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98. What is the difference between "American Style" and "International Style" dance lessons?
Answer:
American Style: The American dance studio dance course curriculum is usually based on the National Dance Council of America syllabus with popular variations. Names of figures and the timing CAN vary from one part of the country and/or from one studio to another.International Style: Dance studios outside of the USA base their dance course curriculum on the syllabus of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing in London, England for both Latin and modern ballroom dances. This standard is taught around the world using the same techniques, timing and styling.Both of these styles are used in competitive dance contests. Both are used for social dancing. For the dance enthusiast, knowing both styles adds to the pleasures that come from dancing and adds polish to the dancers' performance when doing any dance.