The ballroom dance styles that are recognized by competitions can vary depending on each event's specifications and its location. According to the World Dance Council (WDC) and the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF), the two major governing bodies on competitive ballroom dance, the recognized standard dances are the waltz, foxtrot, tango, quickstep, and the Viennese waltz. The dances recognized in the Latin category include the samba, cha-cha-cha, rumba, paso doble, and the jive. A few additional dances are accepted and commonly competed at American- and Canadian-based competitions. These dance include East Coast swing, bolero, and mambo. Check out the full list of standard ballroom dances below. 8: The Waltz This is a closed-position dance in which couples glide across the floor in an effortless romantic manner. This dance was created in the streets of Vienna, Austria, and is sometimes referred to as the slow waltz. 7: The Foxtrot A dance created to complement the rag-time