By Chloe Schneider
Between busy work schedules and the constant stream of social occasions, all you want to do when it’s couple time is get some take-away thai and a dvd box-set.
While this can be a relaxing way to spend time together, when you catch yourself struggling to remember the last time you and your man actually went out and did something together, it’s possible you could be in a relationship rut, not growing closer but sitting a little too comfortably.
One of the best ways to bust out of this rut is to do something new together and learning to dance could be just the thing to Rescu. you from your rut. There was a time when dancing classes were only considered when wedding bells were ringing or the retirement home was calling but with shows like So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing with the Stars stealing the nation’s attention, all this has changed.
Learning something new with your partner can be incredibly rewarding. Dancing requires you and your partner to hone your skills as a couple. It is as much a mental task as physical and having your minds in sync can bring you closer together off the dance floor. Not only that but becoming physically attuned to one another can do wonders under the sheets.
When it comes to partner dancing, there are two main categories to be aware of: Ballroom and Latin.
Ballroom dances include the waltz, the Tango, the Foxtrot and Quickstep. They progress around the room and are of a more traditional, slower style.
Latin dances include the Samba, Rumba, ChaCha, Jive, Salsa and the Paso Doble. They have sinuous hip movements and are non-progressive.
You should discuss what kind of dance you want to learn with your partner and make a decision together. If you are a complete beginner with no sense of rhythm, try Ballroom styles to start with as they are more structured and then move into the Latin styles later on.
If you’re looking into dancing and you’re not sure where to start, try www.dance-australia.com.au. They have an extensive, frequently updated database of Australian dance schools. You can also try your local community college, many hold dancing courses for beginners.
