230164 1066 Performing Arts Dance Ballroom Dancing true Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:12:55 -0700 dancing,learning,latin,dance,ballroom,lessons,merengue How To Dance the Merengue http://www.howcast.com/videos/230164-How-To-Dance-the-Merengue http://www.howcast.com/videos/230164-How-To-Dance-the-Merengue/edit approved 0 Elizabeth_Santiago http://img.howcast.com/images/icons/howto-xxlarge.png 104 93088 1 0 Step Start music Play merengue music and listen to the rhythm. Merengue music has a distinct march-like tempo.

]]> 93089 2 0 Tip Merengue music can be purchased at any store selling Latin music.

]]> 93090 3 0 Step Get into position Stand opposite your partner. If leading, place your right hand on your partner’s waist as they put their left hand on your shoulder. Raise your other hand and clasp your partner’s hand.

]]> 93091 4 0 Step March to the beat Step in place first with the left foot then with the right foot. Make sure you are moving your feet to the tempo of the music.

]]> 93092 5 0 Step Move your hips Move your hips as you step to the right and left. The hip motion comes from alternately bending and straightening the knees.

]]> 93093 6 0 Tip The hip movement is the most important part of the merengue.

]]> 93094 7 0 Step Shift weight Shift your weight from one side to the other as you move your hips in time to the music for a more natural flow.

]]> 93095 8 0 Step Add turns Add turns to your dance; almost any turns are acceptable in merengue. Turns liven the dance.

]]> 93096 9 0 Fact Merengue originated in the Dominican Republic and is a combination of dances from Africa and France.

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