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How To : Dance Saidi tyle belly dancing

Expand your belly dancing horizons by exploring the world of Saidi style belly dancing! The Saidi style of Egyptian belly dancing often incorporates a cane in many of the dance moves. Practice dancing with a cane in Saidi belly dancing with help from an expert: Sahira began he ...more

How To : Do the "Shotgun Waltz" Line dance

Learn how to do the "Shotgun Waltz" line dance with this tutorial. This is a 48 count, 4 wall waltz style, country western line dance performed to the song "Shotgun Rider" by Tim McGraw. Follow these easy dance steps and you'll be able to dance the "Shotgun Waltz" the next tim ...more

News : Project Belly Dance

In November 2010 I had one of the best experiences ever in my Belly Dance "career" (I use quotes because I love it so much it is difficult to refer to dancing as a job). My family and I flew out to Baltimore, MD so I could participate in a reality show style Belly Dance compet ...more

How To : Do the Bachata reverse basic steps

The Bachata is a style of dance from the Dominican Republic. Accomplished with a Cuban hip motion to a four-step beat, it's a dance sure to get you sweating and grooving. In this dance tutorial, learn how to do the reverse step with a little help from a professional. One less ...more

How To : Take cues from a male lead in salsa dancing

Let's face it, ladies: Salsa dancing is a guy's dance. By that we mean that whether or not you have a thrilling time dancing and look professional depends on how good your male partner is, since he's the lead. So the next time you hit a salsa club looking for a good salsa dan ...more

How To : Circle glide, glide and moonwalk

In this quick instructional dance video, learn how to circle glide, glide and moonwalk, all in one. This tutorial includes text instruction on the screen and slow motion clips to help you break down each move. Practice the glide, circle glide and moonwalk, and add a bit of sty ...more

How To : Perform the Crocodile Roll Swing Lift

Lifts and throws are great fun and look amazing! And this crocodile roll lift looks fabulous with any style of dance, not just swing. The clip below will walk you through the entire crocodile roll lift, step by step, so that you can add a new masterpiece to your dancing! The C ...more

How To : Perform the Standstill Backflip Swing Lift

Lifts and throws are great fun and look amazing! The standstill backflip swing lift looks fabulous with just about any style of dance. The clip below will walk you through the standstill back flip lift step by step, so that you can add a new masterpiece to your dancing! The St ...more

How To : Dance the Chinese Lion Dance

In these lion dance video instruction clips, learn about the Southern style Chinese New Year Lion Dance, including a demonstration of dance steps and moves, equipment, costumes, and a little more history. Watch as the Buddha puts the lion through its paces, taunting him with h ...more

How To : King Tut dance more cleanly

Tutting is one of the members of the larger Popping family of hip-hop dance styles, so named because the moves are inspired by the right angle heavy art of early Egyptians. It looks very cool and doesn't requires as much full-body coordination as many other dances, so learn it ...more

How to Dance the tango : the High Back Boleo

This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the High Back Boleo. Boleos from back ocho with leg in air. Also with extra tap. Music: Que Te Importe Que Llore (Calo) Early tango was known as tango cr ...more

How to Dance the tango : the Caricias embellishment

This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the Caricias embellishment. Caricias - 'caressing' your own leg with the free leg before stepping. Common during paradas or slow forward ochos. Early tan ...more

How to Dance the tango : the Cha Cha Cha in 8 cortado

This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the Cha Cha Cha in eight cortado. A 'cha-cha-cha' triple step added in on the 'slows' of the quick-quick-slow, quick-quick-slow timing of the ocho cortado ...more

How to Dance the tango : the Rulo Loco embellishment

This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the Rulo Loco embellishments. A tiny circle with your free foot as pivot during a forward ocho. Coordination of the foot circling and the hips flipping as ...more

How to Dance the tango : the Front Boleo

This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the Boleo from Front Ochos, low, hi and with embellishment. Early tango was known as tango criollo, or simply tango. Today, there are many tango dance st ...more

How to Dance the tango : the Tap on '2' - Embellishment

This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the Tap on '2' - Embellishment. This video illustrates tapping on the '2', if you count '1-2-3-4' for each beat. ('1' being the downbeat, '3' being the up ...more

How To : Dance the Tango Double Beat embellishments

This is an instructional video on dancing the Tango, specifically the footwork. This elegant dance instructional goes over the Double Beat embellishments. Early tango was known as tango criollo, or simply tango. Today, there are many tango dance styles, including Argentine Ta ...more

How To : Dance the Tango Low Back Boleos

This video shows boleos on ground from back ochos. This is footwork in Tango ballroom dance steps. Early tango was known as tango criollo, or simply tango. Today, there are many tango dance styles, including Argentine Tango, Uruguayan Tango, Ballroom tango (American and Inter ...more

How To : Dance the Tango Double Taps embellishments

This video illustrates tapping more than once during the beat. Possible combination are tapping on '2' + '3', on '3' + '4' or '2' + '4' with the step coming on the '1' always - the downbeat. (Using the system of count '1-2-3-4' for each beat, '1' being the downbeat, '3' being ...more

How To : Dance the Tango Tap on '3' embellishments

This video illustrates tapping on the '3' or the upbeat (halfway through the beat). Count '1-2-3-4' for each beat. ('1' being the downbeat, '3' being the upbeat or exact middle, and '2' and '4' being the places inbetween or the quarter beats). It is not a synchopated embellish ...more

How To : Do the basic Mambo steps

Ever been curious about the Mambo? The Mambo is a popular Cuban style of music and dance, sure to pump up any party or dance floor! Although the Mambo steps can be complicated, get each step broken down and taught with help from this free dance tutorial. With practice, practic ...more

News : Speaking of DVD's... A Review

I got a new Belly Dance instructional DVD last week and I am LOVING it! It's Ranya Renee's "Belly Dance Egyptian Style: The Baladi. Ranya is a Fantastic instructor and although the gadgets she used to explain her posture and alignment were a little silly it was an effective t ...more

How To : Do basic Mambo dancing turns

If you're going to show off your Cuban-style Mambo on the dance floor, better get your Mambo dancing turns down. Learn how do basic-level Mambo dance turns with help from this free dance tutorial. Doing these turns right is all about timing and staying with the beat of the mus ...more

How To : Dance the Tango Beat in Front embellishments

This is a common embellishment for back ochos and takes a little practice to work up the speed to do it but once you do you'll find lots of places to fit it in. During back ochos, beat your free foot in front as it passes the other on the "&" count (halfway through the beat), ...more

HowTo : Make a Girl Talk Inspired Toilet Paper Launcher

Greg Gillis is Girl Talk. Girl Talk is pioneer of the popularization of mashups and digital sampling. To some, Girl Talk may be old news in today's over saturation of remixes and mashups. To others, Gillis is master. The video below is inspiring on two levels: First, Gillis ...more

How To : Do the Four Basic Mambo Steps

Not sure where to start when learning the Mambo? Look no further. Get started dancing the Mambo by learning the four most basic steps. Master the Cuban style & flare needed to dance the Mambo with help from this expert Latin dancer. Video: .

How To : Do the advanced Wiggle Walk style C-Walk

This is a Wiggle Walk C-walk dance tutorial. Be sure to click on Chapter 2 and Chapter 3 fo the entire tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration to learn the wiggle walk C-walk moves. This is advanced, not for beginners. Moves in this Part 1: -Wiggle Walk(in place) -Wig ...more

How To : Barbecue a chicken beer butt style

Watch this how to video and let the BBQ Pit Boys show you how to barbecue up two tender and juicy 4lb. chickens on the grill, Beer Butt Chicken Style. This chicken recipe is super easy to do. All you need for this barbecue chicken recipe favorite is two cans of beer (or water ...more

How To : Do the Roger Rabbit dance

You may not know it, but one of the silliest dance moves you've probably seen out around town actually has a name. It's called the Roger Rabbit, and done with style and as part of a good dance routine it can be cool. Watch this video to learn how it works.

How To : Do all of the C-Walk shuffles

Learn all of the shuffle steps in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. This video includes the basic shuffle, shuffle hop, shuffle spin with hop, crip shuffle, shuffle drop, and the crazy shuffle spin

How To : Dance to Jessica Jarrell's "Almost Love"

Young pop star Jessica Jarrell is as cute as can be. With tight, curly hair and a funky, hipster sense of style, she's that popular girl at school you love to hate because she's so damn nice. And apparently the girl can dance, too. Check out this dance tutorial to learn the c ...more

How To : Exagerate your makeup for stage performances

In this tutorial, learn hwo to apply makeup for stage performances such as dance recitals, play performances, cheerleading competitions, figure skating and anything else where all eyes will be on you. Stage makeup is much more exagerated than everyday style because it is impo ...more

How To : Do the PacMan arm wave dance move

In this tutorial, learn how to perform the PacMan arm wave and make your body look like it's turned to rubber! This dance was created by Phillip "PacMan" Cbeeb and is one of the coolest there is. So, next time you are challenged to a breakdancing competition or just feel like ...more

How To : Become a hip-hop dancer

So, you want to become a hip-hop dancer? In this video, learn from two experts what it takes: the style, including the clothing and the music. Bliss & Zetta are professional hip-hop dancers and choreographers. Learn more dance moves from these two by searching WonderHowTo! You ...more

News : HOLY COW! Who Taught White Baby To Dance?

Since we're on the topic of performing boy wonders today (Taiwanese Boy Sings Whitney Better Than Whitney Herself?), here's another defiance of nature. Little six-year-old Luke KILLS at tap dancing. Previously, Walk It Out Street-Tap-Style.

How To : Jerk (dance) like a pro

Jerk crew Audio Push teaches you how to jerk, reject, and dip while offering expert advice on what's fresh and what's lame. Style is subjective to an extent, but let these seasoned vets refine your moves with this smooth instructional video. They make jerking look so easy even ...more

How To : Create an updo style using a Bumpit

Bump up your hair with a Bumpit! In this hair tutorial, learn how to create a volumized fancy up do (w/ headband) hairstyle using a Bumpit! This look is perfect for a dance or an important date! Get your hair the attention it deserves!

How To : Dance modern jive

Here's a weekly on-line Modern Jive dance lesson from Dance Yourself Dizzy. This is a two part step by step from the man's perspective showing the steps in lead during basic modern jive dancing. Jive is a style of swing. Part 1 of 2 - How to Dance modern jive. Part 2 of 2 - H ...more

How To : Pose like a Pin-up in Burlesque dancing

Gypsy Charms explains how to pose like a pinup. This is a tutorial from the Ministry of Burlesque on how to pose like a classic pinup girl of the exotic showgirl style. This is part modeling and part exotic dancing.

How To : Dance the salsa crossbody lead

This dance how to video will teach everyone the basic crossbody lead in Salsa. For most of you, this will be a very essential move to pull-off some of the other complicated combinations. In addition, we add some styling techniques to make your crossbody leads better for both m ...more

How To : Wear the right costume for belly dancing

Check out this how to video to learn your options for wearing costumes for belly dancing. There are several kinds of costumes you can choose from and this tutorial will show you which is the right style for you.

How To : Liquid dance as a beginner

This is an awesome liquid dancing tutorial for novices, focusing on tips and addressing common mistakes. Stick to the rhythm and develop your style! Relax your shoulders and raise your elbows away from your sides.

How To : Lyrical break dance

In this video series, let Blitz Mendez show you how to perfect his one-of-a-kind style known as lyrical break dancing, where the lyrics "break" to the beat. Part 1 of 3 - How to Lyrical break dance. Lyrical break dance - Part 2 of 3. Click through to watch this video on expert ...more

How To : Pop & Lock

Learn how to do basic popping and hitting, hip hop style. Direct and easy, this fun tutorial will get you up and on the dance floor. Part 1 of 2 - How to Pop & Lock. Part 2 of 2 - How to Pop & Lock.

How To : Do drum music for the Chinese Lion Dance

In these lion dance video instruction clips, learn about the music of the Southern style Chinese New Year Lion Dance and how it influences and directs the ceremony. Listen to the cymbals and drums as the Buddha puts the lion through its paces, taunting him with his fan. Learn ...more

How To : Make a duffel bag out of old umbrellas

ThreadBanger pays homage to the movie "Fame" by showing us how to make the perfect "80's-tastic" duffel bag out of old umbrellas. With this thrifty idea, you will need a few umbrellas (broken is fine), scissors, a square pattern, a sewing machine, a zipper, and anything handy ...more

How To : Do the Hustle '70s John Travolta dance move

There are few things we'd like to bring back from the '70s: After all, living through super flared bell bottoms, afros bigger than our body, and peace sign shades once was enough. Though we're glad the trendy style of the '70s has faded like yesterday's news, we do love pullin ...more

How To : Use height change in tango

In this tutorial, we learn how to use height change in tango. This will combine many elements of tango to change height deliberately for function and style. You do not want to change your weight and height without knowing it, because it can change how you dance and make it loo ...more

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