Hot Dance How-Tos
How To: Develop your ballet turn-out
In order to develop ballet turnout, it is important that you remember that relaxation is the key. Your hip joint must be loose and relaxed at all times, since all movement is done based on turnout.
How To: Do the limbo dance
The limbo. Everybody knows what it is, but amazingly, only a small percentage of the population has actually participated in a limbo dance. Most think it's a thing for a huge party, but you only need a few to have fun with it. Find out just how low you can go by dancing the limbo with your friends.
How To: Perform tutting, fingertutting and digital combos
In hip-hop dance, or any dance for that matter, there are so many different types of techniques and moves it can be hard to keep track of them all. Most importantly, it can be hard to figure out what you like and how to do it. Well, if you're interested in things like tutting, fingertutting, or digital combos then this video may be for you.
How To: Improve your flexibility with leg extensions for dance
With any form of dance, flexibility is key to making sure you don't pull any kind of muscles. There are various ways to help improve your flexibility, and this tutorial will help show you one.
How To: Perform a Jabbawockeeze freestyle
Hip-hop dance is one of the most energetic and possibly coolest form of dance that is out there. There are many different moves that can be done and with the right ones mixed together, can create an awesome looking dance routine. In this quick tutorial, you'll see what it takes to perform a Jabbawockeeze freestyle dance. If you need help, pause the video in order to see what you need to do. Good luck and have fun!
How To: Belly dance
This is the first of my instructional belly dancing videos. I am an amateur dancer trying to remember what I learn and spreading the love.
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: Perform stationary slides in Hip-Hop dance
Hip-hop dance is a great and modern dance to pick up on. It's something that can cause you to sweat and will definitely cause your heart rate to go up. There are many steps in hip-hop dance, but this tutorial is going to cover just one.
How To: Belly dance easily
If you're looking to pick up on belly dancing, this is something that is very sensual and is sure to help you focus on controlling certain parts of your body. In this dance, you're able to focus on certain muscles in your body, but one of the most important to focus on is the torso area.
How To: Perform Greek belly dance
If you don't know what belly dancing is, then you've been living under a rock. This form of dance is very sensual and requires you to move certain parts of your body in a smooth and fluid-like motion. In this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to perform Greek belly dance which involves the swaying of the arms. It's an easy to follow tutorial that you're be sure to love. So good luck and enjoy!
How To: Perform basic steps in tap dance easily
If you're starting to tap dance, know that it revolves around using the rythym of the music. The music helps determine what steps that you'll be making in your dance routine. It may seem like a difficult task, but with the right help and teacher it can be easy to pick up. So in this tutorial you'll find out some basic steps that are made in tap. They're easy to follow and will make you want to keep learning how to perform this energetic and fun dance. So good luck, be careful, and enjoy!
How To: Perform tap dance steps for beginners
If you're interested in learning how to tap dance, prepare for some fun. Although it may seem difficult or annoying, tap dance is very energetic and will have you sweating. In this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to perform tap dance steps for beginners. They're easy to follow and will cover much of the basic steps in tap. So good luck, get your shoes ready, and enjoy!
How To: Do advanced tap dance steps
Tap dancing is a fun and energetic dance that requires skill and a good pair of shoes. It can be an interesting dance for anybody to learn and requires much practice. So in this tutorial, if you've learned some of the basics to tap dancing, it's time to move on to the more advanced steps. This tutorial will be covering a few of the steps nice and slowly. So get your tap shoes ready and enjoy!
How To: Do Western dance steps
If this is your first time dancing Western you may experience something that is very contagious and fun to dance to. In this tutorial, from professional dance instructor Nina Ortega, you'll be learning some basic dance steps for Western. These steps are easy to follow and can be applied to others lessons to help improve your skills. So sit back, pay attention, and enjoy!
How To: Remember dance steps easily
When learning a new dance from scratch, it may be difficult to remember these steps. So it's important to try and use any trick so that you won't make yourself look like a fool. In this next tutorial, you'll get an easy trick that you can use to help make sure that you look like a pro out on the dance floor. So sit back and let dance instructor Nina Ortega, show you what you need to do to remember dance steps easily. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Easily do Jitterbug dance steps
Jitterbug dance steps are quite easy because they're always on the beat of the music. Practice the jitterbug dance steps with guidance from a professional dance instructor and performer in this free video on dance steps.
How To: Dance the triple-step for Swing
When learning any new dance, it's important to take your time and constantly practice any new steps you learn in order to embed it into your very mind. As dance intructors always say, practice makes perfect. So when watching this tutorial, remember those words as you are attempting to dance the triple-step for swing. It usually consists of a side step, then a together step, followed by a side step again. It seems pretty easy to do, but you never know. So good luck, pay attention, and enjoy!
How To: Easily swing dance at home
Swing dance is an energetic and fast paced dance that's sure to get your blood flowing. When doing it, the leader will always start to the left. It's something that many can follow, but requires practice. So check out this tutorial from professional instructor Nina Ortega and see if you have what it takes to swing. Enjoy!
How To: Dance the lindy hop
If you've never heard what the lindy hop was, you would probably think it's some interesting type of candy. In fact, it's actually a dance that is based on the popular charleston and was popular during the 1930s and 40s. The dance have a triple step and a rock step incorporated in them. So see if you have what it takes to learn this dance from professional instructor Nina Ortega. Good luck, practice, and enjoy!
How To: Do swing dance moves
If you're looking for a dance that is very energetic and fast, then look no further than swing dance. They can be very fast and goes along with the music and is pretty easy to learn. If you're interested in learning the basics, this tutorial is perfect for you. You'll be taught by professional Nina Ortega as she takes you through the steps when it comes to swing dance. So good luck, practice, and enjoy!
How To: Dance the quick step
Like the foxtrot, the quick step follows a rythm that starts off slow then picks it up or a 2/4 or 4/4 time beat. It comes from the Charleston and actually got its name due to a quick step taken in the middle of the dance. See if you got what it takes to do the quick step with this helpful tutorial from dance instructor Nina Ortega.
How To: Dance the foxtrot
Learning how to dance can be a fun and exciting experience that teaches you not only how to dance, but a little about another countries culture as well. In this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to foxtrot. It's a ballroom dance that is done in a pattern of slow, slow, then quick, quick. Like any dance, it takes time and practice. So good luck, pay attention, and enjoy!
How To: Perform dance steps for the waltz
The waltz is a very pretty and fluid dance that requires dance partners to be very close. It's one that can be difficult for some, but for others, is easy to learn with no problems. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to perform dance steps for the waltz with the help of Nina Ortega. It's easy to follow and is performed in a three-four music rythm, so good luck, practice, and enjoy!
How To: Perform the 1930s dance steps
If you admire the many dances of the 1930s, jitterbug, jive, and swing, then you're going to love this tutorial. In this video from choreographer Nina Ortega, you'll learn the 1930s dance steps to all three of those dances. Each one is unique and different, but can easily be done by some of the most non-experienced dancers. So check it out, take your time, and have fun!
How To: Do the Not Myself Tonight dance choreography
If you've ever watched or listened to music from Christina Aguilera, you know for one she can sing and two she can definitely dance. So many of her music videos have featured great dance moves from the lively young performer. So it's no surprise that her new single Not Myself Tonight, would feature a set of dance moves. This tutorial takes you through the steps and shows you what you need to do in order to bust a move. So good luck, be careful, and enjoy!
How To: Do the OMG dance choreography
He's been gone for some time, but Usher is back! And with a new Usher song and album also comes new dance moves for fans of his to learn. In this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to perform the dance done in the song OMG. It's a great jam and features dance moves that anyone can follow. So sit back, pay attention, and enjoy!
How To: Dance the Waka Waka (World Cup anthem) with Shakira
There is much more going on in Africa than the World Cup games. South Africa is still plagued by poverty, violence, illiteracy and HIV. In this tutorial, superstar Shakira shows you how to help erase hunger and provide schooling for the children of Africa by dancing and participating in a worthwhile cause.
How To: Do a cross handed turn pattern in salsa dancing
In order to do the Cross Handed Turn Pattern in Salsa dance, you will need to begin by facing your partner. Partners will begin by holding hands: right hand with right hand and left hand with left hand. Raise the right hands over the left hands.
How To: Do hip lifts & drops in belly dancing
This video shows viewers who are interested in learning how to belly dance, focusing on the techniques of hip lifts and drops. After slowly shifting your weight from one hip to the other, make sure that your head stays at the same level by placing your hands on your head as your weight shifts. After making sure that you are now bouncing your head as you move, practice moving your arms in time with your motion. Your arms should move in opposite directions from each other, with one arm being lo...
How To: Do a cross body lead 180 in salsa dancing
In this tutorial, learn one of the basic salsa steps with a flair. This is the cross body lead 180 and it will have you flipping and spinning your partner around like a pro. So, follow along and copy these steps and get ready to strut your stuff on the dance floor. Do a cross body lead 180 in salsa dancing.
How To: Do the dance to Michael Jackson's "Dangerous"
In this in depth, 7 part tutorial, learn how to dance Michael Jackson's routine from "Dangerous". This dance is impressive and with a little practice you, too, will soon be grooving like the King of Pop.
How To: Do the "3 step" like Michael Jackson
In this clip, learn how to perform the "3 Step". This is a complicated dance move that Michael Jackson used as part of his many other dances. Follow along and get a step by step on how to add this funky groove into your own dances and rock any dance floor.
How To: Dance the "Beat It" backstep by Michael Jackson
In this clip, learn how to dance the back-step dance sequence from "Beat It" by Michael Jackson. This move is slick and will look great on any dance floor, so give it a try.
How To: Learn various dance moves from "Billie Jean"
In this seven part tutorial, learn how to perform various moves from Billie Jean by Michael Jackson. Each segment will show you a new move, each one more fun than the last. Impress your friends with the cool collection of dances and help the memory of the King of Pop live on and on.
How To: Perform Michael Jackson's "indian walk" dance
In this tutorial, learn how to perform a Michael Jackson move called the "Indian walk". This move is quite popular and used in music videos such as "Black or White" and "Man in the Mirror". If you would like to perform this cool step, follow along and dance up a storm.
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 Michael Jackson's "robot pop" dance move
In this clip, you will learn an extremely impressive pop n lock inspired dance move from Michael Jackson. This "robot pop" is used in many of MJ's dances and creates an extremely cool effect. If you think you can control your body very carefully, then check this clip out and practice. These are some seriously sweet moves.
How To: Do Michael Jackson's signature heel pivot rotation
In this clip, learn how to perform Michael Jackson's signature heel pivot or rotating slide to add to your dance routines. This is the famous way Michael turned around when he was moonwalking. Check it out and make your dances more fluid.
How To: Do a "Smooth Criminal" dance move by Michael Jackson
In this tutorial, learn the starting dance move from Michael Jackson's music video for "Smooth Criminal". This spicy song is one of MJ's greatest hits and in this clip, learn how to do the wave move he does in the beginning. Once you master this step, you will look amazing on any dance floor.
How To: Do the "Thriller" dance by Michael Jackson
In this step by step, three part tutorial, learn exactly how to perform Michael Jackson's most iconic dance, "Thriller". "Thriller" is representative of the birth of the music video and the dance has carried its way through generations. This Halloween, perform this number for your friends and look like a super star!