Ballroom Dance

B tout ensembleroom dance refers to a set ofpartner dances, which are enjoyed bothsociallyandcompetitivelyaround the world. Because of itsperformanceand entertainment aspects, dance hall dance is also widely enjoyed on stage, film, and television. may refer, at its widest, to al intimately any type of social dancing as recreation. However, with the emergence ofdance loosenessin modern times, the term has become narrower in scope. It usually refers to the International Standard and International Latin style dances. These styles were developed in England,and are in a flash regulated by theWorld Dance Council(WDC).In the United States, two additional innovations are popular American SmoothandAmerican Rhythm. The term dance hall dancing is derived from the wordball, which in turn originates from the Latin wordballarewhich means to dance (a dance palace being a large room specially designed for such dances). In times past, ballroom dancing wassocial dancingfor the privileged, lea vingfolk dancingfor the lower classes. These boundaries have since become blurred, and it should be noted even in times long gone, many ballroom dances were really elevated folk dances.The definition of ballroom dance also depends on the era balls have feature popular dances of the day such as theMinuet,Quadrille, Polonaise,Polka,Mazurka, and others, which are now considered to behistorical dances. BallroomDances 1. Cha Cha The Cha Cha is a lively, flirtatious ballroom dance full of anger and energy. The classic Cuban motion gives the Cha Cha its unique style. Partners work together to synchronize each movement in perfect alignment. 2. Foxtrot The Foxtrot is a ballroom dance that is lots of fun and simple to learn n excellent dance for beginners. The Foxtrot is a smooth dance in which dancers make long, aerodynamic movements across the floor. 3. Jive Jive is a ballroom dance style that originated in the United States from African-Americans. It is a lively form of Swing dance, and a variation of the Jitterbug. 4. Lindy Hop The Lindy Hop is the ballroom dance considered to be the father of all Swing dances. It is known for its unique, athletic style, and often contains aerial jumps, twists and flips. 5. Mambo he Mambo is one of the most sensual and emotional Latin American ballroom dances.Swaying hip movements, facial expressions, arm movements and holds all add to the sensuality of the dance. 6. Paso Doble The Paso Doble is one of the liveliest ballroom dances, originating in southern France. It is modeled after the sound, drama, and movement of the Spanish bullfight. 7. Quickstep The Quickstep is a quick version of the Foxtrot. It is a ballroom dance comprised of super quick stepping, syncopated feet rhythms, and runs of quick steps. The Quickstep is exciting to watch, but among the most difficult of all the ballroom dances. . Rumba The Rumba is considered by many to be the most romantic and sensual of all Latin ballroom dances. It is often referred to as the Grandfather of the Latin dances. 9. Samba Possibly the most popular of all Brazilian ballroom dances, the Samba is popular with young people as well as older generations. The Samba can be performed solo or with a partner. 10. Tango The Tango is one of the most fascinating of all ballroom dances. This sensual ballroom dance originated in South America in the early twentieth century. 1. Viennese Waltz The Viennese Waltz is a quick rotating ballroom dance with a subtle rise and fall. It is considered by most to be one of the most difficult dances to learn. The simple and elegant rotational movement characterizes the Viennese Waltz. 12. Waltz The Waltz is one of the smoothest ballroom dances. It is a advancing dance marked by long, flowing movements, continuous turns, and rise and fall. The dance is so graceful and elegant, Waltz dancers appear to glide around the floor with closely no effort.