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JARABE
The Jarabe is a typical Mexican Folk dances. Usually done by a couple, it depicts a flirtation and conquest. It is well known in America by its other name, "The Mexican Hat Dance," the Mexican Jarabe is a descendant of the Spanish Zapateado, and its rhythm resembles that of a Mazurka. It is danced in 3/4 time.

JARANA
This folk dance of the Yucatan in Mexico is possibly closer to the melo-rhythmic foundation of the ancient Mexican songs than any other native air. The verses of the Jarana are often in the Mayan language; indeed, the word “Jarana” means merry chatter. It is exciting in its rhythm, which is based on a combination of 6/8 and 3/4 time. As an exhibition ballroom dance it can be placed alongside La Raspa and La Bamba, its cousins.

JITTERBUG
The Jitterbug is a toned down version of a Lindy Hop that is faster and happier than the American Rock 'n' Roll or Swing. However, the names Jitterbug and Lindy Hop are often used interchangeably.

JIVE
The Jive is an International competitive Swing dance with elements of the Lindy Hop and Jitterbug. It is characterized by up-tempo single time music danced with triple steps done primarily on the toes with very lively movement and is danced at a faster tempo than most swing dances.

JOTA
Native folk dance from Aragon, Spain, the Jota is performed by one or more couples and consists of hoppy steps in 3/4 time.

KANKUKUS
The Kankukus are Afro-Brazilian dances of the Mestiso Indians.

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