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SAMBA DANCE CLASSES

Sometimes called the South American Waltz, the Samba pulsates to a unique Latin rhythm. When you learn to dance Samba as a student at Arthur Murray in VA Beach, you'll find it to be an energetic and elaborate dance style. Samba classes and lessons at our studio are full of excitement, as this dance is elaborate, full of hip movements, and showcases lots of turns. 

History of Samba

This national dance of Brazil became the rage of its society in the 1930’s but began as an exhibition dance in Paris in 1905. Movie star & singer Carmen Miranda, is credited with making the dance popular in the U.S. in the early 1940’s.

Music for Samba dancing

Today’s Samba music is influenced by Jazz and Latin rhythms. It is written in 2/4 or 4/4 time. The music is festive and fast paced with a sound associated with Rio’s Carnival. The basic count is “Slow a Slow” or “1 & 2.”

Characteristics of Samba dancing

Walking steps and side steps are the basic components of Samba. The major characteristic of the Samba is the vertical bounce action. Steps are taken using the ball of the foot. Knee action along with body sway and “pendulum motion,” in the accomplished dancer, is made to look effortless and carefree.

Samba songs and artists include

Once Note Samba -Antonio Carlos Jobim
Macarena – Los Del Rio
Copacabana – Barry Manilo
Quando, Quando, Quando – Englebert Humperdinck

samba

OTHER DANCES WE TEACH

WALTZ

FOXTROT

TANGO

VIENNESE WALTZ

ARGENTINE TANGO

RUMBA

CHA CHA

SWING

MAMBO

SALSA

SAMBA

MERENGUE

HUSTLE

BOLERO

WEST COAST SWING

LINDY HOP

CAROLINA SHAG

JITTERBUG

PASO DOBLE

BACHATA

CW 2-STEP

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BEGINNER

Arthur Murray Virginia Beach provides dance lessons for students who are just getting started.

INTERMEDIATE

Dance lessons are available for students with experience who wish to expand their skill-sets.

ADVANCED

For advanced-level students wishing to continue their training, dance lessons are available.

WEDDINGS

Arthur Murray Virginia Beach provides lessons for wedding dances: your first dance, bridal party, & more.

PRIVATE

One-on-one dance lessons are available for students who prefer to learn in a private setting.

GROUP

Arthur Murray Virginia Beach provides dance classes for students in collaborative group settings.