Looking at dance as one of the means of communication, one notices that dance encourages creativity and the development of motor skills in children. The notion of dance, which is defined as rhythmic movement and unique expression by one's own body, as well as the possibility of independent expression, but in groups also, should be mentioned. One of the basic characteristics of the child is the constant desire for motor activity, so choosing the right music leads to dance expression in the child. When it comes to dance beginning itself, we associate it with all human traditions, such as war, work or love. The ways in which people displayed their dance skills also revealed their religious and cultural customs. Dance as such, has played a large role in important moments of life such as marriage, funeral, etc. It is also important to mention folk dances which are works of art of individual nations. So, thanks to them, the historical, socio-economic and cultural peculiarities of a particular area are maintained. Different conclusions are drawn looking at the various studies regarding the impact of dance on the development of a special needs child. Dance is considered a therapy for the release of frustration and stress. As well, dance activity improves understanding of one's body and its functions. Dance therapy also treats patients who, with the help of music, rhythm and dance, receive the result of joy, liveliness and psychological relaxation. When it comes to the development of children with special needs, the basic goals of dance structures are: beautiful posture, orientation in space, expressiveness in movement, achieved musical expressiveness, sense of relationship between dance and movement.