To dance is one of the oldest rituals of mankind. What is counted as dancing and not, may differ between cultures. What dancing is differs between groups, even within the same country. We dance to express our emotions, it is a way to communicate our feelings. This is best achieved if the dancer feels a presence and able to really become one with the dance. To let go and allow the "dance", to dance just flowing with it. Dancing is also a way to perform and act, this is made in order to impress or to entertain. To practice is a very important for the show dancer. To come up with changes to the dance and evolve the repertory. On a social perspective, dance is a way to interact. To move together with music, is a good way to socialize with each other. Being on the same place and enjoy the same music, dressed up in an accustomed way. The behavior of the dancers, taking part in a community dancing, is most likely more important that the dance itself. Setting our bodies to work together, helps us to be part of something bigger than ourselves. Therefor dance and rhythm can be a key element in exercise and when doing labor.
