Swing Dancing Tutorials

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 : Perform the Rollerblind Swing Lift

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

How To : Do advanced Krumping

An advanced tutorial on Krumping and Krump dancing. You'll learn: Chest Hits Arm Throws The Jab Delayed Arm Swing + Arm Swing Styles + Arm Swing Angles The Bump Tricks Traveling Ground Moves Breakdowns Kill-Offs Sync Moves Power Moves [cont.] Finding Your Rhythm/Grooving Buck ...more

How To : Krump

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

How To : Connect with your partner in the Lindy hop

Learn this exciting swing dance from the 30s. Sosh and Gina will start at the very beginning, no experience necessary. Learn how to dance from our instructional dance video clips (it's like a virtual dance lesson). Each? week we will post a new video clip here on our video pod ...more

How To : Make a silk chiffon handbag inspired by BluGirl

Tired of carrying that purse around while you are trying to have a conversation or dance the night away? How about a cute little handbag to swing around while you maintain your social life. In this video, you'll learn how to make a silk chiffon handbag inspired by a BluGirl h ...more

How To : Do a cheat gainer for parkour

Here is a cheat gainer freerunning tutorial video. First, take a little run. This is the starting position of your kicking legs and arms. Kick your kicking leg high as possible. Swing up you both arms and jump off. Turn sideways and spot the ground. Pull down the kicked leg an ...more

How To : Do the Dixie Style to Ocean Wave square dance step

Square dancing, a fun American pastime! Learn square dance steps with this instructional animation. Fun fact about square dancing: 19 U.S. States deem it their official dance. Square dance is a folk dance with roots in Europe, eventually spreading to the states & becoming more ...more

How To : Do a Teacup Chain square dance step

Square dancing, a fun American pastime! Learn square dance steps with this instructional animation. Fun fact about square dancing: 19 U.S. States deem it their official dance. Square dance is a folk dance with roots in Europe, eventually spreading to the states & becoming more ...more

How To : Dance the triple step Jitterbug & "Rump Roll"

The jitterbug is a popular swing dance routine, that is also known as the Lindy Hop or East Coast Swing. This how to video demonstrates the triple-step Jitterbug and the "Rump Roll." Watch this tutorial and you will be able to dance the Jitterbug in no time at all.

How To : Do a backflip in swing or Lindy hop

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

How To : Dance the Jitterbug Stroll

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. In this four part how to video, Mike and Tina of Head Over Heels demonstrate the Jitterbug stroll. There are four steps to the Jitterbug stroll, the Pada Pada, the Knee Slap, the Suzie Q, ...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 1930s dance steps

If you admire the many dances of the 1930s, jitterbug, jive, and swing, then you're going to love this tutorial. In this video from choreographer Nina Ortega, you'll learn the 1930s dance steps to all three of those dances. Each one is unique and different, but can easily be d ...more

How To : Dance the Tunnel Jitterbug move

Tina and Mike from Head Over Heels demonstrate the Tunnel jitterbug dance figure. This is a beginner move for Jitterbug dancing. The Jitterbug is a swing dance variation.

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 : Practice the Chantilly lace cheerleading technique

Get ready for this exciting pep rally dance that will get the crowd on their feet in no time. Watch this cheerleading how-to video as Coach Lauren teaches you the fancy channtilly lace footwork that will make you the star of your squad. 1. Take your arms, with your hands clas ...more

How To : Dance a "Lindy Circle" lindy hop move

The Lindy Hop is a fusion of many swing dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway and Charleston. This how to video demonstrates the lindy circle. These steps are fun and easy to do. Follow the steps in this tuto ...more

How To : Dance the "Springer" lindy hop move

The Lindy Hop is a fusion of many swing dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway and Charleston. This how to video demonstrates the "Springer" lindy hop step. These steps are fun and easy to do. Follow the steps ...more

How To : Dance the "Lasso" lindy hop move

The Lindy Hop is a fusion of many swing dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway and Charleston. This how to video demonstrates the "Lasso" lindy hop dance step. This step is fun and easy to do. Follow the steps ...more

How To : Do a Charleston dance variation Savoy Kicks

Watch this dance how to video and learn the Charleston Variation: Savoy Kicks. 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. Johnson came out. T ...more

How To : Communicate with your partner in the Lindy hop

Sosh and Gina continue your Lindy Hop education. This clip will teach you how to communicate with your partner. The front to front, the sling shot, the scissor kick, the swing out, the big turn, are all dance moves distinct to the Lindy Hop. It was named for Charles Lindbergh ...more

News : Lindy Hop in a Time Warp

Have you ever been mesmerized by the Lindy Hop? It knocks me out. WonderHowTo has tutorials, but here's an interesting way to absorb the moves: watch in slow motion. The Discovery Channel show Time Warp (tagline: MIT scientist and teacher Jeff Lieberman -- along with digital- ...more

How To : Do the arms for Bollywood Bhangra style dance

In this video, viewers learn how to perform the arm movements for the Bhangra dance style. Begin by moving forward. As you move forward, sway the arms in a smooth motion back and forth 4 times. The hands should be open. Then move backwards. As your move backwards, swing the ar ...more

How To : Perform the "Skeeter Rabbit"

Originated by James Higgins (AKA "The Original Skeeter Rabbit") in the 70s, the skeeter rabbit is a shuffle step you can use in your hip hop dancing. This move employs your skills on locking to contrast with the fast moves you're doing on the dance floor. The skeeter rabbit ca ...more

How To : Dance the "California" lindy hop routine

The Lindy Hop is a fusion of many swing dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway and Charleston. This 4 part how to video demonstrates of the California lindy routine. These steps are fun and easy to do. Follow ...more

How To : Dance the "Big Apple" lindy hop routine

The Lindy Hop is a fusion of many swing dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway and Charleston. This how to video demonstrates the 24 bars of the Big Apple lindy routine. These steps are fun and easy to do. Fol ...more

How To : Do a windmill when breakdancing

In this video, it teaches you how to do a dance move called the windmill. To start out you use the basic move with your right hand turned and left hand straight your elbow goes into your stomach. when you get into this position you lift your right leg up then your left leg and ...more

How To : Play a hurdy gurdy

This is a demonstration on how to play the Hurdy Gurdy, a medieval musical instrument, by Wyndebagge, at an English Heritage Living History event at Kenilworth Castle. A gurdy is a medieval word for your bottom and hurdy means turn, so swing your bottom, swing your pants. This ...more

How To : Krump like a champ

This video krumping tutorial is for beginners and for those who want to get their basics down right. The talented demonstrator is entirely self-taught, which just goes to show that with this video and some practice, you too can krump with some style. Develop a swagger, the way ...more

How To : Do beginner tango dancing

Want to become a good Ballroom dancer? Libreros step number five of tango dancing is the ouside swivel - a mans step. Start by facing the center of the room in the close position. Take a forward step on the left foot and a side step swinging your right foot to the side. Put yo ...more

How To : Do a Disturbia vampire dance move

Watch this video to learn how to do a Disturbia vampire dance move. Start with a slide to the right with your arms going out to the side. Your left leg goes behind while your arms come down to your side. Your right arm will come up and swing to the left as you pop to your toes ...more

How To : Dance like Beyoncé

If you want to shake your booty like Beyoncé, you'll have to work on your flexibility – and a style of dance called J-Setting. You Will Need * Online videos * Practice * High heels (optional) Step 1: Research J-Setting Research the dance style called J-Setting. Beyonce incorp ...more

How To : Dance a Stagger Lee lindy hop routine

The Lindy Hop is a fusion of many swing dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway and Charleston. This 9 part how to video demonstrates the team routine choreography for Stagger Lee. These steps are fun and easy ...more

How To : Do the fireman move in pole dancing

Wendy Dayle will focus on the fireman move in pole dancing and provide step-by-step instructions on how to gain momentum, place your hands, swing on and exit the pole. Part 1 of 16 - How to Do the fireman move in pole dancing. Do the fireman move in pole dancing - Part 2 of 16 ...more

How To : Dance the Hand to Hand Charleston

The Charleston was a dance invented in the 1920's in Charleston, North Carolina. Although the Lindy Hop developed from this popular swing dance, today the Charleston is an important dance in Lindy Hop dance culture. In this how to video, Mike and Tina from Head Over Heels demo ...more

How To : Dance the traveling Charleston

The Charleston was a dance invented in the 1920's in Charleston, North Carolina. Although the Lindy Hop developed from this popular swing dance, today the Charleston is an important dance in Lindy Hop dance culture. In this how to video, Mike and Tina from Head Over Heels demo ...more

How To : Do swingout dance steps

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.

How To : Dance the double outside Jitterbug turn

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. This how to video demonstrates a double outside turn jitterbug step.. These steps are quick and easy to learn. Watch this dance tutorial and you will be doing the Jitterbug in no time.

How To : Do Jitterbug dance steps

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. This how to video demonstrates a series of 6-count Jitterbug steps. These steps are quick and easy to learn. Watch this dance tutorial and you will be doing the Jitterbug in no time.

How To : Dance the open-position Jitterbug

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. This how to video demonstrates the open position Jitterbug. These steps are quick and easy to learn. Watch this dance tutorial and you will be doing the Jitterbug in no time.

How To : Do Tuck Turn into Fishtails Jitterbug dance move

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. In this how to video, Mike and Tina of Head Over Heels demonstrates a jitterbug sequence involving a tuck turn and fishtails. These steps are quick and easy to learn. Watch this dance tut ...more

How To : Dance the Triple-Step Jitterbug

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. This how to video demonstrates the triple-step Jitterbug. This step is quick and easy to learn. Watch this dance tutorial and you will be doing the Jitterbug in no time.

How To : Do the Cuddle-Up Jitterbug dance step

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. This how to video demonstrates the cuddle-up jitterbug dance step. This step is quick and easy to learn. Watch this dance tutorial and you will be doing the Jitterbug in no time.

How To : Dance the Heel-Toe Jitterbug move

The Jitterbug is a popular swing dance, also known as the Lindy Hop and East Coast swing. In this how to video, Mike and Tina of Head Over Heels demonstrates the Heel Toe jitterbug dance step. This step is quick and easy to learn. Watch this dance tutorial and you will be doin ...more

How To : Dance the Charleston "Windshield Wipers" move

The Charleston was a dance invented in the 1920's in Charleston, North Carolina. Although the Lindy Hop developed from this popular swing dance, today the Charleston is an important dance in Lindy Hop dance culture. In this how to video, Mike and Tina from Head Over Heels demo ...more

How To : Dance the pivoting Charleston

The Charleston was a dance invented in the 1920's in Charleston, North Carolina. Although the Lindy Hop developed from this popular swing dance, today the Charleston is an important dance in Lindy Hop dance culture. In this how to video, Mike and Tina from Head Over Heels demo ...more

How To : Dance the 20's style Charleston

The Charleston was a dance invented in the 1920's in Charleston, North Carolina. Although the Lindy Hop developed from this popular swing dance, today the Charleston is an important dance in Lindy Hop dance culture. In this how to video, Mike and Tina from Head Over Heels demo ...more

How To : Dance the Side by Side Charleston

The Charleston was a dance invented in the 1920's in Charleston, North Carolina. Although the Lindy Hop developed from this popular swing dance, today the Charleston is an important dance in Lindy Hop dance culture. In this how to video, Mike and Tina from Head Over Heels demo ...more

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