Theoretical-methodological bases of training of future specialists of sporting ballroom dances in high school

The article focuses on the specifics of teaching ballroom dancing in the universities of culture. Shows the necessity of constant scientific argumentation of applied teaching methods. Presents some features of teaching of ballroom dance as a choreographic discipline. Shortly describes a long historical way of ballroom dance formation, its development, promotion and strengthening in the society, the appearance in the system of higher education. Shows nature, criteria, requirements of performance skills competence. Presents the characteristics and features of a teacher-choreographer, his professional qualities.