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the United States, that is performed by couples and follows prescribed steps.
The tradition was historically distinguished from folk or country dance by its
association with the elite social classes and with invitational dance events. In
the 21st century, however, ballroom dance is present in many parts of the
world and has practitioners in virtually all segments of society. It is performed
in various contexts, including invitational and public dance events,
professional dance exhibitions, and formal competitions.
Standard ballroom dances include the waltz and the polka from the 19th
century and the fox-trot, the two-step, and the tango, among others, from the
20th century. Other popular dances—such as the Charleston, swing dancing,
the mambo, the twist, and disco dancing—have also visited the
ballroom repertoireat various points in the tradition’s history. Owing to the
social and stylistic breadth of the ballroom tradition, the term ballroom
dance has often been loosely applied to all sorts of social and popular
dancing.
Cha Cha
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The Cha Cha is a lively, flirtatious ballroom dance full of passion and energy. The
classic "Cuban motion" gives the Cha Cha its unique style. Partners work together
to synchronize each movement in perfect alignment. More »
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Foxtrot
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The Foxtrot is a ballroom dance that is lots of fun and simple to learn...an
excellent dance for beginners. The Foxtrot is a smooth dance in which dancers
make long, flowing movements across the floor. More »
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Jive
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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. More »
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Lindy Hop
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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. More »
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Mambo
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The 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. More »
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Paso Doble
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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. More »
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Quickstep
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Rumba
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Samba
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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. More »
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Tango
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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. More
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Viennese Waltz
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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. More »
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Waltz
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