Latin Jazz Dance is a passionate, energetic dance style that combines elements of Latin American dances and Jazz Dance. It brings together rhythmic diversity, strong body control, expressiveness, and improvisation – just like the music it is danced to.
Characteristics of Latin Jazz Dance
Rhythm and Musicality: Danced to Latin Jazz music, usually with Afro-Cuban or Brazilian rhythms (e.g., Mambo, Salsa, Rumba, Bossa Nova). The movements are closely linked to the music’s rhythm, often very percussive.
Movement Style
Fast footwork, hip movements, and isolations (e.g., isolated movements of the rib cage, shoulders, hips).
Combination of Jazz technique (e.g., turns, jumps, kicks) and Latin American dance steps (e.g., Salsa basics, Rumba walks, Mambo steps).
Expressive, sensual, and powerful all at once.