Is it difficult to overcome this kind of height difference for dances which are danced in contact? Does anyone know of any professional couples which have a similar or greater height difference?

Finding a new partner is not an option. 8)

Thanks for any insight.

Derek

The problem with your right leg is one of the most common problems in dancing. It means you are both not in correct dance position. It has nothing to do with height or height difference. Volumes have been written concerning correct dance position so I won't even try to explain how to correct this. Explain the problem to your coach/teacher and if the correction consists of moving the lady to your side so that you are right hip to right hip, change to another teacher.
My partner and I have spent more lessons on correcting our dance position than I can count. We are always working on this. It is the key to leading and, I feel the most important aspect of dancing.

David: I understand that the Pilipenchuks are very accomplished dancers and that provides some inspiration.

Jonathon: You're advise helps a lot. Indeed the biggest problem I've found so far is finding a place for my right leg to go.

Can't wait to try it on the dance floor!

Cheers,

DerekC