Classical ballets roots can be traced to the 15th and 16th century during the Italian Renaissance, many styles now, such use ballet techniques as their basis.
Techniques of ballet have been built up over the years. Ballet dancers are strong and flexible, there movements are controlled, precise and very elegant.
Some Dancers opposed the rigid hierarchy of ballet, such as Isadora Duncan. Her movement was deep and grounded, unlike the lightweight image of ballet.
Pushing the boundaries of dance saw the emergence of Modern dance during the 20th Century.
The physical requirements of ballet was unsuitable for many people, therefore modern dance grew in popularity as it allowed participation of a mixture of body types.
