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Learning to dance is fun - and it is easy. In a sense it is like learning a new language - a language in which moods and emotions are expressed in movement; a language of rhythm, grace and harmony. It is new - but in a very real sense it is the oldest language in the world, for dancing is the oldest form of art.

We know people danced as far back as the beginning of recorded history. The dance appeared in various forms in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome.

Dancing gives expression to a deeply rooted emotion in man so profound as to border on reverence. This is evidenced by the fact that some early dances were a part of religious rites. The Bible mentions dancing in numerous places - one of the most frequently quoted verses being that taken from the 150th Psalm: “Praise ye the Lord in all your songs and dances.”

There is an instinctive urge in all of us to express rhythm. Primitive men satisfy this urge by beating drums and dancing around a campfire until they drop from sheer exhaustion. We, of the civilized world, satisfy this same instinctive urge in a more cultured way. We dance in a conventional manner to rhythmic music and conform to certain set patterns. We observe the rules of conduct that society has set for us.

Dancing is a wholesome, natural outlet for the emotions. It develops grace and poise, timing and balance. Men take pride in their ability to lead their partners with assurance and poise. Girls enjoy the ability to follow their partners smoothly, expertly and correctly. The ability to dance develops personality, and above all - it is fun.

Unfortunately, however, many persons miss out on this fun because they do not dance well. Girls are apprehensive that they will not be able to follow their partners. Men are worried about stepping on their partner’s toes. Many persons are reluctant to try to learn to dance, because they believe they do not have a sense of rhythm.

This is regrettable, for all of us have a sense of rhythm. Rhythm is one of the governing laws that make for order in the universe. Rhythm appears in many phases. The competent typist has rhythm; the public speaker, the musician, the author all make use of rhythm in the practice of their arts. Even the engine in our automobile has rhythm - it must fire in perfect time to operate successfully.

Even after learning a few of the simpler steps, some people are still afraid to relax and keep time to the accompanying music because they fear they will make a mistake and be ridiculed. This fear of criticism and ridicule can be so overpowering as to cause certain persons to become immobile. If the desire to dance is thwarted often enough, a psychological block can be set up in the nervous system which leads to discouragement and a desire to stop trying, and these folks say, “I have no sense of rhythm.”

Dancing has been described as poetry in motion. By observing the similarity between the rhythm of speech, particularly as applied to poetry, and the rhythm of motion, as applied to dancing, anyone who can recite a simple jingle in rhythm can learn to dance.

Occasionally a person will come to our studio and insist that he absolutely has no rhythm. We frequently ask such persons to read: “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” After pointing out to them that they do have a sense of rhythm, or they could not have recited this poem in perfect meter, they develop confidence enough to apply themselves to learning rhythm of movement.

I have never met a person who could speak, who could not recite poetry rhythmically. Reciting poetry, naturally, is easier for most people than moving the body in perfect rhythm. Some people learn to coordinate more easily than others, but with practice it can be learned, and it is simply not true that you, or anyone else, cannot learn to dance because you do not have a sense of rhythm.

Jimmy Cox
http://www.articlesbase.com/art-and-entertainment-articles/dancing-and-having-rhythm-119798.html

Whats the difference between bboy and break dancing?

its the same
Breakdance, breaking, b-boying or b-girling is a street dance style that evolved as part of the hip hop movement among African American and Puerto Rican youths in the South Bronx of New York City during the early 1970s. It is normally danced to pop, funk or hip hop music, often remixed to prolong the breaks, and is a well-known hip hop dance style. A breakdancer, breaker, b-boy or b-girl refers to a person who practices breakdancing.
Cartoon of a breakdancer displaying a basic freeze, next to a stereotypical boombox.
Cartoon of a breakdancer displaying a basic freeze, next to a stereotypical boombox.

Since its inception, breakdancing has provided a youth culture constructive alternative to violent urban street gangs. Today, breakdancing culture is a remarkable discipline somewhere in-between those of dancers and athletes. Since acceptance and involvement centers on dance skills, breakdancing culture is usually free of the common race, gender and age boundaries of a subculture and has been accepted worldwide.

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I need to organise a works do for 12 persons, mainly in our 30s, including a meal and music and dancing in the centre of Bath. Any suggestions?

TRY this one.

Java
Address: 39 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT
Tel: +44 (0)1225 427919

Cuisine(s): Indonesian, Thai
Opening Times:
Mon - Sat: 12:00 - 14:00 18:00 - 22:30
Sun: 18:00 - 22:30
Avg Price: £35.00

I was watching some dance videos on youtube and I somehow ended up watching clog dancing and then decided to look at tap dancing. They look very similar, I am assuming that one is derived from the other one. I am interested in learning what the differences are… Is it just the type of shoe that is used?

Clogging is similar to tap dancing, but has a different style. Cloggers perform with an up-and-down body motion and tend to make the most sounds with their heels. Tap dancers stay light on their feet. Clogging is becoming more popular.

As to which is better…..it really doesn’t matter. They are different, and I would recommend trying both. Clogging has more performance opportunities because not as many people do it.

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I’d like to take some kind of dance class that can get my body in shape by strengthening my tummy and back muscles and increasing overall flexibility is belly dancing a good option and does anyone have any other suggestions?

It depends where you’re starting from. If you’ve never danced before, then belly dancing is a great way to get started. If you have a good teacher who knows good technique, then you’ll find it excellent for your tummy and back muscles, and for flexibility in your upper body. It won’t do anything for flexibility of the legs, though, unless you do Tribal Belly Dance which incorporates yoga in its warm-ups.

If you have some dance or gymnastic experience, you’ll get results faster with ballet or jazz ballet or contemporary - but they’re hard to take up as an adult if you’ve never done dancing before.

Sirena
http://bellydanceoz.com

Hey I was wondering what age you could start street dancing at. Could you still start if your 16 or 17?
thanks.

yeah 16 and 17 year olds can

Want to know everything about Belly Dancing Bra Belt Sets, and every other possible topic about this wonderful past time? This article will review a common and very important topic regarding belly dancing.

Belly dancing bra belt sets are an essential item for any experienced or even amateur belly dancer. This belt you could say, is like the foundation of this type of dancing. We all know that belly dancing is focused on flowing movement of the hips and stomach region and this being said, it is important for a serious belly dancer to use a good belt that is matching and also accentuates the torso area.

Many shops stock amazing quality belt sets, all you have to do is figure out what style you are, and what color would suit you best, and then go ahead and get it! Usually brighter colors are better, because they seem to be more hypnotic and particularly exotic. Usually different colors help to bring out the skills and appearance of certain dancer types. For example a woman with dark olive skin might get a couple of belly dancing bra belt sets, most of them being light colors, like pale blue and pink, to bring out her exotic dark skin, whereas the belt that a woman with very pale skin would most likely be the total opposite, probably dark red and dark blue, these colors can even be mixed to create an amazingly different look.

What type of belly dancing bra belt sets are right for me?

Well, anything that you feel comfortable performing in honestly. If your favorite color is pink, then you should get pink, if you like tassels and sparkly jewels then get something with them on, do whatever makes you happy, because you will have a better mindset when your dancing and if you feel comfortable then you are sure to perform much better, it is a fact of life and is evident in everything we do. When doing an activity like belly dancing, remember that it’s something you do for your own enjoyment, so make sure you keep it fun!

If you decide to take it seriously, there are many clubs that can cater for that purpose as well. In fact there are competitions that you can enter into that award prizes for the winners. But if you’re like me and you just do it for the fun, then try and keep it fun and you will quickly improve your skills.

Dane Stanton
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/find-out-about-belly-dancing-bra-belt-sets-101432.html