International Dance Day: Most popular forms, benefits and 3 ways to celebrate the occasion
International Dance Day is an annual event held on April 29 to promote dance and its cultural relevance around the world. This celebration is recognized as a day to honor dance's diversity, creativity, and ability to unite people.
The world is home to many different dances, each with its own distinctive style, rhythm, and cultural importance. Let us delve into the most popular international style of dance, the benefits of dancing, and also about the three ways to celebrate the occasion.
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Most popular forms of dance
The partner dancing "English" style is called the International Style. After you have a basic understanding of the American Style, you typically learn this style. Although it is most frequently used in competitions, many people also like to dance this way in social settings.
International Style has a standard category that includes the following styles Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep, and Viennese Waltz. Let’s ponder over the styles.
Waltz
The International Waltz is beautiful, entertaining, and exquisite. You will learn poise and grace through this dance. The International Waltz is distinct from the American Waltz in that it maintains closed positions throughout the whole dance. You can perform Waltz at weddings, charity events, ballroom dances, and other occasions.
Tango
The International Tango is a very exciting, emotional, and dynamic dance. The forceful and rhythmic tempo of the tango will swiftly engulf you. Tango can be performed on the social or competitive floor, however, we advise social dancers to start by studying the American style.
Foxtrot
The International Foxtrot is graceful, fluid, and smooth. This style of Foxtrot is primarily danced in competitions, although expert social performers will also include it in their repertoire because it can be performed to cultural Foxtrot music.
QuickStep
The Quickstep is very exciting and enjoyable! However, we do recommend that you be fluent in Foxtrot before learning Quickstep. This way you will enjoy learning and dancing this great smooth dance!
Viennese Waltz
A timeless rapid Waltz in the traditional style! Although this Viennese waltz is extremely elegant, because of its rapid pace, we strongly advise learning the slow waltz first. At a 'Strauss Ball', Viennese Waltz will be used both socially and competitively.
Benefits of Dancing
1. Dancing benefits both physically and emotionally.
2. It helps to stay active and improves cardiovascular health, coordination, and balance.
3. It reduces stress, promotes relaxation, and improves emotional well-being by boosting your self-esteem.
3 ways to celebrate the occasion
Attend a dance performance
Celebrating International Dance Day includes many ways to get involved and appreciate the art. The predominant way is to attend a dance performance or show and witness the beauty and diversity of different dance styles.
Take a dance class
Taking a dance class is one of the ways to celebrate International Dance Day. You can take the class, either in-person or online, and learn a new dance style or improve your existing skills. Dance classes are a great way to meet new people, socialize, and have fun while staying active.
Appreciation for the art
Children can start taking dance lessons at a very young age. Encourage your children to audition for a dancing team! It helps to improve your physical fitness and increases your self-confidence.