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1. BALLROOM DANCING

2. BALLROOM DANCING Ballroom dancing began in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe when kings and queenns were entertained by dancing performances, but it became popular with the masses in the early 1990s.

3. Originated from the Latin word “BALLARE” which means “TO DANCE” Applies to any one of several dances in which two individuals, a “leader” and a “follower” dance with physical contact. BALLROOM DANCING

4. A form of social dancing whose primary purpose is for recreation and entertainment. People nowadays do ballroom dancing as a form of exercise or personal enjoyment. BALLROOM DANCING

5. Also known as “Partner Dancing” DANCE SPORT (or Competitive Dancing) helped revive interest in ballroom dancing. BALLROOM DANCING

6. 19th century- Ballroom Dancing became an integral part of Physical Education in American public and in private schools. BALLROOM DANCING

7. BALLROOM DANCING A form of social dancing whose primary purpose is for recreation and entertainment. People nowadays do ballroom dancing as a form of exercise or personal enjoyment. BALLROOM DANCING

8. TYPES OF BALLROOM DANCES

9. WALTZ From the German word “WALZEN” which means “to roll” or “to turn”. First popularized in Vienna, Austria.

10. Popularly known as the “WELLER” or “SPINNER”. it is performed fashionably by couples or partners in fast sliding movements. WALTZ

11. It was the first time men and women were seen holding each other “so closely that their faces touched” It is characterized by its graceful movements and gracious turning. WALTZ

12. CHA-CHA- CHA A Latin dance which originated in Cuba. It is a fun, flirtatious and energetic dance with lots of hip movements and fancy foot work.

13. TANGO ‘BAILE CON CORTE” - to dance with many dramatic or artistic poses. First performed as a solo dance by a woman in 19th century.