Turning the Box Step into Ballroom Dancing!
Ballroom dancing is an enjoyable and lively activity for people of all ages! It is a timeless tradition that never goes out of style. At Quick Quick Slow, we provide a variety of classes to meet the needs of all individuals, even the most novice of dancers. Let us simplify it for you!
Learning how to ballroom dance can be extremely rewarding, especially when you realize all the progress you are making. Breaking things down into smaller steps can make a world of difference when you are learning something new. This helps to calm those first-time jitters and allows you to be more enthusiastic about the experience as a whole. Once you master a smaller dance step, your confidence will soar and your dancing skills will improve!
At its core, the most basic, underlying dance step of ballroom dancing is the box step. Many people are familiar with this solely because of its highly visual name. In order to do the box step, just imagine you are creating an outline of a square on the floor with your feet, mimicking the shape of a box. It's as simple as that! The lead dancer (typically male) moves forward while the following dancer (usually the female) moves backward. These visuals may also help you better understand the movements of the box step.
This core step is fundamental in learning many ballroom dances, specifically the Waltz. This is a widely popular dance at weddings as well as several other formal occasions. Once you have mastered the quintessential box step, you can begin learning more of the specific movements of the Waltz and other well-known ballroom dances, such as the Foxtrot. It is simple to build upon your skills once you've learned the basics!
Anyone can learn how to dance with some practice. Of course, it can seem a bit intimidating at first, but that is where we come in! Here at Quick Quick Slow, we know how to ease your self-doubt and raise your self-confidence! Contact us today to schedule your first lesson!