If you are interested in ballroom dance but don’t know where to begin, then there’s only one place to start: beginner dance classes at Fred Astaire Dance Studios. Learning the most widely known partner dances can make you a star in any social gathering, and bring some fun and culture to your life at the same time. When you sign up for ballroom dance lessons, the information in this post can help you understand more about the various types of ballroom dance. When someone refers to “International Ballroom” style of dance for example, they are talking about 10 different dances. Below you will find a simple explanation of the top ten most popular styles of ballroom dance:
This is the most commonly thought-of dance when someone mentions ballroom dancing. It is 28 bars per minute, done in 3/4 time, and it can be fairly romantic.
Ballroom tango is different when compared with Argentine tango. It has a 2/4 time signature, and it is 32 bars per minute. While ballroom tango can certainly be romantic, sensual might be a better word to describe this popular dance.
This is an all-American dance set to jazz music and can be fast or slow depending on the band.
This dance is inspired by the foxtrot, but it takes on a much quicker tempo, hence the name.
As soon as the 3/4 time music starts, the ballroom studio will become ablaze with the quick and passionate flow of this ‘old school’ waltz.
A bouncy dance that is partnered for competitions, but as the national dance of Brazil, it is solo.
This flirtatious dance can be thought of as a slower mamba. Much hip movement will be involved.
Many people consider the rumba to be the most passionate and romantic dance on this list. It is incredibly complex and involves many different hip movements.
A spicy swing dance set to big band music in which the man leads and the women encourage more men to ask them to dance.
The man dances as if he was a bull, and the woman as if she was bullfighter.
If you are interested in taking adult ballroom dance classes, think about these options. Whichever one catches your eye or tickles your fancy, why not give it a shot?
At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, the philosophy is simple and straightforward: learning how to ballroom dance should always be fun! We work with students of all ages and abilities, and help them realize their ballroom dancing goals in a warm, friendly and 100% non-judgmental atmosphere.
Ballroom dance instruction will give you more confidence on the dance floor, a great workout, and a much better connection with your body!