Frequently Asked Questions

Rock 4 You is the largest Rock dance school in France ! Founded in 2008, the school has grown steadily year after year. Today, it brings together a team of over 40 passionate individuals , including teachers, organizers, coordinators, party hosts, and more… All united to help you discover (and fall in love with) 4-Step Rock! The program includes weekly classes for all levels, weekend workshops , dance parties all over Paris, and even an online learning platform to learn at your own pace. Want to learn more about our history, our values or our teachers? Head to the “Our Team” tab.

Rock isn't just one dance, but a large family of partner dances found all over the world. At Rock 4 You, we teach 4-Step Rock (there was a clue in the name). It's the most accessible version of all the Rock dances. 4-Step Rock is a couple dance with a leader and a follower, who link steps together on 4-step music of many different styles (pop, rock, electro, disco, …). Born in France in the 1950s (cock-a-doodle-doo!), this dance quickly spread to all levels of society. It can be found at weddings, student parties, balls… and even abroad: Belgium, Switzerland, Germany… (although each country has developed its own little local variation).

Although both of these dances are called “Rock” and both date back to the 1950s, they have evolved very differently over the years, and differ in several ways: • The basic step The 4-Step Rock is not based on a structured basic step, unlike the 6-Step Rock, which inherits the logic of Swing (rock step – triple step). • The music The 6-Step Rock is often danced to music from the 50s and 60s (hence the slightly retro connotation), while the 4-Step adapts to almost all styles: pop, electro, disco, house, rock, funk… as long as the rhythm is in 4 beats. • The dance style The 6-Step Rock maintains a strong Swing/Rockabilly aesthetic. Impressive when well executed, it can also give an impression of "stomping" if technique is lacking. The 4-Step style, on the other hand, is freer, more fluid, adaptable to musical styles, and allows everyone to develop their own unique style. • The community Let's not kid ourselves: the average age of the dancers isn't the same. In 6Step Rock , it's around 60-65 years old, while the 4-Step community is younger: around 30 years old on average.

We all have this image of the 50s Rock, with old men bouncing around, often conveyed by films or old music videos of 6-Step Rock… but forget that! The 4-Step Rock you'll learn at Rock 4 You is modern , rhythmic, and sometimes even acrobatic. The average age in our classes is around 30. We assure you, the 4-Step Rock is anything but a dusty old dance. It's a vibrant dance that attracts more and more new enthusiasts every year!

4-Step Rock is a couple dance, and therefore not danced alone (in itself, you are free to try, but good luck to succeed).

Yes! Throughout the year, we organize Rock evenings in different locations in Paris : on Mondays at the Concorde, on Fridays at Alésia, and other occasional dates (theme evenings, Gala, competitions, and many other projects to come that you will discover during the year).

4-Step Rock is the heart of our school, but not the only dance on the program. In our studios, you will also find: Tango, Classical Dance, Bachata, Jazz, Ragga, Dancehall, Blues, Hip-hop, Dance awakening for the youngest, teen classes, senior classes… as well as disciplines like yoga or pilates. Find the schedules for our two studios here: • Danse Volontaires : https://www.danse-volontaires.fr/cours-danse-street-jazz(https://www.danse-volontaires.fr/cours-danse-street-jazz) • Danse Cadix : https://www.danse-cadix.fr/cours-danse-classique(https://www.danse-cadix.fr/cours-danse-classique)

All our group classes are taught in French. However, all our teachers speak English and can help you during the lesson. If you come with a partner, he or she can also help you understand the instructions. So no need to speak perfect French to start dancing! As for Spanish, one of our teachers is fluent and can offer private lessons, but group classes are not yet available in Spanish.

Yes! Specific classes are offered for children (dance initiation from age 4) and for teenagers. These classes are not limited to Rock: Classical Dance, Hip-Hop, Modern Jazz, Street Jazz… There's something for all tastes and all ages. Find all our studios' schedules on our homepage!

Yes! We've launched a platform entirely dedicated to online classes: www.bien-danser.com(https://www.bien-danser.com/) You will find 4-Step Rock courses (of course), but also Tango , Oriental Dance , Salsa , West Coast Swing , as well as Survival Kits to learn how to dance in a nightclub, or to avoid sitting all evening at a wedding. Clear, progressive videos, accessible at any time: perfect for learning at your own pace... and from home.

A major new development for 2025: the creation of the Rock 4 You Troupe , composed of experienced dancers, teachers, and future teachers. The goal is to share our passion for 4-Step Rock through synchronized choreographies , to promote this dance style in France and abroad, and to represent the school in shows, music videos, musicals, and even film projects. It's an artistic showcase for Rock 4 You… and a true collective adventure!

To join this great adventure, a video selection is required: Send a 1min30 video (location and partner of your choice) to contact@rock4you.dance (mailto:contact@rock4you.dance). Once we receive your video, our team will get back to you with an answer as soon as possible. Places are limited, so show us your energy and enthusiasm!

Of course! Rock 4 You is always happy to help spread the 4-Step Rock beyond Paris. Contact Cédric Anjuère , the school's founder, directly by phone at +33 6 67 22 51 19 , or email us at contact@rock4you.dance detailing your project. Together, we will see how we can support you in the creation or development of your club!