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How To: Do Michael Jackson's "You Rock My World" dance routine
In this two part tutorial, learn how to perform one of Michael Jackson's last great routines, "You Rock My World". This dance is classic Michael and with each step laid out for you, you will be able to master this funky groove in no time. Keep the King of Pop's memory alive with these slick moves.
How To: Perform Michael Jackson's shuffle walk dance move
In this tutorial, learn how to do a very cool move that Michael Jackson used in hundreds of performances. This "shuffle walk" is not as iconic as the moon walk, but is just as fascinating to perform. Follow along with this step by step and start shuffling like MJ.
How To: Do Michael Jackson's "The Way You Make Me Feel" dance
In this tutorial, learn how to dance the starting move from Michael Jackson's "The Way You Make Me Feel". This smooth move is quite cool and in this tutorial, you will learn step by step how to do this funky step.
How To: Do the Michael Jackson "spinning" dance move
In this clip, learn how to perform a popular dance move like the late, great Michael Jackson. In this clip, you will get a step by step for the "spin" move that Michael did in videos like "Black and White" and "They Don't Really Care About Us".
How To: Do the dance from Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal"
In this seven part tutorial, learn how to perform the exact dance from Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal". Keep the legacy of the King of Pop alive and well with these cool moves.
How To: Do the Michael Jackson "groove" dance move
In this tutorial, learn how to perform the Michael Jackson dance move, "groove", that he often danced in live performances of songs like "Blood on the Dance Floor" and "Scream". This move is a bit complicated but this tutorial will show you how to do it, step by step.
How To: Dance the cross body lead in salsa for beginners
In this video, learn how to get started with a basic cross body lead. This is an essential move to pull-off some more complicated combinations that you will learn further on. In addition, you will learn some styling techniques that make your crossbody leads better for both men AND women. Dance the cross body lead in salsa for beginners.
How To: Perform the basic dance steps for professional salsa
In this clip, learn how to perform a basic dance sequence for ballroom salsa. This move is classic and can easily be moved from the ballroom to the dance floor. Check it out and get started with these easy to learn steps: the front-back step, the simple right turn, and for the guys - how to lead a right turn when in open position. Perform the basic dance steps for professional salsa.
News: Get Off Your Butt and Do the TIGHTROPE (with Janelle Monáe)
Janelle Monáe is simply in a class of her own. Genre-bending beats, distinctive fashion sense (à la the fabulous Grace Jones), and sweet dance moves to boot. Whether or not Monáe falls within your musical realm, you've gotta admit: the tiny five-foot-tall singer is chock full of infectious energy and exceptional talent.
How To: Perform a Puerto Rican style salsa side step
A lot of salsa dancers forget about their footwork when they are dancing socially, and this clip will teach you how to add in some footwork flair whether you are in a club or on the street. This quick lesson will teach you the basic salsa slide footwork that is commonly used by Puerto Rican band members as they sing at a live concert. Have fun! Baila! Perform a Puerto Rican style salsa side step.
How To: Do breakdancing flares like a pro
Check out this totally slick tutorial where the Breakdancing Ninja shows you the drills and strength excercises you need to do Breakdancing/Gymnastic Flares. Flares are essential to any good breaking routine. In this clip you will learn how to get started with the right workout so that your body is strong enough to handle the flares. Follow along and pretty soon you will be getting a standing ovation anytime you step it up!
How To: Jerk and do the "Dougie"
Lookin' to master a hot new dance move? Check out this tutorial and learn how to rock the Jerk and the Dougie. Both of these dances are fun to perform and will earn you a ton of street cred if you're good. So, why not check out this step by step clip and get on your feet!?
How To: Perform the "Aunt Jackie" Harlem street dance
The "Aunt Jackie" is a new street dance that originated in Harlem, NYC. In this video, learn how to perform these funky, trendy moves from the boys up above 125th street and join the "Aunt Jackie" movement.
How To: Do "the Ellen DeGeneres" dance with Forest Thomer
Get ready to dance "The Ellen!" In this tutorial, you will learn all of the steps to the dance that is sweeping the..morning talk show circuit.. The Ellen! This video, hosted by Forest Thomer, will show you step by step how to follow along to this dance and bop around with TV's favorite host.
Do the C-Walk dance move: the V
The C-Walk, AKA Crip Walk, originated in LA's Compton in the 70's. It is a hip hop dance started by the Crips gang. Originally meant to be a walk, not a dance, it was a way to identify whether you were a Crip. Watch this instructional video to learn how to do the Cwalk move, the V.
How To: Master the basic steps in the Cha Cha Cha
In this tutorial, learn the basic moves you need to get started dancing the cha cha. This amazingly beautiful and upbeat dance style is so much fun to learn and perform you won't even realize you're exercising too!
How To: Perform a dance to "Party in the USA" by Miley Cyrus
"Party in the USA" was a big hit for Miley Cyrus, and wouldn't you love to be able to dance along to the beat?
How To: Perform fouettes, ballet turns and leg grabs in ballet
This is a great tutorial for beginner ballerinas. If you need some help with your turns, check out this video. In it, you will learn how to do multiple turns in ballet and look absolutely beautiful doing so. These turns are graceful and essential to most types of dance and with some practice, you will be able to do them.
How To: Dance sweet moves for prom
Worried about hitting the dance floor at prom? No problem! Get your groove on and boogie down with the basics, and learn some classic moves.
How To: Perform a cross body lead and turn in salsa dancing
One of the nicest moves in salsa dancing is the turn. In this tutorial, you will learn how to master a basic cross body lead in salsa and add a turn to the end of it. This move really shows off your partner and adds an element of drama to your dances. Have fun with it! Perform a cross body lead and turn in salsa dancing.
How To: Do the dance from the Lady Gaga "Telephone" video
Lady Gaga is a style icon and a great singer, but above all she is a fantastic performer. If you would like to groove like Gaga, check out this tutorial. In it, you will learn how to perform the choreography section from Lady Gaga and Beyoncé's newest video "Telephone".
How To: Belly dance the Maya
Watch this 2-part video tutorial on how to do the Maya. It's very easy to follow along, as Queen Kashii shows you this basic belly dancing move. Just remember to sway your hips the right way, and put your hands in the right place! You'll be doing the Maya in no time at all!
How To: Learn choreography for Thinking 'Bout Somethin' dance
Learn the official new Hanson hit Thinking 'Bout Somethin' dance from the video choreographer Heather Hall, and then take it to the streets. Film your video, and let us see your moves! Shout it Out!
How To: Do a basic step in salsa dancing
Knowing just the basic steps in any form of dance can get you by if you are going out to a dance club/event that plays music you have never danced to before. In any form of dance you can apply a count to as to how many steps there are to perform a basic move. To perform a basic step in salsa dancing, there is a 7 step count. Practice and you will look like a natural
How To: Hip hop dance
So take a few moments and watch this instructional video series designed to help teach the basics of Hip Hop dance for beginners—or those of you who are already dancing fiends but perhaps unfamiliar with the variety of styles and moves under the umbrella term “Hip Hop.”
How To: Perform a basic butterfly spin in salsa dancing
If you know how to salsa dance but want to add another move into your routine, you will see how to perform the butterfly spin. If you are leading you will have a 7 count step to perform the move. Salsa is a fast paced dance and you will have a slow paced demonstration and instructions on how to step into the butterfly spin. Perform a basic butterfly spin in salsa dancing.
How To: Do a barrel turn
You will get a look at how to successfully perform a barrel turn. You will see a walkthrough as to which techniques to use to complete this move. You will also see just what kind of shape you will create while in the air as Brianna demonstrates the technique on the floor.
How To: Dance advanced style salsa moves
In this episode of Addicted to Salsa, you will learn some advanced club style salsa moves. These moves are similar to the most popular ones found in New York City's salsa nightclubs. So, if you are ready to add some Latin flair to your dancing, have a look at this tutorial.
How To: Do the oversplit stretch in dance and get flexible
We all know that dancers have to be flexible, but did you know they have to work at it like everyone else? If you would like to increase your flexibility like a ballerina, check out this tutorial. In it, you will learn how to improve your split - this is best suited for someone who can already do a floor split - so that your legs become more and more limber. Follow along with this video for tips and advice on how to keep that stretch going and feel it throughout your whole body, one muscle at...
How To: Do the crip walk inverted heel toe dance move
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to do the inverted heel toe Crip walk dance move. The inverted heel toe is basically the same as the regular heel toe. The only difference is that the inverted heel toe is done in a different direction. To do this, put front foot on the heel and the back foot on the toes. Then do pivot spin with the feet, while switching the positions of the front and back foot. Continue doing this movement. This video will benefit those viewers who enjoy dancing and ...
How To: Lead in Argentine tango
We are shown a few steps in the passionate dance, the tango. It is emphasized that this erotic dance is 100% lead by the male. It is fueled by aggression and dominance by the male partner. The female is in his lead. There are eight top movements that are divided into two parts, then they are all joined together. The directions are given in a slow and simple manner that can be easily followed and practiced in your own home. Step by step with careful narration she guides you in the dance. With ...
How To: Do the jerk dance move, the reject
This video teaches you how to do the popular dance, "the jerk". First, you step on your left foot with your right foot up behind you then you jump and land on your right foot with your left foot up behind you. Then you jump on your left foot, jump on your right foot and jump up on your left foot. Then you jump on your right foot, jump on your left and land on your right foot. It's like a square. Then the creator of the video shows all of the steps in fast forward. Also there is a montage of p...
How To: Krump
A tutorial on basic Krumping/ Krump dancing You'll learn: Stomps
How To: Do the dip in hip hop dance
This is a video tutorial that is showing its audience how to perform a dip while doing a hip hop dance. The first step is to push your weight towards your right foot with your knee bent. Then drop down onto your new and then come back up. Next you should practice this while counting. Next you should speed up your dancing. Instead of using a full eight count then this time use a four count. Next you should go in tempo with your move. Keep practicing until you have the move perfect. Finally you...
How To: Reject or jerk dance
If you want to learn how to Jerk or Reject dance first you have to skip backwards with your feet! Your first move will be to start off by jumping forward with your right foot and then come back with your right foot in the air. Next jump forward with your left leg and bend up your right leg. Then put your right leg down and your left leg up. Now repeat this same step over but with your other side. This is the simple easy jerk! Another way is to put your right leg up bent to the side and bring ...
How To: Do basic crip walk moves
If you want to do basic crip walk moves you should first go to the left or right, your choice. You should move to the left, by moving your right foot from side to side in a shuffle while lifting up your left foot. You can switch this up and go the opposite direction. Next, you move your right foot front back, front back front back on the tip of the toes. Combine this step with step two. So you are moving to the left with your right foot and stepping front back front back on your toes with you...
How To: Do the arms for Bollywood Bhangra style dance
In this video, viewers learn how to perform the arm movements for the Bhangra dance style. Begin by moving forward. As you move forward, sway the arms in a smooth motion back and forth 4 times. The hands should be open. Then move backwards. As your move backwards, swing the arms back and forth 4 times. The hands should be closed this time. As you move forward or backward, you should sway your hips from side to side to add style. This video will benefit those viewers who are interested in danc...
How To: Do Ray-J's casual two-step dance move
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to do Ray-J's dance. This dance is a casual two-step and is very easy to do. This dance is very simple, and not too flashy. It is a dance that anybody can do. Simple move the feet from right to left repeatedly. This dance can done in one position or moving around. Users can move in any direction and rotate the feet to enhance the dance. This video will benefit those viewers who are going to a dance club or party, and would like to learn a very simple ...
How To: Do the 2 step dance move
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to do the 2 step dance move. This type of dance is known as the C-Walk. Hop and bring the feet together. Then kick both feet out and switch them as your bringing them back. The front foot switches to the back and the back foot goes to the front. Repeat this movement for the dance step. Make your feet lined up. Stay on your heel. This video will benefit those viewers who enjoy dancing and would like to learn how to do the 2 step dance move to entertain...
How To: Do beginner tango dancing
Want to become a good Ballroom dancer? Libreros step number five of tango dancing is the ouside swivel - a mans step. Start by facing the center of the room in the close position. Take a forward step on the left foot and a side step swinging your right foot to the side. Put your weight onto the right foot and lean back then take a step back with your left foot in the contra body position. As you are stepping back with the left foot, your body turns to the right, helping you partner "swivel." ...