The aesthetic modeling of Tujia dance elements is firstly, the modeling of sending good and declaring intentions to show different situations and thoughts; secondly, the modeling of symbolizing spirits, and thirdly, the modeling of aesthetics and practicality. These characteristics of aesthetic modeling reflect the rich artistic and spiritual deposits that have been baptized by many cultures.
The Tujia dance embodies the worship of primitive totems. In the dance of the Tujia people, there are obvious symbols of totem, for example, some regard the tiger as an invincible holy object, and the worship of the white tiger as a kind of system to regulate the behavior of the Tujia forefathers' clans, which has also become an important link for the unity of the clans.
The Tujia dance embodies ancient ancestor worship. From its inception to its finalization, the Tujia funeral dance has never changed its sacrificial function. There are historical records, the dance is mainly from the ancient Tujia forefathers of the ancestor of the Grange of reverence, which can be seen in the Tujia forefathers of a more special kind of religious fervor.
The Tujia dance embodies the idea of a vigorous and progressive group. Tujia people's national character is distinctive, generally open and cheerful, enthusiastic, they will be the desire for a better life and the pursuit of a variety of Tujia dance movements skillfully integrated.