Pair dances for beginner adults
Couple dancing classes are very popular both among young people and among adults. Joint training helps to always stay in shape, as well as easily find a common language with your significant other.
Type selection
In order for dancing lessons to bring only positive emotions, it is important to correctly determine the choice of a suitable stylistic direction. It is very easy to do this now. The most popular are the following types of dances.
Waltz
This dance is young enough. It appeared a little over 200 years ago. But during this time he has already managed to earn a reputation as the "king of dances". It is the waltz that is most often danced at weddings and proms.
This direction is characterized by swiftness, as well as quickness and ease of movement. They dance it to both classical melodies and modern music.
Basic waltz movements are very easy for beginners to master.
There are several varieties of this dance.
- Waltz Boston... This type of waltz is also called English. He is characterized by restraint, as well as ease of movement. Waltz Boston is good for beginners, because it is danced to a slow rhythm.
- Viennese... This dance looks elegant and luxurious. It is he who is still danced at various competitions, as well as at balls. It differs from other directions in its changeable rhythm, as well as in the presence of left and right turns. They usually perform with the Viennese waltz in smart costumes and luxurious dresses.
- Argentinian... As the name suggests, this dance combines waltz movements with elements from Argentine tango. This waltz is dynamic and rhythmic. It is ideal for bright and emotional couples.
You can learn to dance the waltz in just a couple of weeks.
Tango
This dance gained popularity in the 80s of the XIX century. Initially, this dance direction was treated with prejudice, because the partners performed it, hugging each other closely. But over time, the public accepted this bright and shocking dance. They began to perform it not only in America, but also in Europe.
Argentine tango is also popular nowadays. It is danced with pleasure all over the world. Tango teaches you how to control your body, and also helps to liberate yourself. Girls usually perform it in bright short dresses, and men in discreet suits.
Salsa
This dance originated in Latin America. It is as sensual and effective as tango. They perform it to fast incendiary music.
This dance is suitable for freedom-loving and bright personalities. Salsa should be danced in a relaxed state. In this case, the movements will look beautiful from the side. You can learn this dance pretty quickly. After all, the main task of salsa is to entertain the performer, and not to demonstrate to others his skills.
Swing
This stylistic trend originated in the middle of the last century. Jazz dances began to be performed in America. Swing is characterized by close contact between partners, as well as the presence of acrobatic elements in it. The dance is lively and dynamic.
They perform it with cheerful and energetic music. To make the dance look beautiful from the outside, it is very important to learn to feel the rhythm and also to improvise.
Foxtrot
This dance direction also originated in the USA. Popularity came to him after the end of the First World War. The dance technique is a bit like a waltz. But dance it to faster and more dynamic music.
The modern foxtrot is distinguished by its elegance and ease of movement. Any couple can easily master the simple elements of this dance. To learn how to dance beautifully, it is enough to practice regularly.
Now there are several directions of foxtrot. Each of them has its own characteristics.
- Quickstep... This is the fastest kind of foxtrot. Simple dance moves are combined with jumping.
- Slowfox... As the name suggests, this is a slow version of classical dance. It consists of smooth and graceful movements. Slowfox is the hardest thing to learn. To do this, you need to be enduring and have good coordination.
- People's... Over the years, the foxtrot has developed as a professional dance. It was difficult for ordinary people to master it. Therefore, a simplified version of classical dance emerged. You can learn to dance such a folk foxtrot very quickly. The main thing is to feel the rhythm and enjoy the process.
They perform all types of foxtrot in bright outfits. Music for him is selected incendiary and dynamic.
Features of training
Everyone knows that if you want to learn how to dance well, you have to practice a lot. There are many ways to learn pair dancing.
- Dance school. Choosing a place to study should be taken seriously. First of all, you need to pay attention to the level of professionalism of the teachers working there. In addition, you should always listen to the feedback from people who have already studied there. The location of the school also plays an important role. It should be easy to get to.
- Classes with a personal teacher... If the family budget is not too tight, the couple can spend money on classes with a personal trainer. Usually, adults choose this option when preparing for some kind of solemn event. A personal teacher should also be chosen very carefully. He should be not only a good dancer, but also a pleasant person to talk to.
- Online lessons. It is most convenient to study at home. Finding suitable videos is easy enough. You need to dance in a spacious room. It is desirable that there is also a large mirror.
To learn how to dance beautifully, it is important to train additionally at home. If you devote at least a couple of minutes a day to classes, the result will be noticeable in two weeks.
Useful Tips
There are other tips to help a couple learn to dance beautifully.
- Take your time. Learning to dance takes a lot of time. Therefore, you should not rely on the fact that everything will work out right away. In addition, there is no need to compare your progress with someone else's.
- Before dancing, you should always do a warm-up, and after them - stretching. In this case, it will be easier to perform dance movements. In addition, the muscles after training will not hurt as much.
- Having learned how to dance beautifully, a couple can start attending dance parties. This will help you to better hone your skills, as well as get to know your like-minded people.
- For inspiration, you should often listen to beautiful themed music.... This will help you understand the rhythm of the dance. In addition, it will be much easier to select beautiful tunes for performances.
It is always worth doing pair dancing for your own pleasure. In this case, regular training will not seem like something difficult.
About the TOP 5 simple pair dances and which directions are more popular, see the video below.