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Ballroom Dance
a set of partner dances, which are enjoyed both socially and competitively around the world.
Europe; 18th & 19th century
Where and when did Ballroom Dance originate?
early 1900s
Ballroom Dance became popular during ___?
Uplifting & Fun; Muscle toning; Bones & joints; Flexibility; Conditioning; Social Connectivity
Benefits of Ballroom Dance
Dancesports
a combination of art and sports which helped revive interest in ballroom dancing
International Standard Dances & International Latin Dances
Two International Style Dances
International Standard Dances
international style dance that has formal wear and restricted movement
International Latin Dance
international style dance that has revealing yet sophisticated attire; nature of movement is more free
Tango, Slow Foxtrot, Quick Step, Waltz
4 International Standard Dances
Tango
is characterized by a deliberate glide with the full foot on the floor and the weight on the ball of the foot and sudden changes of direction and its many flaring and dipping steps
Baile con Corte
to dance with many dramatic or artistic poses
RUDOLF VALENTINO
made the Tango a hit in 1921.
Tango
Originated within the lower classes of the “Barrio de la Aires”
“slow-slow-quick-quick-slow”
rhythm of tango & cha cha cha
Slow Foxtrot
a smooth, progressive dance characterized by long, continuous flowing movements across the dance floor.
Harry Fox
Slow Foxtrot was known as the first truly American Ballroom dance, was named after ___?
Quick Step
The upbeat melodies that __ is danced to make it suitable for both formal and informal events. It is elegant like the foxtrot and should be smooth and glamorous. The dancers should appear to be very light on their feet. It is very energetic and form-intensive.
Quick Step
was developed in the 1920s in New York City and was first danced by Black Americans
Waltz
Performed fashionably by couples or partners in fast sliding or gliding movements; characterized by its graceful movements and gracious turning.
Closed-hold
Waltz is danced in __ position
Waltzen; to roll/turn
The word Waltz came from the German word “?” which means “?”
Viennese Waltz & Slow Waltz
Two Types of Waltz
Cha Cha Cha, Rumba, Paso doble, Jive/Boogie, Samba
5 International Latin Dances
Cha Cha Cha
a fun, flirtatious and energetic dance with lots of hip movements and fancy foot work.
Cha Cha Cha
A Latin dance which originated in Cuba.
Rumba
a ballroom dance characterized by a short quick step and smooth rolling hip movement.
Paso doble
popularly known as the man’s dance
Paso doble
portraying the story of the matador with his cape where the matador is to wield his cape according to the anger and intensity of the roaring boar.
Paso doble
It finds its roots in the Spanish Style music of the 1930’s.
Jive / Boogie
Also known in recent years as “Swing”,
Jive talk / badmouthing
This word reflects the character of the jive dance for it is sassy and loud .
Jive / boogie
It came from the African American slaves.
Jive / Boogie
is a lively, energetic dance combining quick footwork and graceful arm movements with swirls and dips.
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