# Rebel DanceSport > UNLV Ballroom and Latin Dancing ## Posts - [What Do Leads Need to Be Successful?](https://unlvrds.com/what-do-leads-need-to-be-successful/): Being a new lead can be stressful. But don’t worry! Not only is everyone on the team ready to help you look great on the floor, but you can get a head start with just four simple steps! Ready to get started? Ask anyone on the team for our handy list of resources to get your hands on these items. 1. Dance Shoes: The Foundation of Every Step When it comes to ballroom dancing, your shoes are more than just footwear—they’re essential to your performance. At RDS, we recommend investing in a pair of both Latin and Standard dance shoes […] - [What is CDA?](https://unlvrds.com/what-is-cda/): Our team is a member of the Collegiate Dancesport Association (CDA). The CDA is a group comprising of approximate 15 collegiate Dancesport teams that strives to bring together dancers across the universities. There are established competition circuits, tracking/ranking systems, and resources to provide support for the teams. More information can be found at https://collegiatedancesport.org and through the CDA liaison. - [Partnership Tips and Tricks for a Successful Partnership on the UNLV Rebel Dancesport Team](https://unlvrds.com/partnership-tips-and-tricks-for-a-successful-partnership-on-the-unlv-rebel-dancesport-team/): Starting your journey in ballroom dancing can be exciting, but when you’re joining a collegiate team like the UNLV Rebel Dancesport team, one of the most important aspects to get right is building a strong, successful partnership. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already have a bit of experience, the key to success on the dance floor—and in competitions—is fostering a supportive and aligned partnership. Here are some tips and tricks to help you get started on the right foot! 1. Align Your Goals from the Start One of the first things you should discuss with your dance partner is […] - [The Styles of Dance for You To Learn with Rebel DanceSport](https://unlvrds.com/the-styles-of-dance-for-you-to-learn-with-rebel-dancesport/): Ballroom Latin ## Pages - [Involvement Fair](https://unlvrds.com/involvement-fair/) - [Join the Club](https://unlvrds.com/join-the-club/) - [Photo Gallery](https://unlvrds.com/photos/): Password Protected To view this protected post, enter the password below: Password: Submit - [Board](https://unlvrds.com/meet-the-board/) - [Resources](https://unlvrds.com/resources/) - [Home](https://unlvrds.com/) - [Calendar](https://unlvrds.com/calendar/) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)