Does a Latin Dance is a term used to describe a variety of dances that originated in Latin America. These dances include Sambas, SALSAS, and Chachas. Sambas are a lively, rhythmical dance of Brazilian origin, usually performed to Samba music. SALSAS are a form of social dance originating from Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic. Chachas are a Cuban dance characterized by its fast-paced, syncopated rhythms.