Bachata

Created in the Dominican Republic in the first half of the 20th century, Bachata music and dancing emerged together with the influence of Bolero and

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Hustle

The Hustle is a catchall name that refers to several popular disco dances from the 1970s. The Hustle is danced in 4/4 time but counted

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Merengue

Merengue is the national dance of the Dominican Republic, originating in the 1800s. Merengue is an easy and fun dance where a dancer steps on

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Nightclub Two Step

Nightclub Two Step, sometimes known as Disco Two Step or California Two Step was developed by Buddy Schwimmer in the 1960s. It was known as

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Salsa

Salsa’s origins come primarily from “Son” music, originally played by African Slaves mixed with Spanish musicians. Salsa is a fast and spicy dance with many

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