Stepping in International Latin

As I have said, stepping big in International Standard is important, but what about International Latin?

In Latin, almost the complete opposite is true.  We want to take small steps almost all the time.  There are certain exceptions to this, but usually we want to step small.

Why must we take small steps you may ask?  Well, here is why.

As I have said, straightening the knee on every step in Latin is very important.  It makes the dance look crisp, sharp, and full of energy.  But how does taking small steps have any effect on this?  Well, by taking small steps, we travel less.  When we travel less, it is easier to get all our weight over the foot that just stepped.  If we take giant steps, we have to move really far before we can get all our weight on our foot.  If we can't get the weigh over the foot, then it is difficult to straighten our legs with authority and power.  Sure you can straighten your legs without getting over them, but it will look very weak and very limp.

Step small, it will help your Latin technique a lot!

-Aaron Mullen