I'm planning to take some dance classes what kind of dance classes should I take?

[lucyvoid]

Not ballet 🩰 my ankles are bad.

[RavVid]

A dance you like is best. :) First do you want to learn partner dancing or individual dancing. Do you have a boyfriend and will this be a joint activity?

Partner dancing is a buzz. Co-ordinated movement with a partner is a great feeling. With nearly all partner dancing you really need to know the steps. So whilst I like street latin I can only dance it with girls who know street latin.

Modern jive is the odd dance out because it is more in the hands than the feet. So I can dance it with any girl. Whilst you shouldn't lead, you can.

[lucyvoid]

I'm honestly just trying to do things that push me out of my comfort zone. My fiance cheated on me so I'm alone and just trying to establish who I am again. So I'm not really sure ware to start

[RavVid]

Betrayal is very nasty and it has significant impact on the betrayed. I think it is good for you to branch out.

Partner dancing environments are quite good because necessarily they are social because it needs a guy and a girl. Necessarily guys and girls who want to partner dance have to be nice to each other. Otherwise it can't work.

There are three broad categories 1 European ballroom (eg waltz) 2 Latin (eg Rumba) 3 Street Latin (eg salsa). Ballroom is not as fuddy duddy as it might seem. You really do float around around. It is very hard to do it in a public environment. Latin is really anglicized though tango is very sexy. The problem is that people, back in the day would rotate round the floor and you can't do that now because nobody else is.

Street Latin is fun and sexy but it is all in the feet and typically has a hold so it takes a bit to get used to. It is more on the spot so you can dance it anywhere.

Modern jive is street latin derived but it is more in the hands without holds so it is a lot easier. You can dance it with anyone. If a girl has never partnered dance I can just step so as to adjust and we'll both have a good experience. It is often called Bop or Le Bop.

Where I am, venues will have a dance night and you pay maybe $10 to join the fun. The first half is a lesson for beginners. The second half is split into advanced and beginners. Guys and gals rotate so you don't need a partner.

It is a good way to learn and have some fun. So I think you should give it a whirl. This is a clip of people taking a lesson so you can get an idea..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7no6magXeA

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

If you have bad ankles, I wouldn’t recommend any dancing as they all require you to be on your feet

[lucyvoid]

They aren't that bad but I'm definitely not going to be able to stand in point shoes

[AI Opinion]

If you're looking to avoid ballet, consider trying styles that are less demanding on the ankles. Contemporary dance offers expressive movements with a focus on fluidity. Jazz dance allows for energetic and creative routines. For something culturally enriching, explore salsa or tango. You might also enjoy hip-hop for its dynamic and fun atmosphere. These styles can be adapted to suit your comfort level! 💃✨

[Alex-Snow]

It depends on what kind of music you like

[lucyvoid]

I like pretty much all music

[Xawyx-2]

I think Cinematic Lily explained it quite well.

[beefcakebradybatson]

Line dance classes.

[RedInnocent69]

Hip hop

[eagle1951]

ballroom