This study examines the coaching styles employed by dance coaches in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) within region 8. The research evaluates coaching style levels in terms of autocratic behavior, democratic behavior, positive psychology coaching, social support behavior, and performance coaching.  Utilizing a descriptive-correlational design, surveys are conducted with dance coaches to quantify and gain deeper insights into their coaching practices. The study addresses a gap in the literature, providing a nuanced understanding of coaching styles in the context of higher education dance programs. The findings offer practical implications for coaching development, curriculum design, and the improvement of dance coaching practices. The results contribute not only to academic knowledge but also provide valuable insights for dance coaches, administrators, and policymakers aiming to enhance dance education quality in State Universities and Colleges in Region 8.  This research serves as a foundation for future studies on effective coaching strategies in dance education.