It is also called the English Waltz, this slow form of the Waltz was imported from the United States in the late 19th century. It allows couples to present particularly elegant and romantic variations.
Born in Cuba in the 50s. It quickly became popular due to its simplicity and originality. This cheerful and carefree Latin dance, is considered one of the easiest. Partners play with each other on music full of rhythm. This dance is a reflection of friendship and fun.
Tango was born in Argentina, in the poor quarters of Buenos Aires in the 17th century. This highly rhythmic dance evokes passion, seduction, domination, but also pain and difficulty of living. Argentine tango continues to be practiced in its original form. Ballroom tango (which is ment here) has evolved into a more progressive form, gaining space.
It is the oldest of Latin American dances. Of Cuban origin, the Rumba arrived in Europe in the 1920s. Its exotic side with wide hip-movements is made to seduce and fascinate. Sensual, this dance is THE dance of seduction, feelings ... an invitation to love.
A well-known title:
Besame Mucho
Rumba
Vienese Waltz
Its considerable growth is due to Johann Strauss Jr., Austrian composer of the 18th century, who makes it the princely dance of all European courts. Nowadays, it is par excellence the dance of the opening ball of weddings.
Typically English, this dance appeared at the same time as Charleston in the 20s. Fast, sparkling, full of exuberance and joy of life, it delights all audiences.
This dance comes from Brazil. It is inspired by the Rio Carnival. Joyful, exuberant, extroverted dance at the fast pace. The accentuation of the hip movements and the bounce action make the samba, the dance of the party.
A well-known title:
Despacito
Samba
Slow Foxtrot
American influence in Europe during the 1st World War brought this dance. Known as the most difficult ballroom dance, it seems natural due to its smooth and continuous movements on a syncopated rhythm that allow great evolutions around the dancefloor.
This dance is part of Spanish folklore and includes elements of Flamenco. A lively, spirited and lofty dance, the Paso Doble finds its inspiration in bullfights. The dancer is inspired by the gesture and attitude of the bullfighter and his partner recalls with his sensual, strong and passionate interpretation the flamenco dancers.
It has its origins in Rhythm and Blues and Swing and flows into Rock'n'roll in the 50s. The Jive is a derivative of Rock'n Roll. Festive dance with jumping movements.