Map
Skating styles
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Northeast — New Jersey
NJ Trains
A signature Northeast group move.
Midwest — Chicago, Illinois (South Side rinks)
Chicago JB
Technical footwork, spins, and funk.
Southeast — Atlanta, Georgia
ATL Style
Swagger, bounce, and attitude.
Midwest — Detroit, Michigan
Detroit Style
Smooth circular glide, Motown on wheels.
Northeast — Philadelphia & South Jersey
Fast Backwards
Power reverse skating at speed.
Widespread (Midwest & East Coast strong)
Snapping
Punctuated stops into long glides.
South & Midwest
Striding
Power strides with bounce in the knees.
West Coast — California
Cali Slide
Long lateral slides, low and laid back.
South — Originated Louisville, Kentucky
Slow Walk
Hip-sway walking on skates.
Widespread (couples sessions)
Ballroom
Turns, patterns, dips, posture.
Widespread (California & Great Lakes roots)
Shuffle / Rexing
Fast shuffle steps and toe taps.
Midwest (Chicago influence)
Stepping / Group
Sequenced foot patterns in time.
Northeast — New York & New Jersey
NY House
Bouncy duos, trios, and trains.