How to Be a Dancer
Make sure that this is what you really want to do., Decide what kind of dancing you would enjoy doing., Seek guidance., Experiment., Find a dance school., Sign up for as many dance classes as possible., Stretch., Practice., Be healthy both mentally...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Make sure that this is what you really want to do.
It takes a lot of passion and dedication to dance, whether you dance just as a hobby, or if you want to someday be a professional.
If you do want to do it for a living, you may have to cut out other sports and after school activities to put in the necessary hours of practice.
Remember that dance in itself is a sport and it takes a lot of endurance to dance every day. -
Step 2: Decide what kind of dancing you would enjoy doing.
Whether it be ballet, tap, jazz, swing, lyrical, contemporary, acro, hip hop, break-dance, pointe, modern, or belly dancing
- anything you want
- just be sure to choose one that suits your style. , Watch music videos and watch people's moves, buy dancing lessons on a video, read dancing instructions in books and on the internet, watch YouTube tutorials, find a tutor, get tips from friends/professionals, etc.
Dancing is hard, but with hard, dedicated work, you will excel in many ways. , Stand in front of a full-length mirror, turn up the tunes, and move your body! Or you could use a rented out dance studio.
Practice different moves on different parts of the body.
Be sure that each move transitions nicely into the next.
Also make sure you're stretched and do not have cold muscles.
Cold muscles can lead to pulling muscles. , Dance schools can range from a local youth centre to a more intense independent school.
If you are planning on dancing throughout high school and college into professional dance you will want to pick a more intense school.
Talk to other dancers in your area as well as the teachers of each school to pick the best one for you. , Remember that it is important to have a base in ballet as well as to branch out into other classes.
You do not have to take every class offered, and you can always sign up for more classes.
Talk to your dance teacher and ask her to recommend classes and to evaluate your level.
The more you practice, the better you will get.
If you cannot afford to sign up for lessons, you can always find some nice DVDs at Target or other stores that will teach you good dance technique.
However, if you plan to become a professional dancer, it is necessary to take lessons from a reputable school. , It is very important in the world of dance, the more you stretch, the more you will improve your flexibility.
You will stretch every day in class, but you may want to add stretching when you wake up or before you go to sleep to improve flexibility, but make sure you are warm enough so you don't hurt yourself.
If you have the space, you may want to put a barre somewhere in your home, preferably in a room with wood floors.
Even if you do not have the perfect flooring, you will be able to stretch more if you have one. , Now that you have your dancing style, lessons, and have chosen the moves that look best on your body, you need to put that knowledge into action! The best way to do this is freestyle dancing in the privacy in your bedroom, and then when you're at an average dancing level, attend school dances to enjoy yourself! , Dance is a very demanding sport.
It is essential to eat a healthy, balanced diet and keep hydrated.
If you feel that you are overdoing it, talk to your dance teacher and ask if it is possible to drop a class. , Now that you have learned and put your new skills in front of your peers, it's time to step it up a notch! Whether you come first or last, you'll always be a winner for putting in the time and effort to accomplish your dreams! , You can dance for up to four hours a day, but remember to schedule your time.
Make sure you are able to do your homework every night.
Schedule in friend time for those close to you who do not take dance classes with you.
Dance can take over your life, but remember that you need to be a rounded person.
If you are not planning to become a professional, and just dance for fun, it is not necessary to put as much time into dance. , If you don't understand a dance, ask for help, you're not going to learn it by standing in the corner watching! Always talk to your dance teachers if you are having a problem and they will help sorts things out. , Learn to distinguish between "good" and "bad" pain.
Dancing isn't an easy thing to do, but it doesn't have to be painful all the time.
It's supposed to be fun! If it gets to the point where you're not having fun at all, stop.
It's not worth it if you're not enjoying yourself, or if you wish you were pursuing something else. , Get into the song, and put feeling into it.
If it's an upbeat or happy dance, smile, make big, sharp movements, and smile! If it's a sad or emotional dance, make each move slower and use your facial expression to guide your body.
That makes every performance a lot better. , Know that you can do it for sure! Imagine yourself as a brilliant dancer! , The best dancers in the world are not only great dancers because they are good at dancing.
They are so passionate that they decided to work hard, dedicate themselves, and go through much pain so they could be the best dancer they could be.
If you know this is what you want to do, put all your heart into it. , If you have always wanted to dance hip hop, but you're the least cool person you know, go for it.
For all you know, it could change your life! -
Step 3: Seek guidance.
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Step 4: Experiment.
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Step 5: Find a dance school.
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Step 6: Sign up for as many dance classes as possible.
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Step 7: Stretch.
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Step 8: Practice.
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Step 9: Be healthy both mentally and physically.
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Step 10: Sign up for a dancing competition.
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Step 11: Balance your schedule.
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Step 12: Speak up!
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Step 13: Know that it is going to be hard.
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Step 14: Never just dance the steps.
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Step 15: Keep your confidence.
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Step 16: Be passionate.
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Step 17: Finally
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Step 18: and most importantly
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Step 19: never let go of your dreams.
Detailed Guide
It takes a lot of passion and dedication to dance, whether you dance just as a hobby, or if you want to someday be a professional.
If you do want to do it for a living, you may have to cut out other sports and after school activities to put in the necessary hours of practice.
Remember that dance in itself is a sport and it takes a lot of endurance to dance every day.
Whether it be ballet, tap, jazz, swing, lyrical, contemporary, acro, hip hop, break-dance, pointe, modern, or belly dancing
- anything you want
- just be sure to choose one that suits your style. , Watch music videos and watch people's moves, buy dancing lessons on a video, read dancing instructions in books and on the internet, watch YouTube tutorials, find a tutor, get tips from friends/professionals, etc.
Dancing is hard, but with hard, dedicated work, you will excel in many ways. , Stand in front of a full-length mirror, turn up the tunes, and move your body! Or you could use a rented out dance studio.
Practice different moves on different parts of the body.
Be sure that each move transitions nicely into the next.
Also make sure you're stretched and do not have cold muscles.
Cold muscles can lead to pulling muscles. , Dance schools can range from a local youth centre to a more intense independent school.
If you are planning on dancing throughout high school and college into professional dance you will want to pick a more intense school.
Talk to other dancers in your area as well as the teachers of each school to pick the best one for you. , Remember that it is important to have a base in ballet as well as to branch out into other classes.
You do not have to take every class offered, and you can always sign up for more classes.
Talk to your dance teacher and ask her to recommend classes and to evaluate your level.
The more you practice, the better you will get.
If you cannot afford to sign up for lessons, you can always find some nice DVDs at Target or other stores that will teach you good dance technique.
However, if you plan to become a professional dancer, it is necessary to take lessons from a reputable school. , It is very important in the world of dance, the more you stretch, the more you will improve your flexibility.
You will stretch every day in class, but you may want to add stretching when you wake up or before you go to sleep to improve flexibility, but make sure you are warm enough so you don't hurt yourself.
If you have the space, you may want to put a barre somewhere in your home, preferably in a room with wood floors.
Even if you do not have the perfect flooring, you will be able to stretch more if you have one. , Now that you have your dancing style, lessons, and have chosen the moves that look best on your body, you need to put that knowledge into action! The best way to do this is freestyle dancing in the privacy in your bedroom, and then when you're at an average dancing level, attend school dances to enjoy yourself! , Dance is a very demanding sport.
It is essential to eat a healthy, balanced diet and keep hydrated.
If you feel that you are overdoing it, talk to your dance teacher and ask if it is possible to drop a class. , Now that you have learned and put your new skills in front of your peers, it's time to step it up a notch! Whether you come first or last, you'll always be a winner for putting in the time and effort to accomplish your dreams! , You can dance for up to four hours a day, but remember to schedule your time.
Make sure you are able to do your homework every night.
Schedule in friend time for those close to you who do not take dance classes with you.
Dance can take over your life, but remember that you need to be a rounded person.
If you are not planning to become a professional, and just dance for fun, it is not necessary to put as much time into dance. , If you don't understand a dance, ask for help, you're not going to learn it by standing in the corner watching! Always talk to your dance teachers if you are having a problem and they will help sorts things out. , Learn to distinguish between "good" and "bad" pain.
Dancing isn't an easy thing to do, but it doesn't have to be painful all the time.
It's supposed to be fun! If it gets to the point where you're not having fun at all, stop.
It's not worth it if you're not enjoying yourself, or if you wish you were pursuing something else. , Get into the song, and put feeling into it.
If it's an upbeat or happy dance, smile, make big, sharp movements, and smile! If it's a sad or emotional dance, make each move slower and use your facial expression to guide your body.
That makes every performance a lot better. , Know that you can do it for sure! Imagine yourself as a brilliant dancer! , The best dancers in the world are not only great dancers because they are good at dancing.
They are so passionate that they decided to work hard, dedicate themselves, and go through much pain so they could be the best dancer they could be.
If you know this is what you want to do, put all your heart into it. , If you have always wanted to dance hip hop, but you're the least cool person you know, go for it.
For all you know, it could change your life!
About the Author
Daniel Green
With a background in manufacturing, Daniel Green brings 15 years of hands-on experience to every article. Daniel believes in making complex topics accessible to everyone.
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