Music to practice to, dances to explore, and a guide to getting ready for the floor.
Dance music & types#
Explore the five International Standard and five International Latin dances. Each row pairs a Spotify practice playlist with a YouTube demonstration.
Standard#
| Dance | Music | Video |
|---|---|---|
| Slow Waltz | Playlist | Watch |
| Tango | Playlist | Watch |
| Viennese Waltz | Playlist | Watch |
| Slow Foxtrot | Playlist | Watch |
| Quickstep | Playlist | Watch |
Latin#
| Dance | Music | Video |
|---|---|---|
| Samba | Playlist | Watch |
| Cha-Cha | Playlist | Watch |
| Rumba | Playlist | Watch |
| Jive | Playlist | Watch |
| Paso Doble | Playlist | Watch |
For a broader introduction, watch this overview of dance styles, including competitive ballroom.
Dance stores#
Dance clothes & shoes#
Shoes#
Followers’ heel height varies with dance experience and partner height. Practice shoes are unisex.
Clothes#
Followers
Leaders