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Highlights from the 2025 Black Hills Dance Festival.

Often called the "dance of love," the Rumba is a romantic, sensual dance of Afro-Cuban origins known for its hip movements and close partner connection. Board President Patrick Czerny covers the basics on KOTA.

Did you know that dancing has physical and mental health benefits? Learn more in this 2025 article in Black Hills Lifestyle!

Buddy Schwimmer created the Nightclub Two-Step in the 1960s. Board President Patrick Czerny describes how to do this smooth, romantic, and relaxed dance beloved by many in the dance community.

Get ready for the 2024 Black Hills Dance Festival with NewsCenter 1.

Board President Patrick Czerny and Dance Pro Kurt Sensor tell SDPB's Lori Walsh all about the 2024 festival.

Get ready for the 2024 Black Hills Dance Festival with NewsCenter 1.

Patrick Czerny and Dorene Schochenmaier (festival board members) talk about the 27th annual event.

Lewis George from NewsCenter 1 gets a dance lesson at the 2014 Black Hills Dance Festival.