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Quadrille
A square dance performed typically by four couples and containing five figures, each of which is a complete dance in itself.
Cotillion
A social dance popular in the 18th century in Europe and America, originally for four couples in square formation. It was a courtly version of an English country dance.
Polonaise
A dance named after the French word for 'polish', involving partners dancing side by side through various choral figures.
Polka
A half-step dance in 2/4 time that originated in Poland or the former Czechoslovakia, popular in the early 19th century.
Waltz
A dance performed in triple time by single couples, featuring rhythmic turns on the dance floor.
Ragtime
A genre of music characterized by its syncopated melodic lines and regularly accented accompaniment.
Tango
A highly sensual dance performed by a couple with close body contact and direct eye contact.
Foxtrot
A dance featuring two slow steps followed by four quick steps.
Charleston
A dance done in 4/4 time that can be performed solo or with partners and is characterized by its walking-like simplicity.
Rumba
Considered the 'Grandfather of the Latin dances', known for its sensual hip movements and intense eye contact.
Cha-cha-cha
A Latin dance where dancers perform steps close to the floor, with relaxed hips and upper body shifting.
Samba
A dance characterized by its distinct bounce action and carefree movement from the knees and ankles.
Bossa Nova
A Latin dance in 2/4 syncopated time, combining samba rhythm and jazz.
Boogaloo
A dance style that combines Latin, African American, Rhythm and Blues, Rock'n'Roll, and Soul Music.
Twist
A dance characterized by free and provocative hip movements, reflecting individualism.
Hustle
A Cuban dance that originated in New York City, popularized in the movie Saturday Night Fever.
Locking
A style of hip-hop dance featuring acrobatic moves with exaggerated and rhythmic movements.
Popping
A dance style requiring knowledge of body isolations and rhythm, creating a jerky motion.
Breaking
Also known as breakdancing, incorporating toprock, downrock, and acrobatic moves.
Freeze
A pose in breakdancing that adds punctuation to dance routines and highlights beats.
Electric Boogie
A more complex style of popping creating jerky waves known for its difficulty.
Vogue
A form of modern dance inspired by fashion magazine poses created by the LGBTQ community.
Cheerdance
A physical activity combining various dance genres and gymnastic skills performed to cheer for teams.
Herkie
A jump where one leg extends out while the other remains bent, executed with rhythmic arm movements.
Toe Touch
A jump where the dancer attempts to touch their toes with their hands while airborne.
Pike
A jump position where the legs are extended in front with toes pointed and arms over the legs.
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