Latin Ballroom Dance
Ballroom dance, refers collectively to a set of partner dances,
which originated in the Western world and are now enjoyed both
socially and competitively around the globe. Its performance and
entertainment aspects are also widely enjoyed on stage, in film,
and on television. While historically ballroom dance may refer
to any form of formal social dancing as recreation, with the eminence
of dancesport in modern times the term has become much narrower
in scope, usually referring specifically to the International
Standard and International Latin style dances such as the Cha-Cha,
Tango and Rhumba.
Tango
Tango is a dramatic, sensual social dance form that originated
in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Originally danced frequently by same
sex partners, (particularly men,) this smoldering dance is a dance
with attitude! The most popular tango dance styles are the Argentine
tango and the ballroom tango, often known as American or International
Style; we teach ballroom style tango at OUT
to Dance because of its clear simplicity, strong steady rhythm,
and popularity in ballroom dance venues.
Learn more about the Tango
Cha Cha
An exciting, syncopated Latin dance of Cuban origin which originated
in the 1950's, the Cha Cha gets its name and character from its
distinct repetitive foot rhythm. It's playful and joyful and can
be danced to a great variety of popular music, form Roy Orbison
in the 50's to the Beatles in the 60s to Santana at the millenium.
Learn more about the Cha Cha
Rhumba
Often called the Dance of Love, rhumba is a slow- to medium-tempo
Latin American dance of Cuban origin in 4/4 time, which is characterized
by sensual and smooth movements, Latin-style hip motion, and an
elegant and flirtatious interplay between partners.
Learn more about the Rhumba
Nightclub Freestyle Dancing
If you feel awkward when faced with a dance opportunity in a
club, party, or social event, you can find relief in just one
private lesson in club dancing. This is the informal, popular
dance where you're not touching your partner, just boogieing freely--
or not so freely, if you're currently feeling like a dork! You'll
learn the simplest basics of shifting weight and what you can
do with your feet and arms; after a one-hour lesson, you'll have
the skills to finally break the ice and get out there and party.
You won't be imitating John Travolta or memorizing fancy patterns;
you'll be learning some simple, natural movements where you can
blend in with the dancing crowd, feel relaxed, and have fun.
"Anyone who thinks they won't like ballroom
dancing should really try one of your Hot Latin Ballroom dance
classes; we were blown away. That made for one really fun date
night every Monday!"
Monica and Carlo A., Waltham,
MA
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