The perfect spins | With Felipe Ramirez

The perfect spins | With Felipe Ramirez

Author: Kevin y Nika January 29, 2021 Duration: 1:00:54
Spinning is an art. One that Felipe Ramirez has mastered. He is a lifelong dancer with a classical education in dancing and in this episode he goes in-depth on everything he knows about spinning and proper technique. Some topics we will cover: - Common mistakes people do when spinning - What proper spotting looks like - Identifying what you're doing wrong - Solo spins vs in partnerwork - Going from flat shoes to heels - Different types of spins - And much more such as different ways to teach technique and an insight into judging competition Felipe on instagram: @feliperamirezdance and @felipeytiago_official

Step behind the music and into the conversations that shape the global Bachata scene with Backstage-The Bachata Podcast. Hosted by Kevin y Nika, who took over from the original hosts Lucie and Yann, this series is built for dancers, musicians, and enthusiasts who feel the rhythm beyond the dance floor. Each episode pulls back the curtain, offering a microphone to the artists who create the songs, the teachers who break down the movements, and the organizers who build the events that bring us all together. You’ll hear personal stories, technical insights, and honest discussions about the challenges and joys within the community. This isn't just about steps; it's about the people and the passion that fuel Bachata's evolution. By tuning in, you join a deeper dialogue that connects social dancers everywhere. The podcast thrives on these varied perspectives, ensuring every conversation adds a new layer to your understanding and appreciation of the art form. Find the video versions on YouTube under Kevin y Nika, and follow along on Instagram for more from behind the scenes.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 24

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Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 56:23
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The Takeover - Social dance community thoughts with Kevin & Nika [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:11
Originally hosted by Yann & Lucie the podcast will be revamped and brought to light by Kevin & Nika. Unfiltered interviews, discussions, and more inside topics surrounding the world of social dancing to check on its curr…
The art of Instagram with Ofir & Ofri [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:23
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How to set & communicate boundaries? With Isabella MacKrill [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:14
Someone asks you for a dance and you turn them down. Maybe that person was not respecting your personal space or they were dancing in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable. But instead of being honest about why you tur…
Gatica's womens day Q&A [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:16
She's back for another episode! In honor of internationals womens day we teamed up with Gatica and collected all sorts of questions from her followers on Instagram about being a woman in the dance scene. In this hour she…
From 0 to 1600 online students in 9 months | Brenda Liew [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:02
As was the case for many dance teachers, Covid-19 completely turned Brenda's life upside down. It forced her to take all her regular in-person classes online. In April 2020 she gave her first online lesson and today - ba…
Are you taking care of your mental health? | With El Tiguere [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:24
El Tiguere runs Island Touch - one of the hottest dance companies in the world - together with Ataca & Alemana. Known as a dancer, DJ, entertainer and managing director of a global dance company he's seen many sides of t…
How to film the perfect dance video | With BachataMedia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:48
Making dance videos is an art. One person that knows a lot about that is Johannes aka. BachataMedia. He creates high quality videos that make you feel like you are right there with the dancers. So this episode is all abo…
The concept of role rotation | Tiago PrettyDancer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:43
"If you are only dancing as a leader or as a follow you are missing out on 50% of the dance." This episode is all about the concept of role rotation. A concept where both dance partners constantly rotate the roles of lea…
Sexism in Bachata Sensual | With Jorge & Lou [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:49
Showing emotions and affection is part of our dance. But there is a fine line between being authentic and overdoing it. A fine line that if crossed can make a dance look sexualised and vulgar. In this episode we talk abo…