Merengue Dance Lessons in Southlake TX
Fred Astaire Dance Studios Southlake offers Merengue lessons in Southlake TX — one of the most beginner-friendly Latin partner dances, built on a simple marching step with lively hip action and Dominican roots. Our certified instructors make Merengue accessible for adults of all skill levels. Classes run Tuesday through Sunday at 2615 E Southlake Blvd, serving Southlake, Grapevine, Colleyville, and the greater Fort Worth area. Call (817) 296-9201 to get started.
Both Haiti and the Dominican Republic claim Merengue as their own. According to Haitian lore, an earlier ruler of their country had a lame son who liked to dance. In order that this beloved prince would not feel self-conscious about his affliction, the entire populace took to dancing as though they all were lame. The Dominican’s version is that the dance originated at a fiesta that was given to honor a returning war hero. When the brave warrior rose to dance, he limped on his wounded left leg. Rather than make him feel self-conscious, all the men present favored their left legs as they danced.
In both countries for many generations, the Merengue was taught and danced with these back stories in mind. When couples got up to dance the Merengue, the man favored his left leg and the lady favored her right leg; while flexing their knees a bit more than usual and at the same time leaning the body slightly to the same side. Haitians and Dominicans alike refer to the Merengue as their “singing dance;” this is understandable when you consider the exhilarating brightness of the staccato rhythm. The Merengue is danced in place to Latin music.
Whether you’re looking for a new hobby or a way to connect with your partner, want to take your dancing skills to the next level, or just want to improve your social life, the teaching methods of Fred Astaire will result in faster learning rates, higher levels of achievement – and more FUN! Contact us today, we’d love to help you get started.