Assignment 20- Nicole Loy

How to Dance-

Dancing takes up a majority of my time. At least fifteen hours a week to be exact. While I may not be perfect at dancing, I do know a thing or two about how to be at least moderately good in this art form. The first thing I would recommend is to watch other people dance. Whether that is watching YouTube videos or going to local performances, watching others dance will help you to create your own style and know exactly what type of dance is best suited for you. Next, I would suggest actually signing up for a dance class. This can be at a local dance studio. The instructors will help teach you the basics and you can work your way up from there. Before you attend the class, however, you should go to a dance store and purchase some clothes and shoes that are appropriate for whichever style you plan to take. I would also recommend stretching for at least fifteen minutes before you go to class, as you do not want to pull a muscle or harm yourself. When at the classes, pay attention to the instructors and listen to their critiques. Try to apply solutions to your corrections whenever you can. You should also enjoy yourself. Dance is about responding to the music and everyone has his or her own style. There is no “right” way to dance. Just feel the music and let it take you away. Lastly, I would suggest to just keep practicing and working hard.