smooth ballroom dances and they are progressive in style marked by jong, flowing its, Continuous turns, and “rise and fail”. These dances are so graceful and elegant that waltz Ppear to glide around the floor with almost no effort. is # smooth dance that travels around the line of dance. Characterized by its “rise and fall” © Waltz includes a step, slide and step in % time. Dancers should move thelr shoulders parallel with the floor Instead of up and down. Dancers must strive to lengthen each step. +t beat of the music, 2 step is taken forward on the heel, then onto the ball of the feut with » @ ta the toes, continuing on to the second and third beats of the music. At the end of the - the heel is lowered to the floor to the starting position. e Waltz box step ect body carriage and body alignment is important to any form of dancing. cad, and retaxed body carriage Improves projection on the dance floor.© LATIN QaNcES: + CHACHA ~ Risa lively, firratious ballroom dance full of passion and energy, The classic “Cubsn motion” gives t Cha Cha its unique style, Partners work together to synchronize each movement in perfect alignme: - = _TWis is. a progressive dance originated In Africa. The dance gradually lost its ritualistic nature and ‘eventually became the national dance of Brazil, Samba ls considered the dence of celebration and ‘at Camival celebrations in Rio, Samba are concentrated more in pelvic movements. Sambas are ap steps taken on quarter beats and 3 rocking, swaying motion of the dancers. = RUMBA Is considered by many to be the most romantic, sensual, lovable, and passionate of all Latin baliec dances. Weis often referred to as the “Grandfather of the Latin Dances”. (Pasodoble} - fkactually means “two-step” or “double-step.” itis one of the liveliest ballroom dances, originating in Southern France. itis modeled after the sou drama, and movement of the Spanish ‘The man ls characterized as the matador (bullfighter) and the lady as his cape in the passionate. Traditionally. drama of a Spanish builfight. Paso dable is both arrogant and ; — im the Paso Doble, dancers take strong steps forward with the heels, and incorporate artistic hand movements. The forward steps, or walks, should be strong and proud. The man should also incorporate apel, a mave in which he strongly stamps his foot, much like a matador strikes the gro to capture the attention of the bull, All moves of the Paso Doble should be sharp and quick, with < and head held high to represent arrogance and dignity. sve in is a ballroom dance style that originated in the US from African-Americans. It Is a lively form of § © dance, and a variation of the jitterbug. ‘isa very happy, bubbly, energetic dance, with plenty of knee-lifting. bending. and rocking of t ‘ Ios. The fastest of the Latin dances. Jive Incorporates lots of icks and Mick, even twiring of the woman, and doesn’t move around the dance floor like the other dances. ‘dance that is easy to follow, simple to learn, and an excellent dance for beginners This sensual dance originated in Argentina in th In very close full thigh, pelvis and upper body conta horkxontal movements that are very strong and but can vary widely in timing, speed, and charsBALLROOM DANCING: BALLROOM DANCING ~ Afarm of dance that offers soctal communication batween sexes A social dance usually performed by couples. © Mis 2 social dance because it encourages social interaction between dance partness. © B's been an integral part of people's dally lives for years, providing an atmosphere for men and women to gather together and develop friendship and have a good time. DANCE SPORTS ~ a term used to describe or a title to all forms of dance: where competition is engaged to Produce a champlonship of Individual, couple, troupe or year of athletic performers, + BENEFITS OF BALLROOM DANCING: It develops grace ond poise. It helps break down excessive reserve and shyness. tt affords an opportunity to meet new friends and develops mutual respect and Interest. \t provides challenge of learning steps and executing them successfully with musical accompaniment. helps improve neuromuscular coordination, balance, rhythm, and grace. offers.a moderate form of exercise that may carry on regularly without strain and danger of injury it encourage individuals to practice good grooming. proper hygiene, and to dress properly, neatly, and attractively. It provides a constructive and healthy answer to leisure time dilemma, 'tprovides a means.to develop appropriate social behavict, good etiquette, and thoughtful considerations for others. = © CLASSIFICATION OF BALLROOM DANCING: A American Style This is style thatis mainly danced in the United States. its main purpose was to make social dancing % easy to pick up, Itis danced both socially and competitively. The dances that fall under this style can be broken down into 2 more types: American Rhythm and American Smooth, © American Rhythm Dances: “Cha Cha, Rumba, East Coast Swing. Bolero, Mambo © American Smooth dance: “Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz 8. international Style ~ This isa style that is mainly danced all around the world. This style has very specific syllabus that dancers strive to master. tt is danced bath socially and competitively, The dances that fall under this style can be broken down into 2 more types: International Latin and Intemational Standard, © International Latin Dances: {Latin) = Cha cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, sive 0. International Standard dances: (Modern Ballroom Standard) . = Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Quickstep “both the American and International styles have very similar dances with a few differences,”