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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: This manual is based on the teaching syllabus developed by World Hustle Dance Champions, Billy Fajardo and Katie Marlow, presented on DVD with the help of Jami Josephson. Diane Jarmolow created the original chart figures in this manual. She and Julie Lowe re-wrote and edited them, with contributions by Melissa Saphir, Brandee Selck, Billy Fajardo and Jami Josephson. Our special thanks to Billy Fajardo, Jami Josephson, Diane Jarmolow, Joyce Szili, Beth Darchi, Daniel McGee, Jameson Kilburn, Raul Ante, Derek Allan and Ralph Ramirez for their contributions to this manual. ABOUT BILLY & JAMI: Billy is one of the original New York Hustle dance stars of the 1970s. He was instrumental in the development of the Hustle dance form from its inception in the nightclubs during the 1970s, to its current social and competitive styles of today. He is commonly referred to amongst Hustle dance aficionados as being the “Godfather of Hustle”, and is the only one of a handful of original Hustle dance stars to still be actively teaching and performing on a worldwide level today. To keep the spirit of the dance alive, and to further its development, Billy and Katie chartered the not-for-profit governing body for the Hustle dance world, the International Hustle Dance Association (IHDA). This syllabus is the product of 35 years of dancing, teaching, competing and performing Hustle for Billy Fajardo, and 30 years for Katie Marlow. This syllabus is Billy’s legacy to the world of dance, and he is delighted to present it, along with his partner Katie, to the DVIDA family. Jami Josephson is a professional dancer, performer, choreographer and a certified dance instructor and coach in Ballroom and Latin dancing with over 100 titles in competition dancing. She has many credits in T.V., Commercials, and has choreographed numerous Music Videos, “Valentino, The Musical”-Off-Broadway, “Havana After Dark”-Tropicana, Atlantic City, and the “Love Concert” in Hong Kong. Jami also judges many Salsa events all over the world including the World Salsa Championships for ESPN and has recently finished a Salsa certification for instructors. Jami has studied Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Tap, Ballroom, Latin, Country Dancing, Hustle and Acting and is well known for her exceptional dancing and teaching skills, which she obtained from many years of training and studying with the best teachers in the country. With over 40 instructional DVDs & videos, Jami is happy to assist Mr. Fajardo in these Hustle DVDs! DISCLAIMER: This manual is intended for information only. Please check with your physician prior to beginning any new physical activity. The publisher and author do not intend that any user of this manual endure undue exertion or strain. Published by W.D. 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Table of Contents Exercises for Developing Hustle Technique History of Latin Hustle ................................... 1 Back Break ..................................................... 21 Studying the Charts Side Break ..................................................... 22 Hustle Facts ...................................................... 2 Forward Break ............................................... 23 Definition of Chart Elements ............................. 4 Dance Position Definitions ................................ 5 Syllabus Figures Abbreviations ................................................... 6 Foot Positions Diagrams .................................. 8 1. Hesitation ................................................... 24 Amount of Turn Diagram ................................ 11 2. The Wheel ................................................. 25 3. Underarm Turn Combination ..................... 26 General Technical Tips ................................... 12 4. Leader’s Behind the Back Pass to Glossary Follower’s Bridge ....................................... 28 Glossary of Hustle/Dance Terms .................... 13 5A. Cross Body Lead ....................................... 30 Musical Information 5B. Cross Body Lead to Open Break and Return ................................................. 31 Definitions of General Musical Terms ............. 16 6. Return to Face Loop .................................. 32 Certification 7. Double Handhold Bridges ......................... 33 Student Medal Program .................................. 18 8. The Whip ................................................... 34 9A. Cradle with Continuous Left ...................... 35 Professional Certification ................................ 19 9B. Cradle In and Out ...................................... 36 Full Bronze Routines 10. Back Spot Turn .......................................... 37 Hustle Routine ................................................ 20 11. Grapevine .................................................. 38 12. Sliding Doors ............................................. 39 13. Cross Body Lead w/ Inside Turn ............... 40 14A. Shadow w/ Comb ................................... 41 14B. Shadow w/ Free Spin ............................. 43 15. New York Walk .......................................... 45 1 History of “The Latin Hustle” By Billy Fajardo In the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s, discotheques with high quality sound systems and flashing lights became a popular form of entertainment in Europe and America. In the early 1970s, dancing in the discotheques was mostly freestyle dancing – similar to the “Rock” style exhibited by pop stars of the day (i.e. The Jackson Five). The afro hairstyle, bellbottom pants and marshmallow shoes were the fashion craze of the younger generation of the time. A small group of young adults and teenagers formed a subculture in New York City, competing in the many discotheques in a variety of dance contests, mostly performing the aforementioned “Rock”. Some of the popular clubs at this time were The Contiki, Footsteps and The Red and White. These were the “hot clubs” where the best dancers from the boroughs of New York City would gather to dance, compete and exchange information. In early 1973, at a discotheque called The Grand Ballroom, women were exhibiting a new and nameless “touch dance.” The dance had a basic form with a simple 6-count step and featured inside and outside single turns. This was the birth of what would later be called Hustle. The young men at the club took notice, instantly interested in this new “touch dance” that represented a return to romance and was, quite simply, a great way to meet women! From that time on, the Hustle gained enormous popularity and has continued to evolve to this day. In Latin discotheques, including The Corso, Barney Goo Goo’s and The Ipanema, disco music was used as a bridge between live band sets. In these clubs, touch dancing had always been present in the form of Mambo, Salsa, Cha Cha and Bolero. As a result of this cultural fusion, the simple, original 6-count Hustle began to incorporate the “Rock Step” action of the Mambo. The count of the dance became “1-2-3 & 4-5-6.” Although a touch dance, the Hustle was frequently performed side-by-side and began incorporating many of the intricate turn patterns from Mambo. Hustle came to include multiple turns and hand changes with a “ropey” feel to the arms, inspiring the dance to be called “Rope Hustle” or “Latin Hustle”. Although New York City continued to be the main hub and innovation center for the evolution of the Hustle, in 1974 and 1975 the Hustle gained popularity and began to spread across the United States. Dance contests began to pop up in every city as the phenomenon continued. At the same time, the gay community began to exert its influence. Many of its members were involved in the professional performing arts and added balletic arms, long lines, and elasticity to the Hustle. Also at this time, the dance changed from a purely slotted pattern into a rotational one. In 1975, dance competitions abounded and young competitors were seeking an edge. Acrobatic and adagio movements were incorporated into the Hustle and a whole new style of dance entertainment