FAQ About Influence of Jazz on Global Dance Styles

While jazz directly influences dance styles, it has also impacted fitness and martial arts-inspired dance forms. Programs like Zumba, which integrates world rhythms including jazz, demonstrate jazz's influence by incorporating dance elements into fitness routines. Additionally, jazz's rhythm and movement principles can be seen in capoeira, a Brazilian martial art that blends dance and music, showcasing jazz's broader impact beyond traditional dance forms.