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Dancing Feet School of Dance
"Dancing is like Dreaming with your Feet"
Ballroom
Ballroom
There are five Ballroom dances, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Quickstep and Viennese Waltz. These are travelling dances which progress anti-clockwise around the room. ‘Ballroom dancing’ is derived from the word ball, which in turn originates from the Latin word ballare which means ‘to dance’ (a ballroom being a large room specially designed for such dances).
Quickstep
The Quickstep is a quick version of the Foxtrot. It is a ballroom dance comprised of extremely quick stepping, syncopated feet rhythms, and runs of quick steps. The Quickstep is exciting to watch, but amongst the most difficult of all the ballroom dances. It comprises of chasses, lock steps, hops, skips and turns. A most energetic dance.
Waltz
The Waltz is one of the elegant ballroom dances. It is a progressive dance marked by long, flowing movements, continuous turns, and “rise and fall.” The dance is so graceful and elegant, Waltz dancers appear to glide around the floor with almost no effort. A good waltz dancer always allows one part of their foot to be in contact with the floor at all times.
Tango
The Tango is one of the most fascinating of all ballroom dances. This sensual ballroom dance originated in South America in the early twentieth century. The hold and posture for Ballroom Tango is unique and different to that of the other four Ballroom dances. No rise and fall are apparent in a good Tango dancer.
Foxtrot
The Foxtrot is a ballroom dance that is lots of fun and simple to learn…an excellent dance for beginners. The Foxtrot is a smooth dance in which dancers make long, flowing movements across the floor. This dance is unique as the lady generally ‘drags’ her heels on every backward step, even when the rise and fall is high. The rise for the lady is obtained through the legs.
Viennese
The Viennese Waltz is a quick rotating ballroom dance with a subtle rise and fall. It is considered by most to be one of the most difficult dances to learn. The simple and elegant rotational movement characterizes the Viennese Waltz. It consists of turning change steps, natural and reverse turns and of course the famous fleckerl.
Latin
Latin
There are 5 Latin dancers: Rumba, Jive, Cha Cha, Samba and Paso Doble. These differ from the Ballroom dancers as the dancer's are allowed to 'release hold' allowing a variety of arm positions. There are no heel leads allowed, except when dancing Paso Doble and step 1 of the Quarter Jaca as a man in Samba. The Samba and Paso Doble are rotating dances and the Rumba, Cha Cha and Jive are stationery dances.
Cha Cha
The Cha Cha is a lively, flirtatious Latin dance full of passion and energy. The classic “Cuban motion” (hip movements) gives the Cha Cha Cha its unique style. Partners work together to synchronize each movement in perfect alignment. The straightening of the legs and turning out of the feet emphasises the characteristic of this dance.
Rumba
Known for its sensual hip action and sexy flair. The Rumba has gained popularity on dance floors everywhere allowing the dancers to demonstrate exquisite arm movements and staccato movements. The Rumba is considered by many to be the most romantic and sensual of all Latin ballroom dances. It is often referred to as the “Grandfather of the Latin dances.”
Samba
The Samba Possibly the most popular of all Brazilian ballroom dances. The Samba is popular with young people as well as older generations. Some figures are danced with a bounce and / or pelvis actions of the knees and ankles. The Samba can be performed solo or with a partner.
Jive
The Jive originated in the United States from African-Americans. It is a lively form of Swing dance, and a variation of the Jitterbug. The GI’s introduced the Jive in World War Two. It enabled the lady to be spun and lifted to create different lines. Jive is an energetic dance comprising of chasses and rock actions.
Paso Doble
The Paso Doble is one of the liveliest Latin dances, originating in southern France. It is modelled after the sound, drama, and movement of the Spanish bullfight. The gentlemen represent The Matador and the lady The Cape, never the bull. This is the only dance where heel leads are permitted.
Classical Sequence
Freestyle
Wedding Choreography
Classical
Sequence
Sequence dancing is a form of dance in which a pre-set pattern of movements is followed, usually to music which is also predetermined. It is a type of dance in which the couples all perform the same steps and movements simultaneously. Sequence dancing may include dances of many different styles.
Freestyle
Freestyle is a popular form of dance in the United Kingdom today. It involves runs, spins, kicks and leaps, as well as many other diverse steps and movements with lots of arm and hand actions. The music can be fast and rhythmic or slow and sensuous, allowing dancers of all ages to use freedom of expression to enhance their style.
Wedding
Choreography
Wedding Choreography is a thriving section of Dancing Feet School of Dance. These private lessons incorporate the choice of music by the Bride and Groom and/or Bride and Father of the Bride. A routine is choreographed to suit the venue and ability of the happy couple. An experience much appreciated by all.
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