Rumba Dance Classes
Learning the Rumba is a must for good latin dancing. It will sharpen your sense of rhythm, timing & control.
Learn to Dance Rumba
Rumba 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 Americanised Rumba was the basis for the Mambo and Cha Cha in the United States. Rumba rhythms have found their way into country western, blues, rock & roll and other popular forms of music.
Rumba 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 Latin American dances!
Rumba Music
Rumba 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 in Rumba is counted slow, quick, quick.
Rumba Songs
And I Love Her - The Beatles
It’s Now or Never - Elvis Presley
Bésame Mucho - Xavier Cugat
Neon Moon - Brooks and Dunn
Under The Boardwalk - The Drifters
Social Dancing
Rumba is a well known dance in social circles, and a popular dance at our socials, events and parties. Fun, easy to learn and a great way to hit the social floor for the beginner and experienced dancer alike.
In this video Rhoda and Mat show us a Rumba and Rhythm dance medley…