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What can I do to train to be a latin dancer?

Like what type of excersises, stretching, do I need to do in order to beocme one and where can I learn some moves?


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: What kind of Latin are we talking about? Latin like in Ballroom Latin or some other type?

As a Ballroom Latin, what I find important is your abs are never too strong and your feet are never too strong. Keep developing abs and arches. You really need both.
A good exersice for all dancers is Pilates. It strengthens the core muscles, not only abs. I bought a DVD at a bookstore, it helps, it was under $20 if I remember it right. For feet, go up on your toes and lower your weight back to the original position 20 times in a row. That's a start. You can also do lunges when boyth of your feet are on your toes. That's a tricky one, also helps your balance.
As for flexibility - splits are good to have, and flexible back is good too. If you don't have spilts and bridges - keep working on that.

To learn the moves, you should attend classes or some other kind of organized instructions. Look for classes at your local community college or a dance studio.