Q&A for How to Dance

Taking 3 or 4 dance lessons can be a great way to overcome your nerves and learn a few basic moves and techniques. Just make sure to check that the level of the class is suitable for you. Look for an Absolute Beginner or Basic Beginner course, but be aware that Open and Elementary classes are not beginner-level.

Having the right attitude will go a long way toward helping you learn to dance. If you want to learn to dance quickly, get rid of any negative talk and self doubt. When you see a certain dance step, don't tell yourself, "I can't do that." Instead, just try to copy it the best you can, even if you do it wrong.

Practice dancing alone at first, and dance in an area with plenty of open space so you have room to move without bumping into anything. If you tend to hurt yourself because of overexertion, do some light warmups (like dynamic stretches, lunges, kicks, or jumping jacks) before you start dancing. You might also benefit from some formal dance lessons to help build your confidence.

Try practicing the moves you want to do slowly at first, then speed them up as you get more comfortable.

Learning to follow dance steps takes practice. You may need to work with an instructor or an experienced dance partner and practice consistently for a few weeks or even longer, depending on how complex the dance is. It will eventually become easier!

Do a search online for flash mob groups near you, using search terms like "join dance flash mob Miami FL." Most flash mobs allow you to sign up online and provide instructions on their website for learning the dance and joining an upcoming performance.

Many dance studios offer hip hop dance lessons along with other genres like ballet, jazz, and tap. Do a search for “hip hop dance lessons near me.” You can also find lots of tutorial videos online to follow along with.

It can take time to build up your confidence. Just remind yourself that dancing is ultimately about enjoying and expressing yourself, and try to focus on that rather than on what other people might be thinking. You might find it helpful to practice with a close friend or take a dance class so you can get used to dancing in front of other people.

If you want to dance with a partner, the waltz is an easy, classic ballroom dance to start with. For solo dancing, try learning a few basic hip hop moves, like the strike, happy feet, and the hopscotch.

Practice your moves first so that you will be confident while dancing. Even the coolest moves can look lame if you lack the confidence. If you do not know how to dance yet, consider taking some dance classes (ie: Jazz) so that you can learn balance and proper technique. Lastly, watch music videos for inspiration. Both Michael Jackson and David Bowie were remarkable dancers.

Stretching, if done on a daily basis, will help you to become more flexible. It takes time but as long as you keep stretching, eventually flexibility will come to you. Get some DVD's or watch some videos online for tips on how to stretch each muscle group for optimum flexibility.

It depends on what you are comfortable with and the type of dance. You can wear nice flats or heels; just make sure to have comfortable backup shoes in case your shoes wear down or break during the night. For ballet, jazz ballet and the like, wear ballet slippers. For tap dancing, wear tap shoes. For the tango, wear tango shoes. For specific dances, ask ahead about suitable footwear.

What people think is cool is a matter of preference. Everyone has their own unique movement style, so just dance your heart out!

There are really no "proper" dance moves. Just get used to the popular music and their dances (if they have one), follow the beat, sing along, and remember to have fun! Just because it is a disco, doesn't mean you can only dance disco.

Someone whom you trust and who trusts you. It helps to have a lot of chemistry, such as do you enjoy dancing with him/her or do you think he/her is happy to dance with you? It also helps to be prepared to learn the specific dance and to not feel embarrassed with or by this person. Get to know your partner so you can develop a great click together.

Choreograph and set plenty of time aside to practice your routine. Listen to the music/beat, and do the movements in your head. Be confident in your look, the way you move, and smile. If you don't win, don't beat yourself up either!

Do whatever makes you feel good. Don't worry about others, the point is to have fun and enjoy yourself. You could try moves in front of your mirror at home to find what you feel comfortable doing. If someone is mean or rude to you, remember, you are beautiful, and that person has the problem, not you.

Happiness is the result of living a kind, unselfish and loving life.

The thing you need most is self confidence. No matter if you are fat or skinny, if you are confident, it will show in your moves.

Just keep going, especially if it's a performance. If it's practice, it's okay to laugh.

Yes, it is definitely possible.

Take classes to learn professional skills and ask a pro in your area to be your mentor.

You don't have to do anything with your boyfriend that you don't want to do.

Socks can be a little slippery, so it depends what you plan to do. If you're worried about getting your floors dirty, you can dance in socks on carpet, but for wooden, tile, or other "slippery" floors, bare feet would be safest.

You can make a video audition and send it in to the show, or you can get a parent or guardian to take you to an open call audition where you will perform in front of the judges. Look up a schedule of the open calls on the AGT website and see if there are any coming up near you.

Look for a suitable school, read about its intake requirements and do your best to meet those when you apply.

Some people are more musical than others. To dance along in time to music, you must be able to hear and learn the beat of the music. That is usually the reoccurring bass. Try to feel the music, and move different parts of your body to it.

You have a few options. You could feel really embarrassed, and stop, or laugh it off and keep dancing. You could grab a partner too. You probably wouldn't look so silly then. However, keep in mind that you may just be being self-conscious, and you don't look bad at all, and you don't have to stop or change because of what other people think.

Try watching some video tutorials on YouTube. You might also want to get down the basics of ballet before attempting jazz.

Try to stay away from extreme dance moves until you find a way to heal the ingrown nails.