Waltz
This diagram shows all the links I know between the basic waltz figures.
This is an attempt to organise the moves by category. It's not as complete but I think
it is a better learning aid.
Rumba
This diagram shows all the links I know between the basic rumba figures. There are more
links than this, but I think these are the most important ones to learn.
Cha cha cha
Cha Cha's move list is almost identical to Rumba. What are the differences?
- Cha cha has no alternative basic step
- Cha cha has no cucharachas
- No cucharachas means you can't do the complete 'side steps' figure. (Although individual side steps are allowed in both dances.)
- In cha cha the aida is 'not recommended' by Walter Laird, but the ISTD seem to allow it.
- In cha cha the the rope spinning is 'not recommended' by Walter Laird, although it is commonly taught.
- Two sets of chas may be optionally added to the hockey stick.
- Rumba's 6 walks are always replaced with 3 cha chas.
Salsa
This is how I link my salsa moves together. Since every salsa teacher teaches differently you may not find this very useful!