Rumba & Latin Dance Lessons Ottawa

Learn to dance at Arthur Murray Dance Studios in Ottawa. Come and enjoy what hundreds of others in Ottawa are doing already. Within a few short lessons, you will notice a new you at social functions. Get a great workout, relieve stress and have fun!

We invite you to take advantage of a first free lesson. Click Here for your free latin dance lesson today!

Private Rumba Lessons

During your one-on-one private latin dancing classes, you will receive personalized instruction that will help you achieve your goals in dancing. Your instructor will spend the time necessary on technique, styling and general dance improvement. An up-to-date record of everything you have learned will also be kept as part of your instruction.

For over 20 years Arthur Murray Dance Studios Ottawa has been one of Ottawa’s leading dance schools. Award-winning instructors and owners Marilisa Granzotto and Steve Martin are members of the World Professional Dance Teachers Association.

History

The Rumba was at the beginning of the Cuban and Latin American dance crazes. Danced to music inspired by African rhythms and Spanish melodies, the Americanized Rumba was the basis for the Mambo and Cha Cha in the U.S. Rumba rhythms have found their way in to Country Western, Blues, Rock & Roll and other popular forms of music.

Music

The music is usually written in 4/4 time and may be played over a wide variety of tempos. Often in rumba music there may be an underlying pulsation of & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4. The basic step is counted slow, quick, quick (SQQ).

Characteristics

The distinctive hip movement of Rumba, called the Cuban Motion, is one of the most important elements of this dance. Introduced in the Rumba, it is an important styling element in a number of popular Latin American dances.

Teaching Elements

Breaks – Smooth controlled rocks in all directions
Turns – Develop momentum control, weight off heels
Footwork – Smooth staccato interpretation
Control – Concentrate on acute and accurate sense of timing
Arm Styling – Accent complete freedom in all rhythmic expression
Latin Posture – Brace towards partner for better presentation
Compare/Contrast – Waltz, Cha Cha, Mambo

Songs and Artists Include:

And I Love Her – The Beatles
It’s Now or Never – Elvis Presley
Besame Mucho – Xavier Cugat
Neon Moon – Brooks and Dunn
Under The Boardwalk – The Drifters