Ballroom dancing is a partnership dance where couples, using step-patterns, move rhythmically,
expressing the characteristics of music.
Ballroom dancing consists of two styles: the Smooth, or Standard, and the Rhythm, or Latin. The Smooth, Standard
style focuses on the elegance, grace and fluidity of movement. The Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz and
Quickstep are danced in this manner.
The Rhythm, Latin style focuses on a display of vibrant energy and a personal flair. Included in this
style are the Jive, Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba and Paso Doble.
Popular dances, such as the Mambo, Argentine Tango, East Coast Swing, Bolero, Salsa, Merengue, West Coast Swing,
Hustle, Bachata, Night Club 2-Step and County and Western Dancing are more recent additions to the world of
Ballroom dance.