The Paso Doble, which means "double step" in Spanish, has origins in Spain and France. One theory is that French "pas-redouble", a military march was part of the inspiration (especially for the marching steps) while the Spanish bullfight added the character of the shape and movement (especially with a partner). Let Maks Chmerkovskiy from Dancing With the Stars guide through the story and fundamental actions of the Paso Doble, the most dramatic of the International Latin dances. Olé!
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