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Jive
A lively swing dance with fast kicks and flicks. Originating from the United States, it’s danced to a 4/4 rhythm with a bounce. Speed and energy are crucial.
Salsa
A popular Latin dance with various styles. Focuses on hip movements, spins, and partnering work. Timing can be on '1' or '2', also known as 'on1' or 'on2' salsa.
Merengue
A two-step dance from the Dominican Republic, where partners hold each other in a closed position. The tempo is moderate and the rhythm is a simple 2/4 time.
Samba
A Brazilian dance characterized by rhythmic, rapid steps. Competitors must exhibit samba bounce and pelvic action. Timing is typically 2/4.
Mambo
A Cuban dance that emphasizes rhythmic body movements and hip sways. Music is 4/4 and dancers must synchronize with the strong beats of the music.
Paso Doble
A theatrical Spanish dance. Performers must display strong, matador-like movements, with a focus on posture and artistic lines. Timed to march-like 2/4 music.
Rumba
Slow, sensuous, romantic Latin dance. Competition focuses on hip movements and a clear rhythm. Basic timing is '4/4' with a slow-quick-quick pattern.
Bachata
Originating from the Dominican Republic, this dance emphasizes close body position and hip sways on every step. Generally danced to a 4/4 rhythm with a tap on the 4th beat.
Bolero
A Spanish dance with Cuban influences, characterized by smooth, sustained movements and dramatic poses. Timing is slow, at 4/4, with a rise and fall motion.
Cha-Cha-Cha
A Cuban dance with a steady, energetic rhythm. Dancers must maintain straight legs and sharp movements. The count is '2-3-4&1'.
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