Dance Styles

These are just a few examples of the many styles that you could learn at one of our studios. Have something in mind that isn't on this list? No problem, our talented instructors can teach hundreds of styles, but this section may help get you started.

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There are four different styles of dance that are divided into two categories. In the category of American Style Dance we have Rhythm and Smooth. In the category of International we have Latin and Standard. Latin is the international version of Rhythm and Standard is the International version of Smooth. Regardless of what you’d like to learn, we can teach you any ballroom dance. Indianapolis Five Star Dance Studios are the place to learn.

The main Rhythm dances are:
Salsa	Mambo	Rumba
ChaCha	East Coast Swing	West Coast Swing
Hustle	Bolero	Merenge

The main Smooth dances are:
Waltz	Tango	Foxtrot
Viennese Waltz

The main Latin dances are:
Samba	Cha Cha Cha	Paso Doble
Jive	Rumba	Bolero
Merengue

The main Standard dances are:
Waltz	Viennese Waltz	Foxtrot
Tango	Argentine Tango	Quickstep

If you are interested in any of these for ballroom dance lessons, Indianapolis Five Star is the studio for you. We offer the best in Indianapolis ballroom dance and you will have the time of your life learning.

Tour what the world has to offer in ballroom dance! Indianapolis Five Star Dance Studio instructors are trained in any of the aforementioned dances to teach you a variety of dances so you’ll be able to dance to any song you hear. It doesn’t matter if you listen to classical, rock, country, punk, alternative, show tunes or pop. You’ll be able to dance to any of them with ballroom dance lessons. Indianapolis Five Star Dance Studios will take you there. We’re second to none in Indianapolis ballroom dance. Let us know what music you listen to and what you’d like to dance to. We’ll teach you how to dance to it.

We believe that if you want to dance, you should be able to dance to any song you listen to. Ask us about any of the styles or dances above. We can’t wait to introduce you to them!

Swing Dancing Indianapolis

Nothing spells ballroom quite like swing. This unique dance craze swept the country in the 1930s and it’s now enjoyed all around the world. Uniquely American, swing was born with the birth of “swing music”. This dynamic dance is composed of a side step, shuffle, and a rock step literally anyone can learn. You can be a lively young girl or a mature man in your sixties and we can teach you to swing with the beat.

Swing dancing in Indianapolis is as alive and kicking as all other American ballroom dances like the Foxtrot. With its easy 4/4 or 2/4 tempo, dancers of all ages can enjoy the beat and move with the music. Prepare a swing number on your big day, impress your friends on the dance floor, or use this as a new form of exercise. Learn from the pros, swing with the experts, or meet other beginners right in our dance studios.

Few routines are as fun to learn, dance to, and experience with a partner than swing. Move, laugh, and smile with your significant other during a private tutorial. You can also attend group classes and meet new friends. We can also set up private group instructions with one of our renowned dance experts. Whatever ballroom dance you require, we have them right here.

Learn this All-American dance with the help of Five Star Dance Studios. We have famously large studios able to accommodate from large groups to private tutorials. Whether you’re a dance enthusiast or a casual fan of ballroom, swing is a must-know technique everyone must learn.

We have studios in convenient locations all around Indianapolis. Swing dancing has never been this fun, dynamic, and easy to learn if you sign up with us.If there’s one ballroom dance you can do anywhere, anytime, and to the beat of any music, it’s swing. Call us for reservations and get swinging!

Waltz

History

Considered the mother of present day dances, the Waltz began in southern Germany in the seventeenth century. The popularity of the Waltz grew with the music of Johann Strauss and eventually blossomed in the 20th century. It is the basis for many dances and is popular today all over the world.

TangoTango Dance Lessons in Indianapolis

Few dances invoke passion and romance like the Tango. In the man, the Tango inspires sheer masculinity that is almost primal. The Tango is the age old story of a man desperately in love pursuing a woman playing coy and hard to get. Few dances make a woman feel as longed after as the Tango. There is a fire in Tango that is unparalleled.

The Tango became popular in the brothels of Brazil and was originally danced in a circle around a table. It has since evolved to dance around a ballroom floor. The origin of the word Tango likely came from the Brazilian population of African descent who combined the Spanish word for “drum” with the name of their drum god.

If you’re looking for Indianapolis dance, Tango is a great dance to learn. Five Star offers top notch instructions, so you know you’ll be getting great dance lessons in Indianapolis with Five Star Dance Studios.

Come in with your friend or significant other for Tango dance lessons. Indianapolis Five Star teachers can also be your partner if you come alone. Let us teach you one of the most beautiful ballroom dances. Tango is very popular amongst the Indianapolis dance community and our Tango lessons are sure to prove to be the best Tango dance lessons in Indianapolis. If you’re looking to sweep your lady off her feet or if your hoping to be swept off your feet, call us today for your Indianapolis dance lessons with Five Star.

The Tango is one of the most popular and well known dances in pop culture. Tango is one of the most filmed dances on the big screen and if you want to look like Patrick Swayze, Richard Geer, or Jennifer Lopez, then check us our for your Indianapolis dance lessons. If you want the best in Indianapolis dance and the best in Tango, Five Star Dance Studio is the place for you.

Salsa Dancing Indianapolis

One fun dance to learn is the Salsa. Rich in history and having numerous influences across cultures, it’s one of the more popular types of dance in our studios. This exciting dance is a mix of other dances like the Son Montuno, Son, Rumba, Plena, Merengue, Mambo, Guracha, Guguanco, Guajira, Festejo, Danzon, Cumbia, Cubop, Charanga, Cha cha cha, Bomba, and more—it’s like learning multiple dances all in one routine!

Originally from Cuba, learning salsa dancing in Indianapolis is easy with our help. Our studios are complete with top instructors ready to teach you this dance the right way. For anyone looking for an easy, and fast-paced dance type to learn, look no further than salsa. Considered a need-to-know dance type in the ballroom community, be one with the pros and take lessons to learn this fun and exciting routine.

Our doors are open for anyone wanting to learn the art of salsa dancing. Our studios are located in prime and accessible areas. Whether you’re downtown, in Greenwood, Broad Ripple, or anywhere else, you can find a Five Star Dance Studio to schedule your lessons with.

Whether you’re hoping to discover a new talent, wanting a fun way to exercise, or just an activity to get your heart pumping, try salsa dancing and learn it from us! If salsa’s not your cup of tea, we have other ballroom dances you can sign up for. Indiana is the best place for dancers in the Midwest and we’re the best school for ballroom dancing.

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