Ballroom/Latin Dancing Styles

So, I think there are a lot of people who don't know the differences between the different styles of dancing in the Latin/Ballroom world.

My husband is a professional dance instructor so he knows/teaches all the styles. However, he competes professionally in American Smooth. I began studying the American styles, but now I study, compete Pro/Am in (and obsess in!!) International Latin!

Below is a listing of all the dances in each style along with a video example(s):

American Smooth (J, my husband's style):

• Waltz
• Tango
• Foxtrot
• Viennese Waltz

American Rhythm:

• Cha Cha
• Rumba
• Mambo
• Bolero
• Swing

International Standard:

• International Waltz
• International Quickstep
• International Tango
• International Foxtrot
• International Viennese Waltz

International Latin: (My LOVE!)

• International Cha Cha
• International Rumba
• Samba
• Paso Doble
• Jive