The SSQQ
Black and White Ballroom/Swing
Dance

November 10th
9:15 - Midnight  
$7 person

RUMBA - THE LATIN DANCE OF ROMANCE - Jill
Prerequisite: None

The Rumba is a slow, very elegant dance that is quite sensual and provocative. 

The Rumba was a popular dance in middle class Cuba before World War II. It was introduced into America in the 1920's and 1930s.

Rumba is sometimes called the "Latin Waltz" or "a Waltz with a Sizzle". Indeed the patterns to both dances are practically interchangeable while the "Look" of the two dances is completely different.

The Rumba is a "spot dance" because it is danced in one spot on the floor. The character is romantic and sexy due to the style known used cuban hip motion.

Danced to certain popular music (e.g. the Beatles’ classic “And I Love Her”) and to slow beautiful Latin rhythms (Besame Mucho), a modern use for the Rumba is to slow jazz music such as Diana Krall's "The Look of Love" or Celine Dion's "Falling into You". It is an exceptionally graceful, sensual dance that is fairly easy to learn.

AMERICAN TANGO - Jack
Prerequisite:  None

Tango is a timeless symbol for the dark side of romance. The music is haunting and mysterious. 

With songs like "Jalousie" (Jealousy) and "Ecstasie" (Ecstasy), Tango takes it place in legend as the dance of pride, anger, and most of all, passion.

Stylish and very dramatic, Tango combines sleek, hip-locked, gliding steps with abrupt stops into fans, flicks, flares, dips, and lunges. The eerie music, sultry motion, and the haunting sense of dark moods barely under control make Tango a truly fascinating dance!

American Tango is more structured than its Argentine counterpart. Using Basketball for example, American Tango relies more on "set, predetermined plays" while Argentine Tango is more improvisational, make-it-up on the spot. Most insiders consider American Tango vastly easier to learn and use for the occasional dancer. 

PUTTIN' ON THE RITZ:
FOXTROT and WALTZ - Marla
Prerequisite: None

Foxtrot is dance of Inaugural Balls, Wedding Receptions, and Formal Dinners. It is also a great dance to use to Sinatra music played at night clubs.  

Waltz is the wonderful dance of Cinderella, Balls, and Gowns.

Both dances have very similar patterns, so they are a natural pair!   

The Foxtrot works best as a social dance. Used to Big Band Swing music, Foxtrot resembles a leisurely stroll around the floor.  Since it is not generally a fast dance, Foxtrot gives people plenty of chances to chat and enjoy the ride. 

Waltz is considered the most Romantic Dance of all.  It is generally quicker than Foxtrot and requires a lot of concentration. Once you get going, the Waltz is flowing, graceful, and elegant!

 INTERMEDIATE FOXTROT - Rick
Pre-requisite:  This is an Intermediate Swing Crash Course.
You must have FINISHED Beg Swing to take it  

This course covers the Slow-Quick-Quick rhythm of Foxtrot known as Boxfox. The emphasis of the class is to train you to travel around the floor using Clockwise and counter-Clockwise Circle Turns.

You will be very pleased to take this class indeed because your Foxtrot will travel like it never has before.

Please note this is an "Intermediate class, so if you are a beginner Foxtrot dancer, steer clear. Thanks!

DAKOTA'S BALLROOM DIPS AND LUNGES – Dakota
Prerequisite:  Couples Only, Completion of both Beg Ballroom I and II

Dips and Lunges are the spice of Ballroom Dancing.  The intricate patterns and the beautiful turns all play an important part, but it is a Lunge or a sudden Dip that adds breath-taking beauty to each dance.

Please note this is an ADVANCED BALLROOM CLASS.  We will not have time to teach you how to Tango or Foxtrot or Waltz, etc.  You must know these dances in advance to participate.  Thank you. 

MAUREEN'S BEGINNING LINDY HOP – Maureen
Prerequisite:  Adv Swing