House Dance is a highly energetic and improvisational dance style rooted in the underground house music scene of Chicago and New York during the 1980s. Known for its fast footwork, fluid movement, and deep groove, House Dance emphasizes freedom, rhythm, and connection to the music.
Foundational House Dance Moves
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Jack: Continuous torso groove/bounce — House’s heartbeat
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Pas de Bourrée: A triple-step crossing move borrowed from jazz
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Loose Legs: Fast alternating kicks with upper body flow
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Heel-Toe: Pivoting and gliding foot technique
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Farmer: A shuffling move with stomps and grooves
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Stomp: Powerful rhythmic step to punctuate beats
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Shuffle Step: Sliding footwork used in quick sequences
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Cross Step: Crossing feet while moving sideways
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Skate: A gliding motion mimicking skating
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Lofting: Fluid floor movements with rolls and slides