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International Latin:  International Latin is composed of five dances -  the Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Paso Doble, and Jive - that are danced by partners both competitively and socially.  Cha Cha, Rumba and Samba originate from Latin America while the Paso Doble came from Europe and the Jive came from North America.  In keeping with the origination of these dances, the term "Latin American" is an abbreviation of "Latin and American" and not a reference to the region of Latin America.  Dance scholars have universalized the international dances by defining, naming and notating the steps of the dances, categorizing them into levels, and creating standards for tempo and rhythm.  
   
Cha Cha Rumba Samba Paso Doble Jive
 
Don-Herbison Evans' History of Latin American Dancing
  

 

 

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