[2] The form is cited in Madonna's hit single "Music"[3] Boogie-woogie in competition is a led, partnered dance, not choreographed.
It falls under the umbrella of swing dance, but is distinct from Lindy Hop.
In some parts of Europe, boogie-woogie is mostly done as a social dance, while, in others, it is mostly a competition form.
The competitions are regulated by the World Rock'n'Roll Confederation.
[5] The competition forms of boogie woogie consist of main and junior classes.