Styles of Dance

Dancing is a fun way to socialize, exercise, enjoy music, and connect with people of all ages and skill levels. At Traveling Dancers, we are currently focusing on the featured styles below. Pick a style and find a dance floor near you.

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Country swing is a type of partner dance that originated in the Western United States and is characterized by its upbeat and playful style. It is typically performed to country music and is a popular form of social dancing. Country swing typically involves fast-paced, swinging movements in the shape of a start and can be danced in both a two-step and a triple-step pattern.

Two-step dance is a popular social dance style typically performed to country and western music. It’s a smooth, progressive dance that involves taking two steps to each beat of the music. The dance is characterized by its shuffling steps, smooth turns, and syncopated rhythm. It’s usually performed with a partner and can be a fun and interactive way to socialize and enjoy music.

Line dancing is a style of dance in which a group of people dance in unison, or in a line, following a choreographed pattern of steps. The dancers face forward and usually do not dance in pairs like traditional couples dancing. Line dancing is often performed to country and western music, but can also be done to pop, hip-hop, and other genres of music. It is a popular form of group dance and can be done at dance clubs, parties, or social events. The goal is for the dancers to follow the same steps in time with the music, creating a synchronized and visually appealing performance.

West Coast Swing is a smooth, contemporary style of swing dance that originated in the 1930s on the West Coast of the United States. It’s a partner dance characterized by its slotted, linear movements, slow-quick-quick rhythm, and the ability to adapt to various types of music, including blues, R&B, and contemporary pop. The dance consists of a series of 8-count patterns that are connected by variations in the timing, speed, and direction of movement. West Coast Swing is a social dance that emphasizes connection and partnership between the lead and follow dancers. It’s a fun, energetic dance that is enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels.