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Paso DobleDancing Basics with PassionThe figures of international style of Latin American dances demonstrate super stars of Latin dance – Slavik and Karina, comments Corky Ballas.This is a reference for anyone studying Latin American dancing at Bronze, Silver or Gold level as well as ony competitor who would like to study the basics again in more detail.Slavik Kryklyvyy & Karina Smirnoff recorded these DVDs shortly before their split at the time when they were tipped to be the next world’s best professional couple. The way they show the basics is simply perfect, and not only technically. Visually they also create the most beautiful picture together. Everything is comment by Corky Ballas’s commentary and his high enthusiasm. A ‘must have’ reference DVD for any serious Latin-American dancer.Running time – 76 minBronze through Gold. Total 30 figures, 3 routines.IntroductionHistory of Paso DobleBronze LevelPosture in Paso DobleArm StylingBody Positions and HoldsPaso Doble WalksThe ApelMethods of Changing FeetContra Body Movement PositionFoot PositionsPaso Doble Warm UpSurplaceBasic Movement Forward and BackChasse to RightChasse to LeftThe DragThe DeplacementPromenade LinkPromenadesFallaway WhiskSeparationSeparation with Lady’s Caping WalksBronze Paso Doble RoutineSilver LevelSeparation with Fallaway EndingThe HuitThe SixteenPromenade and Counter PromenadesThe Grand CircleThe Open TelemarkThe La PasseThe BanderillasTwist TurnFallaway ReverseCoup Di PiqueLeft Foot VariationSpanish LineSilver Paso Doble RoutineGold LevelFlamenco Taps with Spanish LineSyncopated SeparationTraveling SpinsThe FarolThe TwistsThe Chasse CapeGold Paso Doble Routine