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Learn tips and techniques to help you learn the steps to dance the Merengue to salsa or any other type of music in this free video clip.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Get an introduction to the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn about the basic rhythm of the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn about the different types of music for dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn about the basic steps of the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn about the chasse technique of dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn about the basic steps for men when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to stand and change places properly when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to change length when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to do the open break when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to do the back break when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to do the underarm turn when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to do the alternate underarm turn when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to do the double hand turn when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
Learn how to do the pretzel move when dancing the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
See a full demonstration of the Merengue in this free video dance lesson.
The Merengue originated in the Dominican Republic in the second half of the 18th century. It is a lively happy dance with joyful music. The beat is a four count and steps are slow as the body is kept very upright and in a regal position. The turns are slow and side steps are kept to four beats typically. The main position is closed and partners hold each other close. Typically the dancers never let go of one another's hands and can do double-handed turns and what are called “pretzels.”
In this free video series you will learn the basic tips and steps for the Merengue including more advanced moves like pretzels and double-handed turns. Not only does it explain the man's footwork but it also walks through the correct steps for the woman as well. Just to show you how it all comes together, there is also a full demonstration of everything shown in the series when the techniques are combined. This series will walk you through everything you will need to learn to start dancing right away.
Kelly-Anne and Steeve Vean Louis Kelly-Anne is a Professional Ballroom and Theatrical Musical Dance coach in South Florida. She is a highly versatile seasoned pro with over 15 years experience. She has worked in live stage, TV, film and radio performances, and trained in choreography in most international cultural dance forms: ballroom social, nightclub, go-go, hip-hop, cabaret, pole dance, bellydance, creative movement, fitness, yoga, competitions, ballet, jazz, modern, ethnic folk, lyrical, liturgical gospel, lifts, multimedia, fashion modeling, singing/songwriting and music videos. She has earned chorus roles with many productions, sponsorships and received commissions for work. She now specializes in teaching wedding couples as well as producing her own pop musical dance video series "5,6, Dance!" Kelly-Anne’s portfolio can be seen at www.56Dance.comdkdk
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