Question by User All__fun Just Curious what are your favorite and least favorite Brazilian Zouk Festivals ?? Answers User davelim I went to DCZouk this year as my first Zouk congress. I thought the workshops and social dance floors had space issues at least compared to other bachata/salsa congresses I’ve been to. This was particularly …
Question by by cheesewings I’m a beginner and I would like to know what are the main rules when it comes to socials. For example, why most people don’t dance with the same partner twice in a row Why not consume any alcohol during socials? Answers User obubaley You can dance with the same partner if …
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Question by User netflixychilaquiles Hey all! Long-time bachatero here. I’ve been dancing bachata for over a year now and I’ve had an amazing experience learning and improving my moves. Recently, though, I’ve somewhat lost my spark. I find it difficult to think of my purpose for dancing. It’s really important for me to have a …
Question By User californiastateuni I notice I get super confident when the follower is a little shorter mostly because I don’t have to worry about hitting them and I naturally feel like the leader. But at times, there will be taller followers, what are some things to keep in mind? Or should I mind at …
Answers User Troutpasta Jazz shoes like these ones from amazon… https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AMPY1NK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Or you can buy suede stick ons and put them on your regular street shoes http://www.soles2dance.com/ I’m not fond of high heels, especially for congresses… I’d rather not torture myself! But some people do wear them so do whatever is comfortable! User Hnmr Hey. Followers can …
Question By User dwkfym I used to be in an industry where performance pedigree and other concrete measures of product desirability existed. I left it around 2013 just when online marketing was getting big. Apparently, today, there are a ton of sub-par products that are very popular due to how it is presented on facebook, youtube, …
Question by User maoMeow14 I’m fairly new to this and was trying to make a list of the different beginners moves so I can remember their names and hopefully their actions by doing so. Can anyone point me to a list if not start one here? Answers User Yoy0YO – Basic (passo basico) – Lateral …
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Answers User mattsl The short answer is technique and respect. Any half decent instructor who teaches head motion will start with techniques for safety. Anyone who doesn’t have some idea of good safety practices shouldn’t be attempting head motion. A follow has to care enough about herself to refuse to do something that she doesn’t …
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Question By _superdancer I’m a professional in West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, and Country Western. I’ve competed in Latin and ballroom, but as an amateur. One of my friends is really into Zouk. I’ve seen some videos, and it looks like a lot of fun. What is your experience, and what made you want to …
Question by jackchak I’ve taken two weekly zouk intro classes so far. I like them a lot, but I feel they move excruciatingly slowly, just introducing one new concept or two per lesson. Following this month there will be a zouk 2 and zouk 3, a month for each. How would this compare to, say, …
