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How To: Complete a tutting combo with popping
Need a few cool moves to show off the next time you're trying to impress the ladies at a club? Then check out this helpful video to learn a sequence of tutting moves (a type of street dance that emphasizes right angles) and popping.
How To: Do the Dutch hakken dance to Gabber hardcore techno music
In The Netherlands, Gabber Hardcore is the music of choice for rebellious young people, much like punk and underground hip-hop in the US. It is a blisteringly fast style of electronic music which might seem hard to dance to at first. Enter the hakken, the dance of choice for the Gabber listener. Watch this video to learn how to do the hakken, and you will know what to do next time you're at a hardcore club in Holland.
How To: Improve your tutting street dancing with four tips
Tutting is basically the human body's way of trying to become a square. Or a triangle. Or a rectangle. That's because tutting is a type of street dancing that involves moving the body to create geometric positions, usually with right angles.
How To: Do the Roger Rabbit dance
You may not know it, but one of the silliest dance moves you've probably seen out around town actually has a name. It's called the Roger Rabbit, and done with style and as part of a good dance routine it can be cool. Watch this video to learn how it works.
How To: Do the shimmy dance move with your shoulders
Shimmies can be done really for any occasion, not just on the dance floor. Some people shimmy when they're happy and others handle it on the dance floor to playfuully tease a dance partner.
How To: Perform basic coffee grinder (helicopters) breakdancing moves
The coffee grinder, aka the helicopter, is a tough breakdance move to master. If you're determined to beef up your coffee grinder skills, follow this breakdancing tutorial to learn the move properly. This should be the first move you learn.
How To: Do arm combos as part of your tutting and hip-hop dance
Tutting is one of the most fun styles of hip-hop dance, and the lack of major leg movements means you can do it even in limited space or with limited coordination. This video will show you how to do a couple of really cool tutting combos that will win you battles and earn you mad respect on the dancefloor.
How To: Do totally horrible and fun cheesy clubbing dance moves
In order not to be a total social outcast and scare off the ladies, it's super important to have a decently sized grab bag of dance moves you can bust out on the dance floor at a club. Whether it's simple sidestepping or complicated partner dancing, ladies love men with confidance and rhythm.
How To: Do the wrap dance move to start grinding with a girl
If you've ever wanted to take your dancing to the next level with a girl at a club (i.e. if you've ever wanted to start grinding pronto), then you know how frustrating it can be. If you move to fast to grinding the girl, she'll get freaked out and think you're a pervert. But if you take your time and only dance with her from a safe distance, she'll star to become disinterested and think that you are too.
How To: Moonwalk for beginners
Moonwalking is one of the most recognized and popular dance moves that was made popular by Pop King Michael Jackson. It seems like a difficult dance that is hard to perform, but with the right teacher and practice can be done easily.
How To: Do Michael Jackson's leg kick dance move
In this clip, learn how to kick it high and proud just like the King of Pop! You will get a step by step on just how to perform Michael Jackson's popular kick move.
How To: Do the moonwalk, just like Michael Jackson
In this clip, learn how to perform the Michael Jackson classic Moonwalk, just like the King of Pop would. This complicated move makes it look as though you are gliding on air and in this tutorial you will get tons of advice and step by step instruction for how to pull it off. Have fun!
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: Trance dance
A few steps are given before the dance moves are shown. These steps are: Go easy on yourself. Practice with an easy song first before attempting a fast hard one. Wear comfortable clothes. Clothes that fit your body and that won't be slipping off as you dance. make sure the fabric is breathable for your skin. Practice. The more you practice the more stamina you will have to last longer and dance harder.
How To: Clown walk
Have you run out of moves on the dance floor? Impress your friends and yourself by breaking out some old school moves with a crip walk clown walk move. Follow the steps in this video to learn how to clown walk.
How To: Do the Windmill & Standing Windmill breakdance moves
This video by StenLTran92 shows how to accomplish the break-dance moves "Windmill" and "Standing Mill." The video begins by first displaying the move in it's entirety. Then, the instructor takes us through the step by step of performing the break-dance move. The moves are all broken down into various kicks, drops, and facings that are to be followed if the move is to be done correctly. After the first lesson, the instructor moves on to how to accomplish a variation on the "Windmill" move. Bot...
How To: Do pivot Bachata dance steps
Switch things up with the Bachata dance with pivot dance steps! For women & men, the Bachata pivot dance steps are slightly different, so be sure to watch carefully! Get your pivot down with help & tips from a professional dance instructor.
How To: JB skate
JB skating combines roller-skating with a variety of dance styles. If you’re board of your normal Friday nights or looking for a fun and funky way to exercise, grab a pair of skates, watch a few videos and then try it for yourself.
How To: Tango using rhythmic communication in 3s and 5s
Tangostudent shows you how to tango using rhythmic communication in 3s and 5s. This is a demo of a lesson that you can learn in a tango class. The class was focused on rhythm in 3, 5 and 7. You also learn how to communicate that rhythm in linear fashion or in turns. You will learn communication through the embrace and how it's communicated, and how dancers balance each other. A sample dance is then shown to illustrate those techniques.
How To: Moonwalk like Michael Jackson
ApprenticeA teaches you how to moonwalk like Michael Jackson. Learn how to do some of Michael Jackson's classic moves as seen in many videos. Firstly, practice the moonwalk by standing still and then do it sliding across the stage. The moonwalk consists of sliding your foot backwards while always keeping one foot pointed and applying weight to it. You are taught the moves slowly at first and then in real time. You get a nice break in between the moves to practice and catch up with your instru...
How To: Dance the jerk and some other complimentary moves
Need to brush up on your Jerk dance moves? Need a basic Jerking tutorial stat!? This tutorial takes you through a variety of moves including the reJect, basic Jerking, hand movements to apply to foot moves, and an invented dance move called the "Toon Step" or "Spongebob". They also go over how to do the bun burning knee-drop, so listen closely! There's a lot packed into this one!
How To: Crip Walk the V-step forward back
Ever had the fascination to learn, or the inclination to Crip Walk? Well, now's your chance. This video tutorial will get you performing true to the Compton-born dance movement from Crip gang members. If you're not a gangster in the ghetto, you should not be doing the C-Walk, unless you're wreckless. See specifically how to Crip Walk the V-step forward back.
How To: Dance glides from Michael Jackson's Moonwalk
Learn Michael Jackson Moonwalking! A how to dance tutorial showing you how to glide, float, and slide similar to Michael Jackson. Learn Gliding and Floating which are basic hip hop and popping dance moves. It is a fun, easy, and cool club dance move or just a move to get your feet wet on the dance floor. Gliding (not break dancing) is illusionary that is not too difficult.
How To: Chest pop dance in pop n lock
Learn to chest pop with ease. Basic Chest Popping: To pop your chest, breathe and fill your lungs and rib cage with air while moving your hand up. This is a signature move of most popping legends. Popping involves sudden movement and stop famous in B Boy dancing.
How to Dance the tango: the Caricias embellishment
This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the Caricias embellishment. Caricias - 'caressing' your own leg with the free leg before stepping. Common during paradas or slow forward ochos.
Do the C-walk dance move: the Forward 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 Forward V. This move is hard to explain. It's like (for me anyway) going into a sideward V, and then a stepback.
Do the C-Walk dance move: the Heel Toe
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 heel toe move. There are many variations of this move, and it can be a bit tricky to learn.
How To: Dance the Tunnel Jitterbug move
Tina and Mike from Head Over Heels demonstrate the Tunnel jitterbug dance figure. This is a beginner move for Jitterbug dancing. The Jitterbug is a swing dance variation.
How To: Belly dance basic beginner moves
How to Belly Dance! Okay, so you can shimmy and you can shake, but you ain’t seen nothin’ until you’ve seen a skilled belly dancer strut her stuff. Here are a couple of basic belly-dancing moves to awaken your inner Shakira…
How To: Do the Hip Roll Dance Move
This instructional dance video shows you how to do the "hip roll" dance move, which can be applied to several different dance styles, such as belly dancing, R&B, and hip hop. Just practice, practice, practice to add the hip roll move to your dance skills. This tutorial is great for beginners looking to practice their hip-shaking moves.
How To: Square dance the Chase Right, 3/4 Tag the Line
This square dance video teaches the following plus level square dance calls: Chase Right, Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears, 3/4 Tag the Line.
How To: Square dance the Square Thru (2,3,4), Wheel Around
This square dance video teaches the following square dance calls on the mainstream list: Square Thru (2,3,4), Wheel Around, Star Thru, Slide Thru.
How To: Square dance the Touch a Quarter, Scoot Back
This square dance video teaches the following square dance calls on the mainstream list: Touch a Quarter, Scoot Back, Flutter Wheel, Reverse Flutter Wheel.
How To: Do the Cloverleaf square dance step
Square dancing, a fun American pastime! Learn square dance steps with this instructional animation. Fun fact about square dancing: 19 U.S. States deem it their official dance. Square dance is a folk dance with roots in Europe, eventually spreading to the states & becoming more of an iconic dance there. Square dancing consists of 4 couples arranged in a square formation. This square dance lesson is clear and to the point. Search "square dance instructional animation" on Wonderhowto for more sq...
How To: Do a Triple Scoot Back square dance step
Square dancing, a fun American pastime! Learn square dance steps with this instructional animation. Fun fact about square dancing: 19 U.S. States deem it their official dance. Square dance is a folk dance with roots in Europe, eventually spreading to the states & becoming more of an iconic dance there. Square dancing consists of 4 couples arranged in a square formation. This square dance lesson is clear and to the point. Search "square dance instructional animation" on Wonderhowto for more sq...
How To: Do a Baroque pas de menuet de deux mouvements dance
The Library of Congress video archives brings this Baroque dance lesson demonstration. Follow along with the performers as they show off their traditional moves, dancing a pas de menuet de deux mouvements. It might take a bit of dance practice, but grab your partner, put on some music, and follow the steps. Watch this video traditional dance tutorial and learn how to do a Baroque pas de menuet de deux mouvements or minuet step of two movements dance.
How To: Do a Renaissance autres cinq pas galliard dance
The Library of Congress video archives brings this Renaissance dance lesson demonstration. Follow along with the performers as they show off their traditional moves, dancing an autres cinq pas dance. It might take a bit of dance practice, but grab your partner, put on some music, and follow the steps. Watch this video traditional dance tutorial and learn how to do an autres cinq pas or galliard variation dance.
How To: Do Italian Renaissance seguito dances
The Library of Congress video archives brings this Renaissance dance lesson demonstration. Follow along with the performers as they show off their traditional Italian moves, dancing a seguito ordinario, fioretto ordinario, seguito spezatto, and saffice dance. It might take a bit of dance practice, but grab your partner, put on some music, and follow the steps. Watch this video traditional dance tutorial and learn how to do a seguito ordinario, fioretto ordinario, seguito spezatto, and saffice...
How To: Do a Renaissance cinq pas de la gaillarde dance
The Library of Congress video archives brings this Renaissance dance lesson demonstration. Follow along with the performers as they show off their traditional moves, dancing a cinq pas de la gaillarde dance. It might take a bit of dance practice, but grab your partner, put on some music, and follow the steps. Watch this video traditional dance tutorial and learn how to do a Renaissance Cinq pas de la gaillarde, or basic galliard step dance.
How To: Do an early nineteenth century slow French Waltz
The Library of Congress video archives brings this early nineteenth century dance lesson demonstration. Follow along with the performers as they show off their traditional moves, dancing a slow French waltz dance. It might take a bit of dance practice, but grab your partner, put on some music, and follow the steps. Watch this video traditional dance tutorial and learn how to do an early nineteenth century slow French waltz.