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The new dance classes for standard, Latin, Discofox, and West Coast Swing will begin the week of November 2, 2026. Classes will primarily take place in Building 1, Room 019.

The introductory session, which will provide all the information about the classes and help you find a dance partner, will take place on October 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Building 1, Room 019.

You can register for the classes via the web app only after the introductory session and no later than the second class date. To register, you’ll need a Unisport subscription and a dance pass.

Refresher courses will be held on October 27:

Standard/Latin A Course, 7:00–8:30 p.m., and

Standard/Latin LF1 Class, 8:30–10:00 p.m.

General Information

On this website, you’ll find all the important information about our dance classes for Standard, Latin, Discofox, and West Coast Swing. At Unisport, we offer a wide selection of dance classes at various skill levels. Our instructors bring a diverse range of experience from the world of competitive dance. Some compete in dance competitions, while others are passionate amateur dancers—but they’re all united by their enthusiasm for dancing and the joy of sharing it with you, as well as teaching you new dances, steps, and moves.

Our dance classes start twice a year, shortly after the start of the lecture period. There are no regular classes during the break between semesters, but we do offer dance specials on specific dates, where we’ll teach you even more techniques or new moves.

If you’d like to build on what you’ve learned in the classes and dance outside of class, feel free to come to our open dance sessions. These take place every Friday from 8:00–10:00 p.m. in Building 1, Room 019. A social dance is held on the first Friday of every month. The focus here is on Discofox and West Coast Swing, though songs for standard and Latin dances are also played occasionally. On the other Fridays of the month, the focus is on standard and Latin dances. Standard and Latin dance rounds alternate with 2–3 songs each of Discofox or West Coast Swing.

At the end of each semester, we wrap up the dance classes together at our closing ball. Here, dressed in your finest evening attire, you can put what you’ve learned into practice on the dance floor in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy a wonderful evening together. In addition to snacks you bring along, there are also dance performances to look forward to!

Please note that our standard and Latin courses are for couples. If you’re still looking for a dance partner, feel free to come to the introductory session and we’ll help you find one. Discofox and West Coast Swing are social dances, so no fixed dance partners are required. You can participate in the classes either with special dance shoes or simply with comfortable and clean everyday shoes.

You can find more dance options under “Sports A–Z.” Click here to go directly to Salsa and Bachata.

“Dancing is dreaming with your legs”—Finnish proverb

A Course: Standard/Latin (Beginner Level)

Have you never danced before, or has it been many years since you took a dance class? Then join our A Course, where we teach Standard and Latin dances from the ground up. In this course, you’ll learn the basic steps and your first figures in the Standard dances—Slow Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, and Quickstep—as well as in the Latin dances—Samba, Cha-Cha-Cha, Rumba, and Jive.

LF1 Course: Standard/Latin (Slightly Advanced, Level 1)

If you’ve completed a beginner’s course in the Standard and Latin dances listed above with us (or elsewhere), you can continue with our LF1 follow-up course. In addition to more figures and technique, you’ll also learn a new Latin dance here: the Paso Doble.

LF2 Course: Standard/Latin (Slightly Advanced, Level 2)

In this advanced course, you’ll deepen your knowledge of the dances you’ve learned so far, learn new steps and combinations, and further refine your technique. You’ll also learn a new Standard dance: the Slow Fox.

F Course: Standard/Latin (Advanced Level)

In this advanced course, you’ll encounter many new step sequences and combinations in the individual dances. Through personalized feedback on technique, style, and figures, you’ll be able to further develop your personal dance style and improve your skills in a targeted manner.

Recreational Standard/Latin Course

Have you completed all of our dance courses or already gained a lot of dance experience elsewhere? Then our recreational dance course is the perfect fit for you. Here, you’ll have more time to delve deeply into the individual dances: at least two class hours are set aside for each dance. You’ll learn longer choreographies, further develop your dancing and technique, and have the opportunity to try out new material. The program changes from semester to semester.

Latin Formation

Do you enjoy dancing, love samba, cha-cha-cha, and rumba, and want to be part of a team? Then you’ll fit right in with the Kaiserslautern Latin Dance Groupis the perfect place for you! Together as a group, we’ll create captivating Latin American dance routines, work on technique, expression, and team spirit, and perform at events—most notably the RPTU Summer Ball. Practices are held twice a week; prior dance experience is a plus, but motivation and a love of movement are just as important. Just stop by for a trial practice and dance with us!

Discofox for Beginners

Want to learn a dance that works at parties, weddings, and pretty much anywhere? Then Discofox is just the thing for you! Unlike most dance schools, our beginner class teaches a modern version of Discofox featuring a flowing basic step along with introductory figures and turns. It’s not just about memorizing step sequences: From the very beginning, you’ll learn the basics of leading and dancing together, allowing you to move freely to a wide variety of music styles—without being limited to Schlager.

Discofox Intermediate

Have you mastered the basics of Discofox and want to take it to the next level? In this advanced course, you’ll learn additional step sequences as well as new figures and combinations. The technique becomes more challenging, and you’ll gain more opportunities to add variety to your Discofox. The curriculum differs between the summer and winter semesters, so you can easily take the Intermediate course twice without it getting boring.

Discofox Advanced

This advanced course is designed for anyone who has completed the Discofox Intermediate course at least twice and wants to further deepen their knowledge. In the Advanced course, you’ll encounter more challenging figures and combinations, where technique, musicality, leading, and partnership as a dance couple play a greater role. The course takes place during the academic term on the first Friday of every month before the open dance session, giving you the opportunity to build on your Discofox skills step by step.

West Coast Swing Beginner

Would you like to learn a modern partner dance that works with a wide variety of music styles? Then West Coast Swing is just right for you! Whether it’s pop, R&B, blues, funk, or current hits—with West Coast Swing, you can constantly adapt to the music. The dance thrives on improvisation and switching dance partners. In our beginner’s class, you’ll learn the most important basic steps and your first variations, and you’ll be able to combine them in new ways time and again—so you’ll be perfectly prepared for your first social dance nights.

And if you’re eager for more: The global West Coast Swing community offers numerous dance parties, workshops, and competitions where you can experience the dance beyond the classroom.

West Coast Swing Intermediate

Do you know the basics of West Coast Swing and want to take your dancing to the next level? In the intermediate class, you’ll learn new steps, variations, and combinations, along with more technical guidance. The focus increasingly shifts to personalizing your movements, responding to the music, and refining your interaction with your dance partners. This gives you more and more opportunities to bring your own style and musicality to the dance.

The program is redesigned each semester and updated with new content. This means you can take the Intermediate class multiple times and keep discovering new figures, variations, and inspiration for your dancing.

Open Dance

Every Friday, open dance takes place from 8:00–10:00 p.m. in Building 1, Room 019. Come by to reinforce what you’ve learned in the classes through regular practice—no matter what level you’re at. One of our dance instructors is always on hand to answer any questions.

A social dance is held on the first Friday of every month. The focus here is on Discofox and West Coast Swing, with occasional songs for standard and Latin dances. On the other Fridays of the month, the focus is on standard and Latin dances. Standard and Latin dance rounds alternate with 2–3 songs each of Discofox and West Coast Swing.