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Modern Jive was developed in the United Kingdom during the 1980s at three London clubs: Ceroc, Le Roc, and Cosmopolitan Jive. The style was based on a type of Jive that evolved in France after World War II when American dances such as the jitterbug were popular due to the presence of the American military.[1][2]

Modern Jive was not created in France, but its origin owes something to the French version of Le Bop. The dance commonly known as Modern Jive is different from Le Bop, a high tempo dance. Michel Ange Lau played a major role in the change from Le Bop to Modern Jive at a club called Centre Charles Peguy). Two British people, James Cronin and Christine Keeble, saw Le Bop in France and wanted to learn the dance when they returned to London. They were among Lau's students. The style of music played at discos was changing, and high tempo dances like Rock and Roll and Le Bop were becoming less popular.

The change in music prompted the birth of Modern Jive; in 1980 Lau and the Le Bop dancers changed the timing of Le Bop, causing a revolution in the dance. This change in timing not only allowed Lau and his students to dance to a much larger variety of music but also to create more intricate moves.[3]

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Jive music, as a dance style, often draws inspiration from various North American musical genres like swing, contemporary, and rock-and-roll. It's characterized by its upbeat tempo and energetic rhythm, typically found in music with a 4/4 time signature. While jive can be danced to a wide range of tempos, it generally moves at a faster pace, with triple steps and kicks, distinguishing it from slower, more expressive styles like rock 'n' roll.

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Jive (North American social dance)

Particularly in Western Canada the term “Jive” is often used in reference to a fast social swing dance using single side steps and “quick, quick, slow, slow” rhythm.

This North American Jive is a very fun, adaptable dance that is danced socially and is known by many different names depending on where you live. This dance is discussed in the American Style Swing section.

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For Jive dancing in North America, comfortable, breathable clothing and shoes that allow for smooth movement are key, especially for beginners. Avoid anything too restrictive or that might cause discomfort during dancing. For shoes, smooth-soled shoes are generally recommended to help with turns and spins, though not necessarily specialized dance shoes at first.

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Modern Jive adapts moves from other dance styles such as West Coast Swing, Salsa, Ballroom and Latin. The key to understanding Modern Jive is the beginner moves. These 20-plus moves continually reinforce the absolutes to the dance. The consistencies allow modern jive dancers to dance together, despite their preferences.

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Dutch Open 11/2022 ｜CHACHA｜SIRIUS & YILINKA｜Netherlands ｜

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The Most Energetic JIVE by kids - Mark & Stella - US Nationals 2022

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RTSF 2020 Rock That Swing Ball (Saturday) – Rockabilly Jive / Boogie Woogie – Dietmar & Nellia

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Jive is important because it's a fun and energetic dance form with a rich history and cultural significance, offering a unique blend of swing, blues, and jazz influences. It's known for its playful partnering, lively footwork, and infectious energy, making it a popular social dance and a competitive ballroom dance