SUMMARY:

GENERAL strategy I want to do right now (I've found that this strategy minimizes costs, while maximizing enjoyment):

1.) For the FOUNDATION aspect of dancing (the TECHNIQUE and STEPS categories below):

Rent studio time together, and use DanceVision DVDs (and Irish dancing DVDs, for me, too) for lots of fun PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE.

2.) For the APPLICATION aspect of dancing (the SPONTANEITY category below):

Keep going to live music and dance events where at some points I can't contain myself with the music, and I dance SPONTANEOUSLY, both solo and with a partner.

Where I'm at now with dancing, after dancing both partner and solo on and off for about 10 years:

My ENJOYMENT in dancing seems to depend on 3 categories: TECHNIQUE, STEPS, and SPONTANEITY.

For the categories of TECHNIQUE and STEPS, I've had plenty of formal instruction and have helped give formal instruction as an assistant teacher myself. I'm familiar with many standard forms for both TECHNIQUE and STEPS in about 10 or even more partner (Ballroom) dances over the years. I've never actually counted, as teaching studios and also a dance weekend I went to one time tend to cover a huge breadth of dances.

However, I've ended up recently focusing on the category of SPONTANEITY. To me, the category of SPONTANEITY seems to be a bit lacking in both teaching studio and social dance scenes. Therefore, I've been taking matters into my own hands, and being spontaneous myself. At Swing social events, I do spontaneous solo dancing along the sidelines, and then merge with a partner who would like to do the same thing as both partners and solo. It's a blast - we end up having so much fun!

When I'm doing this, a significant PARADIGM SHIFT that I'm doing is dancing to the general movement of the music, including the melody. I'm doing this, as opposed to doing an embedded drumbeat type of footwork to the music that the standard forms seem to usually take, and that can be constraining when my partner and I want to just let the music sweep us away. I've been experimenting with allowing the music to sweep us away, and we're able to enjoy a much more free moving Fred Astaire-like dance that's lots of fun!

To do this, I’m looking for: SPONTANEITY and AGILITY.

(Keep in mind that to be well-matched, my level of agility is kind of off the charts, so if you're NOT into AGILITY, we probably wouldn't be well-matched in the long-run. There - I've given my disclaimer - HA HA!)

I took tap dancing when young. I've tried taking ballroom dance lessons alone but find it too lonely :-( and very difficult moving from stranger to stranger in some group lesson settings. I'd like to good enough to compete. Because of my broad taste in music, I'd like to learn as many dance styles as there are.

I just enjoy dancing. I started taking ballroom dancing in my early twenties. I also enjoy musical movies and at one time I was very active in choir at my church, but mostly dancing I have always been interested in. It would be nice to meet someonewho also enjoyed dancing.

to keep fit,learn new dances,ive dances for 3 yrs,jive ballroom latin ceroc sequince prefer local partner who drive

I have been competing in professional American Smooth for 9 years now and before that I competed in professional American Rhythm for 2 years and a combination for 2 years before that. My goal is to be first a Rising Star Finalist or champion and then a U.S. Finalist in American Smooth. I am willing to put the time, effort and money toward coaching to achieve this goal. I would also like to compete in Standard and possibly rhythm or Latin again (or at least do shows in Latin or Rhythm.) I am an independent teacher teaching in a beautiful supportive studio.

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I am 40 year old Japanese American male who have been taking Intermediate salsa lessons in Buckhead area. In addition, I have been looking into learning ballroom dancing as well. Overall, I have been taking lessons on and off for about the last 4 years now.

I consider myself very mature, determined and hardworking. I work in IT, and dancing is a great way to relieve stress while meeting people to chat and become friends.

Québecois d'un tempérament joyeux , artiste et sportif .

Je danse avec beaucoup dexpression , et l improvisation .Jai le sens le la musique , que je partage avec ma partenaire de danse.

En 2010 et 2011 participer a 2 spectacles de danse professionel incluant danse contemporaine,ballet (lift) et fait de la chorégraphie.,2013,2014 show with ballerina

Jai pris des workshops avec Francis Lafreniere et Yonni de So You Can Dance Canada

I AM DANCING INTERNATIONAL LATIN AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARD AND I AM LOOKING FOR A PARTENER FOR COMPETITION. I AM VERY SERIOUS AND LOOKING FOR A PARTENER WHO HAS DANCE BEFOR IN COMPETITION AND WORKING HARD TO ACHIVE THE DREAM OF WINING. I PUT DANCE BEFORE EVERYTHING ELSE. DANCING IS MY DREAM IN LIFE AND I WILL STRIVE HARD TO DO MY VERY BEST!

I COMPETE IN GOLD LEVEL AND ALSO IN SHOW CASES.

At Star Studios in Bentleigh I'm Doing 3 Latin classes, 1 private Latin lesson, and a New Vogue class each week. I also do a Latin class at Rhythm dance in Thornbury each week, and the occasional social dance.

I'm wanting to compete in Maters 2 Latin C grade initially. New Vogue or/and Modern is optional.

Happy to have a training partner

Financially stable, ambitious, ready to work for result

I'm an amateur Standard dancer, looking for a serious partner to train and compete with. I've just moved back to Melbourne from Perth.

My coaches in Perth include Richard Morrisey, Graham Thomas, and Craig Denham and I've also trained with Lorena Cravero in Italy with my former partner, and with Alex Schembri in Sydney.

I train 6-7 days a week (including my own dance practice and studying towards Level 1 / Associate qualifications in Standard with Russ Hesketh).

I am professional dancer and instructor for many years. I was competing on the major world competitions as professional and had coaching with top teachers.

Currently teaching ballroom dance and competing Pro-Am in International and American Style.

Currently I'm only looking for someone to practice with in the following styles at a competitive level: west coast swing, argentine tango, and salsa.

Ballet - disco- ballroom-Latin-A.Tango

Hard working, talented, love to dance. Appreciate friendly and respectful partnership. Dancing Championship Latin and Standard.

Champ level 10 dance . Training in Dance Passion Dance Studio.

Finalist and winner in many dancesport competitions in USA.

I've had over 25 years of ballet, some modern, jazz, and tap. Now I've been into ballroom for the last 6 years and loving it!

I love to line and couples dance and do so regularly (several nights each week) in the Olympia/Tacoma area. I am husky/thick-built but, besides dancing, exercise regularly including taking walks (at work & home), cycling, and working out indoors at home. The members of the Olympia country dance group I belong to look to me for reviewing line dances since I have a knack for remembering most dances I learn (I'm an instructor for the group). Ladies enjoy couples dancing with me and I continually receive compliments on my dancing and how my skills continue to improve.

Competitive in rhythm/ smooth, but I grew up on latin since I was 12. I've trained in other styles including jazz, hip hop, aerial arts, bellydance, flow arts, gymnastics. Looking to compete and train regularly. I am very serious about this, I would like to work with somebody who is as well. I teach so mornings tend to be a better time for practice. Communication and connection are the most important things in a partnership for me.

I'm a driven professional who wants to become a US champion. ok my dance history ready........ i started dancing when i was 7 years old. i'm classically trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, and Contemporary dancing i started Ballroom and Latin dancing when i was 14 and won my first dance competition when i was 15 years old. i stared teaching when i was 18 at a major chain studio but it didn't work out. I soon found a different studio to dance for. I was there for 6 years and changed studios and started working for my coaches Donald Johnson and Irina Shukhat in Libertyville (both latin champions of their time). i moved for a more competitive edge and better opportunity not only in the business but to fulfill my ultimate dream of becoming a US champion in american rhythm and possibly american smooth. i started competing pro/am with students right off the bat in 07 and then stared competing professionally the end of 08. I've had 3 competitive partners for 2 years each and went far with. Just looking for a girl to stick with it and not loose interest in the US title that I'm looking for

I was born in England, i lived in Spain for many years, came to America 15 years ago, i got married, was married for 10 years, my husband passed away over two years now, have danced most of my life, did a little competition dancing in England mainly ballroom

I have been taking group classes for 12 months and private lessons for the last 4. Everything from 2 step to cha cha in group. Concentrated on cha, waltz and west coast in private lessons.

I share a passion for dancing from my mother and father who were ballroom dance teachers for over 30 years. Love to travel, romantic, sincere, energetic, generous, fun and caring is how I would describe myself ....

Comparto una pasión para bailar de mi madre y padre que eran profesores de la danza de salón por más de 30 años. Me encanta viajar, romántico, sincero, enérgico, generoso, divertido y cariñoso es cómo me describiría ....

Is to improve my skills in a variety of dances.

I am a professional dancer. I have been dancing and competing since I was eight years old. I am originally from St. Petersburg, Russia. I have been in the States for 5 years. I am working at local dance studio. I have been successfully competing in international latin , american smooth and american rhythm in professional devision But open for any of 4 styles, preferably American smooth or/and American Rhythm.

I HAVE FOUND BLUES DANCEING AND I LIKE IT BETTER THAN AN OTHER DANCE. SO NOW I AM LOOKING FOR A PARTNER

I have been dancing for about nine months. I have completed Bronze one, two, and part of three and four. I love to dance and would like a partner who would like to practice and dance regularly. I want to be proficient and confident.

I love dancing and would like to find a dance partner.Looking for a companion someone to enjoy time with. I'm a happy, down to earth person looking for the same.

My dance background is limited. Have had a few lessons and really like this. Want to continue with this great sport.

Taking dance lessons and need a dance partner to practice at the beginner/intermediate level. A long term/full time partner would be nice I am quite active and easy going with many interests like walking/jogging/hiking, most music, movies, dining out or in, travel, family/friends, having fun:) Other activities I have done are DH Ski and SCUBA diving and Duplicate Bridge.

Like being by water lake or ocean or river.

Learned Asian then added funk

someone who wants to to learn.

I love dancing and am open to exploring different styles but, primarily dance tango. I enjoy being active and am health oriented. I started dancing the Argentine tango almost 4 years ago. During the later years, it became more on and off. I would like to be more consistent with it and have a partner to practice with. Eventually, I'd like to do performances and compete.

I belonged to a dance studio for two years, but it closed four years ago and I've only been dancing about once or twice a week since then. However, I have now retired and so I'd like to dance more often, on a casual but regular basis.

I started dancing at school and then went on to Medals then started to do Competition but due to a car accident had to give that away and as a couple running social dancing were going overseas and didn't want to close the dance they asked us if we would like to take it over, of course I jumped at it and immediately began teaching as I could no longer do anything else and I had been learning all the New Vogue dances for Medals so began teaching them. This went until I had to give it away due to health so now I just dance socially and would love a partner as it is no fun on your own, so if you are looking for a dance partner please call me.

Interested in social dancing some lessons swing salsa cha cha r&b

I enjoy doing dance classes and have tried a bit of everything such as Salsa, Leroc Jive, Argentine Tango and some West Coast Swing.

I have taken and passed bronze level in ballroom and latin over the past year and started silver level so I would like to continue improving ballroom dancing, but it is much harder to learn without a regular partner to practice with as it seems not a lot of younger people dance.

I am a fairly quick learner and I quite enjoy learning new moves/routines.

I been dancing most of my life ,in the lost five years ballroom dancing became more a passion of my life.

Love Latin music salsa, rumba, ballroom dancing ,music, dancing is a great way to keep in shape, has well social , great exercise.

Like to learn, to improve the quality of dancing ,taking classes, practising is the key ,is very important to find a partner to practising with.

Enjoy traveling, Cruising, Live concerts.

I am happy nature woman with a positive attitude.

Hope to meet you on dance floor.

Adventurous, creative, affectionate gentleman who likes to stay healthy and fit. Always trying to improve my dancing.

country dances when teenager .attended new vogue classes

I have been competing in the Pro Latin division since 2003, and previously as a championship amateur for 6 years, placing in some finals of IDSF comps. I am a very dedicated and focused as to what my goals are and how I am going to reach them.

I have been trained by Nadia Eftedal, Colin James and currently working with Heidi and Donnie Burns.

I did country western line dancing about 20 years ago and found it again about two years ago. I love it even more than I remember!! I go once per week and it is my favorite night of the week. I love the workout as well as the social aspect of meeting up with all the other line dancers.

Dancing standard for 17 years. Experienced open level competitor. Taking from top standard coaches, working locally with Rauno and Kristiina Ilo.

I am looking for a dance partner to do the West Coast Swing. I'm originally from the St. Louis area and we call it the "Imperial". I've done this kind of dancing for many years ( since Jr. High School). I have been away from it for a while and now want to get back into it as I see it as great fun and exercise. Are you interested - I need the practice - other than using the door frame to the kitchen. lol. Thank you ..

My repertoire is primarily in International Standard. For many years I have trained on and off with a variety of coaches and competed in pro am and Amateur. I look at dancing as a sport and like to treat it as such. I am very dedicated and have the time and financial means to enjoy it. I like the joy of training and the glamour of competing. Perfection is important but it must also be fun! Time for me is flexible and I can travel.

Love to Cuddle,Water,Sailing,F1, Rugby. P/boat Tennis, Ping pong,Kayak, Super bikes,Hiking, Animals, Kids,Been labeled as funny curious,fun,caring,smart,charming,playful.Been kicked out of 4 countries. Lol I am very fit,No Gym Rat.

Dance from the age of 8 to 18 and then had a long break. Return to dancing four years ago and back to competitions and love it. I dance as often as I can and would dance seven days a week if I could. I have 4-5 lessons aweek in Ballroom/Latin and sequence dancing. I enjoy Ceroc modern jive for fun. Currently retaking my medals and up to pre-bronze.

Mainly salsa, On 1, On 2 and Cuban. Recently started Argentine tango and have done two years of jive.

I discovered dancing around six years ago following my divorce and my enthusiasm for it has never waned. I have been told that I am a natural in that I learn quickly and can dance to a high standard although I haven't as yet taken any medals. This is mainly due to not having a partner of a similar ability. This is one aspect that I would really like to pursue. I haven't yet discovered a dance yet that I didn't like! I am particularly interested in Ballroom, Latin, Ceroc and Salsa. In particular I would love to develop the Jive which I absolutely love! I am also open to the idea of competitive dancing but this aspect is not essential. I have a considerate nature and I am willing to put a lot of time and effort into what I hope will be a long and rewarding friendship.

Easy, outgoing guy. Enjoys Latin dances and music, I've got previous musical theatre dance experience only where I was told to try out Latin dance as I was told I could be good at it.

The reason I have never joined a class previously is because every class here has not got many people my age within them, so it would be great to dance with someone around my age.

I took my first ballroom dance classes at 14, and then danced socially off and on for about 9 years before beginning serious training to become a dance instructor. I was part of a Lindy Hop club and Ballroom & Latin Club in college. During the last two and half years, I have intensively studied the Full Bronze DVIDA American syllabus for 17 different dances, as well as taken a couple seminars in International Latin. In 2016, I began actively teaching dance. Because I'm so often in class (either teaching, or taking), and because I have an odd schedule, it's hard for me to practice with others as much as I'd like. Now that I'm studying Silver, though, it's become increasingly important to have a dance partner of a similar level. My primary goal is to become as great of a dancer as I can possibly be, with as many dances as possible. I don't really have the time to compete, at this point (perhaps in smaller venues) but I would be open to performing. Obviously, I also love social dancing, and would really love to do so with a partner!

Championship level Standard Dancer who is serious but also has fun.

Hi very capable ballroom tango and rumba, and sequence dancer. I dress immaculate always. Dance every dance to my utmost ability long steps rise and fall sway body contact (once I know my partner)including several dozen sequence dances. My late parents were professional dancers, so I am also very keen to dance well my last 2 partners in last 8 years are both now competition dancers, One taught from scratch by me. I do teach fast advanced techniques. exellant sense of humour very patient, always get results with my strong lead. If you live too far away we could meet up half way at a ballroom, I do have a spare bedroom one when we are comfortable with each other, if this could work both ways it would make distance easy for us both, and is the perfect way if we become friends, my home is very clean and tidy. If you do old time or some other dance well my lead and ability make it possible to go straight to advanced steps with consummate ease. I d'ont do cheap behaviour I treat ladies with respect at all times. own car retired proffesional above all else you must be keen to advance dance skills. very young looking act half my age so what are you waiting for!!! brystock

I left Australia 3 years ago to explore and travel the world, I love meeting new people and exploring new cultures. I stopped travelling and moved to Germany 9 months ago and have been constantly exploring new hobbies and things to check out. I started joining dance classes and meetups for learning Salsa and Bachata in April.

I am a very dedicated and patient learner (and teacher if need be) and eager to practice and learn new things with a consistent partner either through classes with teachers or on my own. I hope to become an intermediate level dancer by the end of this year in Salsa and Bachata and of course have lots of fun in the process and maybe even learn and explore some new dance styles.

I used to compete at novice standard and was being trained by the late Glen Boyce in Bournemouth, but gave it up as my partner could no longer dance due to health reasons and one reason why I have not not been able to compete for many years. I got back to dancing two years ago but have not been able to find a partner yet, but I am having private lessons mainly in ballroom. I want to find a partner to train and compete with who enjoys dancing as much as I do. I enjoy going to social dances especially Ballroom and Latin dancing. I have done my medals up to gold standard. My ambition is to get to Blackpool to compete in the senior championships.

My background is in International Standard but I have also been dancing International Latin with my current partner the last 3 years. I also have been dancing and teaching Social, American Rhythm and Smooth for the last 3 years. I work with a professional coach multiple times a week and am pursuing proficiency in all 10 dances. My partner and I are discontinuing dancing together because of some life changes on his part, and we are parting on great terms. I am committed, enthusiastic, a good communicator and easy to work with.

I love music and singing and want to get really good at dancing. Would like eventually go to social dances, relax and have fun. Need lots of practice first!

Am currently dancing at Bronze/Silver level and taking part in a few medallist competitions per year. Always trying to practice as much as I can but it never seems enough!

I am currently renting in the cheltenham/Gloucester area. My main love is ballroom and Latin American with sequence being a regular as well. My total dance experience is something like 10 years. I would like to find a partner who wishes to continue to learn and improve and is prepared to put in the time and money to do so. I can be available almost any time for practice and am prepared to travel to do so.

I am passionate about learning ballroom dances (international standard).I would like to pursue the never-ending journey towards perfection to further understand and enjoy the beauty of ballroom dancing. I look forward to a partner who shares the same idea, and we will improve and compete together in this journey!

I'll be very upfront for what I'm looking for...

I'm currently interested in building a tango & salsa dance community in Northern, NJ. I'm currently friends with the owners of a dance studio, and I'm currently teaching a social/fundamentals Argentine Tango group class. This will be expanding to both salsa & tango group classes in mid/end of March 2017. My goal is to not make money in this, but to have fun. Depending on your level of experience, and how much ramp up / training time is required; there may or may not be some money to be made by you. Certainly there would be no cost (unless for instance we both decide to take a class to improve our joint skills) however, in as far as Tango/Salsa is concerned, I would train you on anything required for the class (if necessary.)

I've recently broke up with my last dance partner / fiancee'. I'm not looking for romance, just a dance partner. Height / physical compatibility / attitude / dance style / punctionality is important to me... relationship status and/or sexual preference is not important to me. Also, you should have reliable transportation so that we can practice / teach on time.

Im looking for a dance partner . To practice and maybe enter the odd competition. I think im a fairly quick learner and although my main back ground is jive, happy to try other syles of dance with someone outside of comps

Tango is something that has appeal

I have been dancing for 2 years and am looking for a partner for mostly east coast and lindy hop.

I'm 58 and I like to dance Country and Salsa. I'm in the LA area. I'd like to meet someone who doesn't mind putting in the work. I speak English and am studying Spanish. I'm an Aquarius and my favorite color is blue. I'm single. I don't smoke or drink but I don't mind if people drink.

Male 60s 5'10 73 kg, financially independent, fully fit and active gold medal B&L. Currently taking private lessons in both Latin and Ballroom at IDTA gold bar 1 level. Just passed Viennese Waltz Silver (Honours). Based in the north Middlesex area, but will travel somewhat for the right trainer and partner.

About me: I'm a professional dance educator. I believe the greatest compliment you can give to something you love is to give back and I've done nothing if I have not added to the art. I want to demonstrate and educate more so than win a competition(that is nice but does not fulfill me).

I am good looking, height/weight proportionate, extensively trained, disciplined, and motivated.

I am not a typical professional dancer. I enjoy cross-training in multiple disciplines: ballroom (American/international), also in street/social forms (such as Lindy hop, W.C.S., Argentine Tango, Salsa, Zouk, Shag, etc). I focus on understanding/preserving our dance history. My greatest strength in my opinion is my knowledge base as a world class dance historian as well as a large personal dance library.

Researching dance history is one of my great passions as to understand dance forms throughout their evolutions. I am a generalist not a specialist so I have spread myself thin, but gained valuable insight and movement/expression from the experience. My passion is studying and rebuilding the genesis and evolution of the art of dance to bring back the lost knowledge and open minds to continue pushing the art to new levels. To let people see what is possible if you see the big picture without rules and self imposed limitations the way it was when people created the dances, instead only following others. I am a working pro i.e. I don't teach here and there on the side...I do it every day...I study and take it serious.

My major goals are teaching related, to expand the industry knowledge base and empower future generations through exposure to our rich history. I'm currently reconstructing lost 1920's dance forms or the Collegiate styles as well as ongoing work towards saving Peabody, Hustle, Shag, and Ragtime era dances. I plan to have a youtube channel up before years end which will teach lost dances, history, characterization elements, teaching theories, and technical elements rarely taught outside of private instruction. I also have a history website I maintain and travel occasionally on research trips out of state to collect and preserve rare documents related to dance history.

PS.I love fusing different systems elements to expand personal interpretation/expression. I'll learn anything, but refuse to be a copy of someone else. Nor am I willing to solely train or compete in modern forms. You must be willing to learn vintage styles of dances as it's my field of expertise.

Hardworking and competitive with the right partner, although I do not take things too seriously. I want to enjoy dancing, otherwise there is no point! I am my own hardest taskmaster

I have been dancing for 3 1/2 years, mainly American Smooth and International Latin. I have been competing in Pre Champ Latin mostly, and Novice Smooth. I have a little ballet and belly dancing in my background and am currently dabbling in the aerial arts. I prefer to compete Latin, but would not mind competing in Smooth, or having a cabaret/acro partner.

Hello.

I am looking for my dance partner. I am from Hungary, I have previous experience in ball dancing. Started learning about the age of 10. I used to be a member of a dance group in my hometown. Competed in smaller events. My level was probably intermediate I haven't done ball dancing for years now, but still got the basic moves, and I am committed to get back to the level where I was before. These days occasionally dances jive.

I would say my level currently is beginner, but its only because I haven't practice for a long time, and I trust the steps & moves would come back very quickly.

I love ball dancing, it used to be my favourite hobby, its great fun and I would like to start again.

My strongest dances are Latin, but keen to do anything else too.

I'm looking to practice/perform/compete ballroom and salsa. I've had varied dance experience from modern dance to jazz and was involved in competitive ballroom in college. I'm open to social dancing, practicing, but would like to return to competing. Hope to hear from you!

Dancing is my passion! But off of the dance floor, I enjoy the outdoors (hiking, biking) and also the arts and fine ( but healthy) dining - I am an excellent cook and enjoy entertaining. I'd like to find someone who shares my passion, and who smiles on the dance floor. I love many types of music - but I can't sit still if I hear Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder or Coldplay.

I have spent much more time in Rhythm and smooth, but open to International style (probably Latin more than standard and my pro instructors teach both). But if you like hustle, even better!

I have been taking individual instruction for 2 1/2 years, and have competed ProAm at the Advanced Bronze level. I'm looking for a dance partner to dance for fun and enjoyment. With the right person, i am open to competition and could devote 5 - 10 hours a week to that endeavor. I would love to dance a competition somewhere in Europe someday. I am also looking for a social partner who wants to dance a few times a month at dance parties.

I have always love ballroom dancing. I'm very passionate about dancing. I would love to learn all different dances. I used to go dancing in the Asian clubs and I've been dancing their type of ballroom dances for many years now but I realize it's very different from the ballroom dances listed on this website. I guess I'm a beginner but I'm also a fast learner. I go dancing at Cheryl Burke sometimes and few of the teachers there said I'm a fast learner. I want to be consistent so I want to find a good dance partner and friend.

I have been dancing for 20 years. Have competed in standard, latin, American Smooth. Currently focus is on American Smooth I compete in Open Gold. Currently starting to compete in Ryth again. I try to compete 6-7 times a year in the Pro-Am Division. On a social basis I like ballroom, latin, salsa and swing and can get by in Country Western. Dance is an important part of my life keeps me happy and great exercise.

Absolute beginner.

I am currently having private lessons but would love to have a friend to go with. Don't mind attending group classes

I absolutely love dancing, I have met many lovely people and gained many good friends. I enjoy going on dancing weekends twice a year with the dance school that I attend, and have on occasion travelled to Blackpool for a weekend dancing in the famous Blackpool Tower.

I adore Ballroom and Latin but have recently taken up sequence dancing which is very enjoyable.

I do take dancing quite seriously and like to practice regularly.

I had private American Rhythm and Smooth lessons for 3 years including bronze and silver pro am competitions like the Ohio State Ball, The Breakers in West Palm Beach and CanAm. Then I moved from Toronto to bring up my kids in a small town. I've since moved back to and have been working on International Standard and Latin dances for just over two year. My skills are all over the place from Bronze to Gold depending on the dance, but I'm a very quick learner and have the necessary basics in place to excel. Currently taking International Standard and Latin group lessons, but I find the process very tedious without a regular partner. I'm also taking weekly salsa lessons. At present I dance ballroom 3 nights a week and Salsa/Bachata 1 night a week. I'm open to any amount of dancing as long as its at least weekly.

I completed IDTA medals for ballroom and latin up to Presidents award 4 but life got in the way and I stopped dancing. I didn't dance for about 20 years. For the last 10 years I have danced salsa on and off and restarted ballroom about 6 months ago. I have tried ceroc and lindy and would love to try argentine tango. I just love to dance - its a joy.

I'm interested in Ballroom and Int'l Latin. I started by learning Ballroom, but am now just as enthusiastic about Latin. Although I have some earlier experience, I've been learning more intensively in weekly 1-to-1 lessons since August 2014, and more recently have been going to some group classes with social/practice dance times attached. I'm told I learn quickly, have made really fast progress in the 1-to-1 lessons, and am an excellent lead (I'm not making this up, honest!).

I am frustrated that social dancing offers little or no chance for development of an ongoing dance relationship - so here I am. I'd like to improve and expand my repertoire, and to enjoy doing so with a regular dance partner. If you wanted to compete, I'm up for it; but if you didn't, it wouldn't be a partnership-breaker.

I'm open to practicing more than once a week, and/or for more than an hour at a time - it really depends on what will work in scheduling of typically busy lives. I'm able to practice during the day, not just evenings or weekends. Very happy to share lessons.

I grew up dancing ballet, tap, jazz, etc and switched into ballroom after college. I received my BA in dance performance and choreography. I have been dancing ballroom for 2 1/2 years and am looking for a professional dance partner to practice and compete with. I am looking to start practicing 5-6 days a week for 2-4 hours a day. I would like to compete in both American Rhythm and Smooth. I am looking for a disciplined dance partner who is ready to practice efficiently.

I am interested in doing some dance and would like to do ballroom and would be interested with other types of dance ,mabey some competition also.

I am very passionate about dancing, whether it be ballroom or latin. It's important to "feel" for your partner as it is to "feel" the music, without these two factors it is impossible to dance well. Also to dance well and enjoy life to the full requires other attributes including respect, patience, practise and above all else, a good sense of humour when things go wrong. I have laughed alot in the past !.

Simple I practice everyday for 6 hrs a day, I have been trained by the top dancers.

I studied standard and latin for eight years to quite a high level in my youth and started over as a mature lady in 2008, since which time I have taken weekly private lessons from excellent coaches who have been training me for open competition.

Having previously gone through the medallist system I have very good technique.

I am very dedicated and hard working, but also enjoy lessons and training immensely. That said, humour enters all aspects of my life and dancing is no exception.

I am slim, energetic, fit and healthy, and take other exercise, mainly swimming. I am universally told that I appear rather younger than I am.

I volunteer at dance competitions, including the Internationals and am therefore very familiar with competitive dancing at world championship level.

I occasionally attend social dances where there is no sequence. For fun I also dance modern jive, (ceroc), and salsa, but my passion is for ballroom dancing.

I have ISTD gold star 1 ballroom and gold latin medals. I enjoy dancing socially, but I strive to improve through private lessons, classes and practice. Currently working towards a proam at my dance school.

24 year old, 5'7 female dancer. Have been dancing since 2013 and have been competing for the past two years. I am a silver level smooth and latin dancer. Have won in American Smooth Silver competitions. Focused on International Latin and American Smooth but also have some training in Night Club dances, rhythm, West Coast Swing, and a little standard. Was a competitive collegiate athlete in two sports, physically fit and an extremely hard worker with a good amount of time available to dedicate to training. I want to rise through the levels as quickly as possible to become an open level dancer and work beyond that to rising star and open professional.

I learned the polka when I was six. Then in my teens I was in a folk dance group that performed in formation using the polka as the basic step. I had a year of ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance in my teens. I danced a lot of waltzes, and jitterbugs and had a few ballroom lessons while in high school. I have been taking private and group lessons for about two years. I work out at the gym 3 to 4 days a week doing zumba and weight training for strength and cardio endurance. I believe that one has to be in shape to be a good ballroom dancer. I love to dance and may want to compete when I feel I'm ready. I have done a few ballroom performances. I hope to continue to ballroom dance for a long time.

I am the mother of a 9 year old girl, looking for a serious partner. My daughter has been dancing for 3 years, and is ready to take her dancing to a new level.

Hi I'm Brianna, tall beginner dancer looking for possible dance partner for mid-week dance socials in Nassa / Suffolk.

I am an experienced and committed competitive Ballroom and Latin dancer.

Based in the UK and trained at Vibez dance studios in Reading.

Willing to share teachers and share travel within reason. Not able to relocate or support relocation.

I'm an older, in shape tournament tennis player (World 55 Champion and U.S.champion many times, years ago) who is very serious about getting back into dancing. I love the beat and sound of Latin music, especially Samba and Cha Cha....also East and West Coast Swing. I'm not that experienced with Salsa, but definitely willing to learn more. I've been watching and practicing with my Mambo videos, and would love to try it with a willing partner. American standard Waltz and Foxtrot are also enjoyable.

I'm looking for someone between 55-65, who is in decent shape (not overweight) and has a passion for improving their dancing to as high a level as we possibly can; not looking for competition at my age, but I feel the better one knows his/her trade, the easier and more fun it can become.

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Really hooked on ballroom dancing. Taking private lessons.

Happy and committed, gourmet cook and love to travel. Also hooked on intellectual exchanges.

Took dance lessons in preparation for a wedding wife and I were to attend. Wanted to know how to dance vs just 'swaying' on the dance floor. I enjoyed the lessons and dancing, continued with lessons and have now competed in Rhythm, Smooth and Latin. Working on adding Standard now. Looking to continue to improve my dancing skills.

Hi, I just want to dance!!

have about a yrs experience cha cha cha, rumba, jive, quickstep, waltz etc ,would like to learn more with the right partner, currently having private lessons

I regard dancing as a hobby and I try to dance as much as I can during my free time. I find that dancing provides a great way of keeping fit and it also gives me the opportunity for social interaction. I'm not interested in competing, although I enjoy watching performances and competitions.

I am practicing and interested in Silver level American Style dance.

I have been teaching partner dance since 1994. I compete professionally on the country western and west coast swing circuits. I am looking for a professional country western partner.

I was born in Tucson and love it here but that doesn't keep me from Traveling....just one of my many passions, so distance is not an problem. While I do help teach beginning Ballroom, Latin, and Country with I am always attending classes to take my skills to the next level. Currently working on Argentine Tango and West Coast Swing and very easy to dance with. I enjoy bringing a light-hearted attitude to the floor. Not an intense dancer.

Competitor, dancing from the age of 7, started dance career in 10 dances Latin/Ballroom winning many Italian competitions. Now at the top AS Amateur Adult Latin International class in Italy. Finalist in Adult Amateur Latin International. Won many local and national competitions and finalist in many International competitions. I'm looking for a partner for International Latin ( will consider 10 dance ). I am 28 y.o. I live in Italy and I work here as a teacher of Latin/Ballroom dance (children, adult and senior couples). I had a 6 months break in the dance competition, but I am willing to work very hard and train to get back on the floor ASASP. I consider to relocate if I will have financial conditions ( Coming to New York area for a 3 month period Sept/Dec). I am available for try outs ( in the New York area) from Sept 20th. I am willing to teach dancing (but need help for work visa).

Please, if you are interested just send me a free message and I will pay for tokens so will can chat. Danced last 18 months with ex competition dancer but drove him nuts as am not that type. Some girls follow beautifully and are graceful. Whilst I'm not an elephant nor do I take the lead I appreciate I'm not talented! Am spoilt with the ex so couldn't bear to shuffle around floor standing miles apart but don't mind anyone with limited knowledge. I was chucked in the deep end without learning the basics so happy to start again. I have balance problems so get dizzy with repeated spinning and do tend to stiffen/lean through a hard spin. Better that you are a strong lead rather than a wimpy one - even if it is in the wrong direction! Live between Basingstoke and Reading so someone close to have lessons and dance socially would be great. Interested ballroom or sequence but Salsa not my thing. Love modern jive but can't do spinning.