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A derivative of Mambo, and by far being more popular, Salsa is the ultimate Latino social dance.

Another of the Swing dances, Western Swing is more lazily seductive than its close cousins, you only have to listen to Black Velvet to understand the dance…

A fast paced, Dominican dance characterised by small steps, lots of hip movement and intricate arm movements.

Originating in the 1910’s and popularised by Harry Fox, a vaudeville star, this progressive smooth dance gained popularity in the 1930’s. The social foxtrot is the origin of all langarm/sokkie dancing in South Africa.

There are several variations of the Waltz, including Viennese waltz, Slow, (Ballroom) waltz (ballroom waltz) and Boere Waltz. It is an elegant dance characterised by rise and fall. It is both a folk dance of Austrian origin and a Standard Ballroom dance.

Tango has many differing styles, the most popular being the Argentine Tango which developed in the 1880’s and the Ballroom Tango which is one of the standard ballroom dances. It is dominated by fast, aggressive movements combined with intense moments between partners.

A combination of Foxtrot and Charleston, the Quickstep developed in the 1920’s. It is light hearted and light footed, flowing freely around the dance floor, with energy and enthusiasm.

Originating from the Rumba, Cha Cha is a fast Cuban dance characterised by cheeky interaction between partners. A Favourite of beginners in Latin dancing.

Brazilian of origin, and popularised by the dancers at the Rio Carnival two styles of samba exist, the ballroom style being more progressive by nature and the Brazilian style being more static. Both styles however are dominated by sultry, sexy moves.

Two main styles of rumba exist, the Cuban (box) Rumba and International (Ballroom) Rumba. It is characterised by intense interaction between partners, owning the label of the love dance. Sultry and sexy it originated with African/Cuban rhythms. It is also referred to as Rhumba.