- Course code
- EPV-LFD26902
- Venue
- Day
- Thursday
- Start time
- 19:45
- End time
- 20:45
- Start date
- 05/11/2026
- End date
- 03/12/2026
- Fee information
- Standard fee: £51.50, GoCV+ fee: £25.75
- Overview
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This course is aimed at learners with little to no prior experience and is suitable for participants who would like to develop the basic steps of Ballroom & Latin dances. Throughout the course participants will learn new steps that culminate in repeating routines. These routines, and the skills developed each week, should give the learner the tools and confidence to consider dancing in a social setting, such as a tea dance, wedding or formal event.
A variety of styles and rhythms will be explained, with three different dances being taught. Learners receive an introduction to the dances seen on some of the most popular dance-based TV shows.
Ballroom dances include Waltz & Tango.
Latin American dances include the Jive.
You will need a dance partner to enrol on this course. - Course level and content
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BEGINNERS - this Ballroom & Latin course is suitable for those who have no experience or who have attended some Ballroom & Latin classes before and for those wanting to develop basic technique.
• Social rhythm
• Technique including the basic steps and foundation movements from two of the following Ballroom dances: Waltz, Quickstep, Slow Foxtrot, Tango
• Technique including the basic steps and foundation movements from two of the following Latin American dances: Cha-cha-cha, Samba, Rumba, Jive
• Methods of lead and follow
• Performance Skills: Dancers will be encouraged to embody the ‘character’ of each dance.
• A brief understanding of the history and origins of the dance style - What do you need?
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For all Ballroom classes:
• If learners choose to wear ballroom shoes, heel protectors must be worn. Advice can be given by Rob Chapman the tutor if learners wish to purchase shoes.
• Bottle of water
• Sweat towel if required - What can I do next?
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Progression routes include enrolling on another dance courses such as Lyrical Contemporary Dance – For Wellbeing, Line Dancing – Beginners and Ballet courses. There are opportunities to perform and participate in celebration events throughout the year. You can also join our closed Facebook group, CAES Dance, to share skills, information, and dance related learning.
- Enrolment status
- Available for Enrolment
- How to enrol
- Enrol online using the link below
- Enrolment link
- Contact for additional information or help
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aeslifeskills@coventry.gov.uk or 024 7697 5200
