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Watching people dance can be both inspiring and intimidating. Their graceful movements and the fluid transitions between steps can make you want to dance while making you feel extremely self-conscious. Something you should know is that there are very, very few people who look this good when they first learn how to dance! Taking dance classes and private lessons are the perfect way to learn dance basics without the public exposure. Regardless of the type of dance you are interested in, the

Contemporary dance. You’ve probably seen it on famous dance television shows like So You Think You Can Dance or Dancing with the Stars, but do you actually know what contemporary dance is? With roots in several different styles of dance, like ballet, hip hop, and modern dance, contemporary dance emerged in the mid-1900s and quickly became one of the most popular dance styles in the Western world.  If you are interested in any kind of dance, studying contemporary dance for beginners is a great

For almost a century, swing dancing has attracted enthusiastic, carefree, and highly musical people from all walks of life. If you love its unrestrained movements and nostalgic charm, here are five interesting facts to know before you hit the dance floor. 1. Swing dance goes by many names Swing belongs to the jazz school of dance, but the term doesn't apply to one single technique. There are several distinct swing styles, and they each developed alongside shifting musical and cultural trends

John Travolta, Hugh Jackman, and Catherine Zeta-Jones are just a few of the Hollywood celebrities known for being "triple threats"--skilled in singing, dancing, and acting. Here, Corona, CA teacher Milton J. shares his tips for reaching their superstar status...   So you've decided to take vocal lessons to learn how to sing better, but the buck doesn't just stop there for your own ambitions. You have your eyes set on the stage and the screen, and you won’t stop until you're there

It’s become much more difficult to convince youngsters to get their bodies moving after the surge of tablets and the growth of home televisions, gaming systems, and smartphones.  Why would they want to go out and play with their pals when they can play video games with them virtually from the couch? Why go all of the way to the bowling alley when we can play bowling on the Wii?   However, there are times when you need to expend all of that pent-up energy to make sure your body stay

Curious about choreography? Get started with these simple methods and tips from New York City actor, dancer, and teaching artist Jasmine B...   Choreographing is an elusive art; sometimes we master it in moments, other times we can only sit in an empty studio with a pad of paper and our bodies in limbo. After learning how to choreograph a dance for myself, from some of the most innovative artists in the country, and witnessing some pretty phenomenal new pieces, I've noticed and start

Long days, hot nights, and summer weddings all add up to one thing: epic dance parties. If you're feeling a bit shy about shaking your groove thing, don't sweat it! I usually think the best dancer at the party is the guy or gal who's having the most fun, regardless of their dancing skills. Here are all the best party dance moves you need to heat things up this summer on the dance floor. 1. Step With the Beat To start out, get comfortable on the dance floor by stepping back and forth

Are you learning how to dance to some hit music video dances? Then, these easy and fun dance moves tutorials are for you! Music videos contain some of the most impressive dance sequences ever, and many of us love to emulate the moves of our favorite artists. Whether you’re looking for popular songs with simple, fun dances to learn or a more advanced music video dance tutorial, you’ve come to the right place! While many of us can’t learn an entire dance routine just by watching a mus

Every December, productions of The Nutcracker ballet add to the festivities and joy of the holiday season. You are probably already familiar with the story of a young girl who receives a magical nutcracker on Christmas Eve, but there are a few fun facts most people don't know about The Nutcracker. 1. In Germany, there is a folklore tradition based on the idea that nutcrackers protect your family and bring your home good luck. For this reason, nutcrackers were often given to children at Chris

Are you working from home, and find yourself staring at a computer screen all day? Are your weeks more repetitive due to the pandemic? Do you find yourself full of energy, and not able to sleep at night? Are you wondering how to get yourself exercising during the pandemic? If so, then it's time to start moving, your mind and your body will thank you for it! This pandemic is showing us, more than ever, that we can not rely on getting ourselves busy by going places, seeing people, and be