Quick Steps Offers Ballroom Dance Classes for Adults

February 9, 2012 - Adelaide, SA, Australia - one of the leading dance schools in the state - Quick Steps - offers a wide range of private dance classes for adults.

For those who think that they are too old to learn ballroom dancing, they can rethink, for Quick Steps is offering a range of dance lessons for the young and the young at hearts.

“Do you want some fun or maybe you are attending a wedding, a birthday or a special event? Do you want to say ‘yes’ next time someone asks you to dance?  Or maybe you and your partner are looking for an exciting new hobby to take up together?” said Quick Steps.  

“Whatever the reason, learning to dance with Quick Steps is exactly what you are looking for. After many years of experience we have developed special teaching techniques that make learning to dance simple and fun. Why not come and see for yourself?”

Some of the dances that Quick Steps offers:

Foxtrot

Dating back to the early 1900s, Foxtrot is a dance that has stood the test of time for a good reason. Foxtrot can be danced to big band, pop and some more alternative music making it as one of the most commonly used and versatile styles of dancing. The foxtrot will get partners to elegantly sweep and glide across the floor and is the perfect dance for any formal occasion such as weddings, dinner dances and work functions.

Cha Cha

The cha cha is a cheeky, flirty crowd pleaser that can be danced to fast-paced pop music as well as traditional Latin tunes. Not only is this dance godly fun but its fast pace also means it is a great aerobic workout as well, making the cha cha an extremely enjoyable way to keep fit.

Mambo

A close relative of the popular salsa, the mambo can also be traced back to Cuba. Unlike any other dance, the Mambo starts on the ‘2’ count, with the ‘1’ count being a pause or a hold. This unique timing gives the mambo a clicky or snappy Latin look.

To know more about these dances and other ballroom dance classes offered by Quick Steps, call them at 08 8121 3399 or visit them at http://www.quicksteps.com.au/

 

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Learning Rumba: The Dance of Love, Romance and Intense Passion

Rumba is one of the most celebrated and the sexiest ballroom dances in the world. It is a slow and sensuous dance with a lot of flirtations between partners at every move. Many of the basic dance figure of Rumba has a “tease and run” theme because the lady first flirts then rejects the man with an apparent sexual aggression. Rumba emphasises on a woman’s rhythmic body movements and flirtatious hip movements which result into steamy tease and run scenes of intense passion.



History



Rumba is regarded as the “grandfather of Latin dance” of which was actually a generic term for Latin America music or dancing. The “Cuban Rumba” that became the famously recognised version of the dance was introduced by Pierre and his dance partner Lavelle in 1955. Today, Rumba is considered as the spirit and soul of Latin music and dance.



Rumba in Action ( The Routines)



The most essential step in Rumba is the Cuban Motion or the distinctive hip movements. These characterised movements and sways are the result of the bending and straightening of the knees. The intensity and edge of the Rumba dance steps are further increased by a sharp eye contact maintained between the dance partners. In addition, the stillness of the upper body adds drama to the whole dance which is emphasised and carried by strong, sensuous leg and foot movements.



Music and Rhythm



Rumba music has a 4/4 time. Each measurement has 4 beats and it takes 8 beats to make one basic full step. The tempo is usually 104 to 108 beats per minute. In Rumba, steps are taken on beats 2, 3 and 4 which is accompanied by knee straightening, weight transfers and turning while beat 1 is actually a hip movement. The step timing is usually quick, quick slow; quick, quick, slow.



Meanwhile, a Rumba rhythm today is not only influenced by African or Latin style of music, Country Western, Rock, Blues and other popular types of music have also found their way to the Rumba dance floor.



Private Dance Lessons For Both Young and Adults



Because Rumba is a very popular dance, there are many dance schools that offer rumba dance classes. In fact, one of the most popular dance studios in Australia today is highly regarded by teaching dance techniques in both simple and fun ways, Quick Steps has also included Rumba in their list of dance courses.



So if you are ready to know more about Rumba, hit the dance floor and dance like you have always wanted with Quick Steps. Call 08 8121 3399 or visit http://www.quicksteps.com.au/