It is a modern partner dance which is easy to learn, lending itself to beginners. However, with an ever expanding collection of over 300 moves, there is always room for development. It can be danced to all types of music with a regular beat - DJ's at classes play music from the 40's through to the 90's.

Complementing the unique style of the dance is the teaching method. This encompasses not only the dance class itself, but also a 'Freestyle' period after the class when everyone can practice what they have learnt in a party atmosphere.

Coming to a Ceroc evening represents a complete night out.

Classes begin in the early evening to allow for those who wish to dash home after work. People will arrive in groups, in pairs or by themselves, knowing that they will meet and dance with many different people throughout the evening, If one sex predominates then they will be rotated. This ensures that everyone has an opportunity and no one is stuck with the same partner for long.

There are almost always newcomers. In an average class of a hundred, you can expect to see ten or more new members who have never been before. The greeting at the door and a smooth payment system should set the scene for the evening. Door staff and Taxi Dancers 'do the business' and make Cerocers welcome.

Inside, the lighting is prepared and the DJ will be playing background music. Drinks are available at the bar and sets ready prior to the class beginning. The teacher takes to the stage and lines form for the first move. The class buzzes with a selection of basic moves being strung together into a tidy routine. Whilst dancers change partners, the Taxi Dancers make themselves available to go through moves with beginners who need that extra bit of help.

At the end of the beginners class there is a short break for refreshments before the Intermediate class begins. Newcomers will sit this out and watch those who have been building their repertoire for a few weeks. The class will reach a peak as the Intermediates perform the routine and nearly everyone has mastered the moves.

The disco comes on and the lights lower as everyone gets onto the floor to Ceroc. It's party time - a time to freestyle by practicing Ceroc in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

As the evening draws to a close, the DJ winds up the music whilst the bar staff wind down the shutters. The Ceroc staff team bid farewell to the Cerocers. It's been a full night and a quality night.

Details for "The Dance" were provided by Robin Olesen.