Course Overview

Hey wallflowers: You CAN dance—and we can help! Master the rhythms, solo steps, and partnering techniques of 16 classy, funky, twisty, and sexy social dances with friendly lessons from two stars of the dance competition circuit.

Have you ever wished you could dance like the performers you admire? This course offers 25 relaxed, easy-to-follow lessons that cover a wide variety of popular social dances. Whether you’re interested in the elegance of the waltz or the vibrant rhythms of salsa, you’ll learn it all while having a great time.

Video Lectures

01: Beginning Your Dance Journey

Meet your instructors and learn how dance engages cognitive and physical function while exploring the four main genres: Latin, swing, ballroom, and country.

Duration: 8 min

02: Getting Started with Latin & Rhythm Dance

Explore the history of Latin dance, focusing on techniques and movements such as Cuban motion.

Duration: 7 min

03: Rumba

Learn the American version of rumba and its essential movements, embodying party vibes and passion.

Duration: 34 min

04: Mambo

Master mambo basics, including rock steps and partner patterns, in this fast-paced Latin dance.

Duration: 28 min

05: Cha-Cha

Discover the defining triple step of cha-cha and learn its key movements for fun and engagement.

Duration: 34 min

06: Salsa

Dive into LA salsa (“On 1”) and explore techniques for arm styling, spins, and circular motion.

Duration: 19 min

07: Latin & Rhythm Dance-Along

Join your instructors for a lively dance-along featuring the rumba, mambo, cha-cha, and salsa.

Duration: 8 min

08: Getting Started with Swing Dance

Understand the basics of swing dance and its origins from 1920s jazz, including the introductory elements.

Duration: 7 min

09: Single-Time Swing

Learn patterns and steps associated with single-time swing, designed for television audiences in the 1950s.

Duration: 20 min

10: East Coast Swing

Experience the variations of East Coast swing while incorporating triple steps and rotative movements.

Duration: 27 min

11: Lindy Hop

Master the high-energy movements of the Lindy Hop, exploring its tight turns and partner patterns.

Duration: 20 min

12: West Coast Swing

Discover the versatility of West Coast swing and learn the essential elements for smooth dancing.

Duration: 31 min

13: Hustle

Explore the energetic hustle and its roots in both Latin and swing genres, featuring engaging twists.

Duration: 25 min

14: Swing Dance-Along

Enjoy a performance of all five swing dances, emphasizing similarities and differences in technique.

Duration: 6 min

15: Getting Started with Smooth & Ballroom Dance

Learn the history of ballroom dancing and meet key figures who popularized the genre.

Duration: 9 min

16: Waltz

Master the basics of waltz, focusing on elegant movements and techniques for graceful dancing.

Duration: 34 min

17: Foxtrot

Learn the basics of foxtrot, exploring its romantic quality and essential movements.

Duration: 29 min

18: American Tango

Understand the smoldering passion of American tango with its characteristic movements and rhythms.

Duration: 33 min

19: Smooth & Ballroom Dance-Along

Perform the waltz, foxtrot, and American tango in sequence to observe their unique styles.

Duration: 6 min

20: Getting Started with Country Dance

Explore the history and evolution of country dance, delving into the influences that shaped it.

Duration: 8 min

21: Polka

Engage with the energetic movements of polka, mastering its hopping steps and turns.

Duration: 29 min

22: Two-Step

Learn the country two-step, focusing on its energetic and fun patterns, as you develop your skills.

Duration: 24 min

23: Nightclub Two-Step

Discover the smooth gliding movements of the nightclub two-step, perfect for informal and romantic settings.

Duration: 21 min

24: Country Dance-Along

Join your instructors for a performance of all country dances, noting their distinct styles and techniques.

Duration: 7 min

25: Take Your Dancing to the Next Step

Wrap up with techniques to advance your dancing, emphasizing the importance of practice and community engagement.

Duration: 5 min