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Latin dance is not just a dance, are different countries that want to grow and give stuff
about their culture. Latin American dances reflect a culture without confines. Latindances
express the strength and aboveall feeling, and it is unique, not for nothing has reached more than
one continent. Physically it helps us maintain our healthy body, externally and internally; a good
example of this would be the rhythm “zumba”. In the social categorydance can form groups of
good friends, for example; thanks to many years to be part of different dance groups, had many
opportunities to meet many people and learn more about this issue.
The LatinAmerican dance has crossed borders, has come to conquer more than a country,
with its different rhythms, it captivates us. Every Latin country has many types of dance; moving
fast or slower, romantic or dynamic. The Latin rhythms dance with sensual movements of hip
sand legs. In recent years Latin American dance has had an unprecedented global movement.
Salsa, merengue, tango, samba, bachata, mambo. Some of Latin rhythms exports have been stars
at parties and clubs around the world, it is almost impossible to resist thejoy, sensuality, warmth
and the wealth of feelings expressed by the Latin rhythm. For many Latin American music
rhythms in their blood awaken all the dance moves, especially when it comes to demonstrating
their bodily skills and attributes (Anna).
When we speak of Latin dance, we're not only talking about a country, if not all countries
in and outside Latin America. All Hispanics look to grow our customs and dancing is one of the
most remarkable, because in modern time’s Latin dance clubs have been growing every day and
has cast more often sense the presence of people from another culture the interest in learning
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Especiallyin Latin America,are admiredfor their easeof dance in thewaist and
hipmovement, so that many would argue thatthesepeople are born withmusical rhythmin the
blood. “The music and Latin rhythms as we have saidare varieddifferentgenrespresentedthe
music market haveto competeevery hardtocompounds andrhythmscreatedby Latino
artistsbutlikeother genres.
Sometimesand oftensaturatethe market withcommercialratesor
rhythmscannedasthecommonly called, this means that ratesaretaken, or acombination
ofrhythmsto produce otherpeopleeasilyrecognize them (Luis).
“Latin dances are generally faster-paced, more sensual, and have more rhythmic expression. The
Latin dances are for couples, typically a man and a woman. Partners sometimes dance in a
closed, tight position, and sometimes hold only one hand. Latin dancing, as Latin music, is sultry
and physical. Quick paced rhythms and playful movements make the various Latin dances
endlessly entertaining, sometimes even breathtaking”.
Latin dancing is considered one of the liveliest and most enthusiastic types of dancing in
the world, both in terms of music and choreography. It plays a major role in Latin American
culture, mainly because Latin dancing exists not only as a form of entertainment, but as a
metaphor for social unity and identity.
Latin dance has been involved in all Latin cultures in the world, one of the most studied
fine arts for men and women who have been interested in that spell that bewitches all participants
and spectators, for this reason, the tradition of dancing in an extremely effective force to study
the culture.
“Thus, as mentionedis verydifficult to compete inthe music market, by the saturationof
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Healthy competition in themusic market. Throughoutthe historyoftradeand
radialvisualrhythmswehavemoved fromdifferent artists, they areusuallyCaribbean rhythmsthat
have always beenimposed uponothers, today the genre ofreggaetonisvery attachedto what
isRapfusionwith theReggaeofwhich there are manyexamples ofthis genre.Hislyrics are
veryaudibleasocialnoneconformitanda prominence audiblebetweengang member’s andtheirethnic
or racialgroup. The rhythmsof thisgenre calledReggaetonare very contagiousto like aboutthe
acceptance often agers andyoung adultsfor theirirreverentlyrics andcontent”. The acceptabilityof
the peopleand other culturesother than our ownare also showninterest inlistening toour music,
and in everyLatin countryshows theopening ofschoolsandLatin rhythmdancetopeople outside
ourculture (Dan).
Personally, is a form of art where you use whole body movement, usually with lively
music as a form of expression, social interaction, for entertainment, also is a form of
communication, since it is use non-verbal language between humans, where the dancer expresses
feelings and emotions through their movements and gestures, dancing is life every move that
leaves our body is like a flowing feeling; dancing helps us to forget some of our problems and on
the other side is like exercise, also makes alow-intensitycardioand graduallydevelopsphysical
coordination. In addition to beingagood choiceto reduce stressandovercome shyness, dance
stimulates blood circulationand improves flexibility and endurance. Undoubtedly,there is no
better source of health that dance. "Their inclusionshould be inwhat doctors’call"heart-
healthylifestyles' as a member whowill contribute to improvedphysical health,and especially
incertain groups such asthe elderly’’.Latin dancecan help us inimportant wayssuch
as:personal,physicaland social (Sanchez).

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Social benefits such as: the opportunity to interact and share ahobbywith a partner, gives
us new experiences. Physicalbenefit: It increases muscle strengthand bone, causing greaterrange
of motionwhiledecreasingthe riskof osteoporosis, contributesto a betterposture andbody
alignment.”There are a lot of forms of entertainment to help one relax and dance is one of them.
For some, dancing not only a form of entertainment but a passion. Dance is one of the most
beautiful forms of art that has grown in leaps and bounds while capturing the interest of a large
audience. Learning to dance is not something that can be done overnight, it is something that
requires professional and experienced trainers to help you learn from the very basic” (Mike).
Dance has many forms and style and one can go on with its long list. Every dance form
has its own identity with a different appeal to it. With so many people interested in this form of
art, every country has a distinctive fashion about its dance style and some have become so
popular that they have crossed borders to be adopted and experienced in regions worldwide.
Being gained popularity, dance has not only been a mode of entertainment, it has become one
ofthe most lucrative professions as well. Today, there are social events and dance competitions
held that offer the participants a great monetary benefit apart from recognition and fame.
Is more than one author describing Latin Dance as a dance rather than a new culture
gradually becomingknown internationally, Many of them such as Luis Jaramillo defined the
Latin dance as “sequences of body movements, non-verbal patterns determined byLatin cultures,
which have a purpose and that are intentionally rhythmic aesthetic value in the eyes of those who
witness it.”
“Latin dance is popular the world over for its flair, drama, and sensuality, is bright,
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Regardless of skill. Great Latin dancers are a joy to watch, and Latin dance has become a
popular category of competitive ballroom dancing”.
"The Latin dance is a wonderful culture, has a lot to show, it is unique, my purpose like
Latin dance teacher is to give opportunity to countries that are not Latin and they can learn about
our dance, I certainly think that the Latin dance is going to stay in our life to keep opening more
internationals doors, and to keep growing like culture”. (Sanchez Martin)
Latin dance can be described in words as art, as each of their styles is unmatched, are
extravagant, original, striking and at the same time fun. Dances that are usually framed
admiration of all spectators, without a doubt the Latin dance is a truly international art “Our
Latin dance and culture goes out all over the world”. (Rohter Larry)
Latin dance will continue seeking to connect cultures, leaving behind languages, customs
and more. Our dance is an inspiration of our people, our roots, inspiration that we want to present
all over the world to show that Latinos are rich in rhythms, we movements and dancing inside.
In conclusion Latin dance has come to cross borders and conquered many countries for
its originality, it’s more of a rhythm is a unique to experience and fun beyond can be a benefit to
our health. Their only goal is to break boundaries and be the largest Latino art. As I said and I'll
keep saying I DO NOT LIVE TO DANCE, I DANCETO LIVE.

6. Work Cited
Anna, piper. “History of Latin dance.” 01.31.2011
<http://linos.edu.au>
Dan, Clark. “About Latin Dances.” Jan.2009
http://www.ehow.com
Luis, Jaramillo. “Dance and Dance” March.2012
http://www.efdeportes.com
Mike, Rose. “Dance-A Beautiful Form of Act.” Oct.10.2011
<http://www.latin.mikes-musings.net>
Rohter, Larry. “It Happened One Night at the Cheetah.” 08.21.12
http://www.ebscohost.com
Sanchez, Luque. “Los beneficios del baile.” March.12.2012
https://www.danzaballet.com
Sanchez, Martin. “Personal Interview.” 04.27.12
sanchezmagallonmartin@gmail.com
Karen Acero-Torres
Ms. Grace, Jackson
05.21.12