What Do I Wear To Dance Class? Do i Need A Partner? Do I have to swap partners in the group class? All Your Questions answered!
The Top 3 Dance Questions Answered! 1. What Should I Wear To My First Dance Class? For classes at QuickSteps wear something casual that you are comfortable in and that does not restrict movement; Can you easily lift your hands over your head? Could you take long travelling steps if required? Can you stand with […]
Songs You Never Knew You Could Salsa To!
Welcome to Quicksteps, where we redefine your salsa experience with a unique twist! Get ready to explore an eclectic mix of songs you never knew could ignite your salsa passion. Let’s dive into a world where rhythm knows no bounds and every beat invites you to move. If I asked you ‘what style of music […]
QuickSteps Dance Parties
How do QuickSteps Dance Parties work? Once a month the QuickSteps Dance Studio becomes a bustling hive of activity for 3 hours. The QS Bar is completely full of people mingling, drinking and swapping dance parties stories. Members dance shoulder to shoulder on the ballroom floor to a range of ballroom, Latin and swing styles. […]
Saturday Sessions At QuickSteps Dance Club Studio
QuickSteps Saturday Sessions Saturdays at QuickSteps Adelaide aren’t what they used to be! They’ve changed for the bigger and better with live acoustic music and teachers to dance with. So why did we start Saturday Sessions? As an adult dance studio with a strong social focus we are always on the lookout for opportunities we […]
The QuickSteps Bar
The QuickSteps Bar “Oh Wow!” This is generally what we hear when people walk up the stairs of the QuickSteps Dance studio Adelaide for the first time. This is not because our guests have never been to a cafe/bar before… Let’s face it they’ve been to many! It’s more that they weren’t expecting to see […]
How Can I Improve My Salsa Dancing?
Improve Your Salsa Dancing with These Expert Tips So you’ve braved your first few salsa dancing classes and survived. Congratulations! Now let’s put a few things in place to help take your salsa to the next level! Here are some tips to help you on your Latin dance journey. 1. Back to Basics of Salsa […]
Practise Videos for improving your Swing and Rock ‘N Roll
Please Note the relevant arm positions in this online practice videos for Swing and Rock ‘n roll in the video below are; Hammerlock Sweetheart Here are little online practice videos to help you practise your Heel Toe Swivels in rock ‘n roll. When anyone mentions salsa we think ‘hips’ but don’t be fooled! Hip movement […]
How Many Lessons Do I Need For My Wedding Dance?
How Many Lessons Do I Need For My Wedding Dance? Hmmm… this is a little bit of a ‘how long is a piece of string’ type question… In order to answer this question we often have to ask things like; How much dance experience have you had in the past? (If any, absolutely fine if […]
QuickSteps at the Royal Oak Hotel with Reggae On
QuickSteps At The Royal Oak We have been to see Reggae On before, you may remember the salsa night we had at The Highway Hotel. It was such a great night that when I heard they were playing again, this time at the Royal Oak Hotel, I made sure QuickSteps went along. A Unique Venue […]
Latin Dance Hacks – Tips and Tricks!
Welcome to Latin Dance #Hacks! Here are some little Latin Dance ‘life hacks’ to help you practise and improve your latin dancing. Keep coming back and checking as we will be slowly adding more and more little videos as we go along. Banana Hands Banana Hands is designed as a practical way to help leaders […]
Winter Ball 2019
Salsa Sensation Weekend With Artia Zandian & Madalyn Milazzo
Salsa Sensation 2019 The Idea… Salsa Sensation was a collaboration between QuickSteps Dance Club Studio and Espitiro Latino. Espirito Latino is a Latin Dance Organisation made up of Eleni and Nikolina that specialises in planning and operating Latin Dance events here in Adelaide. We got together and decided it was too long since a pair […]
Lucifer’s Lounge at The Irish Club
Yes, July 20th 2019 was cold, wet and wintery but it didn’t stop the QuickSteps Crew invading the Irish Club for a dance! Adelaide City Council was running their annual Umbrella City Sounds festival. Venues around the city invite musicians to play and entertain the crowds in an attempt to stop the whole of Adelaide […]
QuickSteps Goes To Bali 2019
QuickSteps Bali Dance Holiday – Each year QuickSteps hosts a dance inspired holiday to some exotic location around the world. We’ve been to Borneo, Phillippines, Papa New Guinea just to name a few. In July 2019 we headed over to the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia. This is the scenery from some of the rooms […]
Practise Videos for Latin Dances
We all know the old adage ‘practise makes perfect’ but practising on your own can be tricky. Allow me to give you some help. Here are some practise videos we have made here at QuickSteps Dance Studio with mini routines to help you pratise at home. These are line dance style routines designed to guide […]
7 Day Dance Challenge
The 7 Day Dance Challenge: To go out dancing around Adelaide every day for 7 days straight. Yep. Where Did This Come From? I was speaking to one of our newer members and she commented; ‘It’s a bit of a shame that there’s nowhere to really use this kind of dancing (ballroom / latin / […]
Rock n Roll on Wednesdays
Lost In The 50s Rock n Roll Every Wednesday This is a regular Wednesday night of casual lost in the 50s rock n roll dancing at a little known venue… hidden in the backstreets. Welcome to Lost in the 50’s with Dj Ron! Where: Lost in the 50’s has recently moved to The Anzano […]
How Can I Prepare For My Next Dance Exam?
Preparing for an exam is something we’re all familiar with it. Here are some tips, and a bit of a checklist, to make taking an exam at QuickSteps a positive, productive, and ultimately successful experience. Know What’s Expected Do you know what the exam will look like? Where it will be held? How it will […]
First Dance Songs that Change Tempo
If you’re looking for a first dance song that smoothly transitions from something slow and romantic into a fun, upbeat style, here’s a list of great options! First Dance Songs 1. You are the best thing by Ray LaMontagne – even tempo to rock n roll or salsa? 2. Sky full of stars – rumba […]
The Tonsley Hotel with Groove Brothers and Soul Sister
Better late than never… Ballroom Latin Dancing Ballroom Latin Dancing – Heading to the Tonsley Hotel on Saturday night was a last-minute idea… but that didn’t seem to affect attendance or enthusiasm! The Hotel was packed with QuickSteppers wining, dining, and grooving well into the wee hours. When Fra, Gabby, and I first arrived, […]
ANZAC Day Street Party
ANZAC Day Street Party Swing Dance Event Every ANZAC Day, we stop and remember the brave young Australians who served in our honour all those years ago. After the dawn services, we go on to celebrate and enjoy the country and the culture that they defended with their lives at BBQ’s, parties, and social celebrations […]
QuickSteps Latin Party
QuickSteps In House Latin Salsa Night – On Saturday 13th April QuickSteps Dance Club Studio held our first ever Latin Dance Party and it was a huge success! Why a QuickSteps In House Latin Dance Party? We love to have variety at QuickSteps and ensure that our members are verstaile social dancers, able to dance […]
Kit Kat Swing Club
The Return of an Old Friend… The latest in a line of events hosted by Eight Count Swing, Kit Kat Swing Club is our new favorite swing dance evening here at QuickSteps! I attended the opening night last Wednesday under the impression that this was a brand-new event. After chatting with a few of the […]
Espirito Latino (On hold)
ANNOUNCEMENT: Esperito Latino is cancelled until further notice whilst the organisers look for the perfect year round venue. I will keep you all updated! Espirito Latino has moved from The Maid to it’s neighbouring pub and next home, The Republic, for some of the winter months. If you’ve already read my blog about Espirito Latino […]
Songs For My First Dance According to Dance Style
Songs for My First Dance: Perfect Picks for Every Dance Style Planning your wedding first dance can feel overwhelming, but choosing the right music makes it unforgettable. In this guide, we’ll explore the best songs for my first dance tailored to different dance styles — from romantic rumba and elegant foxtrot to lively salsa. Whether […]
What Will Happen During My Dance Journey?
Learning to dance is a journey, and we want to give you a bit of a roadmap of what lies ahead! Year 1 Let’s see what this dancing thing is about, and lay the foundations so you can be a capable social dancer. Foundations 1 & 2 You get to know your teacher well You […]
Which Dance Style Should I Do For My Wedding Dance?
It can be a big decision…. on top of all the other big decisions! Which style of dance is best for your First Dance? Here are some questions to ask yourselves to steer you in the direction of the right style for you and your partner; What sort of look and feel do you want? […]
British Working Men’s Club Wingfield
The British Working Men’s Club is a large function situated in Adelaide’s North Eastern suburb of Wingfield. It is not the most high brow of establishments but if your are looking for a cheap night out with a low entry fee, live music and a cheap feed, look no further. You’ll find it here tucked […]
Salsas Complimentary Dance Styles
As with all dance styles the more you practice your salsa, the better. But this doesn’t mean you have to go crazy dancing salsa and only salsa for hours on end. Some styles of dance can directly help different aspects and elements of your salsa. Here’s a guide on using other dance styles to improve […]
What Dancing Should I Learn Before My Cruise Holiday?
What Dancing Should I Learn? Basically… All of them! But we’re biased. The ‘big 3′ as we call them are’ -Rumba, Salsa, and Rock n roll. What Dancing Should I Learn For Cruising i would also recommend the basis of waltz, swing, and cha cha but of course, this is dependent on how much time […]
Taboo Thursdays at Cafe Piatto, Rundle St East (cancelled)
With yet another mid-week Latin night opening up we are spoilt for choice. Enter ‘Taboo Thursday’ at Cafe Piatto, Rundle Street. Taboo Thursday boasts; Fresh and authentic Latin music selection from DJ Freddy Another option for dinner and dance date night with delicious Italian food $5 drink specials all night Spacious, high-quality dance floor Taboo […]
How Do I Choose My First Dance Song?
Choosing the perfect song for your first dance is a crucial part of wedding planning. In this guide on How To Choose Your First Dance Song For Your Wedding, we offer insights and tips to help you select a melody that reflects your unique love story. From considering personal significance to matching the mood of […]