Brazil: 5 Popular Brazilian Dances to Get Loose With

If there is one thing Brazil is known for, it is the carnivals and its love for soccer. However, the country is also known for its traditional dances.

For such a large country with many cultural influences, Brazil has various dances for people to try and get jiggy with. While samba is the most well-known, there are plenty of other dances in this cultural powerhouse in South America.

Brazil: 5 Brazilian Dances to Get Your Groove On

Brazil's traditions are filled with song and dance. According to Soul Brazil, there are plenty of dance styles in this country, from the Afro style that takes inspiration from African dances introduced by Afro-Brazilians to traditional Brazilian dances like samba, as well as Capoeira, which is not just a style of dance, but also a martial art.

So, here are five Brazilian dances that tourists might want to try when in Brazil.

Samba

We are starting with the most obvious one, which is samba. It is not just a dance style but also a genre of music in Brazil. According to Culture Trip, it is best known for its fast footwork and flowing hip swings, which, when coupled with the beats of a steel drum, seem to leave spectators in a trance.

It is Brazil's most common dance and rhythm, which is known for being full of energy and vibrancy. This Brazilian dance has become so popular that it is known worldwide, with dance classes teaching samba being taught in many countries.

Carimbo

With this one, you should clear the living room as it may take some space. According to Tripster Panda, Carimbo is a collision of different cultures and experiences. It shows dance moves from pairs of dancers interacting with one another while maintaining formation.

This dance originated in the state of Para in northern Brazil. It is often classified as a traditional and indigenous dance, which is an "artistic expression of the Amazonian culture."

Forro

Much like samba, fast-paced footwork is needed in this dance, which originated in northeastern Brazil. Forro is usually performed in pairs and ranges from a slow, intimate side shuffle to a much more complex rhythm of fast footwork, swings, and jumps, bearing some similarities to the waltz.

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This type of dance utilizes the Afro style, though it has been described as a versatile dance that has spawned several variations across Brazil. Its various styles blend European and African influences and incorporate elements of other Latin dances, such as salsa, mambo, and rumba.

Lambada

This dance is also known worldwide. Thanks to the Brazilian pop sensation "Kaoma" and their song, "Lambada." It is a partner dance known for being sensual, filled with dips and flips. However, although it originates from Carimbo, it is much more known worldwide.

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Written by: Rick Martin

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