cha-cha

The American style Cha Cha is a vibrant and flirtations dance known for its lively rhythm, playful energy, and crisp syncopated footwork. Danced in 4/4 time, the dance is characterized by sharp, precise movements, hip action, and a fun, engaging, interaction between partners. American style Cha Cha blends Latin flare with ballroom structure, making it favorable in both social and competitive settings. Its dynamic character, rhythmic accents, and flirtatious style make it a standout dance that is as entertaining to perform as it is to watch.

rumba

The American style Rumba is a smooth, romantic Latin ballroom dance known for its sensual movement, expressive timing, and a strong connection between partners. Danced in 4/4 time, it features a box step foundation. The American style allows for great variety in movement. Dancers often break apart into open positions. Cuban motion is central to the dance, giving its signature hip action. American Rumba emphasizes emotional expression and connection, often portraying themes of love, longing, or playful flirtation. It is a staple in both social and competitive ballroom dance, admired for its blend of technical precision and heartfelt story telling.

east coast swing

East Coast Swing is a lively and energetic partner dance that evolved from the Lindy hop in the 1940’s. It’s typically danced to upbeat swing, rock and roll, or bug band music. East Coast Swing is known for its fun, bouncy feel, and it often danced in a circular slot with lots of turns, spins, and underarm passes. It’s a versatile social dance popular in ballroom settings and casual dance venues alike.

west coast swing

West coast swing is a smooth, stylish partner dance that evolved from the Lindy hop and is known for its slotted linear movement. Unlike the circular feel of East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing is danced in a narrow slot, with the follower moving back and forth along a straight line while the leader stays mostly in place, guiding the flow. It features an elastic, grounded quality with both smooth and syncopated movements, making it highly versatile and expressive. West Coast Swing emphasizes improvisation and musical interpretation, allowing for both dancers to contribute creatively.

bolero

Bolero is a romantics and expressive ballroom dance that blends elements of both Latin and smooth styles. Unique among the American rhythm dances, Bolero features the slowest tempo along with rise and fall similar to Waltz, along with Latin hip action. Bolero emphasizes body control, continuous movement, and close connection between partners, making it deeply emotional and lyrical in style. Bolero is known for its graceful lines, expressive arm styling, and romantic presentation, often performed to slow ballads with Latin flavor. It’s a technically demanding dance that combines sensuality and elegance.

mambo

American Mambo is a fast paced, energetic ballroom dance that originated from Cuban dance traditions and gained popularity in the United States in the 1940’s. Mambo is characterized by sharp, rhythmic footwork, staccato movements, and a strong connection between partners. It incorporates quick weight changes, hip action, and sharp turns, all danced with a lively and playful attitude. The dance emphasizes musicality and rhythm, with dancers often hitting the accents in the music with crisp body isolations and expressive styling. Mambo is both technical and fun.