I'm so confused! I can't seem to get the rhythm of the corta jaca. Any help on which foot should go where and when would be much appreciated!

Thanks,
Carol

My goodness! I thought I asked a simple question! The more I learn about dancing, though, the more I realize how much I don't know!!

Since I asked the question, I've been back to class and also had some private lessons. So I've taken your replies and melded them with what my teachers said to figure it out. I am taking International style. I didn't realize there was an American version. What's the difference?

I agree totally on refering to the technical manuals. They help allot in recalling the steps learned in class. I just got the new ISTD Rumba manual and it is very helpful. I guess the new Samba manual is not out yet (hence my questions...). Does anyone know when it will be available?

Thanks again for all your input!
Carol

Hi Everyone,
I just read this thread, very interesting! A few of my own comments:
A technique book is a good thing in the right hands. It is not written in stone, and different technique books can say different things. Also, it's open to interpretation.
I took vcalvin's comment of being a competitor but not having done a corta jaca as a humble statement, and 'dance boy' probably did too.
Should we talk about the difference between American style and International style Samba? I didn't see mentioned which version the original question was about.
Either way, Samba sure is a fun dance, isn't it? I watched people dancing it in Montreal last weekend, I was breathless at the end!