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How To: Perform "TattiMetti Adavu" in Bharatanatyam dance

"Tatti" means to tap (like in "Tatta adavu," foot taps) and "Metti" means a heel contact with the floor. For "Metti" one must first be on the toes (either a jump on the toes or just striking a toe) and then flatten the feet while the toes are already firm on the ground. This six part how to video teaches the six steps to this traditional Indian dance move, the "Tattimetti Adavu."

How To: Perform "Visharu Adavu" in Indian Bharatanatyam dance

"Visharu Adavu" involves swinging of hands in different directions, sideways, up and down. The leg movements are simple and straight in one line. The concept of shoulder pulls is also introduced later in this Bharatanatyam tutorial. This 8 part how to video teaches the eight steps in this Indian traditional dance move.

How To: Perform "Natta Adavu" in Indian Bharatanatyam dance

"Natta" means to stretch and so this adavu (foot work) involves some stretching to form beautiful patterns. The "Natta Adavu" involves heel contacts of the feet. Thus word “Nattu” in Tamil is also referred to “perching of heels”. So get ready for some stretching and synchronization of hands and legs with this Bharatanatyam dance how to video. This is a nine part video tutorial for this 13 step traditional Indian dance move.

How To: Perform "Tatta Adavu" in Indian Bharatanatyam dance

In Bharatanatyam, the word "Tatta" literally means "to tap". "Adavu" is translated as foot work, but "adavu" is not a presentation limited to usage of the the feet. Every single limb of the body is coordinated in a certain style. In this traditional Indian dance how to video, we are taught the Bharatanatyam way of leg tapping. This "adavu" involves only the use of legs unlike most other "adavus."

How To: Perform "Ardhamandala" in Indian Bharatanatyam dance

Bharatanatyam dance is an ancient, traditional dance from India. "Ardhamandala" is the most important and frequently used leg posture in Bharatanatyam. Learn how to perform this essential dance move with this Indian dance tutorial.

How To: Perform the Indian Bharatanatyam dance "Namaskar" move

A Bharatanatyam dancer starts and ends every session of dancing with Namaskaram (obeisance). The dancer pays respect to God (Nataraja), teacher (Guru) and audience. She touches Mother Earth and asks her permission to stamp on her during the dance. Learn this introductory move to Indian traditional dancing with this Bharatanatyam how to video.

How To: Dance the Steam or Scooter Shuffle

Learn how to do the "Steam Shuffle" or "Scooter Shuffle" with this line dance tutorial. This is a 48 count, 4 wall country western line dance. Follow the steps in this how to video and you'll be doing the "Scooter Shuffle" in no time.

How To: Do the Rocket line dance

Learn how to do the Rocket line dance in this tutorial. This country western line dance is a two wall dance with shuffles, jazz boxes and grapevines. Follow the steps in this how to video and you will be dancing the Rocket in no time.

How To: Dance the Sleazy Slide Line Dance

Learn how to do the "Sleazy Slide," also known as the "Dirty Slide" line dance, with this video tutorial. This 18-count, 4-wall country western line dance is often done to "Wild Thing" by Tone Loc, "Funky Cold Medina" by Tone Loc, or "Cleopatra" by Pam Till, among others. Follow the steps in this how-to video, and you'll be doing the "Sleazy Slide" in no time.

How To: Do the Drinking Bone line dance

The Drinking Bone is a line dance made popular by the song "Drinking Bone" by Tracy Byrd. Learn how to do this 4 wall country western dance with this tutorial. Follow these easy steps and you'll be line dancing in no time.

How To: Dance Bollywood style

Bollywood dance is any dance from an Indian film. These dances have traditional Indian influences mixed with hip hop moves. Bollywood dancing is a fun way to get a great workout. Learn the easy dance steps and burn off some excess calories at the same time with this how to video.

How To: Do the Booty Call line dance

This how to video teaches the hip hop line dance called the "Booty Call." This dance is often done to "Gyrate" by Da Muzicianz. Follow the steps in this tutorial and you'll be dancing this sexy line dance in no time.

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: Perform hip hop dance arm movements

In this how to video, hip hop dance teacher Jordan Setacci teaches some cool hip hop arm movements in a short sequence. Impress your friends at the club with these great hip hop dance moves.

How To: Dance the "Cotton Eye Joe" line dance

Learn how you can do one of the most popular American folk line dances, the "Cotton Eye Joe" with this how to video. This country western dance tutorial is easy to follow and fun to do. So grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do.

How To: Dance the "Cotton Eye Joe" folk dance

The "Cotton Eye Joe" is a great American country western line dance. In this how to video, learn how you can dance "Cotton Eye Joe." With this tutorial you'll be stomping and slapping 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 a line dance to "Redneck Girl" by Bellamy Brothers

Learn how you can do a country western style line dance to the song "Redneck Girl" by the Bellamy Brothers. This dance varies from state to state. This is the Tampa, Florida version of this dance. Feel free to add your own moves to this western style line dance.

How To: Perform the Boot Scoot line dance

Do the country western line dance the Boot Scoot made famous by Brooks and Dunn in their song "Boot Scootin' Boogie". There are lots of variations of this line dance depending on what region you are in. This how to video shows the Tampa, Florida version of the Boot Scoot.

How To: Perform the line dance to "Neon Moon" by Brooks & Dunn

This dance tutorial teaches the country western line dance steps to "Neon Moon" by Brooks and Dunn. There are many regional variations of this dance. This is the version done in Tampa, Florida. Feel free to add your own moves to this fun, western style line dance.

How To: Perform a line dance to"T-R-O-U-B-L-E" by Travis Tritt

This dance tutorial shows you how to do a country western style line dance to the song "T-R-O-U-B-L-E" by Travis Tritt. There are many variations on this line dance and this video shows you the version done in Tampa, Florida. Feel free to add your own moves to this classic western style line dance

How To: Do a hip hop twist move

Learn a hip hop twist move with this dance how to video. Follow the moves in this tutorial and you'll be droppin' it low in the clup in no time.

How To: Perform a basic hip hop step

Learn the easiest and most effective hip hop step with this dance how to video. Follow this tutorial and you'll be droppin' it low in the clubs in no time.

How To: Perform a "battement tendu" in ballet

Learn this basic ballet step called the "battement tendu" (stretched beat). This move is a foundation step for any beginning ballet dancer

How To: Dance the basic side step of the Salsa

Learn the basic Salsa side step with this dance how to video. This move is an absolute must for beginning Salsa dancers.

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: Do an exercise for proper dance posture

This how to video shows the key dance posture exercise that every budding dancer needs to do. It doesn't matter whether you are learning ballet, hip hop or any other type of dance.

How To: Do a Texas swing line dance

Learn how to do the Texas swing line style dance with this tutorial. This how to video instructs you on variations of the country western line dance such as the Grapevine, heel taps and heel toe moves.

How To: Do the country western line dance

In this video series, watch as line dancing expert Dawn Williams teaches how to line dance. Learn the various steps, how to move to the different counts, how to do tricks while line dancing, how to do the tub thump, and how to put it all together.

How To: Dance the Pasa Doble with Dancing with the Stars

The temperature gets hotter with this how to video where Dancing with the Stars pro Jonathan Roberts teaches Madison Michele the very steamy Pasa Doble. This instructional video is perfect for those Dancing with the Stars fans who want to learn some new dance moves.

How To: Dance country western swing with Dancing with the Star

In this dance how to video, Dancing with the Stars' pro Jonathan Roberts teaches Madison Michele how to swing dance country western style. This instructional video is perfect for those Dancing with the Stars fans who want to learn some new dance moves.

How To: Dance the Rumba with Dancing with the Stars

In this dance how to video, Dancing with the Stars pro Jonathan Roberts shows Madison Michele how to dance the Rumba. This instructional video is perfect for those Dancing with the Stars fans who want to learn some new dance moves.

How To: Dance the salsa crossbody lead

This dance how to video will teach everyone the basic crossbody lead in Salsa. For most of you, this will be a very essential move to pull-off some of the other complicated combinations. In addition, we add some styling techniques to make your crossbody leads better for both men and women.

How To: Dance basic salsa steps & do right turns

This dance how to video will review the basic steps of the salsa (front-back) step one. We also teach you how to perform a simple right turn, and for the guys, how to lead a right turn when in open position. Hopefully this will get you started dancing salsa!