NC Steppers Association fosters the development of a dynamic dance lifestyle by regularly supporting dance and practice opportunities and promoting peace and harmony within the greater dance community.

Since its inception in 2006, the NC Steppers Association has consistently supported and promoted instructional opportunities in an effort to introduce and promote the stepping lifestyle in North Carolina and beyond. See Links page for NCSA historical pictorial.

What is Stepping?

Although stepping is a Chicago-born African-American dance, it is currently one of the fastest growing dance lifestyles.  Stepping is a derivative of several dance forms.

Stepping usually consists of two people dancing as partners in synchronization. The beautifully choreographed turns and spins performed by both partners, along with periodic dips and drags, spotlight the elegant, ballroom nature of the dance.

Stepping is a unique, growing lifestyle that is inviting to all ages, all races and all professional backgrounds. The dance elicits an appropriate mix of smooth R & B and jazz sounds, stylish clothing and shoes and a true spirit of oneness on the dance floor for all that participate.