Within these branches, there are twelve separate faculties, each specialising in a particular dance category.

This compares to other major dance categories based on purpose:

It is described differently in various dance categories.

An axel turn is a part of the dance category of turning jumps.

The dance used to be included into the American Smooth competitive dance category.

Dancesport within the association is divided in three dance categories.

The hand holds and positions are much more open and free than in the compulsory and original dance categories.

The dance categories vary somewhat by region, but general categories are as follows:

There are two distinct dance categories called round dance.

The promenade position is described differently in various dance categories.