Funny story: Last dance season during my companies show. I was performing my hip hop solo and I ended up tripping but I made it seem like it was apart of the choreography and I started breaking dancing. Best part is that was everybody’s favorite part of the solo and they didn’t have a clue
i don’t feel awkward at all when i dance alone in a room or studio and i actually have sooo much fun doing it but whenever someone watches me dance even if it’s my best friend or someone super close to me, i suddenly feel so awkward, self conscious and nervous (to the point i will start shaking) :/ is there any tips on how to stop this from happening/help me with it?
1. be on beat 2. don't lock your limbs 3. don't cut off your movements 4. use everyday motions as part of your dancing 5. be intentional with your hands 6. match the mood of the music 7. dance through your mistakes 8. condition your body (warm up) 9. face different directions 10. it's ok, to look or feel stupid
Idky but sometimes my left arm/ hand has a mind of its own... Haha. That sounds kinda funny. It has it's own brain. But one time someone called me out on it & said it moves robotically. 🤷 I don't always think about what I'm doing. I'm just moving to the music. I wouldn't think I do that alot tho. But I'll assume I look graceful anyway. Bc ppl tell me I do. That & they say I look like I'm almost floating on air. Or once, someone asked me if I was rollin on e bc of the way I was dancing. Is that strange if I take that as a compliment :/? I wasn't tho. I'm not the type who likes to get fd up in public w/ strangers. If I were to do that, it'd be more of a house party. W/ few ppl I actually know & feel comfortable with. Otherwise, I'm gonna tell everybody they're pretty. Even dudes. Or tell them I love them or something. Also, ppl like to stare at me when I'm dancing. 🤷 I should feel kinda flattered, I guess. But it makes me feel weird to. Like wtf r u looking at? I can't look back at them. Not for long anyway. Especially if idk them. Yes, a part of me feels cheesey. Other than that dancing is a little routine to me. I feel like I do the same sh regardless of what's being played in the background.
YES once I figured this out things became so much easier 😂 It took a pretty long time for me to get used to it though cause I mainly dance ballet and your legs are almost always straight there 😂 (with the exception of pliés and retiré, ect)
To be fair the sound of that genre is more mechanical in origin (hence INDUSTRIAL)... So i agree the roasting was not needed because that's the sound of the music
+STEEZY Can I ask how to really control our body power or soft movement? Because even I watch the choreography and I know which part needs to be power and soft movement but when I start to dance I can't control myself
I have a similar problem. My moves are weaker and less sharp at some parts and I've realized is because of lack of balance and strength. What I'm doing now is work on my balance, flexibility and full body strength. That is what professional dancers, like ballerinas, do to direct strenght to certain parts of their body better so the moves are sharper and controled.
1. Practice makes perfect. In addition to repeating the dance, try going slowly and putting extra emphasis on the moves, then try adding that emphasis on a larger scale. 2. Just because a move is soft, it doesn’t mean that it lacks strength. When I dance contemporary or ballet pieces, I’m not putting any less strength into the most graceful moves than I am when I’m popping. Even a simple arm extension requires force from all my arm and back muscles, even if it looks like I’m just placing my arm. To me, it’s not whether or not I am putting strength behind my moves, it’s where the strength is applied and what the strength is achieving.
Tip: know where to look. If you look down the WHOLE time it can look (lol) awkward. You can look in the direction of the movement of your hands. make direct eye contact with the camera or audience. If you feel shy in making eye contact, it okay! You'll warm up to it with practice!
And if you're dancing in a club you can even make casual eye contact and smile at people around you when ya'll make eye contact. Don't force it, don't constantly be doing it when you spin around etc or people start to feel uncomfortable. ... unless there is mutual interest in sharing a dance then well; see what happens. I've had some amazing things happen that way. You can also just move your eyes with your body music without really focusing on anything. It's quite fun. Your eyes are another body part, you can dance with them also. Ergo, look down at your hand then move it. Also, I'll sometimes wear a hat pulled down pretty low so I can look out and see everyone around me but not see people's faces. It lets me just get into the zone of body movement where I can make BIG and fast moves worry about making eye contact which I sometimes don't want / feel odd about. I will also dance with my eyes closed
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When I clicked on the video I thought it was about how to NOT be awkward in everyday social life, I didn’t see the ‘dance tips’ part 😂 Still watched anyway and laughed :D
I’m not talented I’m not a dancer I’m not a singer I’m not happy I’m young I’m wild I’m stupid I don’t understand the art of dancing or talent Every like is one savior of My dancing
Okay? Just do it? Bruh I wanted to ram my car into a train a few months ago dance through the pain. If you’re too stubborn to learn pick a new hobby. Don’t beg for likes hoping it will make you feel better because it won’t. Only you can do that.
I love the energy of this video. Performers and especially dancers are perfectionists that also have a great deal of patience and reliability that I love. Can't wait to link up with other dancers, until then, I will work on my craft in quarantine.
1. Be on beat 2. Don’t lock your limbs 3. Don’t cut off your movements 4. Use everyday motions as part of your dancing 5. Be intentional with your hands 6. Match the mood of the music 7. Dance through your mistakes 8. Condition your body 9. Face different directions 10. It’s okay to look or feel stupid You’re welcome 😊 But still watch the video! It’s really helpful!
I don't not used to like dancing but kpop idols really inspired me, specially all of there dance movement, it's like your watching a 5 or more shadows that follow you dance... But in the same time I'm a bit conscious about my body appearance cuz I'm not fit 😅
Even my feet are double jointed. I didn't know that seemed weird till other ppl pointed it out. They said it seems like I would've broke my feet. While I'm just like 🤷 idk. 💡 I am pigeon footed. I think that's the term. Where I can walk w my feet pointed directly towards the right & left. But bc I do it, I never really thought about it. Prob assumed everyone could just lay their feet flat in certain positions too. I know, that was a little random. 🤔 Can you do the Asian squat :/?
I even look awkward when I just move and and do things in daily life, it just looks cringe for some reason, and I can’t do anything about it😭 In the mirror tho it doesn’t looks awkward at all, but when I finally film it I look like a whole new person...
i feel you man... i hate the way i move, it’s so weird): no one’s ever pointed it out but i notice it in myself when i compare myself to other dancers or confident people
Omg..... i was depressed for the EXACTLY same thing i dance well in mirror but when i record i dance like as though i am physically challenged its was so depressing
I feel the same way too....I look in the mirror and it does not seem much awkward but when I film myself even the smallest movements look awkward....I don't know why...
I do the opposite of #4 and incorporate dance-like movements into my every day actions. I used to mix paint and the way my space was set up, along with the timing of the different equipment, the fluidity of dance steps actually made me more time efficient and I enjoyed my job so much more. I'm still figuring out how to move more fluidly in my new work environment, so for now my dance expression just comes out more when I'm at home, especially after a nice toke 👌
This is so helpful. I practice dancing in my room but whenever I get a chance to use my moves I feel weird and eventually just lock up and slink off because I got too embarrassed. This will help so much, thank you!
I'm in a HipHop Company and we'll go to a competition in about 2 weeks. But our trainer said we should practice more with our expressions. I think this video was a bit helpful, thank you :D (Btw sorry for my bad english)
All the tips in this guide are things that are super important but are often overlooked. Thank you so much for putting out such a concise and helpful video for dancers!
Hey Steezy i have a dance class, salsa 💃🏽 my group is fairly large but i’m trying to encourage more people to dance. I go through with beginners. And keep helping new comers. Theres always people coming in to ask and super excited to start but they don’t tend to come to stay. At least 1/10 stay. Any tips to how to help people stay motivated or maybe even how to keep interest
5 лет назад
sadly it's like this everywhere. Just focus on the content of the classes and to keep improving and teaching better. People come and go. Specially with adult classes.
Fighting I'm sure in time u will success in dancing best of luck n I think it's about how much u can make ur class intresting like with fun fact like throw any silly jokes regarding to understand dance moves n keep encourage student n it's okk if they does mistake or u can pay attention to students closely so that they can feel better n feel good vibes
1. Set an outline so people know what to expect within the next few weeks or months. 2. Make it clear that they will see progress only if they stick to consistent class taking. 3. Focus on delivering great education, but also on how your students are receiving it. Read body language, facial expressions, give out surveys explicitly asking how you could improve the experience (ESPECIALLY to your students who stopped coming) 4. Offer discounts or promo codes or other incentives. Even a showcase you're working on together is a good thing to look forward to after putting in the time and effort!
I remember being at a club i just said f### it got up went on stage which something i never would have done just did my thang it felt great to actually dance in front of people you dont kn. Being comfortable with yourself work through the mistakes. Everyone starts from somewhere.
these are very helpful tips, like when i did the record for my videos, i didn't have a bluetooth speaker so i just couldn't hear the music. then my dance moves just look terrible and no passionate at all. thanks for the tips so much, you guys such grear dancers ^^!
Oh, thank you! I've just taken my first dancehall lesson this evening... truly my first dance lesson... at almost 47 years old. And all what you said is just so helpful. I'll write all these tips on a paper and learn them by heart! Thank you again.
i have been watching stezzy over a year now and it really helps thank you so much...also i wanna learn some tips like while performing what we should do or how we should use the stage.. while performing my stomach hurts alot plus my chest hurts..i have been working on my stamina but still then when it comes to stage it's a bit difficult 🤧🤧
The way you all explain and guide, it comes across just smooth. The way u describe the examples. It actually really helps a person like me understand the nuances of polishing our moves one step at a time. Especially when I’m desperately trying to let myself loose and express. And your tips probably would apply to even experienced dancers. Thanks a ton for these videos. They actually matter and help. Namaste from India y’all. Dhanyavaad (thank you)🇮🇳 You impacted yet another person, and just earned another subscriber too. Cheers.
I never really feel awkward when Im dancing by myself, but when I dance in front of people especially my friends (who always say that my dancing is bad) it just makes me not want to dance at all or ever
I just started dancing classes, salsa to be specific, I felt like I looked stupid while doing it and I felt so stiff but I am determined to be good at it. These tips are really helpful, thank you.
i love this vids so much and i wish i can be in your city to actually come and be a student in the studio ...you guys/girls are amzing and so talented and fun to be around
1. be on beat 2. don't lock your limbs 3. don't cut off your movements 4. use everyday motions as part of your dancing 5. be intentional with your hands 6. match the mood of the music 7. dance through your mistakes 8. condition your body (warm up) 9. face different directions 10. it's ok, to look or feel stupid copied
Dude I haven’t danced in 2 years and I used to be so good like I won awards and stuff and now I feel like I look awkward lol. I mean it’s only like the second week of getting back into it so it’s okay but I just wanna be at that level again and even better 😂😭
This video views too less. What the heck? You both giving some precise and to the point tips. And this actually came of tremendous use to me. Thanks a ton u both. Give this video some love guys. I’m sharing it even more.
2:55 1- Be on beat 2- Don't lock your limbs 3- Don't cut off your movements 4- Use everyday motions as part of your dancing 5- Be intentional with your hands 6- Match the mood of the music 7- DANCE through mistakes (just keep doing) 8- Condition your body 9- Turn to different directions 10- It's ok to look or feel stupid (we all have been on that situation, just feel the music and chill) You're welcome :')
Omg.... this channel is so amazing!! I'm currently in a dance group and i feel super uncomfortable with so many talented people right by me, and then there's just this random potato sack trying to stay on beat😂
I like you're teachings steezy. I remember when i was younger and i first started people compliment me a lot that im good at it until someone said to be that "what do wanna be a whore" which i still i don't understand why that person said that but it hurt and i stopped dancing and i started to feel ashamed of my body too and feeling stiff all the time and crying not feeling comfortable when i dance because of those words that is not even true. I think when you dance your express yourself and feel more confident in your body like trust your body in way. This year i want it to make it happen but im paranoid to do it. Honestly i watch this when came out but i just remember those words. But i wanna do something that loved and makes happy to show to myself.
another good tip: breathe properly your body can't move well if it doesn't have enough oxygen, also you will fell tired and your moves will be weaker, so make sure you breathe properly so your body can have enough oxygen to move properly
My cousin is having a quinceañera this weekend and her family barely decided they wanted to do a dance. So we have to learn the dance in less then a week(It is currently day 3 of learning the dance and the quince is in 4 days). This is really helpful!
