross Body Lead with Hand Change and Slide with Partner Combination #6: Fancy moves and Solo moves Combination #7: Cross Body Lead with Lady ducking under and knee drop for man Combination #8: Dip, Continuous Turns and exciting moves MERENGUE 1.Basic Step Rotating Right 2.Basic Step Rotating Left 3.Under Arm Turn to the Right 4.Behind the Back Under Arm Turn 5.Open Break, Tuck-in Hammerlock and double reverse turn 6.Break Back and Swivel 7.Tuck-in Side to Side 8.Solo Swivels 9.Solo, Two Forward Breaks 10.Solo, Side Back Step 11.Get Down Step
Product ID: B00004I9YP.01 $44.95

Cal Pozo Learn to Dance in Minutes Salsa Merengue VHS
Salsa and Merengue are the Latin dances of the moment, and the moves danced to the hit song Macarena have made it the first latin line dance to sweep the country. All three are fun and easy to learn with Cal Pozo, America's best-selling dance instructor. Dancing Salsa, Merengue and doing the exciting rhythm of Latin Music. In minutes, you'll be moving your feet and your body--with true Latin Salsa flavor--thnaks to Cal's Platinum Award-winning Three-Step teaching system: Step One: Foot movements are shown in either slow motion or animated foot prints. Step Two: "Reversed View" places you right behind the instructor, making learning fast and easy. Step Three: Pointers on leading, following and technique will give you a smooth, polished appearance in minutes. Alone or with a partner, you'll enjoy any of Cal Pozo's "Learn To Dance In Minutes" series over and over.
Product ID: 630423628X.01 $24.95

Red Hot Salsa Beginner VHS
Fast-paced & Exciting! Salsa is Red Hot!
· Learn this popular and sexy dance! · Feel the exciting rhythms of Latin Music! · You'll love it. It's simply Sabroso.
With this video you will receive professional instruction from Ron & Bethana Rosario who will teach you the basics that are the foundation of the dance. These basics are presented in an easy-to-learn format that will allow you to enter the social dance floor with ease.
Each step for the man & woman is presented in detail. Not only will you learn partnering skills, body movement, music & rhythm, the basic step, man & woman's right & left turns, crossbody lead, cbl with inside turn, open break & spot turn but also how to combine them in a smooth, sauve and interesting way with stylistic variations that inspire creativity.
Product ID: B00005YTW7.01 $34.95

Red Hot Salsa, Mambo Shines VHS

Fast-paced & Exciting! Salsa is Red Hot!
· Learn this popular and sexy dance! · Feel the exciting rhythms of Latin Music! · You'll love it. It's simply Sabroso.
With Mambo Shines you will receive professional instruction from Ron & Bethana Rosario who will teach you fancy footwork and styling for both men & women.
These Shines are presented in an easy-to-learn format that will enhance your closed dancing as well as open work, adding extra flair to your dancing. Some of the steps you will learn include back walk-under, forward crosses, kick swivel, left flair & suzie q, box step, hot foot & cuban breaks. Each step for the man & woman is presented in detail.
Mambo Shines is great for all levels, from the beginner to the advanced dancer.
Product ID: B00005YTWD.01 $34.95

Let's Dance Salsa, Team Dancing VHS
Features world famous Salsa instructor and choreographer, Marlon Silva, teaching Salsa dance moves for multiple partners on the dance floor. With this unique step-by-step video you will learn how to switch multiple partners, dance in trios and master the beautiful Casino Rueda. This 90-minute lesson teaches all of the advanced salsa moves required while dancing with more than one partner on the dance floor.
Single Couple Switches - A fun and stylish technique that will allow you to switch partners with other couples on the dance floor. You will learn how to maintain the beat and to synchronize to your new partner's step while exchanging partners on the dance floor.
Trios - Learn this new trend in Salsa where one leader and two followers dance patterns, routines and complicated spinning combinations in the Salsatrio style.
Switches in Trios - Learn how to switch your partner with multiple couples on the dance floor while still keeping the rhythm.
Casino Rueda - Born in Cuba and made famous in Miami, this advanced dance style teaches how to salsa dance with other couples within circles. Learn how to dance the intricate flower combinations, turns, and partner switches that have made this dance so popular. Within an hour, you will be on your way to dancing this fast-paced, synchronized dance.
Product ID: B00006371R.01 $44.95

A Taste of Salsa Volume I VHS

In Volume I, Lisa and Andres present the steps and turns at a pace you can keep up with. They share the "how to's" and "how not to's" for proper lead and follow technique and detail the connecting pieces that are too often left out. In addition, equal attention is paid to both the leads and follows so that you become a dynamic couple and a solid individual dancer. As a result, your Salsa steps will feel more natural and your confidence will grow. This is just the thing for a non-dancer ready to take on their burning dancing desire!
In this volume, the following steps are introduced: Basic step Hand positions - Palms Up and Palms Down Body positions - Open and Closed Side to side step Swing step Transitioning between the positions and variations Combining variations Basic turn combination. Numerous practice combinations
With a bit of practice, you will soon become a Salsero.
Instruction for all volumes in the A Taste of Salsa series is given in both English and Spanish
Product ID: B00004ZD4X.01 $39.95