use gesture, facial expression, and controlled movements in order to execute their movements and emotions fully.

Roots in the clubs of Chicago in the late 70’s and early 80’s. The main styles include Footwork, Jacking and Lofting.

Dancers 'fight' against each other on the dance floor without contact and take turns trying to show each other up.

Creates more complex geometric patterns involving interaction between multiple limbs.

Free, expressive, exaggerated, and highly energetic movement. "to release anger, aggression and frustration positively, in a non-violent way.''

Evolved as part of hip-hop culture among Black and Latino American youths in the South Bronx during the 1970s.

Freezing from a fast movement and "locking" in a certain position.

Continuous contraction of the muscles to the beat to give a jerky/snapping effect.

Late 60’s as a reaction to the fusion of Soul and Disco, as well as early R’&’B and Hip Hop music.

Foot shuffles, spins, turns, freestyle movements, sudden body movements called "jerks" and hand gestures called "burns".