top of page

Commercial

Commercial dance is a bold, high-energy style often seen in music videos, live tours, television, adverts, social media content, and stage performances. It draws influence from styles such as jazz, hip hop, street dance, pop, funk, and contemporary, creating choreography that is expressive, current, and performance-focused.

This style places strong emphasis on confidence, musicality, personality, and stage presence. Dancers are encouraged to connect with the music, perform with attitude, and bring their own style to the movement. Commercial routines often include sharp accents, grooves, dynamic changes in energy, and expressive gestures that match the mood of the track.

Commercial dance can vary widely depending on the music and choreographer. Some routines may feel powerful and hard-hitting, while others may be smooth, stylish, playful, or theatrical. Because it is closely linked to popular culture, the style continues to evolve with trends in music, fashion, and entertainment.

Commercial dance is popular in classes, competitions, showcases, and professional performance work. It is an exciting and versatile style that helps dancers develop confidence, versatility, rhythm, and strong performance skills.

Affiliated Schools


Starlight Dance School

Contact Name: Rebecca Rigby

Email: rebeccarigby1@hotmail.com


Sanderson Dance

Contact Name: Jackie Bynert

Email: jess@sandersondance.co.uk

Natalie Tough School of Dance Ltd.

Contact Name: Natalie Tough

Email: natalietoughdance@hotmail.com


Awarding Bodies

80 The Strand
London
WC2R 0DT​

Tel: 020 3150 0005

Mail: info@bdsassociation.com

British DanceSport Association is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, registered in England & Wales (Company No. 14812869).

Join the BDSA free mailing list

Thanks for subscribing to our FREE mailing list. Please note, this is not a BDSA membership subscription.

Copyright © 2024 British DanceSport Association

bottom of page