SOCIAL AND

BALLROOM
DANCE
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What is Social and Ballroom Dance?
◦ It includes all forms of dancing done primarily for recreation or pleasure. The
Folk and peasant dances are the earliest social dances. Ballroom dances was
originally applied to the dances commonly done in a ballroom.
◦ The tradition was historically distinguished from fold or country dance by its
association with the elite social classes and invitational dance events as well as
public dance events, professional dance exhibitions and formal competitions.
Examples of Social and Ballroom Dances
◦ Cha cha (Latin) ◦ Swing (Rhythm)
◦ Samba (Latin) ◦ Bolero (Rhythm)
◦ Rumba (Latin)
◦ Mambo (Rhythm)
◦ Paso Doble (Latin)
◦ Tango (Rhythm)
◦ Jive (Latin)
◦ Cha cha (Rhythm)
◦ Waltz (Ballroom)
◦ Waltz (Smooth)
◦ Tango (Ballroom)
◦ Viennese Waltz (Ballroom) ◦ Tango (Smooth)

◦ Foxtrot (Ballroom) ◦ Viennese Waltz (Smooth)

◦ Quickstep (Ballroom) ◦ Foxtrot (Smooth)
Why is Social and Ballroom Dance
Important?
◦ It helps develop self-confidence and self-discipline
improving harmony between our mind and body,
giving us a sense of well-being. “Movement and
dance are extremely expressive, which can allow
you to escape and let loose,” Tylicki said.