Cha Cha basically utilizes all the technical elements of the Rumba, but has higher requirements for physical strength and speed, and is a dance with high requirements for muscle tightness and leg movements. Here are 6 basic steps of cha-cha dance, let's practice:
1. cha-cha walk
This is the step before and after the walk, the rhythm of 2-3-4-1, step forward, the center of gravity in the front foot, the back foot toes on the ground, instep taut; backward, the center of gravity in the back foot, the front foot toes on the ground, instep taut. When practicing the basic movements, when moving the left foot, the right wrist drives the upper arm inward and downward in a circle and then strikes straight; when moving the right foot, the left arm inward and downward in a circle and then strikes straight. The cervical spine should be upward force, the shoulders down, the arm is natural with the rhythm of movement, do not run through too much power. The waist muscles are tightened and the hips move in the direction of the force generated by the confrontation between the foot and the ground.
2. Merge Step
The merge step is the basic step of the cha-cha-cha, which is actually a horizontal step, and because of the confrontation between the feet and the ground, the hips get rotated to the left and right. The left foot first steps to the left, then the right foot follows, and the left foot again steps to the left, the right foot does not move. This rhythm is often called "cha-cha-cha-cha".
3. Fixed-point turn
Fixed-point turn of the rhythm of the most basic 2-3-4-&-1, fixed-point turn is divided into two movements to complete the 360-degree rotation. A leg such as the right leg upright, the first beat when the left foot from the front across the body, step to the right side of the body, this rhythm ends when the body rotates 180 degrees to the right, the left foot upright; the second step in place to change the center of gravity, that is, the right foot upright. Then the left foot crosses the body from the back to the left side, completing the "cha-cha-cha-cha" step. The rhythm of the rotation is 2-4, and the parallel step is 4-&-1. Pay attention to the head when rotating.
4. New York Step
The rhythm of the New York Step is also 2-3-4-&-1, similar to the Time Step and Square Step, with one leg first, such as the right leg upright, and the left half of the foot on the ground. The first beat when the left foot quickly from the front through the body, step to the right side of the body, the left leg upright, the right leg slightly bent, the right leg knee to close the left leg knee, the right foot half-palm on the ground, this time for the state of the center of gravity, the center of gravity between the left and right feet and favor the left leg, this action is called "CHECK". At this time, the whole left arm straight backward and upward, presenting a similar Beijing opera "debut" action, this "2" rhythm time to be slightly longer. In the next beat, the right leg is straight, and the center of gravity is between the right and left feet. Then the left leg steps back from the front to complete the merge.
5. Time step
The time step is a shift of weight in place, followed by a merge step.
6. The cha-cha walk
The square step is two steps synthesized into a cross. In the first step, the left foot goes up and completes the "CHECK", then comes back and completes the parallel step to the left, ending with the center of gravity on the left foot. In the second step, the right foot is withdrawn to the rear, the center of gravity is shifted directly to the right foot, and then the right foot is brought forward to complete the reverse merge step.
Movement Breakdown of the Cha Cha Dance In-Place Basic Step (Time Step)
Preparatory Movements: Center of gravity on the left foot, open the right foot. You can also put your right foot back, with the ball of your foot on the ground and the instep collapsing straight.
1. Bring the right foot back to the left foot, palms on the ground for weight to full foot, left leg bent, knee closed, right leg weight
2. Left leg bent, knee closed inward, right leg weight. In both processes, the feet are on the ground, and the ground has mutual force, the position of the hips is only clockwise and counterclockwise rotation on the horizontal plane, and there is no left-right movement
3, the left foot to the right side, the left leg bends, the knee closes, and the center of gravity is still in the right foot
4, the left leg is the center of gravity, and the right leg follows the right movement, the bending of the knee closes
5, the right foot against the The reaction force of the right foot on the ground makes the left foot move a small step to the left, the center of gravity reaches the left leg, the body is upright, the muscles of the middle section can not be slack
6, the right foot retracts and attaches to the ankle of the left foot, the right leg bends when the left leg bends, the center of gravity is in the right foot
7, the leg moves to the right by a small step, bending the knee to close it, the center of gravity is in the left foot
8, the left leg moves to the right and attaches to the right side of the right foot, and switches the center of gravity
9, the left leg follows as the center of gravity.
9. Push the right leg, which is the gravity leg, out to the right.
Note: During this step, the toes will not leave the ground, and each time you change the center of gravity, try to use the contraction of the abdominal muscles to absorb the up and down movement of the two legs may cause, and keep the shoulders moving horizontally, without jumping up and down. Most of this movement is done with both sides holding each other in a closed grip, so be careful to keep your shoulders down and not give too much power to the other hand to disrupt the other side's balance, which requires better balance and tightening in the middle section.
A distinctive feature of Cha Cha dance is the use of eyes and facial expressions to communicate feelings. The varied rhythms and subtle syncopated changes can keep you in a constant state of excitement. Its dance is characterized by rigid, rigid-flexible, and crotch twisting as much as possible over the pendulum, which can show the charming charm. The drum beat of the winter rustle is both the rhythm of the dance and people's passionate pursuit of life.
Upper body movements: when moving the right foot, the left hand contraction, the right hand extension. The opposite is the same
Important note: the hips move from diagonal front to the side, when the right foot is withdrawn in step 1, the knee should be diagonal to the toe of the left foot, and when the left foot is in place to change the center of gravity in step 2, the knee should be to the toe of the right foot as well.
Good Latin dance cha-cha-cha dance song
1, "Ain'tNoMountainHighEnough", play
This song is the ending song in the "Nuns Are Crazy Too 2", regardless of the play sung by play, or the original song by Diana Ross, are very good. With its catchy lyrics and deep message of love, it's not just a good cha-cha-cha, it's a classic love letter. "Thereain'tnomountainhighenough, Ain'tnovalleylowenough, Ain'tnoriverwideenough, Tokeepmefromgettingtoyou" no any mountain high enough, Ain't no valley deep enough, Ain't no river wide enough, To keep me from coming back to you. Focus on female dancers.
2. "BancaBanca", E-Type
This song was discovered when I watched Wang Shaowei dance the cha-cha at the Martial Arts Competition, and I fell in love with it at the time, and it's from E-Type's album "EuroIVEver". It's worth recommending.
3, "BigBigWorld", Emilia
From Emilia Avril's "BigBigWorld" album, the song has become the fastest popularity of Sweden's history of a song, but also recommended a cha-cha dance song. This song has a slower tempo, and with Emilia's calm and slightly husky singing, pure and classical performance, it's perfect for beginners to practice.
4, "Angelina", LouBega
Black Latin singer LouBega, in addition to the most prestigious cowboy song "MamboNo. 5", "Angelina" is also a very popular cha-cha dance song, most of the domestic slow-rock bars have appeared. Very standard cha-cha rhythm, full of passion and wild, giving people a very high feeling. The song has a typical Cuban style, lively bar, the boys to the beautiful girl courtship, full of teasing, "Andifyouchachame, Ihavetochachayouchacha". The focus is on male dancers performing.
5, "TheGameofLove", MichelleBranch&Santana
The NBA's theme song for the 2002-03 season, from Latin rock's No. 1 guitarist, Santana, and the red-hot rocker Michelle.The title of the song easily reminds people think of the NBA's most familiar slogan: ILOVETHISGAME! The song is about a love-struck girl, in the love game used by the boy on her, or can not help but find the boy to express love, "yourollme, controlme" (you make me crazy, you controlme). The boy with some teasing, a little naughty, the girl a little helpless, more shy, demanding a lot of showmanship from the dancers.
6, "Pepito"
One of the most commonly used cha-cha-cha dance songs in the British Blackpool competition, standard rhythm and style, moderate speed, expressive, stage effect.
7, "QuienSera (Sway)", ArielleDombasle
This song, "Why?", is more storytelling, fast-paced, and has a strong stage presence, making it perfect for performance. Lisa Ono of Japan has covered the song in Spanish. Great cha-cha-cha dance song.
8, "ChillyChaCha", JessicaJay
This song has the widest impact, cha-cha-cha dance enthusiasts almost no one knows, the college dance is a must-see track. The light and upbeat rhythm makes people instantly energized, and the provocative lyrics make people want to stop: come on, let's cha-cha-cha! The Chinese version of "Please Cha Cha" is one of Li Yuchun's best known tracks. If you're having a party, "ChillyChaCha" is definitely the track of choice, and it creates a joyful and pleasant party atmosphere.
9, "NeedtoKnow", MarcAnthony
Latin king MarcAnthony (Marc Anthony) first English album of the same name in the main track, but also won the 2000 Grammy nominated song, included in the album "Grammy2000". The song has a typical Latin style, is a show of love song, ardent with anticipation, bold in the shy, very infectious and seductive, coupled with dynamic rhythm, people unconsciously dance.
10, "GetThePartyStart", Pink
The classic cha-cha-cha dance song, but also the international music awards Grammy winning track. "getthispartystarted, getthispartystartedrightnow", the sound of the call, step by step, so you can not restrain yourself, follow the music to start cha-cha. Dynamic, enthusiastic, excited, passionate, bring the dancer's mind shock, one of the rare good songs. The song is fast-paced, so beginners may struggle.