Universally recognized as the dance of love, the Rumba is a romantic dance style that allows your personality to shine through. 

The slowest of the Latin dance styles, the Rumba is a great starting point for learning Latin dances. With slow steps and hip movements, this Afro-Cuban dance is a perfect fit for a wide range of skill levels. 

History

The roots of the Rumba can be traced back to the 16th century, when the dance rhythms and traditions of enslaved Africans in Cuba merged with Spanish music to create a powerful, passionate new dance style. In modern times, Rumba has become a cultural symbol of Cuba and has spread across the world!

Storytelling

The Rumba is well-suited to a variety of music – just about any song with a slow, 4/4 beat is great for the Rumba!

To really express your personality and creativity with this dance style, choose your favorite love ballad and pair your moves with the lyrics! The Rumba is even more captivating when the dancers are telling a story that highlights the dance’s unique character, history, and emotion. 

Ready to Rumba? 

Sign up for a Fred Astaire Boise Rumba class this month! Taking place on March 7, 10, and 28, these group classes are the perfect way to start mastering this dance style! Visit the class calendar for more information.

Looking for more? We are hosting a Master Class to help you “Create Your Rumba Character” on March 31. Dive deeper into dance styling, storytelling and creativity with amazing Master Coaches, Faith and Richie! You won’t want to miss this fun opportunity to learn from our extended dance family. 

Get Started!

Haven’t been to the Fred Astaire Boise dance studio yet? You’ll fit right in at our welcoming studio! Start your dance journey by signing up for an introductory private lesson, or give us a call at (208) 514-0440 to schedule your first session!