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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: Do the pas de marche' ballet move

In this how to video, Larry Payne demonstrates the pas de marche' ballet move. This is a basic move for the beginning ballet dancer. Follow along with this tutorial and you can do the pas de marche' ballet move.

How To: Belly roll

Want to make that stomach look like a flowing sexy ocean? Watch this video to find out how to do the belly dance move, belly roll.

How To: Do the Gentleman Dance Moves from PSY's Newest K-Pop Music Video

If you haven't heard of Korean pop sensation, PSY, then you really have been living under a rock. Or, you've just never run across any other human. Or, this is your first time on the Internet.

How To: Perform a "needle" dance move (for kids)

A needle is when one foot is on the ground (flat) in-line with the shoulders, and the opposite leg is kicked back, reaching for the sky. This puts the dancer in a "needle" position, with the straight legs forming a straight line, from head to toe. In this dance lesson, you'll learn how you can do a needle yourself. You need to be extremely flexible before trying this dance move, so don't over-exert yourself.

How To: Do the MC Hammer dance

Bust out the parachute pants and boom box and pay tribute to one of the most famous performers in modern times with the MC Hammer Dance. If you're bored with the latest moves then have some fun and try this retro style.

How To: Do the 1970's bus stop dance move

The bus stop is definitely not a move you'll want to break out on your next clubbing trip with your gal pals, but it sure is a fun move to do when you're just goofing around with friends at home or going to a '70s theme party!

How To: Do the basics of pop and lock street dance

This video pop and lock tutorial covers the basics of popping, waving, gliding, botting, tutting, and ticking. Follow along with these hip hop moves and practice, practice, practice. The talented demonstrator is completely self-taught, so really, with a little bit of patience anyone can learn these moves at home. Watch this instructional video, practice along with your favorite hip hop music, and start impressing friends with your mad skills at dance parties or a club.

How To: Do a quick lyrical dance combo

Lyrical dance is one of those art forms that's just so pretty. You'll always have more postmodern dance forms that operate on the premise that anything can be art, thereby producing funky hand and leg movements, but watching lyrical dance is like hearing the sweetest love song.

How To: Do the "Slap Leather" line dance

Learn how to do one of the most popular country western line dances, "Slap Leather" or "Slappin' Leather." This 40 count, 4 wall dance consists of heel-toe moves, the grapevine and the "Dorothy" step. This line dance is usually done to the songs "T-R-O-U-B-L-E" by Travis Tritt, "Redneck Girl" by The Bellamy Brothers and "Bible Belt" by Travis Tritt.

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 the Achy Breaky Heart Line Dance

Oh god, don't you break my heart, my achy breaky heart, I just can't take it anymore. Oh well, if you still need more achy breaky, check out this video and learn the line dance that years ago caused a nation to pause and reflect.

How To: Do a basic Jitterbug dance routine

In this how to video, Gary and Bonnie present an overview of some basic Jitterbug patterns. Learn how to do the cuddle back, the helicopter, the handshake and many other Jitterbug steps with this dance tutorial. Follow the steps in this lesson and you will be dancing the Jitterbug in no time.

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: Hambone dance

Learn to hambone with doo-heif Productions then try for yourself! This involves knee slapping rhythmically.

How To: Do the kick ball change hip-hop dance step

The kick ball change is a step found in almost all forms of dancing, from ballet to tap to hip-hop. A kick ball change consists of three kicksteps and a ball change. That is, you kick your foot once and step forward, putting your foot down. Kick with the other foot and step your foot down. Switch to the other foot and kick, then step your foot down. Your other foot should be behind you a bit - you tap the ball of that foot on the ground, then tap the ball of your other foot (so you're "changi...

How To: Do the basic arm wave dance move

Here is a step by step tutorial on how to do the arm wave. #1 Have your arm in the straight position.

How To: Dance the body wave

Learn how to do the body wave, a basic dance move essential for popping and hip hop dance styles with this video tutorial. Follow these easy steps and you'll be popping and locking in the club in no time.

How To: Dance a simple version of the "Cotton Eye Joe"

The "Cotton Eye Joe" is one of the most famous American folk dances. In this tutorial you will learn how to do this country western style line dance, the "Cotton Eye Joe." The version of "Cotton Eye Joe" in this video is by the Rednex.

How To: Do the Oppa Gangnam Style Dance Moves from Psy's Latest K-Pop Sensation

Psy's K-Pop hit, Gangnam Style has taken YouTube, and now the world by storm. Love or hate the song, there is just no way you'll watch the music video only once.

How To: Do the "Mucara Walk" latin line dance

The line dance is a dance with repeated sequence of steps in which a group of people dance in one or more lines, all facing the same direction, and executing the steps at the same time. Line dancing's popularity grew out of the 1970's, when the country-western dance continued to explore and develop this form of dancing.

How To: Do a dance routine for kids to Every Little Step

The first part of the dance routine to Every Little Step is to step to the right and bring your left foot to your right. Now do a step to the left and bring your right foot to your left. Repeat. The next step is to take your right foot and move put it in front of you. Now take the same foot and move it behind you. Next, make a circle going counter clockwise using only three steps. Repeat these moves from the time you stepped foward. Now repeat the four steps you made going from side to side t...

How To: Do the Hannah Montana "Ice Cream Freeze" dance

This video explains how to do the ice cream freeze dance with the help of four girls, with one being the leader and showing the others how to do the dance step by step. The dance is fun and is broken into segments, making it easier to understand and easier to catch every dance step as it progresses. The instructor goes step by step, speeding up the process as each dance move is implemented into the routine. The girls are all young girls and they show you how the dance looks when a group of fo...

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: Do a ghetto bounce dance move

Check out this instructional dance video to learn how to do a ghetto bounce dance move. Dance this one a bit cocky or else it won't work as well. Chihoe "Groove" Szeto teaches you popular, fun dance moves step by step in these tutorial videos. Remember to drop and practice your ghetto bounce with this tutorial video.

How To: Do the "Bronco" breakdance move

Breakdance, or breaking is a street dance style that evolved as part of the hip hop movement in Manhattan and the South Bronx of New York City during the early 1970s. In this breakdancing tutorial, you will learn how to do the "Bronco" move. This move takes a lot of upper arm strength, so you have to practice these a lot. Watch this how to video and you will be breaking in no time.

How To: Dance the "Lasso" lindy hop move

The Lindy Hop is a fusion of many swing dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway and Charleston. This how to video demonstrates the "Lasso" lindy hop dance step. This step is fun and easy to do. Follow the steps in this tutorial and you will be dancing the Lindy Hop in no time.

How To: Do a line dance to "Copperhead Road" by Steve Earle

Learn how to do a country western style line dance to the song "Copperhead Road" by Steve Earle. This popular line dance is a 24 count, 4 wall dance with scoots, grapevines, and heel slaps. Feel free to personalize this fun dance with your own moves.

How To: Do basic modern dance moves

This how to video demonstrates how the start of a modern dance routine is put together.

How To: Zumba to Bellini's Samba De Janeiro

Come join me on a journey to the electrifying country of Brazil for Samba!!!!!!!

How To: Complete a beginner hip hop toe spin combo

Want to look effortlessly cool? Well, then you're ironically going to have to put a lot of effort into practicing your breakdance and/or hip hop moves.

How To: Complete a front walkover for cheerleading, dance, and gymnastics

A front walkover is like the advanced version of a cartwheel. While the move may look easy, it's actually much more difficult and requires more balance than a cartwheel.

How To: Practice beginning floor, barre, & centre ballet

In this tutorial, we learn how to practice beginning floor, barre, & centre ballet. First, you will need to learn the five basic stands that you will have in ballet. Practice doing each of these until you have them down completely. Pointing and flexing your toes is extremely important, and remember to stand up straight. Make sure you also make good use of your turn out by rotating your legs out and in. Doing bar exercises will help your posture and help you learn how to bend correctly from yo...

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: Do the crip walk shuffle dance move

Pimpmywalk will show you how to do the c-walk dance the shuffle. You start by putting on foot flat and the toe of your other foot up. You then alternate that movement going from on foot to the other. You keep putting one for flat and then the toe of the opposite foot up. You then kind of hop to the next foot. In this video you can see the feet of the dancer so you can properly achieve the move. Just keep switching feet and then you have just completed the shuffle dance. You are shown the move...

How To: Perform the Jerk dance move

Jay R. has some dances that he wants to show off and teach to you. He is going to be teaching you how to perform 10 different dance moves. Jay will be walking you through 10 easy dance steps that just about anyone can do. Dances included in his video are the reject, the jerk, the dip, side step, pin drop, the dougie, and much more. So if you're looking for some new dances to try out at the next party you go to, be sure to watch this video from beginning to end.

How To: Perform Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" dance routine

Do you want to learn the steps from Lady Gaga's popular music video "Bad Romance"? Just follow the easy advice from this professional dance teacher and choreographer. You'll be the envy of your dance class, with the ability to move in ways you've never envisioned. Pretty soon, you'll be mistaken for Lady Gaga.

How To: Appreciate the ballet

Got ballet tickets? Learn to appreciate and enjoy the performance with these steps. You Will Need

How To: Dance Michael Jackson's signature kick move

Lindyhopper49, a huge fan of the "King of Pop", will teach you how to dance like Michael Jackson. He's not a professional dancer, but he does have some great advice and information on how to to Jackson's most famous moves.

How To: Twirl nipple tassles in exotic Burlesque dance

International burlesque artiste Kittie Klaw shows us all how to tassel twirl. This is a video of the Ministry of Burlesque on how to twirl nipple tassles. This is a sexy dance that involves a highly anticipated reveal of your breasts and the exotic nipple tassles. This teaches you the tricks of Burlesque dance a la Dita von Teese. Twirl nipple tassles in exotic Burlesque dance.