Rumba! The rumba is a dance with deep roots in Afro-Cuban culture. Its origins trace back to the African rhythms brought to Cuba by enslaved Africans. Over time, these rhythms mixed with Spanish influences to create the dance we know today.The rumba was originally a social dance performed in informal settings. In the early 20th century, it gained popularity and evolved into a more structured ballroom dance. The international style rumba, as recognized in ballroom dancing, emphasizes slow, sensuo