1. Cha-Cha-Cha (Cuban):
- Basic Steps:
- Forward Basic: Step forward on the 1st beat, close the feet on the 2nd, step forward on the 3rd, and tap in place on the 4th.
- Backward Basic: Step backward on the 1st beat, close the feet on the 2nd, step backward on the 3rd, and tap in place on the 4th.
- Side Basic: Step to the side on the 1st beat, close the feet on the 2nd, step to the side on the 3rd, and tap in place on the 4th.
2. Salsa (Cuban):
- Basic Steps:
- Cross Body Lead: Step forward on the 1st beat, step back on the 2nd, step to the side on the 3rd, and close the feet on the 4th.
- Side Basic: Step to the side on the 1st beat, close the feet on the 2nd, step to the side on the 3rd, and tap in place on the 4th.
- Back Basic: Step back on the 1st beat, close the feet on the 2nd, step back on the 3rd, and tap in place on the 4th.
3. Tango (Argentinean):
- Basic Steps:
- Open Promenade Position: Stand side-by-side with your partner, your left hand in your partner's right hand and your right hand placed on your partner's shoulder blade.
- Ocho Cortado: This is a figure-of-eight movement with the left foot leading.
- Sacada: This is a quick back-and-forth movement with the right foot.
4. Flamenco (Spanish):
- Basic Steps:
- Zapateado: This is a stamping movement that is done by alternating the right and left feet.
- Taconeo: This is a movement in which the dancer taps their partner on the foot with the heel of their other foot.
- Desplante: This is a movement in which the dancer takes a long, lunging step forward.
5. Bhangra (Indian):
- Basic Steps:
- Bhangra Step: This is a side-to-side bouncing movement that is done with the feet together.
- Jhumar: This is a hopping movement that is done by alternating the feet while keeping the knees slightly bent.
- Gidda: This is a circular movement that is done with the feet together and the arms raised overhead.
These are just a few examples of International Folk Dances, and there are many more that are enjoyed around the world.