artistic

Originally dances are for religious practices and entertainment. At present, dances served as medium for competitions mainly for entertainment. Classifications are Ceremonial dances like the folk dances, Ballroom Dances, and contemporary dances.

sinurog, dugso, obando & subli.

Among American Indians- Eagle dance, Ring Dance, Snake Dance.

1.occupational

2.religious or ceremonial

3.comic dances

4.wedding dances

5.game dance

6.courtship dances

7.festival dances

8.war dance

Dance can be categorized in many ways like the number of dancers whether solo, partner, or group. It can also be categorized or by it's reason like a ceremonial dance, or erotic dance, performance dance, and social dance.