Shag dancing is essentially an offshoot of swing, specifically postwar styles like the Lindy Hop and East Coast Swing. The Carolina Shag, in particular, is a popular state dance that is best known for its fast footwork danced to the sounds of rhythm and blues, beach, and motown music.

While an exciting, quick, and upbeat style, the experience of Carolina Shag dance lessons at Arthur Murray of Virginia Beach is smooth and controlled, with plenty of room on our large open floor for intricate footwork, imagination, and improvisation. 

Some popular song choices for the Carolina Shag include:

• "Lady Soul"
• "Something Smooth"
• "Burning Love"
• "Meant to Be"
• "Barefootin'"