The students presented western dances, which included Latin American dances like salsa (Los Angeles and Cuban styles), tango, along with waltz and jive. There was also a dance drama "Raspoch" and a sword fight "Saphernik". Adanan Saqib Ali, one of the students says, "Tango has sharp movements while the waltz is gentle, soft and romantic. The salsa followed the basic 1-2-3-4 rhythm in a relaxed way. Jive or swing, originating in USA was also lively. The dance-drama was a comedy about a guy who has both girl friends and a wife. The sword-fight was a contest between two men who fight over a woman."

The students practice for two hours twice a week. The basic course is for two months. On social occasions like the Dance night on Thursdays at Alliance Francaise, the students can dance freely, just for fun, as a weekend relaxation. The dance is geared for people of all ages and is usually a hobby for both young students and adults. "Couple dancing has to be well-coordinated and Majid is very good at this. There is matching of heights and rhythms of the dancers," says Adnan. The woman should be able to follow the man and the two should look happy together. Casual dancing like this takes away work pressures and helps to socialise. The dance helps develop a sense of trust. Some of the young women have learnt eastern dance steps and this adds to their repertoire. Books and movies like "Shall we dance?" encourage people to come here to learn.

"For young married couples like myself and my wife Qamar there is, unfortunately, not many activities and we welcome the dance for an opportunity for doing something together," says Adnan. "Even though ours is a closed society, yet one can dance in public on occasions.," he adds.

Nilima Chowdury has been learning dancing for two and a half years. "I was fascinated with dancing since I was a child and was delighted to learn ball room dancing. I teach English for Computer Language for my profession. Dance for me is a recreation that helps me overcome my boredom and mental fatigue. The friends in the dance classes are my closest companions. My favourite dances are tango and salsa," says Nilima.

Qamar Jahan, who learnt dancing, keeping her husband Adnan company loves Latin dances and waltz. She is a law student. "My teacher is very patient and gentle," says Qamar.

Majid, the teacher adds, "Now there are a good number of students and it is a joy teaching them to dance. The young men and women who come to learn are enthusiastic and dedicate."