NEW TO GOLDCOAST?

Welcome to Goldcoast Ballroom. Whether you’re completely new to dance or simply new to our ballroom, getting started is easy.

Join us for a group class, attend one of our social dances, or connect with one of our world-class instructors for private instruction. There’s no long-term commitment required — simply choose the experience that’s right for you and come dance with us.

Not sure where to begin? Explore the options below to find the best way to get started at Goldcoast.

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LEARN ABOUT DANCE

From the timeless elegance of International Standard to the energy of Latin, Rhythm and social dancing, every style has its own character, technique and music. Explore the dance styles taught and celebrated at Goldcoast Ballroom and discover what moves you.

Not sure which style is right for you?

Explore each category below to learn more about the dances, their character and what makes each one unique, with a video example to bring each style to life.

  • Elegant, precise and recognized around the world, International Standard is characterized by flowing movement, traditional ballroom hold and refined technique.

    Dances include:
    Waltz • Tango • Viennese Waltz • Foxtrot • Quickstep

    Best for: Dancers drawn to classic ballroom technique, graceful movement and competitive ballroom dancing.

    ▶ Watch International Standard Waltz

  • American Smooth combines the elegance of traditional ballroom with greater freedom of movement, allowing partners to separate, turn and create more expressive choreography.

    Dances include:
    Waltz • Tango • Foxtrot • Viennese Waltz

    Best for: Dancers who love classic ballroom with added freedom, expression and theatrical movement.

    ▶ Watch American Smooth Foxtrot

  • Dynamic, expressive and technically demanding, International Latin combines distinctive rhythms with powerful movement, musicality and partner connection.

    Dances include:
    Cha-Cha • Samba • Rumba • Paso Doble • Jive

    Best for: Dancers who enjoy energy, precision, rhythm and expressive performance.

    ▶ Watch International Latin Cha-Cha

  • American Rhythm brings together energetic Latin and rhythm-based dances with an emphasis on musicality, partner connection and expressive movement.

    Dances include:
    Cha-Cha • Rumba • East Coast Swing • Bolero • Mambo

    Best for: Dancers looking for lively, versatile styles that translate beautifully from lessons to the social dance floor.

    ▶ Watch American Rhythm – East Coast Swing

  • Social dancing is all about connection, music and enjoying the dance floor. Goldcoast embraces a wide variety of social dance traditions, giving dancers the opportunity to experience different rhythms, cultures and styles.

    Examples include:

    Latin & Nightclub
    Merengue • Salsa • Bachata • Cumbia • Mambo • Porro • Cha-Cha

    Brazilian
    Forró • Pagode • Samba de Gafieira • Lambada • Zouk

    Country & Western
    Country Western Polka • Two-Step • Country Western Waltz

    Cajun
    Cajun One-Step/Jig • Cajun Two-Step • Zydeco • Cajun Waltz • Cajun Jitterbug

    Historical & Vintage
    Polka • Schottische • One-Step • Peabody

    Best for: Meeting new people, exploring different styles, practicing your skills and simply having fun on the dance floor.

    ▶ Watch Salsa at Goldcoast Ballroom

  • Intimate, improvisational and deeply connected to the music, Argentine Tango is built around communication between partners rather than predetermined choreography.

    Best for: Dancers drawn to musical interpretation, connection and the distinctive tradition of Argentine Tango.

    ▶ Watch Argentine Tango

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