In this lovely demonstration of the eleven-step galliard variation from the Library of Congress, one can see how to do perform one of the many variations of the galliard. This demonstrational video, unfortunately not a instructional/how-to video, gives a wonderful example of t ...more
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
Lifts and throws are great fun and look amazing! This rollerblind lift looks fabulous with any style of dance. The clip below will walk you through the rollerblind lift step by step so you can add a new masterpiece to your dancing! The Rollerblind Instructional Clip. Tip Alwa ...more
Smash Bros LA, also known as SBLA, is a Jerk dance crew from Los Angeles, consisting of six members who have taken their jerkin' skills to the Interweb with this tutorial on Jerk dancing. Within the video, SBLA go over how they perform ten jerk moves, and how you can do it the ...more
Think white kids can't dance? Meet Jeff. This 17 year old from New Jersey can move. Pop 'n lock. Body wave. The Urban Dictionary informs: Popping is a party dance and Funkstyle created by Sam Solomon aka Boogaloo Sam, out of Fresno, California in the mid '70s with the West ...more
Sound waves are a lot more versatile than you'd think. For starters, you can use them to project images onto a bubble and liquefy gummy bears. And now, YouTube scientist and optical illusionist extraordinaire Brusspup shows how sound waves can also be used to manipulate a stre ...more
Using a green screen is an affordable and easy way to transport your video to anywhere imaginable, even to places that don't exist. You can use it to sit behind a desk in a busy newsroom or dance on the moon, but first, you have to know how to properly perform chroma key compo ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to perform proper men's styling while salsa dancing. Before you begin this, make sure you have done several lessons with salsa dancing and are familiar with your form. Men should be opening up their body to the woman and prepare to lead her into ...more
One of the nicest moves in salsa dancing is the turn. In this tutorial, you will learn how to master a basic cross body lead in salsa and add a turn to the end of it. This move really shows off your partner and adds an element of drama to your dances. Have fun with it! Perform ...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
A young Maori woman named Migoto (the name is Japanese takes the time to teach Nick (and you) some traditional Maori poi dancing.
Belly dancing is a great way to improve fitness, gain self-confidence and enjoy music. Find out about belly-dancing costumes, such as making bras, skirts and jewelry, and learn some simple belly-dancing exercises with this free video series from a belly-dancing instructor. Par ...more
Kill with skill. That's the motto of the newly released Bulletstorm, available on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Windows. It may sound ridiculous and somewhat obnoxious by itself, but it's actually in regards to its many "ridiculous skillshots" that a player can perform. And yes, ...more
Tango teachers perform a didactic demo to highlight and integrate some concepts in this video. It is about refining the rock step in tango. There are some basic rules; >While walking in cross or parallel way of walking, the hips should be cross way to each other. >While rotat ...more
In the UK, it's currently festival season, which means days of outdoor concerts and dance performances. If you're planning to visit Glastonbury for their performing arts festival, prep your skin and do your makeup for the event by watching this video tutorial. After applying ...more
Cartwheels are super cool looking and fun to do - they make you feel like you are flying! If you are a dancer, cheerleader or just in the mood to twirl around like a kid - check out this tutorial. In it, you will learn how to perform a perfect cartwheel, step by step. Have fun!
A lot of salsa dancers forget about their footwork when they are dancing socially, and this clip will teach you how to add in some footwork flair whether you are in a club or on the street. This quick lesson will teach you the basic salsa slide footwork that is commonly used b ...more
This video by StenLTran92 shows how to accomplish the break-dance moves "Windmill" and "Standing Mill." The video begins by first displaying the move in it's entirety. Then, the instructor takes us through the step by step of performing the break-dance move. The moves are all ...more
This video is part of an instructional series on salsa dancing. In this particular video, instructors Anthony Persaud and Julie Merrill indicate the proper way to execute windmill dance moves in salsa. These moves involve structured turning, with or without a partner. The arm ...more
Kids... it's dance time! Check out this dance video tutorial on how to do the Miley Cyrus Hoedown Throwdown dance. This dance is from the Hannah Montana movie from 2009 where Miley Cyrus performs the Hoedown Throwdown in Tennessee. Here are the step-by-step instructions on ho ...more
No, it’s not the latest dance craze; it’s a simple magic shuffle that sets up some serious sleight of hand. All you need is a regular deck of cards and some time to practice. While there are tons of magic tutorials showing the steps for the Hindu shuffle, this video is maybe t ...more
Learn how to do break dance push ups. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits This exercise channels the breakdancer's combination of strength, agility, and balance. Starting Position Begin in a standard push-up, or plank, position. You should be face down ...more
We all love it when the Google logo changes to celebrate or commemorate special events— pop-culture touchstones, civic milestones, scientific achievements and holidays— their latest one for this holiday season is a Christmas card to everyone— an interactive Google Doodle with ...more
First off, don't be frustrated. YOU CAN DO IT! Contrary to the message in the image above, it's NOT over. It's just beginning. And when it comes to solving the New York Times crossword puzzle, the old cliche does apply: practice makes perfect. I've read quite a few books and ...more
In this video, we learn how to perform boleos and sacadas in tango. When you are learning this song, you need to first make sure you are following along to the beat. Work the combination of both of these dances, they go very well together. They will usually be first the boleo ...more
In this video, we learn how to perform colgadas in tango. Doing this sends out partner out, to create a nice balance. After this, you will exit together. There are many different forms of colgadas, including: two foot, step over, multiple, collapsible, and more! Once you learn ...more
Are you just learning how to perform slides on the skateboard? Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to properly do a number of slides including speed check slides, slides with grabs, and dancing and sliding. Be sure to wear slide gloves when attempting these tricks.
Lady Gaga's song "Dance in the Dark" is not one of her better known catchy tunes, but the costume she wears when performing the song is one that begs for imitation. Check out this fashion DIY video to learn how to sew her funky '80s inspired bright purple dress with supersize ...more
Like a scene from Inception, professional hip hop dancer and choreographer Scotty Nguyen's latest video plays with gravity to the tune of Usher’s “There Goes My Baby.” Scotty performs with fellow professional dancer Tracy Shibata (who is currently on tour with Rihanna). *In c ...more
This is a great tutorial for beginner ballerinas. If you need some help with your turns, check out this video. In it, you will learn how to do multiple turns in ballet and look absolutely beautiful doing so. These turns are graceful and essential to most types of dance and wit ...more
Tutus aren't the only dance prop... Belly dancers often times dance with swords! Sword belly dancing is performed with a special dancing sword that is balanced on the head or belly. Learn about novice-level sword techniques from this expert: Sahira began her career as a Middle ...more
Warm up your muscles with simple ballet barre exercises including: simple lies, tendus, degages, ronde de jambes, port de bras and frappes. Get a free demonstration and lesson from this ballet and pointe expert: Mikael Monson is an instructor specializing in ballet and pointe ...more
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.
Incredible dance production, Thousand-Hand Guan Yin, performed by China's Disabled People's Performance Art Troupe. All of the performers are deaf, which makes the choreography quite an amazing accomplishment. Check out the synchronized hand spinning at 2:39.
Ever had the fascination to learn, or the inclination to Crip Walk? Well, now's your chance. This video tutorial will get you performing true to the Compton-born dance movement from Crip gang members. If you're not a gangster in the ghetto, you should not be doing the C-Walk, ...more
Ever had the fascination to learn, or the inclination to Crip Walk? Well, now's your chance. This video tutorial will get you performing true to the Compton-born dance movement from Crip gang members. If you're not a gangster in the ghetto, you should not be doing the C-Walk, ...more
Ever had the fascination to learn, or the inclination to Crip Walk? Well, now's your chance. This video tutorial will get you performing true to the Compton-born dance movement from Crip gang members. If you're not a gangster in the ghetto, you should not be doing the C-Walk, ...more
Ever had the fascination to learn, or the inclination to Crip Walk? Well, now's your chance. This video tutorial will get you performing true to the Compton-born dance movement from Crip gang members. If you're not a gangster in the ghetto, you should not be doing the C-Walk, ...more
Ever had the fascination to learn, or the inclination to Crip Walk? Well, now's your chance. This video tutorial will get you performing true to the Compton-born dance movement from Crip gang members. If you're not a gangster in the ghetto, you should not be doing the C-Walk, ...more
This is a dance tutorial video on how to do the shuffle kick. This is a c-walk move, not to be confused with a Melbourne shuffle move. Basically, you just keep shuffling and add a "kick" whenever you feel like it. Watch this instructional c-walking video and learn how to perfo ...more
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
Pole dancing is the latest workout craze. It makes you feel sexy and get in shape at the same time. In this how to video you will learn how to perform a kick spin when pole dancing.
How to perform special dances without wearing the item in Club Penguin. (Other players cannot see you doing this however).
The term quadrille came to exist in the 17th Century, within military parades, where 4 horsemen and their horses performed special square shaped formations or figures. Part 1 of 3 - How to Dance the Quadrille. Part 2 of 3 - How to Dance the Quadrille. Part 3 of 3 - How to Da ...more
In this video, we learn how to perform the Tango transition through the cross. As you start the Tango, you will stay close to your partner with both of your bodies. You will want to have your arms high and your body taught so that you can easily transition from one move to the ...more
Bboy Remedy gives a step-by-step lesson on performing baby windmills while break-dancing. He insists that one should put on a good jacket before trying these steps to avoid getting one's back burnt from friction. The secret to performing good baby windmills, according to Bboy, ...more
Graciela Heredia, a professional Argentine Tango dancer and instructor of twenty years teams up with video jug to explain basic Argentine Tango steps for the leader. Many basics are discussed in the video as well as history, dress code, preparations for dancing, and the basic ...more
Graciela Heredia, a professional Argentine Tango dancer and instructor of twenty years teams up with video jug to explain basic Argentine Tango steps for the leader. Many basics are discussed in the video as well as history, dress code, preparations for dancing, and the basic ...more
If you're a dancer, gymnast, cheerleader or tumbler, then you definitely need to know this gymnastic move. It's called a back handspring, but before you try and do one, you need to perfect a basic handstand. Also, a back bridge. These back handsprings can be used in your danc ...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
Check out this tutorial for a cool magic trick that you can easily perform for your friends. All this trick requires is a little preparation and you will be wowing crowds in the bar in no time. With this trick, it will appear that you have selected a completely random and tot ...more
Japanese artist and programmer Daito Manabe uses the face as an instrument. He makes the human face involuntarily dance using electric stimulators (which, by the way, look like the same kind used for electroshock therapy). The stimulators are taped to the face, and each musica ...more
Learn how to do a glissade with help from this free ballet lesson. Sometimes known as a side glide, this is a classic ballet move and is performed by sliding from first position into a demi-plie in second position and back to first position. Understand the steps that go into a ...more
Maybe not everyone's aware of this, but when bought, pointe shoes are incredibly tough and when not broken in, painful to wear. In this video, learn how to break in new pointe shoes to make them easier to dance in. They can be bent, molded, massaged and even scraped to get the ...more
Are you an aspiring ballet teacher? Much of teaching ballet techniques to students comes from demonstration & physical correction so that the student's muscles can learn the proper form. Learn how to teach ballet techniques from a pro teacher! Mikael Monson is an instructor s ...more
The splits require an enormous amount of flexibility - however, with enough practice the splits are possible for anyone. Being able to do the splits quickly requires stretching, both at the barre and on the floor, to lengthen the hamstrings. Practice basic barre and floor stre ...more
Just starting your ballet classes? Not sure what to wear? In this video, learn from one ballet teacher what to wear and how to follow dress code. Ballet dress code usually consists of pulling the hair back in a tight bun and wearing a black leotard, pink tights, sometimes a ba ...more
Increase your flexibility, elongate muscles and strengthen your feet with a thera-band and these at home exercises. Continue practicing ballet at home between lessons with the following instruction from a pro. Mikael Monson is an instructor specializing in ballet and pointe at ...more
Fitforafeast has uploaded a video of Rebecca teaching girls a basic hip hop routine. The video begins with the two child hosts, Sloan and Katrina, introducing Rebecca. Rebecca instructs the children how to dance House (a specialized version of hip hop dancing). House dancing i ...more
Belly dancing is a traditional Middle Eastern dance that has become very popular State-side as both a seductive dance and a fitness regime. Belly dancing is typically performed by women, but men have been known to get in on the fun too! Check out this tutorial for all of the i ...more