The
waltz is one of the most popular forms of ballroom dance. It has a graceful,
flowing movement, danced to romantic music.
Ballroom
Tango
Ballroom
tango is a dramatic dance, danced to fiery staccato music. It is a modern
derivative of the original Argentine Tango, adapted for the ballroom.
Slow
Rhythm and Quick Rhythm
Both
slow rhythm and quick rhythm are easy-to-learn dances, that can be used
on small or crowded dance floors. They can be danced successfully by people
with minimal experience.
Quickstep
Quickstep
is an energetic dance that revolves quickly around the room. It is very
popular and one of the most played forms of ballroom dance.
Slow
Foxtrot
The
foxtrot is a graceful and romantic dance that is more challenging than
other forms of ballroom. It is not taught at beginner level classes.
Viennese
Waltz
Viennese
waltz is an elegant and charming traditional dance typified by the music
of Johann Strauss. It conjures up Images of dances in European palaces.
Dance Styles Latin
Rumba
Rumba
is a slow and sensuous dance with widespread appeal, danced to romantic
pulsating music.
Cha
Cha Cha
Cha
cha cha is the popular modern derivative of a dance that originated in Cuba.
It can be danced to traditional or modern music, including many pieces of
disco music. It is flamboyant dance that is energetic & fun.
Jive
Where
rumba is the dance of love, jive is the dance of fun. It has many playful
moves, including many spins and turns for both leaders and followers.
Samba
Samba
is the modern version of the carnival dance originating in Rio de Janeiro.
It is danced to percussive music, both modern and traditional.
Paso
Doble
Paso
Doble originated in Spain. It is a passionate dance with many dramatic moves.
It is not taught at beginners classes.
