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Idaho State University

Ballroom Dancing

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These ballroom classes will move at a pace good for learning, including group exercises to become familiar and comfortable with dancing. Partner required; class fee ($50) per person. You will need to bring your own water. Leather soled shoes and loose, breathable clothing is suggested.

Partner required; class fee ($50) per person. You will need to bring your own water as there are no drinking fountains available. Leather-soled shoes are preferred. Loose, breathable clothing is suggested.

Section 1 –Tango
American Tango is a fun, flirty and dramatic dance that can bring a sparkle to your winter evenings! Tango is typically danced with staccato movements to 4/4 music with a strong South American rhythm and occasional pop tunes.  The dance has been featured in a variety of Hollywood movies and TV commercials. Come learn the basics and join in the fun! A brief beginner’s tango routine is viewable at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5RGs8zMP8U


Start Date: 01/14/25

Section 2 – Cha Cha
Cha-cha, also known as Cha-Cha-Cha, is Rhythm Ballroom Dances, suitable for many 4/4 songs “Latin” or Swing rhythms. The Cha-Cha is a “spot dance,” meaning couples typically stay in one area of the dance floor. This course teaches the basics of this fun and lively dance. Classes include both instruction (~1.5 hrs) and time (~0.5 hrs) to practice with instructor support.


Start Date: 02/18/25 


Section 3 – Beginning Waltz
Waltz, sometimes called “Slow Waltz”, is one of the primary Ballroom Dances, and a favorite at weddings and Holiday parties. Waltz is done to ¾ time music, and this course teaches the basics of this fun, elegant and flowing dance.  Classes include both instruction

(~1.5 hrs.) and time (~0.5hrs) to practice with instructor support.


Start Date: 04/08/25 Days Taught: T