Beginner: which dance to choose?

Different styles: which dance to choose?

Several dance styles coexist, so which dance should you choose when you are a beginner in the discipline? Modern jazz, contemporary, classical, salsa, tango, rumba, break dance, oriental dance, Tahitian dance, Bollywood dance, zumba, pole dance... We get lost! Each dance has its own characteristics so follow the guide. 

Timeless dances

The dances called timeless are the dance styles the most common and popular. Highly sought after and in demand, many people are moving towards the choice of dances Modern jazz, contemporary or even classical. We explain the different characteristics of these dances to you!

Modern jazz

Dance Modern jazz is a highly appreciated style of dance because it is originally a mix between African and European dances. 

The mixture of cultures makes Modern jazz dance a complete discipline, which calls on all members of the body. Hips, stomach, legs, arms, all members of the body are used when performing the choreographies. 

It's a dance free in the execution of movements but has some specific techniques to follow:

• jumps

• coordination 

• control 

• bent legs 

• limb mobility 

• etc.

Contemporary

There contemporary dance is an increasingly exploited style of dance, which gives complete free rein to your imaginationn and at the transmission of emotions.

To recognize contemporary dance, several characteristics differentiate it from other dance styles:

• performing numerous movements on the ground
• fluidity of movements

• freedom in the composition of choreographies

• theatrical choreographies

Each contemporary dancer performs his choreographies according to his experience, her feeling, his emotions and try to convey a message through body language. 

Classic 

There classic dance is a discipline relatively strict in her learning. Indeed, if you are rigorous, you can obtain good foundations from the start. 

The main characteristic of classical dance is that the upper body is straight and relatively stiff and that the movements are carried out by the arms and legs uniquely.

So, it is a sport that requires grace and delicacy to achieve choreography in the right way. 

Classical dance is a discipline for all, contrary to what prejudices say. No matter your sex, your fitness, your age, everyone is welcome in the discipline. There motivation, THE serious and the rigor are the only expected criteria.

Who says classical dance says classical musical register. If you want to get started in this style of dance, it is best toenjoy classical music because they will be at the origin of the choreographies that you will learn!

Don't put pressure on yourself, you can learn classical dance at your own pace and the more lessons you do, the more you will see progress !

Classical dance is the perfect sport for work the deep muscles. You can notify a improvement in your posture daily. 

Latin dances

Known around the world, Latin dances are generally couple dances (also called ballroom dancing or social dancing). Here we detail the characteristics of the tango, of the salsa and some rumba ! 

Tango

THE tango is one of the best-known Latin dances which is characterized bytwo-person improvisation choreography. 

From theLatin America, tango is danced on a relatively slow pace then fast then slow again. The whole dance is done in a manner sensual between the two partners.

Tango is thus a ballroom dance which has evolved diversified due to its popularity and there are now many different styles:

• argentinian tango

• finnish tango

• chinese tango

• etc.

Salsa

There salsa is a dance of African origin, calling on the sensual movement of the hips and the whole body. 

Originally, to dance salsa, it was enough to dance to the rhythm of the music being played. Little by little, dance became codified bydevelopment of specific figures. 

Salsa is generally danced in pairs but can also be danced alone or even in groups. 

It's a intense physical activity because thesequence of figures is done in a way fast and smooth. All the muscles of the body are used! 

The rumba

Originally from Cuba, the rumba is a sensual ballroom dance focused on precise hip movement. 

There are 3 different styles of rumba:

• guaguanco : rumba focused on a sensual game between woman and man
• columbia : group rumba, often danced in a circle
• yambu : slower rumba focused on seduction 

Urban dances

THE urban dances emerged in the 1970s in the United States and more precisely in the New York neighborhood of the Bronx. Very popular, the musical style to which they are similar makes more and more people want to get started. Focus on the culture Hip Hop and its most famous dance: the break dance !

Break dance

THE break dance is the dance derived from Hip Hop culture in the same way as the Popping or even the House Dance. 

The most popular dance in Hip Hop culture, breakdancing is a dance based on jerky body movements, acrobatics and ground figures. 

You can learn from choreographies and subsequently make battles which aim to confront 2 people or 2 groups in a dance competition by improvising choreographies. 

It's a dance suitable for everyone, regardless of age and level. Most often, the courses are divided into different levels and according to ages.

Traditional dances

There are a large number of traditional dances, testifying to the cultural wealth of countries, peoples or regions. We take stock of certain traditional dances: Oriental dance, there Tahitian dance and the Bollywood dance.

Oriental Dance

Originally from Egypt, there Oriental dance is a style of dance characterized by flexible hip movements, rotations and vibrations of the body in a sensual way. 

The choreographies of oriental dance are relatively free and not governed by strict rules. The whole thing is soak up the music and D'adjust movements to the vibrations of the music.

This discipline is accessible to everyone, both men and women, regardless of age or physical condition. It's your turn to give your own interpretation of oriental dance!

Tahitian dance

As its name suggests, the Tahitian dance is a traditional dance from Polynesia and more precisely to Tahiti.

THE body movements are divided into two parts : THE upper body and the lower body. The movements of the hands and arms have a strong meaning and tell a story. 

You must therefore have a good coordination but also an ability to delay movements.

As with oriental dance, there is no no specific rules as for the execution of the movements! It's up to you to give free rein to your creativity and to your imagination. 

Vibrate to traditional music and launch into Tahitian dance.

Bollywood dance

There Bollywood dance is an original dance Indian and which was created for the Indian cinema. It is considered a mixture between several Indian dances and some Western dances.

Unlike Oriental and Tahitian dances, Bollywood dance is very choreographed, with a lot of dynamism. All parts of the body are involved, making it a dance physical.   

If you want to dance, have fun, let off steam and learn a culture, traditional dances may be perfect for you!

Sports dances 

THE sports dances are a good balance between sport and the artistic side. You exercise to dynamic music while working your muscles and your cardio with more freedom!

Zumba

Combination of several dances mentioned previously, the Zumba is a dance called athletic because it is based on the self-improvement and energy. Good fitness exercise, zumba uses all your muscles!

It has many benefits such asimproved cardio, endurance and coordination but also the strengthening of all muscles (calves, thighs, glutes, abdominals, back and arms).

The different styles of music follow one another and the steps are in coordination with the rhythm. The goal is to surpass yourself while dancing and swaying your hips!

Pole dancing

There pole dancing is an activity physical and artistic which revolves around movements performed on a vertical bar. This style of dance mixes both the fitness, there dance and the gymnastic.

Everyone is free to start pole dancing because it is for everyone! Nevertheless, it is a very physical activity which requires training to achieve the figures around the bar. 

Start at your own pace to increase your skills little by little! Thanks to pole dancing, you will gain flexibility, cardio, core and muscles!

How to make a choice ? 

Now that you know all the specificities of the different dances, all you have to do is make a choice! But how do you go about it, especially if all the dances attract your curiosity? We give you some tips to get there.

According to your objectives

To know which dance to choose, start with determine your personal goals regarding this sport. 

Would you like to start dancing for yourself build muscle ? For improve your cardio ? For discover a possible new passion ? For you let off steam ? 

You must ask yourself all the necessary questions, which will subsequently allow you toguide your choice towards certain dance styles more than others. 

According to your desires and tastes 

Once you have set your goals, you must review your desires but also your tastes. So, some dances may not suit your style. way of being and your character. 

If you still can't figure out, you can: test classes in dance clubs before you officially register! You will have a more global vision of the styles that attract you.

Depending on your available time

Certain dance styles require more or less time in learning of discipline. A attendance special attention may be required to achieve effective improvement. 

You must therefore set your schedule taking into account your obligations and the time you can free up for your dance classes. 

Why dance? 

As seen previously, the dance styles are varied and allow everyone to find what they are looking for. Thus, dance is a ideal sport for the good health of your body but also allows give free rein to your artistic side. 

We explain the many benefits dance which will allow you to launch yourself into this discipline with motivation!

Tone your body

The first benefit of dance is obviously the sporty side. Like any sport, dance will allow you to strengthen your muscles, ofimprove your cardio but also your flexibility.

Thus, thanks to the strengthening of deep muscles, your bones are solidified, your posture is improved and the risk of injury is reduced. 

Improve your sense of rhythm 

It is true that to dance, it can be important tohave a good sense of rhythm and an good ability to listen to music. 

However, nothing is lost because the sense of rhythm is worked on ! The more you immerse yourself in the world of music and dance, the more your musical ear will develop naturally.

In fact, the choreographies are created according to the rhythm of the chosen music. To be able to capture the different tones therefore allows respect all the steps and above all to be in harmony with the other dancers. 

You find that you don't have a sense of rhythm, don't panic! Discover our article to learn to dance when you don't have the rhythm.

Let off steam and clear your mind 

Doing sport is also the time for you to let off steam ! Dance is a sport that allows you to clear your mind and not to think only about yourself and your body. 

Leave aside your daily life, your sources of stress and anxiety and let yourself be carried away by the tempo ! You will see that after a dance class you will feel both light physically and mentally. 

The more you indulge in discipline, the more you will gain trust in you, in your abilities and in your body!

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