Dance Fitness: Styles, History & Tempo Guide
Dance-based workouts taught in gyms and studios, from Zumba to pole fitness.
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Zumba
Colombia; company founded in Miami
Pole Dance
Circus, Chinese pole and mallakhamb traditions; modern pole fitness
Compare fitness styles
| Style | Origin | Meter | Tempo (BPM) | Difficulty | Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zumba | Colombia; company founded in Miami | 4/4 | 120–160 | Solo | |
| Pole Dance | Circus, Chinese pole and mallakhamb traditions; modern pole fitness | Varies | varies | Solo |
Tempo ranges are typical social and competition ranges; ballroom figures follow WDSF/NDCA bars-per-minute standards. Difficulty is our editorial estimate for adult beginners (1 = easiest).