What angle should your body be at when you do a Corte in American Tango?
For Newcomer American Tango, from the leader's side, should I angle my shoulders and/or hips to one side when leading my partner into a Corte, or should they be facing straight forward? If so, how much of an angle should it be at, and which direction?...
Why are certain ballroom styles not competed at the college level?
Why are styles like West Coast Swing not normally competed at college ballroom dance competitions? Is it based on popularity or is there something about the style that makes it more difficult to compete?...
What are some strategies for beginners to learn new styles from home/without a partner?
What are some tips and/or resources for beginner ballroom dancers to learn new styles/steps remotely during the pandemic? Particularly without having a partner?...
How do dancers know when to switch roles when doing Liquid Leading?
If you are doing liquid leading & switching leader and follower roles mid-dance, does the leader or follower signal to the other that thet are going to switch roles? How do they signal to their partner?...
What are the most useful gym exercises for ballroom dance?
I'm thinking in terms of things like core exercises, flexibility, weights, cardio, etc. Specifically for beginners, what would be the best type of exercise to primarily focus on to improve ballroom technique/ability? Any suggestions for particular exercises? Does it differ for leaders vs. followers?...
Is it normal for intl. rumba to hurt your knees?
When I took a few international rumba lessons, stepping to the side with your toe first made my knees hurt. Is that normal for a beginner or should I see a doctor?...
