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How to Spot in Dance

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Spotting while executing dance turns is critical. Spotting allows the dancer to do multiple turns without getting dizzy and losing her balance. Spotting should be practiced with a trained professional in order for the technique to be mastered ... more »

How to Stag Leap in Jazz

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The stag leap is not for everybody because it has a high level of difficulty. It is one of the most dynamic of jazz dance moves, but it is also one of the hardest physically. It might take ballet training to pull off correctly. Read on to learn more... more »

How to Start a Dance Night Group

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If you love to dance and want to find some friends that love to dance as much as you do, you need to start a dance night group. It's a fun way to get out on the dance floor and encourage all of your friends to do the same, and with a few tips, ... more »

How to Survive in "The Ghetto" As A White Boy

By Larry Fike, M.Phil.

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So I lived in Harlem - in Manhattan, a borough of New York City - for 7 years. I never got into a tiff with a "black person" (instead, I later married one). I taught at CUNY up on 137th Street & Broadway. I'm as white as they ... more »

How to Take Dance Lessons as an Adult

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Either alone or as a couple, taking a few lessons can greatly improve your confidence on the dance floor - and they're fun... more »

How to Take up Ballet as an Adult

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Though a person hoping to achieve a career as a professional ballet dancer must begin at an early age, it is possible to take up ballet as a fun pastime even as an adult. Ballet is a physically demanding but greatly rewarding form of exercise ... more »

How to Tango

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Born in the brothels of Argentina, the tango is synonymous with passion. Although the dance is relatively free-form, you can do a lot with two basic moves: the walking step and the rock step... more »

How to Teach Beginning Ballet Classes

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Teaching beginning ballet is a fascinating experience. Most beginning ballet classes start with children ages 3-5. During this initial training, their sporadic play and uninhibited movements start to take shape in to the beautiful art form of ... more »

How to Teach Feet Positions in Ballet

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When teaching ballet, instructing your students on the proper feet positions is extremely important. Read on to find out how to teach first through fifth positions in a clear and efficient manner so that your students understand these basic ... more »

How to Tell Clowning from Krumping

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Dance crazes have been a staple of American culture for years. Some of the crazes take the country by storm and others fizzle quickly. Still others create offshoots of each other. Two such closely related forms of dance expression are clowning ... more »

How to use a Hula Hoop

By EDANYA

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Think you can't keep a hula-hoop off of the ground? Nonesense!.. more »

How to Walk It Out

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"Walk it Out" is the popular song, dance and creation of music artist Unk from his album "Beat'n Down Yo Block!" You heard about it and see the kids doing it. Now it's your turn to learn how to "Walk it Out.".. more »

How to Waltz

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The waltz, which evolved from a German folk dance, is danced to a triple beat. It's popular throughout Europe and the United States, especially at formal social events. Here are a few moderately easy steps to have you waltzing on the dance floor... more »

How to Write Dance Criticism

By rachelterry

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Dance is not usually thought of as an academic discipline and, therefore, scholars overlook its contributions to writing. However, newspapers and other publications frequently review dance companies and performances, and there certainly is a ... more »

How to Break in Pointe Shoes

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Some dancers like to break in their pointe shoes well before dancing on pointe, while others prefer to break in their shoes gradually through dancing. Here are some ways to effectively break in your footwear... more »

How to Buy Booty Shorts

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Booty shorts are quite possibly the sexiest shorts that women can wear. They can be worn to the clubs, on the beach or in the bedroom. Find out how to buy the best booty shorts for all sexy occasions... more »

How to Create a Ballet Class Syllabus

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Ballet is an art form that requires a great deal of training and dedication. A ballet class syllabus can guide ballet instructors in their teaching to ensure that every dancer masters basic skills before moving on to the next level. A good ... more »

How to Create a Jazz Class Syllabus

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A syllabus proves helpful in any class setting, including a dance class. A jazz class syllabus helps you as a teacher follow your studio's set curriculum. This focus ensures that each dancer learns in a logical progression... more »

How to Crip Walk

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The Crip Walk, also called the C-walk, originated in Compton, a suburb of south central Los Angeles. Since then, it has been popularly referenced in rap lyrics and used so often that it is a staple in hip hop dance today... more »

How to Crunk Dance

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Crunk is a mix of crazy and drunk. Crunk dancing is essentially letting loose when you dance and performing moves that you would only do when drunk. Crunk dancing is a combination of many dance moves and uses a lot of hip hop. Pick up some funky ... more »

How to Dance Cumbia

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Cumbia is a dance (and a type of Latin music) from Colombia that originated with the African slaves along the Atlantic coast. For years, Cumbia was known mostly as a "street" style of dance and considered vulgar by many in the upper classes. ... more »

How to Dance Krump

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Krump was invented by "Tommy the Clown" in the early 1990s in Los Angeles, California. Tommy the Clown came up with a series of comedic and wild gestures, which he would perform at parties to entertain kids. This "clowning" evolved to "krumping" ... more »

How to Dance Like Beyonce

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Beyonce is one of today's most popular and prolific stars. Her singing and dancing have somewhat changed the face of R&B music thus making her a superstar. Her dancing style is quite unique. However, it can be difficult to mimic her without some ... more »

How to Dance Like Elvis Presley

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Elvis Presley is one of the most impersonated celebrities, but there's more to it than just curling your lip and saying, "Thank you very much." The King of Rock n' Roll was also well known for his signature, hip-shaking dance moves that offended ... more »

How to Dance Like Usher

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Usher is considered one of the music industries most prolific dancers. His style is influenced by the rich history of the R&B industry. Emulating this top selling star can be difficult if you aren't working with a few basics and tricks. Learn ... more »

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