Basic Dance Steps in Folk Dance

Dancing salsa is like making love on a wood floor. Interested? If so,then check out this easy to follow dance video which will guide you step by step through how to dance salsa. From sashaying your hips sexily to the correct basic forward and backward step, this video covers ...more

Want to learn the Bachata? All you need is some space, a partner and some Bachata music! In this dance tutorial, learn specifically how to do traveling steps which follow a four beat pattern. Get on your way, learning the most basic of Bachata moves with help from this video t ...more

In this video, Cesar and Sheena teach us how to dance New York style salsa. Your basic step is going to consist of 8 different counts, but you are only stepping on 6 of those counts. On your non-stepping counts, you are traveling instead of stepping. It's important to count wi ...more

This very informative, interesting video will have you on the dance floor in a matter of minutes. Very clear directions are demonstrated by two talented dancers. The voice-over is easy to understand. Demonstrations are given in a room with a plain background so there are no di ...more

It's time to boogie! Get your shoes on, put on your dancing shirt, turn off your phone, and tell your friends you've gone on a permanent vacation! The boogie line dance is a simple line dance - easy enough for a toddler to learn, but hard to forget! This instructional video wi ...more

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 taugh ...more

For anyone looking for a basic, step-by-step guide to break dancing - this video is for you. Before doing break dancing moves, it's important to warm up the hands, feet and wrists. Learn how to do top rocks moves in break dancing with help from two experts. Bliss & Zetta are ...more

Make your board your own by tailoring it to your skating style. You Will Need * A skateboard deck * 2 skateboard trucks * 4 skateboard wheels * Utility knife * Socket wrench * 1 roll grip tape * 1 plastic noseguard and tailguard * A drill * Deck stickers and logos Step 1 Add ...more

First Part of the Drum and Bass Tutorial 1 - X-Step Training. (Video Chapter 1) - Learning Step - Basic X-Step - Front/Back Movement - Leg Lift Movement Click on Video Chapter 2 for step 2: - Learning Step 1 - Learning Step 2 - Movements - Another Move Have fun and keep ste ...more

Got school spirit? The cheerleading squad's the perfect place for you. Here's how to make the team. Step 1 Start getting in shape – cheering is a real sport. If you want to make the squad you’ll have to condition your body for a full season of jumping, tumbling, and running. ...more

Though it might look hard, the jerk dance is a very basic dance step that can be learned easily. It's a unique form of a twisting urban dance that requires a bit of bending and a good sense of rhythm. You'll be ready for your next street performance in no time!

Sue Fletcher, walks you through the ten basic steps of beginner tap dancing. Each step is explained from beginning to end in detail so you'll never feel lost or left behind. You'll learn moves like the brush step, the ball change and the flap, all of which are great for any le ...more

Need to brush up on your Jerk dance moves? Need a basic Jerking tutorial stat!? This tutorial takes you through a variety of moves including the reJect, basic Jerking, hand movements to apply to foot moves, and an invented dance move called the "Toon Step" or "Spongebob". They ...more

In The Netherlands, Gabber Hardcore is the music of choice for rebellious young people, much like punk and underground hip-hop in the US. It is a blisteringly fast style of electronic music which might seem hard to dance to at first. Enter the hakken, the dance of choice for t ...more

Just starting out with your Jerk dancing? In this JusJerk video, some ladies from the neighborhood who go by the name "L7" teach a beginning Jerk dancer the basic Jerk step, as well as the Pin Drop and Reject. JusJerk is one of the Internet's primary sources for Jerk dancing ...more

Tracy and Kelley from Head Over Heels demonstrate the Jumping Jacks swingout variation. This is a basic step in swing dancing. This is good to transition into Jive dancing and other swing variation of partner dance.

Gina Deambrazio and Gino Spizatti demonstrate the lady passing under a bridge move which helps move your partner on the dance floor. This is a variation of the salsa move cross body lead. You drop your arm, step to the side, bring her under, and do a basic.

n this free dancing video series, learn how to dance the Rumba passionately. U.S. Latin Champions Tony Meredith and Melanie LaPatin will show you many of the basic steps, moves and techniques you’ll need to get started… as well as make sure you don’t look ridiculous when it’s ...more

Got ballet tickets? Learn to appreciate and enjoy the performance with these steps. You Will Need * A ticket to a ballet performance * Internet access * A book on ballet (optional) * Binoculars (optional) Step 1 Prepare for the performance by learning about the ballet you wil ...more

Get a little hula in your life by learning how to do these basic moves. You Will Need * A full body mirror * A sense of rhythm * All the grace and sensuality you can muster * Mele, the sung poetry that accompanies a traditional hula dance (optional) Step 1 Stand facing your ...more

Watch this dance how to video and learn the basic charleston dance step. Don't miss part 2! The Charleston is a dance named after Charleston, South Carolina. The dance became popular in the USA after the swing jazz 1923 song "The Charleston" by composer/pianist James P. Johnso ...more

You will rule the dance floor the next time you step into a club! Dancer Jerri Lee shows you a few basic go-go dancing moves. You'll want to get some music with a good beat, and practice in front of a mirror. Make sure you stretch before dancing, and remember - it's all in the ...more

The side slide dance as a product of freestyle moves done in the 1990s. The basics of the side slide dance begin with stepping a leg out and bringing it up. Learn more about this move: how it looks and how its done with help from two experts. Bliss & Zetta are professional hi ...more

Looking to break into the break dancing world? In this video, learn some easy moves in break dancing with start with top rock basics, such as stepping out with the right foot, crossing the arms, crossing the left foot in front and opening the arms. Add flair to these dance flo ...more

In this dance how to video, Larry Payne demonstrates the sissone a la seconde ferme (to the second position closed), then en avant (in front), finishing with a "changement." The step sissone is named for the person who invented it. ballet move. This is a basic move for the beg ...more

Learning the blues isn't an easy task, but this video helps make it a little easier. The song you'll be learning is "Coffee Blues" by Mississippi John Hurt. It's in the key of A and is a typical blues progression, in an alternating bass. It's the chords A, D, and E. If you're ...more

The Egyptian walk is a belly dancing step with a number of variations. Learn how to do the basic drill for the belly dancing Egyptian walk with free video lessons from a belly dancer. Perform the Egyptian walk in belly dancing - Part 1 of 28. Click through to watch this video ...more

This how to video teaches you the beginning steps of the most popular, basic swing dance, the Lindy Hop. Learn how to do the 6 count basic step, a send out, the basic step in open position, a tuck turn, send in and an inside turn, as well as many other moves, with this dance t ...more

Head Over Heels demonstrates a jig kicks sequence with a cross-over step. This Jig Kicks with a Cross-Over enables you to do the basic jitterbug. Do one full basic and then get your footwork on the same as your partner (her rock step). Follow along with all the instructions as ...more

JB skating combines roller-skating with a variety of dance styles. If you’re board of your normal Friday nights or looking for a fun and funky way to exercise, grab a pair of skates, watch a few videos and then try it for yourself. This style of roller skating, which originat ...more

The two-step is a step found in many folk dances, and in various other dances. The Washington Post Two Step is a 19th Century name originating in the USA. It is similar to the traditional two-step dance but slowed down and a bit jumpier. This video is only a demonstration, and ...more

Head Over Heels demonstrates a couple 20's Charleston variations. First learn the crossover step, and then the 1-2 pass by. Do the Charleston with the crossover step, and then the basic crossover step back in the basic. Follow along with this couple as they guide you through t ...more

This 5 part how to video is an introduction to swing dance. Learn how do the basic step in open and closed position, the inside turn, a traveling basic step and the tuck turn as well as many other dance steps in this tutorial. Watch this lesson and you'll be swing dancing in n ...more

In this video series learn how to Mambo from our expert dancer Leslie Sack as she demonstrates Mambo dance steps and combinations, and teaches men's and ladies' basic steps, progressive steps, side rocks, back rocks, walk around turns, cross body leads, cross over breaks with ...more

The Library of Congress video archives brings this Renaissance dance lesson demonstration. Follow along with the performers as they show off their traditional moves, dancing a cinq pas de la gaillarde dance. It might take a bit of dance practice, but grab your partner, put on ...more

In this instructional video dance lesson, our expert will explain the basic stances of Irish Step dance. Additionally, you will get to see a wide variety of moves and combos demonstrated, complete with tips and suggestions for your own routines. Learn how to dazzle a crowd wit ...more

In this demonstrational video you watch a ballroom full of people dancing the waltz and "Loomis' Glide Mazurka". The maurka is a lively Polish folk dance. This video is only a demonstration, and unfortunately it does not give step by step instructions.

In this how to video, you will learn the basic steps of swing dance. Men start with left foot, ladies start with right foot. Watch this dance tutorial and you will be able to perform series of basic East Coast and West Coast swing patterns.

The Library of Congress video archives brings this Renaissance dance lesson demonstration. Follow along with the performers as they show off their traditional moves, dancing a cinq pas de la gaillarde dance. It might take a bit of dance practice, but grab your partner, put on ...more

Learn how to do the pop and lock - a basic street style dancing move. Darrin breaks down the simple steps of a poppin' dance routine. Watch and follow along to your favorite hip hop music and start popping and locking in no time.

This how to video teaches you the 20's style of the Charleston. This is a fun variation of the basic Charleston that is often incorporated into the Lindy Hop. Follow the steps in this dance tutorial and you'll be doing the Charleston 20's style in no time.

This how to video teaches you the basics of swingouts in swing dancing. This dance move is often used when dancing the Lindy or the Charleston. Watch this tutorial and you will be dancing swingouts in no time.

This video given by the Library of Congress gives you a great demonstration on the galliard step. This classical Renaissance dance was a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I of England. However this video does not give you step by step instructions on how to learn this dance, but a f ...more

This is a video demonstration of the late 19th Century waltz. This waltz is a ballroom and folk dance. The waltz first became fashionable in Vienna around the 1780s, and spread to many other countries in the years that follow. The waltz, and its closed position, became the exa ...more

This video shows you how to do the basic Running Man dance. 1) The Lift First, it is better to start with right foot on backside. Lift your right foot and slide your left foot back a bit at the same time with knee in the middle. 2) The Step Next, left foot goes back and rig ...more

This dance tutorial teaches you the basic dance steps for the Lindy. Learn how to do the Texas Tommy, Shim Sham, Full Break, Outside turn and many other moves with this dance lesson. Watch this how to video and you'll be dancing the Lindy Hop in no time. Part 1 of 6 - How to D ...more

This six part how to video teaches you the basic swing dance steps for the Lindy. Learn the swingout from closed position and open position as well as the Lindy circle with this tutorial. Watch this video and you will be swing dancing in no time. Part 1 of 6 - How to Do Lindy ...more

Balboa is a form of swing dance is danced in close embrace, and is led with a full body connection. The Balboa is the subtle communication between the leader and follower and because of that the Balboa is considered more of a "dancer's dance" than a "spectator's dance". This h ...more

This four part how to video teaches you more advanced steps of the Charleston. You must have the ability to do the basic steps of the Charleston before attempting the dance steps in this tutorial. Watch this dance lesson and you will be able to do the Charleston in no time. Pa ...more

Check out this how to video that teaches the basic steps of the Lindy Hop swing dance. Learn how to do outside turns, walkthroughs, the Lindy circle and much more with this six part tutorial. Watch these videos and you will be doing the Lindy in no time. Part 1 of 6 - How to D ...more

This five part how to video teaches you the basic steps for swing dancing. These steps are the basis for other more advanced styles of swing dance such as the Lindy Hop and the Charleston. Watch this tutorial and you'll be swing dancing in no time. Part 1 of 5 - How to Do begi ...more

In this online video series learn how to Waltz from professional ballroom coach Kelly-Anne as she demonstrates Waltz dance steps including: male dance steps, lady dance steps, basic box dance steps for the Waltz, rotating box dance steps, timing for the Waltz, lady turn under ...more

In this instructional video series, our expert will show you the basics of Afro-Cuban dance by teaching basic steps, giving pointers on special moves and techniques as well as history on the origins of Afro-Cuban dance and the music and musical instruments that accompany it. P ...more

In this series of video dance lessons you’ll learn the basic steps and moves of Jive dancing. Part 1 of 15 - How to Dance the Jive. Dance the Jive - Part 2 of 15. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Dance the Jive - Part 3 of 15. Click through to watch this ...more

In this video series learn to dance the Foxtrot from professional dancer and dance instructor Leslie Sack as she demonstrates Foxtrot dance steps such as the Foxtrot walk, basic step for men and ladies, left rock turn, Foxtrot promenade, right rock turn, Foxtrot patterns. Part ...more

In this series of video dancing lessons you'll learn how to dance the Foxtrot from professional dancers and dance instructors Sarolta Eke & Tamas Kassay as they demonstrate Foxtrot dance steps such as the Foxtrot walk, basic zig zag step for men and ladies, the rock turn, Foxt ...more

In this dancing video series, learn how to dance the rumba passionately. Our dance instructor will show you many of the basic steps, moves and techniques you’ll need to get started… as well as make sure you don’t look ridiculous when it’s time to dance with a partner. Part 1 o ...more

In this series of video dance lessons you’ll learn how to dance the cha-cha-cha. Expert dance instructors Kelly-Anne and Steeve Vean Louis will teach you all the basic steps of the cha-cha-cha, including how to get the right posture, understanding the rhythm of the dance. Part ...more

In this video series learn from expert dance instructor Leslie Sack as she teaches and demonstrates Merengue dance steps and moves such as body frame position, Cuban motion; learn men's and ladies' basic steps, turning signals, right and left turns, two handed turn; learn the ...more