The 4 pillars of of Traditional Kizomba are the Music and dance styles that influenced what is known as Kizomba Today, which include; Kompa,

Partner dancing started as social dances for groups and couples in the courts of Western Europe and the homes of the upper classes. Formal gatherings where people could enjoy dancing a variety of dances together were called balls, which took place in a ballroom. The word 'ball' derives from the Latin 'balare' meaning 'to dance