# New Dance Storms France 'Tecktonic' Inspired by Hair Gel By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-07-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-dance-storms-france-tecktonic-inspired-by-hair-gel References: [latimes](http://latimes.com) Tecktonic is a new dance driving France just totally nuts. It's not known if it's just a huge marketing gimmick to sell tee shirts or gum, but seems the french kids just can't get enough of it. It's the NEW MACARENA! In short, the Tektonic dance is inspired by hip-hop, techno AND [random arm waving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-convention). It is even sweeping into the lower age groups. It started in Paris and now there are [hair salons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-doux-block-party) and even the trademarked dance has been endorsed by the French Ministry of Culture. The inspiration? Imagine grabbing a glop of hair gel and putting in your hair. Tecktonic. Look for it at your [local club](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sober-dance-party). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tecktonic Dance:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for dance studios to incorporate Tecktonic dance into their curriculum and attract younger age groups. - **Hair Gel Inspiration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for hair salons to create specialized hairstyles and sell hair gel products inspired by the Tecktonic dance. - **Youth Dance Craze:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for entertainment venues to host Tecktonic dance events and capitalize on the growing popularity among French youth. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Dance Studios:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for dance studios to incorporate Tecktonic dance into their curriculum and attract younger age groups. - **Hair Salons:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for hair salons to create specialized hairstyles and sell hair gel products inspired by the Tecktonic dance. - **Entertainment Venues:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for entertainment venues to host Tecktonic dance events and capitalize on the growing popularity among French youth. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rewarding Dance Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desperados-dance-club.md) - [Nightclub-Collaborative Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/techno-alliance.md) - [Interactive Dance Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-it.md) - [Innovative Toy Creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinetic-building-system.md) - [Y2K Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sy2k.md) - [Metaverse Dance Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-dance-day.md) - [Branded Hair Flip Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k18hairflip.md) - [Record-Breaking Hair Flip Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k18hairflip-2026.md) - [Feel-Good Kombucha Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/komboomcha-box.md)