153. Comparing learning different dance styles: Argentine Tango vs. Ballroom & Latin (Dancesport)

About this episode

The episode discusses the author's personal experiences and insights on learning different dance styles, particularly Argentine Tango and competitive ballroom and Latin dancing.

I haven't spoken on the podcast yet about my personal experience learning dancing. At university, I took part in dancesport, which is competitive ballroom and latin dancing; and in the last few years I have been learning to dance tango. I am struck by the differences in philosophies, skill sets, values, and learning cultures between these dance styles, so I wanted to share my experience with you. Enjoy the episode. *** Music used in this episode: Uno by Anibal Troilo https://open.spotify.com/track/5TFzKLS8tjVMikVaOllr8L?si=69d0c8fbee934d2e Orgullo Criollo by Osvaldo Pugliese https://open.spotify.com/track/74CjrywI50qOpaLrXo02ik?si=91b1644591a74407 Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go by Wham! https://open.spotify.com/track/0ikz6tENMONtK6qGkOrU3c?si=76304e73b1b04754 Dear Future Husband by Meghan Trainor https://open.spotify.com/track/3cU2wBxuV6nFiuf6PJZNlC?si=0dd4a5e2a23c46bc ...plus one surprise I won't spoil.

Topics covered

• dance
• Argentine Tango
• Ballroom
• Latin
• Dancesport

Keywords

• learning
• philosophies
• skill sets
• values
• learning cultures

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Dancesport, Uno

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