How to Put Partner Cumbia Dance Steps Together

Now that you have learned the partner cumbia dance steps, start putting them together. As long as you do it in time with the music and have a good time with your partner, you'll do well. Just remember to stay in time with the cumbia beat.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Begin by facing your partner to put partner cumbia dance steps together.

2. Start by emphasizing the turnback as you step back while doing the basic cumbia steps, and actually let go of your partner's left hand as you step back with your right foot, then let go of your partner's right hand as you step back with your left foot.

3. Do the basic cumbia steps with your partner with your hands clasped.

4. Go back to emphasizing the turnbacks as you let go of one of your partner's hands then the other.

5. Move forward and allow your partner to turn under your upraised hands. Remember to keep your partner's hand by your waist as you turn around to the left to return to your place.

6. Have fun. The cumbia is a great dance to do with a partner, and you should both enjoy putting the steps together.