Do Basic Hip Hop Moves

Love rave music? Get your rave dance on with help from this free lesson. All you will need to complete this tutorial is your dance shoes and your glow sticks. Learn how to do the figure-8 rave dance with help from an expert, Cedric Turner. Turner has been a professional hip-h ...more

Want to learn how to break dance? In this video, learn the beginning-level three-step, a break dancing essential. In order to become a break-dancer, an individual needs to get into good shape through exercise, and he also needs to take dance classes. Learn more about becoming ...more

The belly roll is a great place to start for aspiring belly dancers. The belly roll can be mastered by first isolating the upper abdomen and the lower abdomen separately. Combine these two movements for a perfect belly roll with instruction from an expert: Yasmeen began dancin ...more

Need some help with your swing dancing skills? Can't quite impress the crowd with your moves? Well, check out this quick video tutorial to learn how to do a backflip in swing or Lindy hop. This will also show you how to lead into the backflip from the jitterbug basic. Portlan ...more

You have some hip hop dancing experience but now you are ready to develop some new moves and routines. Learn advanced hip hop funk choreography from a professional instructor in this free dance video series. Perform the hip hop "head toss with roll" move - Part 1 of 15. Click ...more

Learn a hip hop twist move with this dance how to video. Follow the moves in this tutorial and you'll be droppin' it low in the clup in no time.

In this tutorial video, learn how to get started using the Akai MPC 4000 drum machine. Our expert music producer will give you a tour of the basic interface for the MPC, and then show you how to load, chop, and slice samples, layer a beat, use the sequencer, and create a basic ...more

In this tutorial video, learn how to get started using the Akai MPC 2000XL drum machine. Our expert music producer, Amir Tauheed, will give you a tour of the basic interface for the MPC, and then show you how to load, chop, and slice samples, layer a beat, use the sequencer, a ...more

In this video series, watch as expert choreographer and hip hop dance instructor Safi A. Thomas teaches how to audition for hip hop dance. Learn different blade techniques for auditions, the different segments of a hip hop dance audition, how to control your body and dynamics, ...more

Get an introduction to freestyle hip hop dance moves with expert dancing tips from a professional dancer in this free online hip hop instruction video clip. Dance hip hop freestyle - Part 1 of 24. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Dance hip hop freestyle - ...more

Our jazz funk dancing expert demonstrates common moves, many of them borrowed from other styles of dancing. From classical ballet, we have arabesques, jetés and pirouettes and from the world of hip hop, we combine a variety of old school moves and even some elements of Beyoncé ...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

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 6 part how to video series teaches you some basic Lindy swing dance steps. Learn outside and inside turns and other baisc moves for the Lindy Hop. These steps are fun and easy to do. Watch this how to video and you will be dancing the Lindy swing in no time. Part 1 of 6 - ...more

Our synth expert, Ryan Larson, will explain the basic sequencing process step by step, including how to use samples, setup and create loops, choose and add effects to tracks, record instruments like a thumping bass drum, crisp hi hat cymbals, tight snare hits, and other percus ...more

In this video series, get an introduction to West Coast swing dancing from a renowned competitive dancer and instructor. Learn the basic swing steps and moves, including the sugar push, the left and right side pass, the locked and open whip, syncopation, and the ronde, with an ...more

Here is a lesson of how to swing the hips and butt like a Jamaican girl from the Dancehall. This is a sort of hip-hop line dance hybrid. This takes lots of looseness in your waist to let all the movement in your hips resonate throughout your body.

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

The body wave is a very simple move to understand and a great move to learn if you're just starting to take hip hop dancing lessons. The move involves moving the body like a wave, rolling smoothly from the head, neck, and butt. Learn how to complete it like a pro by checking ...more

Want to turn your blah breakdance routine into a stunning, pro-level flip fest? Then take a look at this breakdancing video to learn how to do a hip hop knee spin. This knee spin can be incorporated into your breakdancing for an extra special twist that will definitely leave a ...more

C-walking and ticking are great ways to lead into a breakdance or just get down with your bad self, and there are always new steps to add to your walk. This video will show you how to do a Vglide or ticking float (there seems to be some disagreement on the title).

Begin the apple bottom jeans move on your left foot for a four count. Learn the apple bottom jeans intermediate hip hop move from a professional instructor in this free dance video. Perform the "apple bottom jeans" hip hop dance move - Part 1 of 15. Click through to watch this ...more

This video will teach you the basic move of the C walk: the V. It will also teach you lots of cool variations and how to put them together. This is a step by step on how to move your feet properly to keep flow and look fresh dancing to hip hop and rap. This is a great street d ...more

Learn to do the basic moves of Afro-Brazilian Dance, Capoeira with this video tutorial. Part 1 1. Move your right leg diagonally behind your left while swinging your arms in a punching motion starting with your left arm. 2. Move your left leg diagonally behind your right while ...more

Michael Jackson showed the world just how cool it was to slide across the floor as part of your dancing, and the world will never be the same. Glides and gliding are a ubiquitous part of hip-hop dance now, and are a great move to add to your arsenal. This two-part video will t ...more

Begin with your feet together. Jive dance is very bouncy. So, all of your steps should have a bounce in them. You will also be placing the emphasis on the "and" of each count. Hop on your right foot and bring your left knee up on and. Step back on one. Hop and bring your knee ...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

Isolation is an important part of hip-hop dancing. It involves moving individual parts of your body without moving the rest, either quickly or slowly depending on the dance. This video will show you some ways that you can use isolation to improve your dancing and get better mo ...more

How to Belly Dance! Okay, so you can shimmy and you can shake, but you ain’t seen nothin’ until you’ve seen a skilled belly dancer strut her stuff. Here are a couple of basic belly-dancing moves to awaken your inner Shakira… You will need: some space - a chunk about six feet ...more

Learn how to do the heel toe step - move in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. This move is recommended for intermediate level dancers.

Just because you have two left feet doesn't mean you have to give up on impressing the ladies at the club. We get that getting your groove on can be intimidating, especially when all you know how to do is the John Travolta from "Saturday Night Fever," but there are easy steps ...more

Want to learn how to do the wobble dance? This is a great new popular dance that will really let you strut your stuff! Start with the basic wobble move with your hips, and then start working your arms into the routine. This is an awesome dance that you can use in choreography, ...more

Gliding is one of the most important parts of hip-hop dance. It basically means sliding around the dance floor in a rhythmic, stylish way, and this video will show you how to do it like a pro. You don't have to be advanced already, it breaks it down real slow so you can make s ...more

A tutorial on basic Krumping/ Krump dancing You'll learn: Stomps Chest Pops + Implosion Chest Pops Arm Swings + Buck Bangs Power Moves Buck Hops

Learn the snake heel toe combo, an advanced step used in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. This move is like the heel toe combo but with snake movements added.

Learn the hop heel toe, an advanced step used in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. This move is a heel toe with a hop thrown in.

A transition move used in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. Learn to transition from the V step to the Shuffle.

Learn the heel toe combo, an advanced used in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. This move involves the heel toe position, heel hop position, a v stepback, and a hop.

Learn the v snake, an advanced step used in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. This move is a combination of the snake step and the v stepback. Part 1 of 2 - How to C-Walk the V Snake. C-Walk the V Snake - Part 2 of 2. Click through to watch this video on pimpmywalk.com

To pick up some sexy belly dance skills, check out this how-to video. A belly dancing pro gives some basic steps in this alluring dance. This teacher pretty much sums up why this is a dance favorite for many. Watch this video tutorial as she shows you how to move your hips the ...more

Want to move like Britney Spears on the dance floor? In this how to video, Brenden Silbough, a teacher at Artistic Dance Conservatory , breaks down a hip hop combo to "Freakshow" by Britney Spears. This is an eight step dance combo. Brenden demonstrates these hip hop steps slo ...more

Check out this cycling video tutorial to see how to do the bunny hop trick on a bicycle. Your BMX instructor for the day goes through the very basic steps with demonstrations on the bike bunny hop, along with some out-takes at the end to ease the pain of falling on your ass. ...more

Learn how to do half twist jump squats. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits Developing your legs isn’t just about building bulk—it’s also about training the propulsive strength you need for sports, power workouts, and just having fun. This exercise buil ...more

Mr. Shane Benedict describes the delicate balances necessary to hit that perfect boof every danged time. We are continuing from previous posts on boofing technique, adding the basic straight boof and the stylin’ fader boof. With the addition of these two, your boofing arsenal ...more

Cheering is all about the right moves. Cheer along with Coach Lauren as she shows you the basic hand motions used in almost any cheer! Follow along in this cheerleading how-to video and learn how to do blades and fists hand formations. Instructions: 1. A blade is when your fi ...more

This is a video tutorial that is showing its audience how to perform a dip while doing a hip hop dance. The first step is to push your weight towards your right foot with your knee bent. Then drop down onto your new and then come back up. Next you should practice this while co ...more

The C-Walk, AKA Crip Walk, originated in LA's Compton in the 70's. It is a hip hop dance started by the Crips gang. Originally meant to be a walk, not a dance, it was a way to identify whether you were a Crip. Watch this instructional video to learn how to do the V stepback, a ...more

The C-Walk, AKA Crip Walk, originated in LA's Compton in the 70's. It is a hip hop dance started by the Crips gang. Originally meant to be a walk, not a dance, it was a way to identify whether you were a Crip. Watch this instructional video to learn how to do the Cwalk move, t ...more

Breakdance, or breaking is a street dance style that evolved as part of the hip hop movement in Manhattan and the South Bronx of New York City during the early 1970s. In this breakdancing tutorial, you will learn how to do the "turtle" move. You have to practice these a lot in ...more

Breakdance, or breaking is a street dance style that evolved as part of the hip hop movement in Manhattan and the South Bronx of New York City during the early 1970s. In this breakdancing tutorial, you will learn how to do the "swipe" move. You have to practice these a lot in ...more

Breakdance, or breaking is a street dance style that evolved as part of the hip hop movement in Manhattan and the South Bronx of New York City during the early 1970s. In this breakdancing tutorial, you will learn how to do the "Kip-up" move. This move takes a lot of upper arm ...more

Breakdance, or breaking is a street dance style that evolved as part of the hip hop movement in Manhattan and the South Bronx of New York City during the early 1970s. In this breakdancing tutorial, you will learn how to do the "Bronco" move. This move takes a lot of upper arm ...more

Boom and clack aren't just two random words that are used when loud things are being banged on. They're two useful words that can be used when beatboxig and when dancing. In this next tutorial, you'll find out how you can take advantage of these two words to help improve your ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to do basic floor work in belly dancing. you will want to move your body like you are in waves until you reach the floor and are sitting down. Move slowly and feel your entire body. You can also jump down and put your arms over your head, then en ...more