Many people would love the opportunity to dance, but not everyone has the time and money to take classes. This article is a dance initiation manual that will show you how to practice to dance contemporary dance (regardless of your talent or natural ability). Start by reading the first step.
Steps
Step 1. Find a place in your home where you can practice contemporary dance frequently
Maybe you have enough space in your bedroom or basement, or maybe you find it more comfortable to practice in the garden. Each person has a different place to practice. Do not choose a place where there are usually members of your family, such as the living room, since others may get angry if they see you dancing in front of the television every two by three.
Step 2. Learn the movements and stretches necessary to dance contemporary dance
YouTube is a good place to look for tutorials. Start by watching videos on how to do pirouettes and other movements that catch your eye. Of course, without the right classes, it will be difficult to know if you are executing the movements correctly, but the first thing you need to do is master a few types of turns and some difficult positions.
Step 3. Try choreographing a dance to a theme song that you have on your phone or laptop once you have learned a few interesting moves
Practice your dance regularly at home and you will learn more and more. Try to adopt facial expressions according to the intention of your dance.
Step 4. Search for classes on YouTube
These classes will show you the correct arm and foot positions to perform twists and other ballet steps. Make sure to follow these directions and to place the correct positions in all your movements. In this way, your technique will be much more impressive.
Step 5. If you want to take dance seriously, you will need to stretch about three times a day to improve and maintain your flexibility
Here are a few stretches to help you achieve your goal.
Step 6. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart
Bend your back at the waist and slowly lower yourself as much as you can. This stretch should end with your palms flat on the floor and your head facing back between your legs. Hold in this position for five seconds and gradually increase the duration of the stretch until you reach 30 seconds with practice. Repeat this exercise with your legs together. Instead of placing your palms on the floor, rest them comfortably on your feet.
Step 7. Do the following stretch
It is very similar to the first two, with the difference that many people find it harder and that to execute it you have to sit with your legs stretched forward. Reach forward and try to grab your toes. Once you are able to do this, try to bring your hands as far as possible, beyond the feet.
Step 8. If you want your movements to be more spectacular, you can incorporate gymnastic elements into the choreography
Flexibility is essential for a gymnast, which is why you should stretch every day.
Step 9. Learn to do the bridge handstand
This move is spectacular. You simply have to do a handstand, arch your back, land in a bridge position and get up. Obviously, it is much more difficult than it sounds, but it is very attractive if executed correctly. Practice doing a handstand against the couch under the supervision of a friend. When you feel comfortable, bend your legs and arch your back until your feet are on the sofa. Then push yourself up to get your feet back on the floor. Once you've mastered the supported variant, try doing it without a couch. The last part of the movement is getting up to get back on your feet, which is quite difficult. However, if you try again and again, in the end you will succeed. Only practice this move if you have the supervision of someone who knows how to do it, so that they can supervise and correct you.
Step 10. Learn to spread your legs
This movement also serves to make your dance routine more striking, so you should include it in your stretches to improve little by little through practice. Do not force the stretch too much, as you could suffer a pull and even a muscle tear.
Step 11. Practice at school or at work
If you really want to be a good dancer, try practicing at lunchtime with a friend who also wants to dance. Some schools and work offices have dance rooms, and most have empty rooms that you can use for breaks. Be sure to ask for these spaces.
Step 12. Consider joining your school's dance group if you are still a student
Most schools have free dance groups. If you join one, you will be able to practice more and perhaps have the opportunity to perform at certain events at school.
Step 13. If you think you really want to dance, you probably need to spend a lot of time practicing
You can leave a club whose activity coincides with the schedule of dance classes or that does not interest you especially and invest that money in dance classes.
Advice
- Stretch daily before trying dance or gymnastics moves.
- When you practice at home, do not annoy other family members or insist that they help you practice 24 hours a day, as they will end up losing the desire to help you out so often.