Dance Sport Standard Dance Basic Tutorial

Author: Fan Gengsheng
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book is based on the standardized dance steps designated by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) and comprehensively compiles teaching methods for ballroom dance. It includes an introduction to ballroom dance, basic knowledge, technical theory, flexibility training, basic step and posture training, and fundamental routines for four types of ballroom dances (Standard dances). During the writing process, the book strives to highlight the standardization, competitiveness, and knowledge aspect of ballroom dance, adhering to the principle of integrating theory with practice and guiding practice with theory. The content progresses from simple to complex, catering to enthusiasts of various levels. The book has the following features:
1. Based on the principles of human movement physiology, it provides a detailed analysis and in-depth exploration of technical theory, laying a theoretical foundation for explaining standardized dance steps and competitive dance routines.
2. All dance steps are labeled in both Chinese and English to enhance understanding and facilitate international communication.
3. The "Basic Step and Posture Training" section is completely written according to advanced dance concepts and traditional British training methods.
4. Based on teaching experience, concise explanations are provided for various dance steps, with tables listing quantifiable reference data for step size and body rotation. The timing of rebound and tilt is emphasized, giving learners a clear understanding of the movements.
5. The "Footprint Diagrams" in the book are meticulously drawn and highly intuitive. From these diagrams, readers can analyze the direction of movement and body rotation, enabling them to accurately grasp the orientation of dance steps and the venue.
6. The book contains a large number of dance steps, with each dance in Chapters 5 to 8 including two sets of movements.