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How to Do the Rumba  
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Tags: Rumba, Ballroom Dancing, Dance

The rumba originated in Africa and than traveled to Cuba with the slave trades. This dance has a distinct rhythm and is very fun to do.

1.	Males: Step forward with your left foot (slow step). Bring your right foot diagonally across from where you started and step on it (quick step). Close your left foot beside your right (quick step). Step back with your right foot (slow). Bring your left foot diagonally back/to the side (quick). Close your right foot to your left and change your weight, back to your starting position (quick).
2.	Females: Step back with your right foot (slow). Step to the side with your left foot (quick) Close your right foot to your left, changing your weight (quick). Step forward on your left foot (slow) Step to the side (diagonally across) with your right foot (quick). Close your left foot to your right, changing your weight, back to your original or starting position (quick).
3.	Dance Position :Guys - Place your right hand just underneath her shoulder blade. Your left hand should come away from your body at a 180-degree angle. Clasp your hands and touch your elbows together. Ladies - rest your left hand on the guy's right arm. Touch your elbows together as you place your right hand in your partner's.

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