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Paso Doble

Dance; Ballroom

A dramatic French-Spanish Flamenco-style march danced in 2/4 time, with man portraying the matador in a bullfight, the lady as his cape. Paso Doble is usually danced to EspaÃ±a Cani, the Spanish ...

Polka

Dance; Ballroom

A fast and lively Bohemian dance of Polish origin, danced to traditional German "oom-pah" music in 2-4 time. The basic movement is characterized by three steps and a hop.

push & pull

Dance; Ballroom

Tension applied to a connection through the manipulation of body weight toward it (push) or away from it (pull)

Quickstep

Dance; Ballroom

An English style ballroom dance which is characterized by fast movement, often including a variety of hops, kicks, skips, lock steps and chassÃ©s.

rise & fall

Dance; Ballroom

The continuous changing of body elevation through the use of the feet, ankles, and legs.

A slow- to medium-tempo Latin American dance in 4/4 time, which is characterized by sensual, provocative movements and gestures, Latin-style hip motion, and playful and flirtatious interplay between ...

Spot Turn

Dance; Ballroom

A turn consisting of three forward walks in one small area, usually completing one full turn over three steps. (Known in American Rhythm as a Walkaround Turn).