| Origin | Mid-20th century |
| Revivals | Retro dance moves, modern dancers rediscovering its dynamic techniques |
| Influence | Disco • Hip hop |
| Dance style | Four-on-the-floor |
| Current status | Less popular today, but recent revivals exist |
| Popular genres | Rock • Swing • Jazz |
| Characteristics | Intricate footwork • First four beats of a 4/4 musical time signature • Showmanship • Contagious energy |