Arthur Murray Dance Studio -- Lake Norman

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance — Salsa, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and others. After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they’ve acquired.

Our dance studios based in Huntersville and Charlotte have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios based in Huntersville and Charlotte have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios based in Huntersville and Charlotte have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios based in Huntersville and Charlotte have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios based in Huntersville and Charlotte have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios based in Huntersville and Charlotte have a staff of professional dance instructors.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios based in Huntersville and Charlotte have a staff of professional dance instructors.

Learning to dance for your wedding is a special gift that you and your spouse-to-be can give to each other that last long after the special day. Feeling confident and poised when you dance together will ensure that your very first dance together as wife and husband will be a memory you will cherish forever.

Weekly dance lessons offered at the Country Club.

Jumpin' Swing performances and client participation/instruction provided by Arthur Murray Dance Studio professionals.

Sizzling Salsa performances and client participation/instruction provided by Arthur Murray Dance Studio professionals.

Graceful Waltz performances and client participation/instruction provided by Arthur Murray Dance Studio professionals.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions.

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Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons.

Our dance instructors will help you create the perfect wedding dance for your perfect day. The investment of time and money will be the best one you make for your wedding day. Learning to dance with the one you love is an investment that will last a lifetime! Wedding Dance Lessons.

Be Ready For Your First Dance! Discover DANCE with Arthur Murray. Let's Dance! Introductory Lesson. Fun & Friendly Adult Dance Lessons in Charlotte. At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance.

If you would like to begin a career in the Exciting Dance Industry this is for you. Simply submit an application, we will arrange a Personal Interview and if you are an Arthur Murray Person we will train you free of charge to become an Arthur Murray Professional.

We are also responsible for training hundreds of thousands of Professional Ballroom Dance Teachers and World Champion Competitive Professional Dancers.

The Arthur Murray Dance Studios are responsible for teaching literally millions of people to enjoy the Fun & Excitement of Ballroom Dancing.

Our dance instructors will help you create the perfect wedding dance for your perfect day. The investment of time and money will be the best one you make for your wedding day. Learning to dance with the one you love is an investment that will last a lifetime!

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Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions. Get started with one of our dedicated professionals today, and embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions. Get started with one of our dedicated professionals today, and embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions. Get started with one of our dedicated professionals today, and embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions. Get started with one of our dedicated professionals today, and embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

Learn More > Wedding Dance Lessons. Discover DANCE with Arthur Murray Let's Dance! At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons.

Be Ready For Your First Dance! Introductory Session at Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios.

We hold scheduled dance parties (practice sessions) for all our students. These practice parties are held on a weekly or semi-monthly basis. You will have fun dancing with the instructors and students in a relaxed and comfortable environment. This gives you the opportunity to practice and try out all the new dance skills that you’ve learned in your Private and Group Lessons.

Group Lessons are an important addendum to your private instruction. They give you the opportunity to dance with a variety of partners, develop good dance habits, and meet other students in the studio. In Group Lessons we emphasize technique, style, and variation of patterns.

During your one-on-one private lessons, you will receive personalized instruction that will help you achieve your goals in dancing. Your instructor will spend the time necessary on technique, styling, and general dance improvement. An up-to-date record of everything you have learned will also be kept as part of your instruction.

Your Introductory Program is the first student level. You will be taught the foundation patterns of the most popular dances today. Your instructor will explain how the Medal Standards are taught and will plan a personalized dance program to fulfill your specific needs and desires.

We offer a lot of dancing styles to your children. We do not force the children to participate in a particular dance. We always want them to try something new and exciting, and our array of dance styles allow us to do exactly that. Among the most common dances we teach are the socially exuberant foxtrot, the dramatic tango, the artistic salsa dance, and the Brazilian samba dance.

This is a socially interactive dance program for children between 5-15 years old. Conducted in vibrant dance studios which offer a fun and friendly atmosphere, these dance classes for kids are designed to properly teach your children the main elements of dancing.

A stylized Swing dance popular west of the Mississippi from Kansas to California. Danced to slow to medium Swing or Disco music and characterized by slot movements, taps and shuffles, coaster steps, and push and pull action of the dancers.

The real origin of the Waltz is rather obscure, but a dance of turns and glides, leaping and stomping appeared in various parts of Europe at the end of the 17th and beginning of the 18th Century. In Italy it was the Volta, France had its Volte, Germany the Weller, and Austria had its Landler. These were round dances but at the end of the dance itself there was a short period in which the circle would break up into couples who would whirl madly around and round and finish with a jump in the air. In the Landler the hopping gave way more to a gliding motion and that is why it is considered the forerunner for the Waltz. The Waltz can be traced back as far as 400+ years. The Waltz regained its real popularity in the 20th Century. The Waltz blossomed out as the Hesitation Waltz in 1913. Until the development of the hesitation, couples had waltzed in one direction until dizzy and the reversed until ready to drop. The Waltz had degenerated into an endurance contest. The Hesitation resulted in the Waltz as it is done today. The slow Waltz was once known as the Boston Waltz. Today the slow Waltz is the American Waltz, English Waltz, or the faster Viennese Waltz.

With such wonderful composers as Johann Strauss and others, the Waltz became more and more refined. The steps became smaller with the turns smoother and more compact. Adding the graceful lilt of the flowing skirts, we have today s Viennese Waltz. It is the fastest of the Waltz tempos.

The Two-Step is a simple dance, more ore less a double quick march with a skip in each step done as rapidly as the couple can go forward, backward and turning. Still quite popular in many areas of the country. Two-Step is a Western dance whose popularity has spread all over the United States.

(Continental/English see Tango: International) There are essentially three types of Tango: Argentine, American and International Style. Argentine Tango (Arrabalero): A dance created by the Gauchos in Buenos Aires. It was actually an attempt on their part to imitate the Spanish dance expect that they danced it in a closed ballroom position. The Tango caused a sensation and was soon to be seen the world over in a more subdued version. American Tango: Unlike the Argentine Tango, in which the dancer interprets the music spontaneously without any predetermined, slows or quicks, the American Tango features a structure which is correlated to the musical phrasing. The dance is executed both in closed position and in various types of extravagant dance relationships, which incorporate a particular freedom of expression that is not present in the International Style. International Tango: This is a highly disciplined and distinctively structured form of the Tango which is accepted worldwide as the format for dancesport events. The dancers remain in traditional closed position throughout and express both legato and staccato aspects of the type of music appropriate to this style.

An ever popular blend of several African American dances, which include Lindy and Ragtime Jazz and Blues, was well as all the other dance music to accompanying dances of the past ninety years. Today it generally refers to the ballroom and nightclub version, which is based on two slow and two quick counts or the slow and two quick counts of rhythm dances.

Originated in the late 30’s on the shores of Myrtle Beach, Shag has gained such a following that it is now the official state dance in South Carolina. Carolina Shag became known as ‘Beach Swing’ and was done to ‘Beach Music’ , which was basically old Motown, Blues and Oldies music. The Shag is done primarily in the Southern States such as Florida, the Carolina’s, Virginia and Georgia. The Carolina Shag has a very smooth, connected feel with your partner and the music.

A dance similar to the Polka. It is characterized by the clapping of hands after having taken three hopping steps. It is written in 4/4 time.

The Brazilian dance was first introduced in 1917 but was finally adopted by Brazilian society in 1930 as a ballroom dance. It is sometimes referred to as a Samba, Carioca, a Baion or a Batucado. The difference is mostly in the temp played since the steps in all three dances are very similar. The style is to bounce steadily and smoothly in 2/4 meter. They say that the late Carmen Miranda introduced the Samba to the United States in 1939.

This is a favored name for a type of Latin music, which for the most part, has its roots in Cuban culture and is enhanced by jazz textures. The word, Salsa, means sauce denoting a hot flavor and is best distinguished from other Latin music styles by defining it as the New York sound developed by Puerto Rican musicians in New York. The dance structure is largely associated with mambo type patterns and has a particular feeling that is associated mainly with the Clave and the Montuno.

The Rumba was originally a marriage dance. Many of its movements and actions, which seem to have an erotic meaning, are merely depiction of simple farm tasks. The showing of the mare, the climbing of a rope, the courtship of the rooster and the hen, etc. It was done for amusement on the farms of Cuba. However, it became a popular ballroom dance and was introduced in the United States about 1933. It was the Americanized version of the Cuban Son and Danzon. It is in 4/4 time. The characteristic feature is to take each step without initially placing the weight on that step. Steps are made with a slightly bent knee, which, when straightened, causes the hips to sway from side to side in what has come to be known as Cuban Motion.

A popular form of the Swing or Lindy Hop. Began as dance in the 1950 s who were fans of artists like Bill Haley and The Comets followed by Elvis Presley. It continued into the 1960 s with artists like the Beatles.

The English version of the Fast Fox Trot, which was quick hopping steps set in the smoother gliding figures. It is very popular in Europe as a competition dance. It ranks among the big five , the other four being the Slow Fox Trot, the Waltz, the Tango, and the Viennese Waltz.

This dance was introduced to society in 1844. Every now and then it is revived because of its boisterous charm. It was supposed to have been originally created by a Bohemian girl. The basis step consists of a preparatory hop followed by a chasse done first to the left then to the right. Curiously enough, it reappeared in the 1940 s in the Cha Cha as one of the more popular steps. Still danced quite often throughout the country with particular popularity in the German and Hispanic communities.

A fast Fox Trot during which the dancers may use many quick steps set against the figure called open box. It was popular in the larger ballrooms where dance space was not a problem.

The Spanish March or One Step. It makes an especially good exhibition routine when the man styles his body movements to look like a bullfighter s and leads his partner in and out of the patterns as if she were a cape. It is usually in 2/4 time.

In 1955 Eduardo Davidson, a Cuban Colombian introduced the Marencumbae, a Colombian dance in Cuba. The Original music was called La Pachanga with Marencumbae underneath it. He made up patterns for this dance by watching musicians keeping time on the band stand. It was then introduced into the United States to play for the Cuban Embassy’s annual affair at the Waldorf. He was simultaneously booked at the Palladium. He had with him two terrific boy dancers. These boys came out as part of the show and did Cha Cha’s with swiveling and trucking movements. People had never seen this type of Cha Cha before and asked what it was. Since Fajardo had a Charanga band and spoke no English, his reply was Charanga. After a big conference of dancers in 1956 the Pachanga was introduced, but they found out that the Charanga and the Pachanga were interchangeable. So instead of some calling it Charanga and others Pachanga, they decided that the music would be called Charanga and the dance Pachanga. A Charanga band is the typical Spanish Danzon type band that only played in salons, and theothers that played far out and wild were called ‘orchestra typical.

This is 2/4 time with syncopation of the first beat interpreted by the dancers as slight limp. It became popular in 1957. The Merengue is all about the hips. The hips of the couple move in sync during the entire dance. This seductive hip movement comes from the bending and straightening of the knees, not from twisting. Partners keep their upper bodies erect and walk sideways or circle each other in small, limping steps (called Paso De La Empalizada ). The dancers can do slow and separate turns without letting go of their hands or by letting go of just one hand. It is thought that the Merengue’s limping steps were originally performed to honor an injured war hero. Another possibility is that the dance grew out of the slave communities of the Caribbean, where slaves were chained together and forced to walk with a limp.

The fusion of Swing and Cuban music produced this fascinating rhythm and in turn created a new sensational dance. The Mambo could not have been conceived earlier since up until that time Cuba and American Jazz still were not wedded. The Victor records of Anselmo Sacaras entitled Mambo in 1944 were probably the beginning and since then other Latin American band leaders such as Tito Rodriquez, Pupi Campo, Tito Puente, Perez Pardo, Machito, and Xavier Cugat have achieved styling of their own and furthered the Mambo craze. The Mambo was originally played as any Rumba with a riff ending. It may be described as a riff or a Rumba with emphasis on the fourth beat in 4/4 time. Originally played with some musicians in 2/4 time with a break or emphasis on 2 and 4. Native Cubans or dancers without any training would break on any beat. Find out more about all the dances we teach !

A choreographed series of steps performed by a group of dancers assembled inline, which involves a variety of walking, kicking, swiveling or turning movements done in unison to a many different recordings, each song having its own unique patterns. Line Dancing has become a part of all types of social gatherings sometimes with the help of a DJ s direction. It started in the late 1970 s after Saturday Night Fever disco line dancing became popular. Additionally, it was great for people without partners. Line Dancing is performed by individuals, groups or dance teams and is danced all over the world. Some of the more popular line dances used at parties in recent times are: the Chicken Dance , New York, New York , the Electric Side and the Cotton-eyed Joe . The most recent addition to this list is the Macarena.

Named by Ray Bolger after Colonel Lindbergh s flight across the Atlantic. This Swing had as much getting into the air as possible. However, the violently acrobatic style use for exhibitions is not the same as the quietly rhythmic Lindy enjoyed by good dancers on the ballroom floor. The rhythmic patterns takes place over two measures of music. The more acrobatic version were limited to ballrooms of which the most famous was the New York s Savoy Harlem. At one time the Jitterbug included the Charleston, Black bottom, Shag and the Lindy Hop. It has now been consolidated in Lindy Hop in the Eastern United States and the West Coast Swing on the West Coast.

These are essentially divided into two categories: The authentic, traditional dances that fall lately into the domain of the folkloric dances, many of which vary from region to region, and generally involve a rhythmic character as opposed to a set of choreographic distinctions. The standardized expression of popular Latin dances embraced by cultures other than Hispanic, such as: Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Bolero, Mambo, and Paso Dole. These dances are danced both on a social and competitive level.

This latest dance crazy has its roots from the Northeast Coast of Brazil. The exciting look of this dance on European television took the Continent by storm in the late 80’s. Introduced to the U.S. by Arthur Murray personnel, its lighthearted Brazilian/Caribbean beat combines the flavor of the Samba with the sultry passion of the Rumba.

International competitive Swing dance with elements of the Lindy Hop and Jitterbug. Characterized by up tempo single time music danced with triple steps done primarily on the toes with very lively movement.

A toned down version of a Lindy Hop, which is faster and happier than the American Rock n Roll Swing.

A number of similar style disco dances which had its beginning in the mid 1970 s and enjoys some continuing popularity as a swing style today. The record Do The Hustle by Van McCoy, was followed by the move Saturday Night Fever . This movie portrayal of partner dancing by John Travolta to the popular beat of top selling music from the Bee Gees and the introduction to America of the Discotheque setting, popular for some years in Europe, took America by storm. Flashing lights, mirrors everywhere, loud throbbing beat and high fashion were in. Large numbers of popular Discos sprang up in every city and everyone was waiting in line to dance.

Created in 1912 by Harry Fox, the Fox Trot was the first dance that permitted people to hold each other closer than arm’s length. If you think the term ‘dirty dancing’ was a product of the 80s, think again. The Fox Trot was at first to be tagged ‘indecent behavior’. Today it’s still the most popular of all social dances. Some people refer to the Fox Trot as the ‘Slow Dance’ or the ‘Two-Step’, or a ‘Conversational Dance’ because of it’s closeness and conversation ability at the same time. The Fox Trot is good for developing ‘smoothness’ and ‘ease of movement’.

A Country Western dance enjoyed throughout the United States and elsewhere for its enthusiastic music and energetic movements. Characteristic movements include kicks, stomps, shuffles, and turns in place or traveling around the room. The man and the lady generally are in shadow position, and they use the same foot on the same beat of music throughout their patterns.

Originated in the early 1920 s in illegal drinking places during the time of prohibition. The combination of a particular type of Jazz music and the highly polished, slippery floors of the Speakeasies gave rise to an in and out flicking of the feet which essentially characterized the dance. It was theatricized and embellished with typical Vaudeville moves in a Ziegfield Follies production in 1921. It has since been feature in many films and theater productions, its most blatant revival being its utilization within the Broadway musical The Boy Friend.

From the less inhibited nightclubs and dance halls the Mambo underwent subtle changes. It was first known as triple Mambo, and then peculiar scraping and shuffling sounds during the tripling produced the imitative sound of Cha, Cha, Cha. This then became a dance in itself. Mambo or triple Mambo, or Cha Cha, as it is now called, is but an advanced state in interpretive social dancing born of the fusion or progressive American and Latin music.

Originally a Spanish dance 3/4 time, it was changed in Cuba initially in 2/4 time then eventually in 4/4. It is now present as a very slow type of Rumba rhythm. The music is frequently arranged with Spanish vocals and subtle percussion effect, usually implemented with Conga or Bongos.

A form of Swing popularized during the 1950’s in California. The basic steps of the Balboa take up a small amount of space. It is danced mostly in the close embrace and is led with a full body connection. Dancers execute fast and elaborate footwork while keeping their torsos close together. Communication between the lead and follow is accomplished through weight shifts, which most viewers cannot even see. For this reason, the Balboa is often considered more of a dancers’ dance than a spectators’ dance. Balboa is a restrained or introverted dance, with most of the movement occurring below the knees. This is an eight-count dance. It involves chaining two-step movements together into groups of eight-count patterns, while shuffling your feet on the dance floor. It appeals to many dancers because of its variations on turns, kicks, and twirls that allow the lead to show off his partner’s legs—an effect that is particularly dramatic when the follow is wearing a skirt and high heels. You can dance the Balboa to a wide variety of tempos: fast music (over 300 beats per minute) or slow music (under 100 beats per minute). Dancing to slower music allows the dancers more time for the intricate footwork and variations that make this dance so popular.

The real origin of the Waltz is rather obscure but, the Waltz can be traced back as far as 400+ years. The Waltz regained its real popularity in the 20th Century when the Waltz blossomed out as the Hesitation Waltz in 1913. Until the development of the hesitation, couples had waltzed in one direction until dizzy and then reversed the spin until ready to drop. The Waltz had degenerated into an endurance contest. The addition of the Hesitation resulted in the Waltz as it is done today. The slow Waltz was once known as the Boston Waltz. Today the slow Waltz is the go to dance for weddings, anniversaries and other formal occasions.

Originally a Spanish dance, Bolero is a very slow type of Rumba rhythm. Its Style blends movements from Tango, Rumba and Waltz to make it one of the most sexy and unique of the popular social dances today.

There are essentially three types of Tango: Argentine, American and International Style. Argentine Tango (Arrabalero): A dance created by the Gauchos in Buenos Aires. American Tango: The American Tango features a structure which is correlated to the musical phrasing. International Tango: This is a highly disciplined and distinctively structured form for dance sport events. The Tango is known as the “Dancer’s Dance” for its dramatic feel and sharp styling.

Swing is an ever popular blend of several dance styles, which include; Lindy, Ragtime, Jazz and Blues. Today it generally refers to the ballroom and nightclub version which can be danced to Rock and Roll, Country, 80’s, Pop and Social music. The swing is full of spins, turns and kicks that make it still the most popular fast dance being danced today.

The word “Salsa” means sauce – denoting a hot, spicy flavor. This definition describes the dance Salsa perfectly. Salsa’s fast music blended with the dancer’s wraps, spins and quick footwork make this a “Must Have” for any Latin Social Dance floor. Salsa has many different styles; Salsa on 1, Salsa on 2 and Salsa on 3.

The Rumba was originally done for amusement on the farms of Cuba. However, it became a popular ballroom dance and was introduced in the United States about 1933. In Rumba, steps are made with a slightly bent knee, which, when straightened, causes the hips to sway from side to side in what has come to be known as Cuban Motion. Rumba is one of the most romantic and popular of the social dances.

Originated in the late 50’s on the shores of Myrtle Beach, Shag has gained such a following that it is now the official state dance in South Carolina. Carolina Shag became known as ‘Beach Swing’ and was done to ‘Beach Music’ , which was basically old Motown, Blues and Oldies music. The Shag is done primarily in the Southern States such as Florida, the Carolina’s, Virginia and Georgia. The Carolina Shag has a very smooth, connected feel with your partner and the music.

The Merengue became popular in 1957. The Merengue is all about the hips. The hips of the couple move in sync during the entire dance. This seductive hip movement comes from the bending and straightening of the knees, not from twisting. The dancers can do slow and separate turns without letting go of their hands or by letting go of just one hand. It is thought that the Merengue’s limping steps were originally performed to honor an injured war hero. The Merengue is a “Must Have” for any Latin dance venue.

The record ‘Do The Hustle’ by Van McCoy, was followed by the movie Saturday Night Fever. This movie portrayal of partner dancing by John Travolta to the popular beat of top selling music from the Bee Gees and the introduction to America of the Discotheque setting, took America by storm. Flashing lights, mirrors everywhere, loud throbbing beat and high fashion were in. Today’s hustle has morphed into more of a swing style called club swing which can be seen on most dance floors when the music gets fast.

Created in 1912 by Harry Fox, the Fox Trot was the first dance that permitted people to hold each other closer than arm’s length. If you think the term ‘dirty dancing’ was a product of the 80s, think again. The Fox Trot was at first to be tagged ‘indecent behavior’. Today it’s still the most popular of all social dances. Some people refer to the Fox Trot as the ‘Slow Dance’ or the ‘Two-Step’, or a ‘Conversational Dance’ because of its closeness and conversation ability at the same time. The Fox Trot is good for developing ‘smoothness’ and ‘ease of movement’.

With such wonderful composers as Johann Strauss and others, the Waltz became more and more refined. The steps became smaller with the turns smoother and more compact. Adding the graceful lilt of the flowing skirts, we have today’s Viennese Waltz. It is the fastest of the Waltz tempos.

Cha Cha was created from when nightclubs and dance halls slowed the tempo of Mambo music. First known as triple Mambo, Cha Cha then became the popular dance we know today. Cha Cha’s fast footwork and festive personality is why Cha Cha is still one of the most popular social dances being danced today.

Ballroom dance is a rigorous activity that uses the larger muscle groups, and is usually done over the course of an hour, or an entire evening. It’s most frequently compared to ice dancing, and no one would question the athletic ability of an ice skater. Since we work without gliding across ice, it’s possible that a competitive ballroom dancer might even be in better shape than a figure skater. Many people turn to ballroom dance when more traditional exercise programs fall by the wayside, either because of injuries or sheer boredom. Ballroom dance is a low impact activity. This makes it accessible to people of at any age or fitness level. With less emphasis on ‘going for the burn’ and more on having fun; the weight loss, improved circulation and aerobic conditioning emerges as a wonderful side effect.

Latin, ballroom, country, or swing—we can bring some festive pep to your party step. Give us a call at the Charlottearthurmurray Studio to discuss rates and availability!

take ballroom dance lessons before the big day, but the same instructors who coached you through your first dance preparations can dance with and teach your guests as well.

Arthur Murray was the first to realize the growing popularity of the Latin dances in America during the 1950’s. Many conventions were held in Cuba during that time to give Arthur Murray dance trainers first-hand knowledge of the hot new Latin styles and moves that were in vogue and becoming popular.

During the Thirties, the studios introduced such dances to the public as the "Lambeth Walk" and "The Big Apple."

During the Thirties, the studios introduced such dances to the public as the "Lambeth Walk" and "The Big Apple."

Casey began her career at Arthur Murray to be able to share her passion about sharing the joy and connection that ballroom dance can offer, Casey is excited to help students find their own rhythm and style—whether they’re preparing for a special event or simply looking to move and have fun.

Casey discovered a love for dance at a young age but truly embraced it while studying in college, where she developed a strong foundation in Latin styles such as salsa, and bachata.

As he grew older, he sampled ballroom dancing and ballet while attending college and fell in love with them.

Ever since he was a child, he was always captivated by dance, and studied break dancing and other forms as a means of self-expression and relaxation.

He learned formal Ballroom, Latin, Club, and Country Western dance styles and how to share that love of dance with others. As a certified Arthur Murray instructor, he realized just how dancing changed his students lives for the better.

Jennifer loves all types of dancing from Ballet, Tap and Jazz (which she danced for 15 years) to Country & Western (in which she competed with her father) to Social and Ballroom. Teaching people to be comfortable, self-confidant, and to participate in social settings is what drew and keeps Jennifer involved in the studio.

Jennifer loves all types of dancing from Ballet, Tap and Jazz (which she danced for 15 years) to Country & Western (in which she competed with her father) to Social and Ballroom. Teaching people to be comfortable, self-confidant, and to participate in social settings is what drew and keeps Jennifer involved in the studio.

Jennifer loves all types of dancing from Ballet, Tap and Jazz (which she danced for 15 years) to Country & Western (in which she competed with her father) to Social and Ballroom. Teaching people to be comfortable, self-confidant, and to participate in social settings is what drew and keeps Jennifer involved in the studio.

Jennifer loves all types of dancing from Ballet, Tap and Jazz (which she danced for 15 years) to Country & Western (in which she competed with her father) to Social and Ballroom. Teaching people to be comfortable, self-confidant, and to participate in social settings is what drew and keeps Jennifer involved in the studio.

Jennifer loves all types of dancing from Ballet, Tap and Jazz (which she danced for 15 years) to Country & Western (in which she competed with her father) to Social and Ballroom. Teaching people to be comfortable, self-confidant, and to participate in social settings is what drew and keeps Jennifer involved in the studio.

Jennifer loves all types of dancing from Ballet, Tap and Jazz (which she danced for 15 years) to Country & Western (in which she competed with her father) to Social and Ballroom. Teaching people to be comfortable, self-confidant, and to participate in social settings is what drew and keeps Jennifer involved in the studio.

Ballroom dancing coordinates all the muscles that make us graceful and dignified — with these qualities comes an aura of self-confidence that will shine through in your dancing as well as in your daily life. As you learn to dance you will enjoy the full share of pleasure and satisfaction which dancing offers. Moreover, others will find the same satisfaction in dancing with you.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Fun & Friendly Adult Dance Lessons in Charlotte. At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons.

Our dance instructors will help you create the perfect wedding dance for your perfect day. The investment of time and money will be the best one you make for your wedding day. Learning to dance with the one you love is an investment that will last a lifetime!

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Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

Arthur Murray Dance Studios are a great place to learn to dance whether it be ballroom dance lessons or Latin dance lessons. Our dance studios serving Pineville and Lake Norman have a staff of professional dance instructors ready to teach you to salsa dance, waltz, rumba, hustle, tango wedding dance classes or get you dancing into better shape for a better you.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons. Whether you want to learn to dance as a single or a couple; no matter the reason, be it for business, a social gathering, cruise, wedding, anniversary, reunion, you promised your sweetheart, or just because let the professionals at Arthur Murray teach you the latest in dancing.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons. Whether you want to learn to dance as a single or a couple; no matter the reason, be it for business, a social gathering, cruise, wedding, anniversary, reunion, you promised your sweetheart, or just because let the professionals at Arthur Murray teach you the latest in dancing.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons. Whether you want to learn to dance as a single or a couple; no matter the reason, be it for business, a social gathering, cruise, wedding, anniversary, reunion, you promised your sweetheart, or just because let the professionals at Arthur Murray teach you the latest in dancing.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons. Whether you want to learn to dance as a single or a couple; no matter the reason, be it for business, a social gathering, cruise, wedding, anniversary, reunion, you promised your sweetheart, or just because let the professionals at Arthur Murray teach you the latest in dancing.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons. Whether you want to learn to dance as a single or a couple; no matter the reason, be it for business, a social gathering, cruise, wedding, anniversary, reunion, you promised your sweetheart, or just because let the professionals at Arthur Murray teach you the latest in dancing.

At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons. Whether you want to learn to dance as a single or a couple; no matter the reason, be it for business, a social gathering, cruise, wedding, anniversary, reunion, you promised your sweetheart, or just because let the professionals at Arthur Murray teach you the latest in dancing.

Learn More > Wedding Dance Lessons Discover DANCE with Arthur Murray Let's Dance! Our dance instructors will help you create the perfect wedding dance for your perfect day. The investment of time and money will be the best one you make for your wedding day. Learning to dance with the one you love is an investment that will last a lifetime!

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Viennese Waltz Dance Lessons. Salsa Bachata Dance Lessons. Samba Dance Lessons. Bolero. Quickstep. Merengne. Tango. Waltz. Foxtrot. Hustle. Swing. Sign Up for Dance Lessons >

Fun & Friendly Adult Dance Lessons in Charlotte. At the Arthur Murray Charlotte and Lake Norman Studios, we provide adult dance lessons Charlotte NC from Beginner to Advance, Wedding Dance Lessons, Ballroom Dance Lessons, Latin, Beach, Night Club, Western and Couple Ballroom Lessons. Whether you want to learn to dance as a single or a couple; no matter the reason, be it for business, a social gathering, cruise, wedding, anniversary, reunion, you promised your sweetheart, or just because let the professionals at Arthur Murray teach you the latest in dancing. You’ll enjoy Personal One on One Private Dance Instruction, adult dance lessons, Couples Dance Lessons, Small Group Lessons and Fun Practice Dance Sessions.

Wedding Dance Lessons. Our dance instructors will help you create the perfect wedding dance for your perfect day. The investment of time and money will be the best one you make for your wedding day. Learning to dance with the one you love is an investment that will last a lifetime!

Be Ready For Your First Dance! Introductory Lesson. Learn More > Discover DANCE with Arthur Murray Let's Dance!

This gift certificate will teach you the Most Popular Moves and Turns Danced Today. Become more Confident and Polished on Any Dance Floor. This is the perfect way to learn how to dance Ballroom, Social, Latin, Country or Night Club Style Dancing. As the Leaders in “Teaching the World To Dance for Over 100 Years” We have Developed the system of learning to dance that is Fast, Fun and Easy. All of our Instructors are certified to teach any level of Dancer. However, we specialize in getting “Non-Dancers” to DANCE. Remember, “Your Feet Couldn’t Be In Better Hands Than At Arthur Murray’s”

This gift certificate is a great introduction to Social Dancing. As the Leaders in “Teaching the World To Dance for Over 100 Years” We have developed the system of learning to dance that is Fast, Fun and Easy. All of our Instructors are certified to teach any level of Ballroom, Social, Latin, Country and Night Club Style. However, we specialize in getting “Non-Dancers” to DANCE. Remember, “Your Feet Couldn’t Be In Better Hands Than At Arthur Murray’s”

After your Introductory Program, the dance levels (degrees) progress from Associate and Full Medalist programs in Bronze, Silver, and Gold Standards. These courses are designed for people like yourself who desire a fundamental foundation or more advanced training in the social, as well as competitive (dance sport) styles.