Ballroom Dance Styles

Waltz – Along with the Tango and Foxtrot, the Waltz is one of the classic ballroom dances. This is a fantastic sweeping dance, making it a must learn! Read more…

American Tango – Born in Argentina, this is the most dramatic of the ballroom dances. Tango has many different styles and proves popular both as an intimate social dance or a powerful dance on the competition floor. Read more…

Foxtrot – A simple yet elegant dance. Its is one of the first dances many ballroom dancers learn. With common music from the likes of Frank Sinatra to Michael Buble, it’s a hard dance to resist. Read more…

Quickstep – This is a fun upbeat ballroom dance. With influences from the Foxtrot to the Charleston, this dance will send you sweeping and skipping across the dance floor! Read more…

Viennese Waltz – Originally coming from Bavaria, it’s characterized by fast tempo 3/4 time music. The exciting music and fast pace that make the Viennese Waltz an exciting choice. Read more…

Salsa Dance Styles

New York Style – Otherwise known as Salsa ‘on 2’, the specific pattern of footwork and its connection to the instruments of the music makes this a popular choice of hardcore Salsa lovers. Read more…

L.A. Style – Otherwise known as Salsa ‘on the 1’, which differentiates itself from New York Style. This is the most popular style of salsa danced in a slot. Read more…

Casino Rueda – A group style of Salsa danced in a wheel. A caller calls out moves sending the dancers into playful and easy moves (or sometimes more complicated intricate ones). It’s very fun! Read more…

Cumbia – Originating from a slightly different style of Salsa music, it’s a popular ethnic dance with much of its instruction being passed on through family and friends. Read more…

Bachata – This dance is one you will find anywhere there is salsa dancing. Its basic step is easy to pick up and the music is sure to make you want to move your feet. Read more…

Latin Dance Styles

Rumba – Known as ‘the dance of love’, This is one of the classic Latin dances with its beautiful lines and hip action. Read more…

Cha Cha – Born out of its distant cousin, the Mambo, it’s one of the most popular Latin dances in the world! It fits a wide range of pop music and it’s flirty and fun! Read more…

Samba – The Brazilian national dance with a fantastic upbeat tempo of music. This dance has become a favorite worldwide! Read more…

Jive – Born out of the Lindy Hop, this is one of the most “American” dances with its roots right here in the ole’ USA! East Coast Swing, Jitterbug, Swing are all versions of this fast moving dance. Read more…

Bolero – This slow and beautiful dance is one of the five American Rhythm dances. With its rise and fall technique, and fluid movements, this makes for a great dance to watch. Read more…

Mambo – A close cousin to Salsa, this dance actually breaks away on count 2, instead of count 1. You will see many similarities between the two dance styles. Both make you want to get up and move your hips. Read more…

Country Dance Styles

Two Step – Gaining popularity from its Country music origins, this is the most classic of all Country dances. With many fast turns, this traveling dance can be seen in Country bars and competitive dance floors across the USA. Read more…

Nightclub (NC2) – Despite its name, this dance has nothing to do with drunken dancing in a club. It’s a beautiful romantic dance that’s very easy to learn. A popular choice for all the slow songs that you would otherwise just sway back-and-forth to! Read more…

Polka – This dance is full of energy and a whole bunch of triple steps! Polka originated in the Czech region in Europe and quickly became a hit. It has traveled across continents and kept its appeal in many genres. If you’re looking for a workout…give polka a shot! Read more…

Swing Dance Styles

West Coast Swing – The state dance of California, WCS is rapidly gaining popularity across the globe. Known as one of the most versatile partner dances because of its ability to be danced to a broad range of styles of music. It’s not the easiest dance, but well worth the effort. Read more…

East Coast Swing – This dance, unlike the West Coast Swing, is a rotational dance. With its triple steps and rock steps, this fun dance is sure to be a hit with everyone. Read more…

Jitterbug – If you like big band music and want to learn what they did in the movies, then this dance is probably what you’re looking for. Jitterbug, also known as single time swing, is a fun and versatile dance. Read more…