The Cross-Boundary Development of Ethnic Folk Dance as Seen through Yunnan's Senior Fitness Dance Competition

Against the backdrop of the cross-genre fusion trend in dance, the integration of diverse dance forms—reflecting the spirit of innovation and creativity—has manifested not only in professional stage arts but also permeated popular dance culture. The integration of sports dance with ethnic folk dance, square dance with ethnic folk dance, and other dance genres reflects the diverse developmental trends in contemporary dance. For instance, the 2024 Yunnan Provincial Senior Fitness Dance Competition hosted by Lincang City, Yunnan Province, exemplifies the multifaceted evolution of mass dance culture from another perspective. This initiative enriches the cultural lives of citizens and contributes to the preservation of ethnic cultural heritage.