What is the difference between International Style and American Style?
International Style is used in dance competitions and is based on strict, formalized patterns and foot positions. It is not generally used in social dancing.American Style is freer, easier to learn, can be danced in open position, and is used for social dancing. Beginners should definitely start out learning American Style, and can then progress to International Style if they would like to compete or to push their dancing to a new level.
