About Rapid Ballroom
Rapid Ballroom was founded in 2014 by Pamela and Jeff Johnson. These dedicated choreographed ballroom dancers and instructors bring not only a background in dance and teaching but an undeniable love and insight to their classes which allows students to progress comfortably and rapidly.
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About Pamela & Jeff
In 2018 Rapid Ballroom expanded their classes to Plant City, Florida for the winter dance season. There they began teaching beginners through Phase 4 at the Stardust Dance Center under the direction of Curt and Tammy Worlock. Pamela and Jeff continue to teach their fall and spring classes near their home town of Grand Rapids, MN.
The Johnsons are board members for ICBDA (International Choreographed Ballroom Dance Association) and Chair Couple for the 2019 ICBDA festival to be held in Orlando, Florida in July 2019. They are members of RAL (International Association of Round Dance Teachers), MRDC (Minnesota Round Dance Council), and RDCF (Round Dance Council of Florida).
They've taken private ballroom lessons with Paul Botes of American Classic Ballroom and Rea Lyons & Darren Franco of Superior Ballroom. Their most recent choreography includes “Let's Get Away From It All”, “If I Ain't Got You”, “I Can Love You Like That”, “When We're Dancing” and "Vitamina Cha".
The Johnsons are board members for ICBDA (International Choreographed Ballroom Dance Association) and Chair Couple for the 2019 ICBDA festival to be held in Orlando, Florida in July 2019. They are members of RAL (International Association of Round Dance Teachers), MRDC (Minnesota Round Dance Council), and RDCF (Round Dance Council of Florida).
They've taken private ballroom lessons with Paul Botes of American Classic Ballroom and Rea Lyons & Darren Franco of Superior Ballroom. Their most recent choreography includes “Let's Get Away From It All”, “If I Ain't Got You”, “I Can Love You Like That”, “When We're Dancing” and "Vitamina Cha".
"What is Choreographed Ballroom Dance?"
Cued Ballroom (also called “Choreographed Ballroom Dance” or “Round Dance”) is ballroom dancing with a twist – the dances are pre-choreographed and a “cuer” announces the steps as the dance proceeds. Freed from memorized sequences and the complexities of leading and following, the dancers can focus on the steps and the rhythm while enjoying professional choreography. It really is an easy and fun way to learn and enjoy ballroom dancing. Since it uses standard ballroom dance steps, the skills acquired can be used in any social dance setting. No more embarrassment at weddings – just get up and dance!
Also, since both partners hear the cue, developing leading and following skills is less important than in traditional ballroom dance, so dancers need only switch partners if they choose to. No more dancing with strangers. You arrive together, you dance together!
This is why we call it, “Ballroom Dancing’s Best Kept Secret“.
Rhythms We Dance in "Round" Fashion:
Cha-cha-cha, Foxtrot, Bolero, Hustle, Jive, Mambo, Samba, Merengue, Paso Doble, Quickstep, Rhumba, Salsa, Swing, Slow Two Step, Tango, Two Step, Waltz, Viennese Waltz and West Coast Swing. See examples below!
Also, since both partners hear the cue, developing leading and following skills is less important than in traditional ballroom dance, so dancers need only switch partners if they choose to. No more dancing with strangers. You arrive together, you dance together!
This is why we call it, “Ballroom Dancing’s Best Kept Secret“.
Rhythms We Dance in "Round" Fashion:
Cha-cha-cha, Foxtrot, Bolero, Hustle, Jive, Mambo, Samba, Merengue, Paso Doble, Quickstep, Rhumba, Salsa, Swing, Slow Two Step, Tango, Two Step, Waltz, Viennese Waltz and West Coast Swing. See examples below!
Videos were filmed during events where Pamela and Jeff taught or showcased dances.
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"That's What You Are" 5+1+1 STS
"Jumpin' The Jetty" 4+2 Jive
"I Can Love You Like That" 5+2 Bolero
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"Better Place 5+2 Rumba
"Lay Down Beside Me" 5+1 Waltz
" Your Touch" Phase 5 Rumba
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"Let's Get Away From It All" 4a Fox Trot
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