The art of dance is a rhythmic movement of the body is done in a certain time and place for the purposes of the association , expressing feelings , intentions, and thoughts . Sounds called musical dance movements set dancers and reinforce the intention to be conveyed . Different dance movements from everyday movements such as running , walking , or physical exercises . Motion in the dance is not a realistic motion , but the motion duly expressive and aesthetic form . A dance is actually a blend of several fruit elements , namely wiraga ( raga ) , Wirama ( rhythm ) , and Wirasa ( flavor ) . These three elements fuse into a harmonious dance form . The main elements of the dance is the movement . Dance movement always involves an element of human limbs . The elements of the limbs in the form of dance movement can stand alone , or continuous joining . Her conclusion dance also includes types of mild exercise similar to yoga yes , the art is interesting to broaden the horizon and as an icon in a performance of the national culture .