Ballroom Dance

BALLROOM DANCING

is derived from the word ball which in turn originates from

the Latin word ballare which means 'to dance' (a ball-room
being a large room specially designed for such dances).

It is a type of social dancing, originally practiced in

Europe and 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.
HISTORY

Ballroom dancing as we know it today probably originated

from dances held in the royal courts way back in the 16th
century. It's also thought to be based on folk dancing.

Since the 16th Century, ballroom dance has been used

for courtship, socialization, exercise , and even
competition.
Different Types of Ballroom Dance
Waltz

is a soft, gentle, elegant, and

romantic dance that uses flowing
movements to make the dancers
appear to float across the dance
floor.
 Foxtrot

is a fun social dance that has grace and

beauty in every step. This dance moves
rapidly across the dance floor, enticing
the dancers and those watching to smile
away.
Tango
is characterized by stunning, sharp head-
turns, and sharp staccato placement.
Today, there are three main styles of
Tango, the American ballroom style, the
International ballroom style, and the
Argentine style.
 Cha Cha
is a happy, energetic, carefree,
and party dance. It may be either
danced to authentic Cuban
music, or Latin Pop or Latin
Rumba
is a slow, sensuous, romantic dance with
much flirtation. Many basic figures of the
dance have a "tease and run" theme in
which the lady first flirts with and then
rejects her partner.
Samba
is a quick paced Latin dance that takes
a lot of energy and style! Lots of fun as
it circles the dance floor.
Quickstep
is a fast and powerful dance. It is elegant
like foxtrot and fun like Charleston. The
dancers should look very light on their feet.
That’s all! Thank you
Quiz Time!

1. A Latin word means “to dance”

2. A type of social dancing originated from Europe and
United States.
3-6. Where do we use this Social Dance?
7-10. Give 3 kinds of the dance.
Answer Key

1. Ballare
2. Ballroom Dance
3. Courtship
4. Socialization
5. exercise
6. Competition
7. -10. Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Samba, Cha Cha, Quickstep