What comes to mind when you think of Tango? Do you think of passion, intensity, or maybe you picture dancers in the infamous Promenade Position with a rose in their mouth? These are a few of the many characteristics of Tango. If you have taken Tango lessons before, you would probably agree that it takes …
What comes to mind when you think of Ballroom Dancing? Many people picture couples dancing elegantly around a ballroom in formal wear. Though this is true, there is more to ballroom dancing than that! Ballroom dance encompasses many different styles of partner dancing, from the elegant Waltz to the sensual Rumba, and even the social …
Preparing for Your Wedding Dance Your first dance is a special moment that you will cherish forever and there is nothing more magical than a couple connecting through dance. To fully prepare for this special dance so that you can relax and enjoy the process, there are a few things to keep in mind. In …
Country Polka Polka is one of eight country-western dances and is one of the most popular to dance here in Texas. Whether you are looking to dance socially or competitively, Polka is great dance to learn. It’s a high-energy dance and moves quickly around the floor. In this post, I will dive into the basics …
Merengue For Beginners Merengue is THE best dance to do if you are learning Cuban Motion for the first time! The step patterns in this dance are quite simple, which is why it’s the best for practicing rhythm technique. In fact, this is the first dance I learned when I started ballroom dancing many years …
The Bolero is a dance that most of my students are intrigued by. It’s this mystery dance that they hear a lot about but they don’t learn until they have done several other dances. Like many instructors, I don’t introduce Bolero to a student until they have a strong foundation in both the rhythm and …
Nightclub two-step tutorial Nightclub Two-Step is one of the simpler dances of the ballroom styles and is commonly used as a wedding dance. In fact, most first dances that I have choreographed have been Nightclub Two Steps! This dance is elegant and romantic and a great one to learn. That said, I’m super excited to …
Learning Mambo Mambo is one of my favorite dances – It’s spicy, rhythmical, and full of energy! Because of its high energy and rhythmical movements, it tends to be a fan favorite at dance competitions and dance television shows. Although this dance is tons of fun to do, it can be quite a challenge to …
Viennese Waltz is one of the most beautiful dances ever created! When done well, dancers make it look so effortless and elegant, but don’t let that fool you. This dance is not for the very beginner! Most instructors will make sure you have plenty of training in other ballroom dances such as the Waltz before …
There are two versions of night club two-step; ballroom and country. Both dances are beautiful with a romantic feel and are danced to love ballads. In today’s post, I’m going to get you started with the Country Night Club Two-Step. Topics covered in this post:· History and Characteristics· Musical Information· Dancing the Basic· Dance Frame …