Sports dance is also called "international standard ballroom dance". One of the sports. It is a walking duet competition with men and women as partners. There are two events and ten kinds of dances. Modern dance groups include waltz, Viennese waltz, tango, foxtrot and quickstep, while Latin dance groups include rumba, cha-cha, samba, cowboy and bullfighting. Every dance has its own steps and styles. According to the music and movement requirements of various dances, combine them into their own complete sets of movements.

[Edit this paragraph] Historical origin

Standard ballroom dancing originated from ancient folk dance, and experienced the evolution of duet, circle dance, progressive dance and group dance, and became a widely circulated ballroom dance. 19 After the 1920s, the Royal Association of Dance Teachers standardized the original "dance types", "dance steps" and "dancing postures", and formulated the competition methods before the formation of international standard ballroom dancing, and held the first world standard ballroom dancing championship in Berlin, Germany on 1947. Now it has developed into a highly artistic and skillful competitive event.

[Edit this paragraph] style feature

The competition is divided into two types: team competition and individual competition, which are conducted according to the procedures of preliminary competition (elimination competition), semi-final competition (qualification competition) and final competition (ranking competition). The team competition consists of 8 pairs of male and female athletes from each participating unit, and the competition is conducted in order. Individual competition is divided into professional group and amateur group, and they compete with different requirements respectively. There are also different regulations on the types of competition dances. The site is 23m long and15m wide. During the competition, athletes' performance was evaluated according to music rhythm, basic body posture, dance movements, mastery of melody, understanding of music and dance steps. The music of sports dance does not exceed 4 minutes and 30 seconds. Depending on the scale of the competition, there will be 5-9 referees, who will score according to the basic skills, musical expression, dance style, dance arrangement, live performance and stadium effect stipulated by international referee standards. 1992, the international standard ballroom dancing was once listed as an Olympic performance. International standard ballroom dancing was introduced to China in 1930s and developed rapidly in 1980s. Exchange activities were carried out with Japan, the United States, Britain and other countries. 1987 held the first national international standard ballroom dancing competition. The first national sports dance championship was held in 199 1. Sports dance major in art test is a new major, including modern dance and Latin dance. For those who are enrolled by the state, cultural courses take the national unified college entrance examination, and professional courses need to take the professional examinations organized by the school. Sports dance can apply for several schools at the same time, and students are suitable for teaching, training, guidance, training and management in ordinary universities, middle schools, fitness clubs, cultural (art) museums, mass organizations and scientific research units. In order to cultivate excellent sports dance talents and meet the social demand for sports dance professionals, major professional colleges and universities in China have set up sports dance majors to recruit art candidates who graduated from high school to enter universities for further study. This provides a new way for a large number of candidates to enter colleges and universities through the art examination. At present, Qingdao Oriental Beauty Model Art School is a well-known school engaged in sports dance professional training. There are many colleges and universities that recruit sports dance candidates, including Beijing Sport University, Guangdong Ocean University, Guangzhou Sport University, South China Normal University, Shandong Normal University and Shanghai Sport University.

[Edit this paragraph] Dance classification

modern dance

Modern dance. One of the sports dance events. The contents include waltz, Viennese waltz, tango, foxtrot and quickstep. It is characterized by starting from the close-fitting grip and marching counterclockwise along the dance line. The footwork is standardized and rigorous, the upper body and crotch remain relatively stable and straight, and various dance movements such as forward, backward, sideways, rotation and modeling are completed. There is a dignified and elegant gentleman demeanor. Most of the tunes are lyrical and beautiful, with a strong sense of melody. Dressed elegantly, men usually wear tuxedos, and women wear knee-length fluffy dresses.

Latin Dance (Latin)

One of the sports dance events. The content includes rumba, cha-cha, samba, cowboy and bullfighting. Its characteristic is that couples can be close or separated. They each change direction and angle radially within a fixed range to express dance. The footwork is flexible and changeable, and various dances complete various steps and show various styles through different technical requirements for crotch and body swing. The dance is charming and elegant. Lively and enthusiastic style. The melody is romantic, lively and warm, with a strong sense of rhythm. Romantic and free to dress, men wear tight or loose clothes, with short tops and long bottoms, and women wear tight skirts, revealing the curvaceous beauty of women. Latin dance is also called Latin style dance or free ballroom dance. It is a warm, romantic, energetic and fiery artistic expression with distinctive characteristics formed by Latin American people in the long history. There is a large space for free play, which is a kind of dance art with moving shoulders, abdomen, waist and buttocks, including rumba, cha-cha, samba, bullfighting and cowboy.

Waltz (waltz)

Represented by W., it is also called "slow three step". One of the modern dance competitions. The dance music is beautiful and lyrical, with a rhythm of 3/4 adagio, 28 ~ 30 bars per minute. Three beats per bar is a set of dance steps, each beat is a step, the first beat is a remake, and the three steps are a ups and downs cycle. Through the movements of knees, ankles, palms, heels and toes, combined with the lifting, tilting and swinging of the body, the dance steps are driven to move, making the dance steps undulating and elegant. This is a variation of the Viennese waltz (Fast Three Steps). /kloc-in the middle of the 0/9th century, the Viennese waltz spread to the United States. At that time, the United States advocated slow and beautiful dance and music, so it gradually turned the fast-paced Viennese waltz into a melodious and slow waltz with expressive melody, and the dance also became a continuous and sliding slow rhythm, which is now the waltz.

Vienna Waltz

Represented by v., it is also called "three paces". One of the modern dance competitions. Dance music has a smooth and gorgeous melody and a relaxed and lively rhythm. The rhythm is 3/4 beats, with 56-60 bars per minute and three beats per bar. The first beat is a remake and the fourth beat is a second beat. The basic steps are six beats and six steps, the second paragraph is a cycle, and the first paragraph is a ups and downs. The basic action is to quickly rotate left and right, and complete reflexive, tilting, swinging and lifting skills. The dance steps are smooth and light, swaying and full of passion. The dance is elegant and solemn. A peasant dance originated in Austria, which is called "round dance" because men and women dance in a circle with their waist and shoulders supported in pairs. The famous johann strauss wrote many famous waltzes for waltzes.

Tango (tango)

One of the modern dance events represented by T. 2/4 beat rhythm, 30 ~ 34 bars per minute. Two beats per bar, the first beat is a remake. There are quick steps and slow steps, with quick steps accounting for half a beat, expressed by Q; Take a beat slowly, denoted by S, and the basic rhythm is slow, slow, fast, fast and slow (S, S, Q, Q, S). There is a pause in the rhythm of dance music, emphasizing syncopation; The dance steps are abrupt and powerful, natural and unrestrained; No ups and downs, no ups and downs, no rotation; Serious expression, glance left and right, head flashing action. Originated from Argentine folk, it was introduced to the upper class in Europe in the 20th century, and then it became popular all over the world.

foxtrot

Also known as "Fox". One of the modern dance events represented by F. The dance music is lyrical and smooth, with a rhythm of 4/4 beats, 28-30 bars per minute, and four beats per bar, with the first beat being a remake and the third beat being a second beat. The basic steps are four beats and three steps, and every four beats are a cycle. Fast and slow, the first step is slow (S), accounting for two beats; The second step and the third step are quick steps (Q), each taking a beat. The basic rhythm is slow, fast and fast (s, q, q). Complete the ups and downs with the movements of ankle, sole and palm toe, and pay attention to reflexive, shoulder guide and tilting techniques. The dance steps are smooth and smooth, the stride is wide, and the dance is elegant, calm and elegant, like flowing water. The 20th century originated in Europe and America, and became popular all over the world. It is said that it was created by imitating the walking habits of foxes.

quick step

One of the modern dance events represented by Q. The dance music is cheerful and bright, with light and flexible steps and strong sense of jumping. It is a light and cheerful dance in sports dance. The rhythm is 4/4 beat, with 50 ~ 52 bars per minute. Four beats per bar, the first beat is a remake, and the third beat is a remake. There are quick steps and slow steps. The trot is represented by q, and the duration is one beat; Slow walking is indicated by s, and the duration is two beats. The basic rhythm is slow and slow. Quick, quick, slow. The combination of dance steps includes jumping, swinging legs, sliding and so on. Originated in the United States, it was popular in Europe, America and even the world in the 20th century.

Rumba (rumba)

One of the Latin dance events represented by R. The rhythm is 4/4 beat, with 27 ~ 29 bars per minute. Four beats per bar. The melody of music is characterized by the strong beat falling on the fourth beat of each bar. The dance steps start from the fourth beat and consist of a slow step and two quick steps. Take three steps in four beats, take two beats slowly (the fourth beat and the first beat in the next bar), and take one beat quickly (the second beat and the third beat). Swing your crotch three times. Hip movement is an "∞"-shaped swing from one foot to the other. Has a graceful, graceful and lyrical style. Its appearance was closely related to dances in Spain and Africa, and it was later developed in Cuba.

Qiaqia

Represents one of the Latin dance competitions. The rhythm is 4/4 beat, with 30 ~ 32 bars per minute. Four beats per bar, and the strong beat falls on the first beat. Four beats and five steps, including two slow steps and three quick steps. The first step is to step on the second beat, and the time value accounts for one beat; Take a beat in the second step: take a half beat in the third and fourth steps; Step five, take the beat and step on the first beat of the dance music. The crotch swings to both sides six times per bar. Dance music is full of passion, neat dance steps, fast pace and humor. Originated in Africa, then introduced into Latin America and developed in Cuba.

Samba (samba)

One of the Latin dance events represented by S. The dance music is cheerful and enthusiastic, with a rhythm of 2/4 beat or 4/4 beat, with 52 ~ 54 bars per minute. The strong beat falls on the second beat or the fourth beat of each bar. Complete a basic dance step in each bar. The dance steps are alternately completed between full-foot stepping and half-foot stepping. The whole body swings back and forth through knee flexion and extension and moves around the field along the dance line, which belongs to "wandering" dance. It is characterized by great mobility, strong sense of dynamic rhythm, compact gait and passionate style. Originated in Brazil, it is the annual carnival dance in Brazil.

bullfight dance

One of the Latin dance events represented by p. Music is a sonorous, majestic, vivid and powerful Spanish March. The rhythm is 2/4 beat, with 60 ~ 62 bars per minute. One beat, one step, eight beats and one cycle, characterized by large flow of dance steps and marching around the field along the dance line. Quot wandering dance. Dance tall and straight, no crotch movements, excessive knee flexion and extension. Ankle and sole flat on the ground to complete the dance steps. It is characterized by clear movements, strong sense of strength, quick force and fast pace. It originated in France and prevailed in Spain. It was created according to the bullfighting scene in Spain. The man is a matador, majestic, and the woman is a red cloak, full of heroic spirit and full of femininity.

swing dance

Represents j, one of the Latin dance competitions. The melody is cheerful and jumping, with a rhythm of 4/4 beats, 42 ~ 44 bars per minute, six beats and eight steps. It consists of basic dance steps such as stepping, merging, jumping and turning. The sole of the foot is required to step on the ground, and the waist and crotch are required to swing like a pendulum. It is characterized by agile dance steps, free jumping, relaxed, enthusiastic and cheerful dance. Originated in the United States, it was originally a tap dance by cowboys in the western United States. The popularity of jazz in the 1950s accelerated and improved this dance, but it still maintained the vigorous, romantic and bold style of cowboys in the American West.