Dances We Love to Teach!
The Merengue
Fast and furious, the Merengue is the most basic of all Latin dances. Danced to fast Latin music or Caribbean music, its simple movements, and fast pace make it the perfect party dance to have the most fun with the least amount of space. Its numerous spins and wraps added to the mix keep the dance interesting even though the footwork remains elementary. Merengue has two different styles that stick out most of all; nightclub, and standard. Where nightclub moves around more and has many more wraps involved, the standard is based off of sharper moves and fancier footwork which is more tightly compacted. Although nobody really knows the true origins of Merengue, it is still one of the most fun dances that beginners and advanced students alike can enjoy.
Both American and International style ballroom dances are divided into the
following categories:
Rhythm
Bolero | Cha-Cha | E Coast Swing | W Coast Swing | Hustle | Lindy Hop | Mambo | Merengue | Polka | Rumba | Salsa | Samba | Two Step | Jive | Paso Doble
Smooth
Foxtrot | Tango | Viennese Waltz | Waltz | Quickstep| Argentine Tango