Quickstep Classes in London | DanceStudioLondon

The Style

What Is Quickstep?

The quickstep developed in the 1920s from the foxtrot, combining slow and quick steps at a fast tempo (around 50 bars per minute). It is characterised by a light, bouncy quality, with progressive chassés, runs and hops alongside figures inherited from the foxtrot.

The dance requires considerable energy and athletic control — dancers must maintain the elegance of standard ballroom posture while moving quickly and dynamically around the floor.

Learning

Learning Quickstep in London

Quickstep is taught at ballroom studios across London as part of the International Standard curriculum. It is a popular competitive discipline and also enjoyed as a social dance at ballroom events.

London ballroom schools offer quickstep training at all levels, from beginners learning the basic rhythm to advanced students preparing for competition.

Quickstep classes in London are integrated into standard ballroom training programmes. Beginners learn the quarter turn, progressive chassé and natural spin turn before moving on to more complex choreography.

The dance rewards both precision and personality, making it one of the most entertaining styles to develop at all levels.

Where to Learn

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