How to Learn Dance Fusion
Dance fusion, or Tribal fusion, is a form of dance which combines aspects of traditional belly dance, hip hop, cabaret and Balinese dance. This type of dance became very popular in the United States in the 1990s and is still going strong today. Colorful belly dancing or tribal style costumes are usually worn for fusion dancing. It is somewhat difficult to learn dance fusion, since you will need a working knowledge of several other styles of dance.
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Instructions
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Purchase a traditional belly dancing instructional video at a local retailer or online. Look for a video that teaches various belly dancing moves, along with ways to transition these moves together to form a dance. Practice with this video to get a basic understanding of belly dancing.
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Determine what kind of tribal dancing you would like to learn. View videos online of such dance styles as African dancing, Indian dancing or hip hop style. Once you have decided on the style you would like to learn, you can begin to find a teacher.
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Enroll in a hip hop dance class and a belly dancing class. Complete at least 6 weeks of classes in each area so that you understand the basic moves. Once you learn the basics of both of these styles of dance, you can begin to mesh them together and perform dance fusion.
To find a belly dancing or hip hop class, check the class listings for your local university. Some universities are beginning to offer continuing education classes such as tribal dance or belly dance to non-traditional students. These classes often meet once a week and the fee is typically around $60.
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Find a belly dancing troupe in your area and find out if they perform tribal or dance fusion. If they do, ask if you can attend a few practice session or if they offer a beginner's class. Many belly dancing tribes offer beginner classes and even have a beginner tribe that you might be able to join. Take any opportunity that you can to learn dance fusion from a seasoned professional.
You can search online for belly dancing troupes in your area. If you find a tribe in your area, contact them to find out if they offer classes. These tribes perform at public and private events and are a great way to learn more about your chosen area of dance.
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Tips & Warnings
It is very difficult to learn dance fusion from videos alone, due to the difficulty of the moves. You will need some sort of personal instruction if you are serious about learning.
References
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