Most Latin dances originated in Latin America. Compared to typical Ballroom dances, Latin dances are generally faster-paced, more sensual, and devoid of travelling. Time is generally 4/4. Couples stand face-to-face. Music may be Latin American traditional or contemporary popular music.
Latin dances include:
- Cha cha
- Rumba
- Samba (dance) (comes in different flavors, particularly as danced in Brazil vs. international leisure and competitive dance)
- Paso Doble (of Spanish gypsy origin. Nowadays less seen outside competitive dancing.)
- Jive (basically a domesticated offspring of the Swing dances)
- Salsa (not a member of the modern International Latin section; instead, often seen practically forming a "Caribbean" section in its own right with Merengue, Bachata and others.)
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