How do you dance samba
Learn Basic Samba Steps
Samba is a lively dance of Brazilian origin. It's a popular party dance, characterized by simple forward and backward steps and rhythmic hip movements.
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Quick intro
Samba is the national dance of Brazil, some say the spirit and soul of the country. In Brazil, it is a solo dance, performed at street festivals and carnivals. Ballroom samba, on the other hand, is a partner dance that has little in common with the original form.
Although in Brazil samba remains a solo form, in other countries it evolved into a partner dance and was standardized as a ballroom dance in 1956. Today it's one of the most common Latin American dances.
Many versions of samba exist - Carnivale, Mesemba, Carioca, Batucado, Conga, just to name a few. Here we'll focus on the ballroom version, quite popular in North America and Europe, with both the younger and older generations.
Basic steps
Ballroom samba is usually danced to music written in 2/4 time, meaning there are two beats in each measure. The basic box step consist of three steps. This means that three steps are performed in two beats of music.
The basic rhythm is 1 & 2, 3 & 4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8, commonly described as "one, uh two", "three, uh four", and so on. Usually you count 8 beats before resuming the count.
The most characteristic element of samba is probably the so called samba bounce, which is achieved through rhythmic bending and straightening of the knees. See the video below for detailed explanation.
Instructions & Diagrams:
Ballroom samba is danced in a closed position, with partners slightly apart. The lady's right hand and the man's left hand are held about the lady's eye level. The man's right hand is placed on the lady's shoulder blade. The lady's left hand is placed flat on the man's back.
Basic step is a very simple box step. Remember, the rhythm is 1-uh-2, 3-uh-4...
Basic Steps for Men
- Step forward with your left foot (count 1)
- Move your right foot to your left foot (uh)
- Left foot in place, weight shifts to it (count 2)
- Step backward with your right foot (count 3)
- Move your left foot to your right foot (uh)
- Right foot in place, weight shifts to it (count 4)
Basic Steps for Ladies
- Step backward with your right foot (count 1)
- Move your left foot to your right foot (uh)
- Right foot in place, weight shifts to it (count 2)
- Step forward with your left foot (count 3)
- Move your right foot to your left foot (uh)
- Left foot in place, weight shifts to it (count 4)
Video
In this video Leon and Kim will show you the basic steps in addition to a whisk action, which is an extention of the basic movement to the side.
You will also learn the principles of bounce action, something that is absolutely crucial to understand:
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How To Dance Samba For Beginners (3 Samba Basic Steps) -
Learn 3 Samba dance steps in the International Latin style below.
Samba is one of the most popular Ballroom dances with unique styling and technique. In this ultimate guide for beginners you will learn the most basic samba steps, as well learn about the character of this dance and more.
Samba basic step #1 – Reverse Basic Movement:
Summary of Samba Basic Steps
Men:
Forward with left foot
Close right foot to left foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the left foot
Back with the right foot
Close left foot to right foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the right foot
Women:
Back with the right foot
Close left foot to right foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the right foot
Forward with left foot
Close right foot to left foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the left foot
Samba basic step #2 – Whisks:
Summary of Whisk steps:
Men:
Side with the left foot
Cross right foot behind left foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the left foot foot
Side with the right foot
Cross left foot behind right foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the right foot foot
Women:
Side with the right foot
Cross left foot behind right foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the right foot foot
Side with the left foot
Cross right foot behind left foot (Put partial weight on it)
Replace weight on the left foot foot
Next: How To Count Samba
Samba Count Summary:
The Samba music is phrased in counts of 8 and the basic rhythm of it is: 1 a 2, 3 a 4, 5 a 6, 7 a 8.
The beat value is 3/4, 1/4, 1 (For each 3 steps). This means that you would hold the first step for 3/4 of a beat, then make a very quick step which is only a 1/4, and the last step is 1 full beat. There are many other timings in Samba including Slow, Quick, Quick and 1/2, 1/2,1 and 1,2,3 (all equal) and more.
Lastly, What is the Samba?
The Ballroom style Samba got a lot of it’s character and influence from the Brazilian Samba. It has a very energetic dance with lots oh hip and body movement. One of the most important technical aspects of the Samba is that it uses what is called “bounce” technique where you bend and straighten your knees continuously through out the movements. Most of the beginner (Bronze level) moves all use this bounce technique.
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