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 “Really a great book!!!“ - Valerio Colantoni "Recommended to all dancers!!! Bravo." - Andrea and Sara Ghigiarelli "Comprehensive and informative." - Richard Gleave CBE and Anne Gleave "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 "I consider this work a true source of inspiration for the entire DanceSport community – a reference capable of supporting and shaping the evolution of our discipline in the years to come." - Pino Magnelli and Francesca Pietramale "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 "Strongly suggested to all dancers and teachers." - Domenico Soale and Gioia Cerasoli "Really interesting book!" - Evaldas Sodeika and Ieva Sodeikiene "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 "This book, with its clear structure, numerous images, and detailed explanations, demonstrates how the bridge between existing technical literature and modern dancing can be built." - Steffen and Sandra Zoglauer