Ballroom dancing is physically demanding. This requires strength, a fit body and good posture. As a result, a man who dances will appear more masculine and sexy.

At one time the Waltz was deemed scandalous, but today it is a beloved pastime for couples. At its most evocative, it is a sensual dance of swaying bodies and close contact.

Mambo

When you think of ballroom dance, you might picture stuffy formal parties or highly choreographed competitions. However, the erotic mambo can also be a very romantic and sensual dance. This style of Latin dance is a combination of African, Cuban, and European cultures. It features strong Cuban motion, a distinctive hiccup on the third beat, and a rhythm that is both fast and spicy. It also showcases many swivels and spins. It is a dance that requires good posture and technique.

Mambo first became popular in 1938 when Orestes Lopez composed a charanga (Cuban dance music ensemble) song called “Mambo.” The word “mambo” refers to the fusion of Spanish and African rhythms. Mambo is a variation of the danzon, which is derived from European folk music.

Preez Prado brought mambo to the United States in 1947. It became a dance craze in New York and Miami. It was taught at dance schools, resort hotels and nightclubs. It reached its peak of popularity in the 1950s. It eventually evolved into salsa dancing, but mambo still retains its energy and sensuality.

Quickstep

Quickstep is a light and upbeat dance that skips lightly around the floor. It’s often performed to swing and Charleston music. It’s also a popular choice for ballroom competitions, and it’s always entertaining to watch a couple sway, glide, and skip through the crowd.

Although the tempo of quickstep is brisk, it’s an extremely easy dance to learn. Most beginners start by learning the slow-quick-quick pattern, where slow takes up beats one and two, and quick is danced on beats three and four. The dance then builds in complexity, and advanced patterns can be cued with split beats, like “quick-and-quick-and-quick, quick, slow.”

Many professional dancers find Quickstep a great way to express their personalities. The improvisational nature of this style makes it easy to match the rhythm and feel of the song. However, the best way to learn this genre of dance is through a private lesson with one of our expert instructors. You can book your next lesson online or call our studio today!

Rumba

Rumba is a slow, sensual dance that embodies romance. It is one of the most popular ballroom sex dances and gives partners an opportunity to move sensually and flirt. The dance originated in frenzied African folk dances and came to Cuba and other Caribbean islands with slaves as early as the 1500s.

It is a unique side-to-side hip action characterized by a heavy walking step and elongated body movements. Rumba is often paired with a “frame” position where the leaders’ arms are held at a 90 degree angle to the floor. This creates a tighter frame between the partners and adds to the intimacy of the dance.

The rumba also has a variety of creative and acrobatic moves, including handstands, flips and cartwheels, that allow the male dancer to display strength and agility. The dance has a more sexual overtone than other ballroom sex dances, with the male assuming a dominant role. It is a great dance for couples who want to express intimacy and build their confidence. The rumba can be a bit challenging, but the rewards are worth it.

Samba

Samba is an upbeat sexy dance that uses body contact to convey emotion and meaning. It is typically danced to a fast beat, and requires both partners to work together to interpret the music and create a dynamic and fluid movement.

Samba originated in Brazil in the 19th century, and traces its roots to African slaves who brought their own musical and dancing traditions to Brazil and blended them with the Portuguese colonizers’ music and dances. It was originally a single-person dance, but it later became a couple dance.

The samba’s signature move is the “bounce”, which is created by bending the knees and rebounding up as you shift your weight from one foot to the other. This is a powerful, yet sensual movement that can evoke feelings of mystery and mysticism. The samba is also unique in that it incorporates rapid movements of the hips, arms, and torso. This makes it a challenging dance for beginner couples. However, with practice, they can develop a smooth and elegant dance style. To begin, it’s important to wear comfortable shoes that allow you to easily shift your weight from one foot to the other.

Merengue

Merengue is a type of music and dance that originated in the 19th century and has a Latin American flavor. It is the national dance of the Dominican Republic and it was popularized by the dictator of that nation, Rafael Trujillo. It also has a strong African influence.

This dance is a partnered style and it is performed on a set beat. The steps are slow and centered. The body moves in a circle while keeping the posture upright and the hips moving mainly from the bending and straightening of the knees. The basic step has a limping characteristic that is similar to the Cajun one-step, although it is different from the twisting of the hips of the salsa.

Merengue was a popular dance in New York City and it spread to the Dominican Republic and other parts of Latin America. One of the most famous performers of this dance was Fefita La Grande, who became known as the Queen of Merengue. She is credited for forcing men to perform with women and allowing them to share the spotlight.