International Dance Day 2022: 4 Dance forms that have become increasingly popular

International Dance Day is observed on April 29 every year. This day celebrates the sheer joy that dance brings into our lives and how it is an important way of expressing ourselves and breaking the monotony of our otherwise dull lives.

So, on this occasion, have a look at some of the most popular dance forms and their characteristics.

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Bachata

Bachata is a type of dance that involves sensual moves that require a lot of power and strength. It is usually done with a partner and involves a lot of hip movements.

Hip hop

This dance form involves a lot of freestyle movements and focuses on the beats of the music. The 3 main styles of this dance form include locking, popping and breaking.

Jazz

Jazz is a type of dance that requires the dancer to keep their body tight and straight. It involves a lot of precise movements and is expressive and fluid as a dance form.

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Ballet

Ballet is characterised by precise and graceful movements. It requires a lot of training to get the nuances right and to master the poses.