Ballroom

Ballroom

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The Chase

Dance; Ballroom

A Tango figure which usually commences in promenade position.

The Conversation

Dance; Ballroom

An out-of-date term to describe basic Promenade patterns.

Tango

Dance; Ballroom

In the American and International ballroom styles, a dance in 2/4 time, which originated in Argentina and is characterised by catlike walking action and staccato head movements.

Tango Close

Dance; Ballroom

In American Smooth, the ending of most Tango patterns: forward on the left foot, side on the right foot, and left foot closes to right foot without weight. Timing: Quick Quick Slow.

Theatre Arts

Dance; Ballroom

A category of ballroom competition which includes lifts and drops. Also known as Adagio.

Three Step

Dance; Ballroom

One of the characteristic patterns of the Slow Foxtrot, comprised of three forward steps beginning on the left foot taken in-line with the lady. Timing Slow, Quick, Quick.