Dance, the movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music and within a given space, for the purpose of expressing an idea or emotion, releasing energy, or simply taking delight in the movement itself.

Dance is a powerful impulse, but the art of dance is that impulse channelled by skillful performers into something that becomes intensely expressive and that may delight spectators who feel no wish to dance themselves.

Dance in its application an art form and sport challenges the body and mind to perform movements of exceptional skill, power and grace.