The Principles of Standard Dancing: English version

In this book, the basic principles of standard dancing are explained on more than 250 pages with over 220 illustrations. While the technique books available so far mainly present the details of various figures in tables, they provide rather limited explanations of the underlying movement principles. The Principles of Standard Dancing closes this gap, with eight chapters covering everything from posture and hold to foot and leg work, rotation, turn, couple positions, sway, extension, shape, leading, and the unique characteristics of Tango. This work is a synthesis of hundreds of lectures by the world's best trainers, presented in an easy-to-follow system. Thus, The Principles of Standard Dancing will help you to enhance your dancing, your teaching, and your judging. Here is what some of the world´s leading experts say about the book: "Good job!!!" - Alessia Betti "You'll not only enjoy reading and studying the book, you need it!!!" - Luigi Bodini "´The Principles of Standard Dancing´ is an invaluable resource." - Warren Boyce "A unique analysis that did not exist in the world of ballroom dancing before. I am not aware of any comparable work." - Karl Breuer "Strongly suggested to all dancers and teachers." - Gioia Cerasoli and Domenico Soale “Really a great book!!!“ - Valerio Colantoni "Recommended to all dancers!!! Bravo." - Sara and Andrea Ghigiarelli "Comprehensive and informative." - Anne Gleave and Richard Gleave, CBE "I wish "The Principles of Standard Dancing" all the success it deserves." - Evelyn Hädrich-Hörmann "Competitors and coaches should study this interesting and informative book." - Anthony Hurley "Extremely helpful for dancers and coaches." - Asis Khadjeh-Nouri "It's definitely one of the most structured and informative books about ballroom dancing ever made. I recommend it for every dancer." - Domen Krapez "Very informative!" - Aleksander Makarov "Amazing work" - Petra Matschullat "Well-founded knowledge, skills and a great amount of dedication are needed to create such a clear structured presentation." - Lasse Ødegaard "The best book to keep you on a right dancing track!" - Raimonds Pisevs "Love this book!" - Fabio Selmi "So much worthwhile information." - Greg Smith "Really interesting book!" - Ieva Sodeikiene und Evaldas Sodeika "My sincere compliments to you, dear Oliver, to share such important details that every Ballroom Dancer should know." - Roberto Villa "This book is a must-have for anyone who genuinely loves the dance sport." - Robert Wota