BALLROOM DANCING
BALLROOM DANCING
• Originated from the Latin word “BALLARE” which means “TO DANCE “
• Applies to any one of several dances in which two individuals, a “leader” and a “follower”, dance with
physical contact.
• A form of social dancing whose primary purpose is for recreation and entertainment.
• Also known as “Partner Dance “
• 19th century – Ballroom Dancing became an integral part of Physical Education in American public and
in private schools.
TYPES OF BALLROOM DANCES
WALTZ
• From the German word “WALZEN”, which means “to roll” or “to turn “
• First popularized in Vienna, Austria
• Popularly known as the “WELLER” or “SPINNER”.
• It is performed fashionably by couples or partners in fast sliding or gliding movements.
• It is danced in CLOSED-HOLD POSITION
• Romantic melodies are in.
• It is characterized by its graceful movements and gracious turning.
CHA-CHA-CHA
• A Latin dance which originated in Cuba.
• It is a fun, flirtatious and energetic dance with lots of hip movements and fancy foot work.
• It is actually derived from Mambo.
• “Slow-slow-quick-quick-slow”/” 2-3-4 and 1″
TANGO
