Known dance genres that is influenced by African American artists includes tap dancing, cakewalk, swing, Hustle, funk and disco, and of course, the famous moonwalk performed by Michael Jackson that is considered to be an innovation of modern Hip Hop dances today. Inclusive In Dance Competitions The unique quality of African American dance has made it a highlight in many dance competitions today. Simply pick a side where you want to spin to, plant your lead foot on the floor, raise your heel, and simply turn your body. Lifting your heel ensures that you spin on the ball of your foot. Aside from that, you could also add a couple of hand gestures and hand movements along with your dance pattern. History The origin of swing dance actually dates back to the 1920 s when the black community discovered Lindy Hop and Charleston as they were dancing to the smooth music of Jazz. Jazz clubs gave an opportunity for dancers to explore swing dance, and pretty soon, different styles of swing dance were created. Similarities With Classical Ballet As mentioned earlier, modern ballet has taken some things from classical ballet, which is why it isn t that far fetched to think that there are some certain similarities between them. One of their similarities is that both dance styles uses the French language for some of their dance terms and vocabularies. Dances with Same Sex Partners The typical idea with partner dances is that it often involves two individuals of the opposite sex, which is a type of dance involving man and woman. But there are various types of partner dancing that involve two individuals of the same sex, particularly in several western societies. It wasn't long until its influences became felt across Afro-Brazilian generations, particularly in various Brazilian regions like Rio de Janeiro, Pernambuco, and Bahia. Performs of capoeira form a circle wherein each performer take turns in either ritually sparring, playing an instrument, or singing.