Lesson 4: Ballroom Dances
Ballroom Dances
-According to (Russell 2006) “Ballroom Dancing is when a couple performs any of the
various social dances that follow a pattern of predictable steps and has a relatively short
but interesting history and has evolved from a recreational activity to a worldwide
sporting event”.
Late 18th Century and Early 19th Century- Ballroom dancing was originated in
England
Late 19th and early 20th Century- Ballroom dances have become a trend among
the working class and the upper classes where
they go to government dance halls for
meetings and activities.
Early 1920s- ballroom dancing competitions
started to boom and organization “Ballroom
Branch of the Imperial Society of Teachers of
Dancing was formed on the year 1924.
The objective of this organization was to
standardize and formalize ballroom dancing
techniques, sets of steps and music to which it
was danced to.
Types of Ballroom Dances
1. Waltz
-One of the world's most famous ballroom dances.
-From the german word “WALZEN”, which means “TO
ROLL” or “TO TURN”.
-First popularized in Vienna, Austria
-Popularly known as “WELLER” or “SPINNER”.
-It is danced in CLOSE-HOLD POSITION
-Romantic melodies are in time
2. Cha-Cha
-A latin dance which originated in Cuba.
-It is a fun, flirtatious and energetic dance with lots
of hip movements and fancy footwork.
-It is actually derive from MAMBO
3. TANGO
Waltz
Cha Cha
