Renaissance to modern form of dance. Elaborate costumes or minimalistic staging. Core methods studied worldwide. Classic to contemporary subgenres
Partner dance from 16th-century France. Standard/Smooth and Latin/Rhythm subgenres. Waltz, tango, foxtrot, pasodoble, bolero, samba. Popular competitive dancesport worldwide.
Popular and technical form drawing from classical, modern, and jazz styles. Emphasizes strong torso and legwork, contract and release, and floor work. Dynamic and unpredictable
Breaking, Locking, Popping, and more. Performances in outdoor spaces, studios, battles. Improvisational and competitive street styles
African roots, evolved with jazz music. Improvisational, dramatic movements. Popular in early 20th-century jazz clubs. Swing, Lindy Hop, Shimmy, Charleston
Percussive dance with shoe taps. Popular in musical theatre. Choreography, formations, multiple dancers. Includes flamenco, rhythm, classical, Broadway, postmodern
Celebrated worldwide, portrays emotions, stories, daily life. Types: Bharatanatyam, Samba, Hula. Public events, inclusive participation, traditional music
Popular for centuries, known for footwork and formations. Accompanied by music and singing. Group and solo performances at festivals.
Popular for centuries, known for footwork and formations. Accompanied by music and singing. Group and solo performances at festivals.
Jazz variation, evolved with swing music. Fast, rigorous movements. Lindy Charleston, Jitterbug, Lindy Hop, Balboa. Accompanied by Big Band musicians