7. Latin Dances
distinguish themselves by the
costumes worn by performers.
They are somewhat revealing,
tight- fitting, sexy yet
sophisticated in nature.
They are also distinguished by
the nature of the movements.
There are a lot of hip
movements in Latin dances.
8. Standard Dances
on the other hand wear
formal , ankle length
gowns for females and
coat-and tie for males.
Most of the time,
movements in these are
restricted to close
ballroom position with
partner.
9. Ballroom dances are different from
dancesport because the ballroom is
freer in nature and are primarily
intended to widen one’s social
horizon, for recreation; and fitness. The
dancesport is performed in
competition and are referred to as
competitive ballroom dancing.
12. STANDARD
DANCES
WALTZ
• It was the first time men and women were seen holding
each other “so closely that their faces touched”
(Montaigne, 1580)
• It is characterized by its graceful movements and
gracious turning. (elegance)
• The name came from the German word “walzen”
meaning to revolve, turning with smooth gliding steps
• Danced in ¾ time (1, 2, 3)
13. STANDARD
DANCES
TANGO
• It was first known as “Baile con corte”- the
dance with a stop
• It is characterized by sudden changes of
direction
• It emphasizes playful movement, intense
expression, and romance.
• Danced in 4/4 time
14. STANDARD
DANCES
2 Types of
TANGO
1. Argentine Tango- commonly called
the traditional tango. Dancers have
their chests closer together than
their hips
2. Ballroom Tango- originated in
Europe. It is more staccato in
movement and with head snaps.
15. STANDARD
DANCES
FOXTROT
• It is a smooth and elegant ballroom
dance. It’s a versatile dance that can be
danced to many different tempo and
variety of music.
• It has simple walking steps and side
steps.
• It is known as the first American
ballroom dance, named after Harry Fox
16. STANDARD
DANCES
QUICK STEP
It includes the walks,
runs, chasses, and
turns of the original
foxtrot dance, with
some other fast
figures such as hops
and skips
17. STANDARD
DANCES
VIENNESE
WALTZ
• It is characterized by
sweeping, graceful turns
that rotate quickly
around the floor.
• It is danced at a much
faster tempo- twice the
speed of the slow waltz.
18. BASIC DANCE STEPS WALTZ
The Half Box Step / Forward Half Box Step (Boy’s Step)
1. Step forward with the left foot
2. Right foot step sideways to the right
3. Bring your left foot next to your right foot
4.Step back with the right foot
5. Step back sideways with the left foot
6. Bring your right foot next to your left foot
19. BASIC DANCE STEPS WALTZ
The Half Box Step / Backward Half Box Step (Girl’s Step)
1. Step back with the right foot
2. Left foot step sideways to the left
3. Bring your right foot next to your left foot
4.Step forward with the left foot
5. Step forward sideways with the right foot
6. Bring your left foot next to your right foot
20. BASIC DANCE STEPS WALTZ
The Basic Box Step (Boy’s Step)
1. Leader steps forward with his left foot.
2. Leader steps to the right with his right foot.
3. Leader closes his left foot to his right.
4.Leader steps back with his right foot.
5. Leader steps to the left with his left foot.
6. Leader closes his right foot to his left.
21. BASIC DANCE STEPS WALTZ
The Basic Box Step (Girl’s Step)
1. Follower steps back with her right.
2. Follower steps to the left with her left foot.
3. Follower closes her right foot to her left.
4.Follower steps forward with her left foot.
5. Follower steps to the right with her right foot.
6. Follower closes her left foot to right.
22. BASIC DANCE STEPS WALTZ
The Forward Progressive Step
1. Step forward with the left foot
2. Right foot step sideways to the right
3. Bring your left foot next to your right foot
4.Step forward with the right foot
5. Left foot step sideways to your left
6. Bring your right foot next to your left foot
23. BASIC DANCE STEPS WALTZ
The Backward Progressive Step
1. Step backward with the right foot
2. Left foot step sideways to the left
3. Bring your right foot next to your left foot
4. Step backward with the left foot
5. Right foot step sideways to your right
6. Bring your left foot next to your right foot
24. BASIC DANCE STEPS WALTZ
The Natural Turn
1.Step forward with the right foot as you simultaneously turn it to the right.
Step on the heel rising at the end of this step.
2.Step to the side with your left foot as you continue to turn to the right. This
should be done on the ball of your foot.
3.Bring the right foot in to your left foot. Move on your toes, then drop to your
heel when you step back with your left foot.
4.Step back with your left foot as you continue turning to the right. When you
do this, be sure that you are stepping back on the ball of your foot. Lower onto
the heel, then bring it up immediately.
5.Step to the side on the ball of your right foot as it continues to turn.
6.Bring your left foot up to your right foot while moving on your toes.
27. LATIN
DANCES
CHA-CHA-CHA
• It is a fun, flirtatious and energetic
dance with lots of hip movements
and fancy foot work.
• It is derived from Mambo
• Danced in 4/4 time
• Slow-slow-quick-quick-slow
28. LATIN
DANCES
MAMBO
• One of the most sensual and
emotional Latin dances.
• It is characterized by strong
hip movements and quick
footwork
29. LATIN
DANCES
JIVE
• American dance that evolved from a
dance called the Jitterbug by
removing the lifts and acrobatic
elements.
• Dancers use a more bouncy type
movement using the balls of the feet.
• A lot of kicks are used in jive. Jive is a
very fast, energy-consuming dance.
30. LATIN
DANCES
RUMBA
• considered by many to be the most
romantic and sensual of all Latin
ballroom dance.
• It is often referred to as the
"Grandfather of the Latin dances"
• A moderately slow Latin dance with
plenty of wraps, under arm turns and
a truck load of flirtation. It is often
called as the “Dance of Love”
31. LATIN
DANCES
SWING
• lively style of social dancing in which
a dancer often spins and flips his or
her partner. Considered both hip and
cool, swing dancing is a favorite
among social dancers of all ages.
• It is a non-progressive partner dance
(mostly performed in one spot)
32. LATIN
DANCES
SAMBA
• It is a lively dance
characterized by simple
forward and backward steps
and rhythmic hip movements.
• It is the national dance of
Brazil
33. BASIC DANCE STEPS CHA-CHA-CHA
BASIC CHA-CHA-CHA
1. Step right foot backward
2. Step left foot in place
3. Perform 2 chasse with the right foot forward
4. Step left foot forward
5. Step right foot in place
6. Perform 2 chasse with the left foot backward
34. BASIC DANCE STEPS CHA-CHA-CHA
BASIC SIDE STEP
1. Sidestep to the right with your right foot
2. Step forward & right with your left foot
3. Step right foot in place, weight shifts to it
4. Sidestep to the left with your left foot
5. Move your right foot to your left foot
6. Sidestep to the right with your left foot
7. Step forward & left with your right foot
8. Step left foot in place, weight shifts to it
9. Sidestep to the right with your right foot
10. Move your left foot to your right foot
11. Sidestep to the right with your right foot
35. BASIC DANCE STEPS CHA-CHA-CHA
REVERSE SIDE STEP
1. Sidestep to the right with your right foot
2. Step backward & right with your left foot
3. Step right foot in place, weight shifts to it
4. Sidestep to the left with your left foot
5. Move your right foot to your left foot
6. Sidestep to the right with your left foot
7. Step backward & left with your right foot
8. Step left foot in place, weight shifts to it
9. Sidestep to the right with your right foot
10.Move your left foot to your right foot
11.Sidestep to the right with your right foot
36. BASIC DANCE STEPS CHA-CHA-CHA
CHA-CHA-CHA PIVOT TURN
1. Step right foot backward
2. Step left foot in place
3. Perform 2 chasse with the right foot forward
4. Step left foot forward
5. Step right foot in place
6. Perform 2 chasse with the left foot backward
7. Step right foot backward
8. Step left foot in place
9. Perform 2 chasse with the right foot forward
10.Pivot turn with the right foot
11.Perform 2 chasse with the left foot
12.Step right foot backward
