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I do not dare to think what dance - a wonderful, expressive, art form - would become if this were the way we engaged with dance teaching and dance making! No – safe dance practice is the complete opposite, it is a means by which dance can continue to challenge physical (and mental) capabilities, through the application of knowledge and understanding of research-informed practice.
Safe dance practice is important for dancers of any age and any ability. It is not simply for the elite “racehorse” of a dancer, at risk because of high-level demands, or the dancer who perhaps could be seen to be more prone to injury because of lack of technicality or physical ability. Knowing how to work safely and effectively is relevant ...
- Appreciate The Small Wins
- Build on Your Small Wins
- Get Inspired
- Look Back on Yourself
- Look Back on Other People
- Go Back to Your Root
- Try Out Different Genres
- Welcome Failure
- Laugh at Your Bad Day
- Buy New Outfits
You must remember the time you have cracked a joke at a party. You do not have to be a professional comedian to make someone smile. It just feels nice to get a positive reaction from your close friends. Dancing is the same. Show your friends and family what you have learned. There is always an entertainment value. I am sure they will give you encou...
Once you know the taste of friendly cheers, you will want to move to the next step. Focus on the small wins to keep you motivated and practicing. How about signing up for a school performance? Cheering the crowd at a small nightclub? The goal is to retain the psychological rewards from your ability in doing the stuff most people cannot. The more sm...
In my early years, YouTube was still a new kid on the block. That was an era, you would be lucky to find 360p quality. All videos were posted by amateurs. But there were always 1 or 2 dancers everyone watched and followed. Now after 10 years, there are countless number of dancers on YouTube and they are constantly uploading new quality videos. Rega...
Have you been filming your practice? If not, start filming today. It's the best approach to see how far you have come through. Videos are so cheap to save now; filming does not have to be only for the special moment. Film it anyway, delete it later. I usually use my MacBook Air's Photo Booth for filming. With a modern computer, you will be able to ...
Just as you progress, the famous dancers evolve as well. Seeing other people's struggle with the styles, and break out of their shells are nothing but a human story. On YouTube, search for your favorite dancers. If they are world class, they must have at least 5 years of media exposure. YouTube doesn't give you an older than time filter. But you ca...
You must have that moment you decided you wanted to start learning dance. As we get carried away with busy life and tough practice, that hot feeling quickly fades away. Was it a movie? Music video? Street performance? Festival Stage? Once you recall that time, the passion and dream slowly come back to you. You will want to pat yourself for taking t...
Do you always focus on mastering one style of dance? If so, it is time to explore. Every genre has its own moods, tempo, and body positioning even if the song is the same. Doing upbeat electric house all the time? Go with mellow funk popping. Doing happy face locking all the time? Go with dark Drake hiphop. Aside from broadening your perspectives, ...
Do you believe in doing the clean move is the success to improve your dancing? If so, I worry about your chance to expand beyond your comfort zone. Executing a move perfectly is good to impress people, but we are talking about practice here. Actually, looking crap is good. That means you are adding your own arrangement, and reaching out your bounda...
No matter how hard you practice, you cant avoid having a good and bad day. Your move looks uncreative and repetitive. You feel your legs weak on a certain day. That is okay. We are not robots after all. Many things affect your dance condition. Not only the physical constraint, but your stress level can impact your musicality. Here is the good news:...
It sounds materialistic, but let's face it. It boosts your motivation. Imagine someone gives you a slick classic suede puma for your dance practice? You will be singing into the studio with a big smile on your face. It can be shoes, t-shirts, pants, etc. Pick your favorite brands. I find myself absolutely cannotpractice without a hat or headcover. ...
Apr 30, 2024 · A step in dance is a basic movement that involves shifting weight from one foot to another. Steps can be simple or complex, depending on the style of dance and the choreography. Steps are often combined with other movements such as turns, jumps, and gestures to create a cohesive dance routine. In essence, steps are the building blocks of dance ...
Mar 16, 2018 · Have students in all genres (yes, even ballet) dance barefoot to really feel the foot on the floor from time to time. 5.) General Coordination: I saved the most important for last, in my opinion. So often students can have good technique – nice execution of steps, decent alignment, etc. – but still be lacking that je ne said quoi. In my ...
Holistic and Inclusive Approach. Safe Dance Practice takes a multidisciplinary approach to the components of dancing safely, integrating principles without compromising dancers’ artistic creativity and expression. The authors examine not only the immediate variables associated with occurrence of injury but also delve into contributing factors ...
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Oct 3, 2017 · The connecting steps are just as important. Connecting steps are the in between steps, sometimes called travelling or linking steps, that fill in the gaps in a performance or an enchaînement (a linked chain of movement). Some of the common connecting steps in ballet are pliès, glissades, coupés, pas de bourrées, tombés and chassés.
