Ballroom dancing is part of basic education. In a ballroom dance course you can learn the most popular couple dances with us, from classical standard dances to trendy Latin dances.
Sometimes you just hear the music and want to dance? Would you just get lost in the dance? Would you dance not out of obligation, but with a smile on your face to break away from the everyday? Dancing feels good, knowing how to dance feels even better. Dancing is invigorating, fun, relaxing, no matter how old you are. Once you've mastered a few steps, dancing becomes an experience.
The basics of ballroom dancing are not difficult to learn, our professional instructors will help you master the steps, music and style. All you need is a little persistence and you'll be in the mood to learn the more complicated moves. Dancing is a form of education as well as movement. Plus, you'll find a tight-knit community of dance enthusiasts that you can be a part of. We teach ballroom dancing at several of our locations in Budapest, so you're sure to find a location near you that's right for you.
You can find a dance partner near you in several locations, so there are plenty of places for you to find a partner in close proximity to you. Take your first step with us, sign up now for your free first lesson.
Goldance Dance School has been teaching ballroom dancing in Budapest and the surrounding countryside since we started in 2003. In that time, over 10,000 people have attended our classes from beginner to competitive level with satisfaction.
High quality instruction is provided by experienced, professional dance teachers. Good quality dance instruction is not only about the steps, but also about engaging our students in many other positive things. We believe that dance is more than just a form of movement, so we also pay attention to passing on the culture of dance and shaping the community. Every student is part of a big dance family. We share a passion for dance, which is a great bonding force and something we are proud of. Ballroom dance education at our school is not just about coming to class and dancing through it - the Goldance feeling doesn't end afterwards!
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Our ballroom dance classes offer the most popular ballroom dance styles.
In the Middle Ages, couples dancing began to replace group dancing, leading to the development of ballroom dancing. Much of the history of ballroom dancing can be traced back to gatherings where dancing was particularly important as a way for people to meet each other. Many people danced in the hope of getting close to the opposite sex and meeting their life partner. Ballroom dancing is almost part of basic education, including traditional and Latin dances.
Below is a simple explanation of the most popular styles of ballroom dancing:
Viennese waltz: The oldest traditional ballroom dance, it can trace its origins back to the 16th century and became a popular dance at balls. Its later popularity was due in large part to the Strauss dynasty, with its fascinating music, and then to the adoration of the Austrian Emperor. She is also known as the queen of balls.
English Waltz: It is one of the basic styles in dance education. A popular dance, it is a favourite opening dance at balls because of its elegance. The name suggests that it originated in England.
Tango: Originating in Argentina and Uruguay in the late 19th century, it soon became popular in the rest of the world. Today, there are many forms of tango, but all are characterised by a passionate, sensual rhythm and an elegant style.
Slowfox: Similar to the waltz, but danced in 4/4 rather than ¾. Slowfox requires a high level of technical knowledge, a lot of experience and good physical stamina.
Quickstep: It was first danced by Caribbean and African dancers, but it originated as an English dance, born as a combination of slowfox and charleston, but later became completely separate from its predecessors.
Cha-cha: Born in the middle of the 20th century from a combination of the mambo and the rumba. It first conquered North America. It has three varieties: western, Latin and Cuban. It has made a very rapid breakthrough with its rich variety and cheerful figures. Interestingly, it can also be danced to many pop songs.
Samba: The samba is an ancient folk dance of African origin that came to Brazil through the slave trade. The Samba is a dance that originated in Brazil from the Brazilian slave trade. The simple steps of the samba can be learned quickly by beginners.
Rumba: Rumba itself is the collective name for several Cuban couple dances. Its music is characterised by Afro-Cuban rhythms. The first rumba choreography was developed by the English and adopted by the French and Germans. Since 1964 it has been danced in competitions.
Paso doble: Spanish dance, not often seen on dance floors. The paso doble represents a bullfight, where the man assumes the role of matador and the woman the role of red shawl. The man and the woman move together around an imaginary bull, while performing flamenco elements and stylised figures typical of arena fighting.
Jive: a 4/4 time saloon dance originating from African-Americans living in the USA in the 1930s. One of the dances that can be danced to swing music. Many of the basic steps are similar to other styles, the main difference being the sharpened rhythm of the eagle.
Mambo: Originally the name of an Afro-Cuban music, the word was used religiously to mean a sacred act of talking to the gods. In modern mambo there is a combination and overlapping of different rhythms. It was made popular by the film Dirty Dancing.
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Main ticket 17.990 HUF. Valid for one month from the day of change (same day of the following month minus 1 day, not extended by holidays)
Second additional pass +2000 HUF for all our dance styles taught (valid for the same period as your current main season ticket on the day of purchase)
Occasional fee (for 90 minute classes) 3.990 HUF
Budapest, 11th district, Etele út 59 - 61. 2nd floor room 2.
Wednesday 18:30-20:00 (from April 2) Join until April 16!
