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title: 14 Don't Forget Your Hands
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title: 14 Dont Forget Your Hands
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson focuses on incorporating hands into dance to enhance musicality, covering techniques like percussion and texture creation.
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## TIP & TRICKS:
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- Use hands as percussive instruments by clapping, clicking fingers, or slapping the body.
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- Add sharpness to hand movements by keeping them still until the end of an arm move.
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- Create softness by curving the hands and avoiding straight lines during arm movements.
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- Incorporate a vibrating or shimmy rhythm with the hands to match energetic music.
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- Utilize finger styling to feel through the air and add detail to arm movements.
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##REMEMBER
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- Hands can add rhythmic energy and percussive elements to dancing.
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- Changing hand texture alters the feel of arm movements, such as sharp or soft lines.
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- Fingers are important for adding styling and catching musical details.
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- Hand movements should be appropriate to the music to enhance musicality.
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- Focus on hand placement and action at the end of arms to be more expressive.
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title: 1 Getting to Know Your Arms
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title: 2 Follow The Flow
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title: 4 Asymmetric Shapes
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||||
title: Alphabetical Jazz Steps 3 (Chester Whitmore)
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||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
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||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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tags: Blues
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editor: markdown
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dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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||||
---
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||||
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||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
title: Anatomy of the Hip Joint ｜ Bones, Ligaments, & Muscles
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
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||||
editor: markdown
|
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dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
title: 0 Fancy Footwork Introduction
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
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||||
editor: markdown
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 10 Textures%4A Brushes
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/10_Textures%254A%20Brushes.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on the 'brushes' texture, a light and percussive foot movement where the ball of the foot makes contact with the floor during a swing from the knee, aiming to integrate it into dancing as a versatile element.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with weight on one leg and lift the free leg slightly with a bend, swinging from the knee joint, not the hip.
|
||||
- Keep the foot relaxed and heavy, allowing it to make light contact with the floor as it swings like a pendulum.
|
||||
- Practice brushes by walking and adding them before steps, such as 'brush, step', to incorporate them naturally.
|
||||
- Experiment with crossing the foot or varying the tempo to find where brushes fit best in your dance.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Brushes are a texture, not just a move, used to add percussive and airy elements to dancing.
|
||||
- Focus on initiating the swing from the knee to keep the action small and controlled, avoiding tension in the leg.
|
||||
- Use brushes to create a carefree, relaxed feel, similar to a lazy walk, enhancing musicality and flow.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 11 Textures%4A Putting it all together
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/11_Textures%254A%20Putting%20it%20all%20together.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on integrating various footwork techniques to create complex and expressive dance movements, aiming to build confidence and fluidity in performance.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Practice transitions between different footwork patterns smoothly.
|
||||
- Use the beat of the music to time your steps accurately.
|
||||
- Maintain a relaxed posture to enhance movement flexibility.
|
||||
- Incorporate pauses for dramatic effect in your routine.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Consistency in practice leads to mastery of intricate steps.
|
||||
- Focus on rhythm and musicality to improve overall performance.
|
||||
- Adapt techniques to suit your personal style and expression.
|
||||
- Always warm up to prevent injuries during complex footwork.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 12 Combination Step%4A Kick Ball Change
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/12_Combination%20Step%254A%20Kick%20Ball%20Change.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the combination step of kick ball change, focusing on integrating footwork, body shape, and rhythm to create a fluid dance variation.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with weight on the left leg and kick the right leg out in a relaxed swing.
|
||||
- Add an extra step at the end to alternate legs smoothly.
|
||||
- Swing hips back slightly as the foot kicks forward to maintain balance.
|
||||
- Cross the first step after the kick and bring the second step back under the hip.
|
||||
- Practice the rhythm on counts like 'one and two and' for a faster pace.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The kick is a light swing, not a forceful motion, to keep the movement dance-like.
|
||||
- Incorporate hip movement to counteract the foot's forward motion and enhance body shape.
|
||||
- Maintain grounding and simplicity while adding the kick ball change variation to your dance.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 14 Combination Step%4A Step Ball Drag
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/14_Combination%20Step%254A%20Step%20Ball%20Drag.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the combination step 'Step Ball Drag', which combines a step ball change with a leg drag to create a moonwalk-like effect, focusing on technique and rhythm.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Practice dragging the foot back with resistance, as if chewing gum is stuck to the sole.
|
||||
- Keep the weight in the ball of the standing foot and the leg bent while dragging the other leg.
|
||||
- Engage your glutes to help pull the leg back during the drag.
|
||||
- Maintain a triple rhythm, such as 'one and two, three and four', to match the music.
|
||||
- Lean the upper body forward to add energy and interest to the movement.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The step involves alternating legs with a step, ball, and drag sequence for a funky feel.
|
||||
- Ensure the standing leg remains strong and stationary during the drag to maintain balance.
|
||||
- Adjust the body's pulse and smoothness based on the music you are practicing to.
|
||||
- Focus on the hips as the center of movement while keeping the legs soft and relaxed.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 14 Twists
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/14_Twists.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on teaching foot twists, starting with basic side-to-side movements to develop neat and controlled footwork.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with feet together and twist by moving heels or toes to the side.
|
||||
- Keep legs, knees, and thighs close together for a tight, clean shape.
|
||||
- Twist the whole leg from the hip joint to avoid knee strain.
|
||||
- Practice at different rhythms, such as slowly or with triples, to match the music.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Maintain a straight line with legs together to prevent sloppy movements.
|
||||
- Involve the hips in the twist for better technique and joint safety.
|
||||
- Experiment with speed and rhythm to adapt to various musical beats.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 15 Twists%4A The James Brown
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/15_Twists%254A%20The%20James%20Brown.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the James Brown twist, a twisting action performed on one leg to improve core stability and thigh strength.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Twist on one leg with the free leg relaxed and hanging out to the side.
|
||||
- Ensure the hip, knee, and foot stay aligned during the twist to avoid injury.
|
||||
- Lead with the toe or heel when changing legs for a clear step.
|
||||
- Play with rhythm and tempo, such as triplets or shuffles, to match the music.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Maintain alignment of the hip, knee, and foot to prevent knee pain.
|
||||
- Twist from the hip socket, not the ankle or knee, for proper movement.
|
||||
- Keep the upper body forward with shoulders over the knees for posture.
|
||||
- The free leg should be relaxed and do nothing during the twist.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 16 Twists%4A The Reverse James Brown
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/16_Twists%254A%20The%20Reverse%20James%20Brown.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the reverse James Brown, a twist move that involves travelling towards the free leg, building on the James Brown from a previous class.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with weight on the left, lift the right leg, and travel to the right using toe heel movements.
|
||||
- Circle one leg around as if polishing the floorboards with the sole of your shoe.
|
||||
- Combine brushing one leg with toe healing the other leg to perform the full move.
|
||||
- Keep shoulders forward to maintain balance and a low center of gravity.
|
||||
- Twist the leg from the hip, similar to the James Brown technique.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Maintain a low center of gravity to avoid being unbalanced.
|
||||
- Keep energy low in the body, not high up in the chest.
|
||||
- Focus on posture with shoulders forward for stability.
|
||||
- Practice combining leg brushing and toe healing movements smoothly.
|
||||
- Travel towards the free leg as you perform the twist.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 17 Twists%4A Tick Tocks
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/17_Twists%254A%20Tick%20Tocks.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the 'Tick Tocks' move, focusing on twisting foot actions with alternating weight between the ball and heel to travel sideways.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Alternate weight between the ball and heel of each foot, with one foot on the ball and the other on the heel at all times.
|
||||
- Twist the whole leg from the hip socket, not just at the ankle or knee.
|
||||
- Keep the feet close together, with toes or heels touching to maintain balance and prevent widening.
|
||||
- Maintain a pulse or rhythm in the body with each foot change to aid movement.
|
||||
- Lean the upper body forward slightly to help with balance during side-to-side travel.
|
||||
- Practice slowly and change direction fluidly without stopping the rhythm.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The movement direction is always where you want to travel, with the toe or heel moving accordingly.
|
||||
- Ensure the feet stay under the body and movements are small to maintain control.
|
||||
- When changing direction, keep the alternating heel-toe rhythm consistent and fluid.
|
||||
- Focus on posture and balance to avoid becoming unbalanced during the twists.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 18 Twists%4A Happy Feet
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/18_Twists%254A%20Happy%20Feet.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on teaching the 'happy feet' dance move, which involves fast directional changes similar to TikToks, with the goal of building up from slower movements to faster footwork.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with TikToks traveling for four counts in each direction to build a foundation.
|
||||
- Progress to changing direction every two counts to increase speed and coordination.
|
||||
- Practice changing direction every beat for the full happy feet movement, keeping feet facing in on the 'and' and out on the beat.
|
||||
- Keep your head still and let your hips swing naturally while staying in place during the happy feet.
|
||||
- Begin with four counts of TikToks per side, then two counts, before transitioning into happy feet with music.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Happy feet require a smile and a happy attitude to enhance the dance's playful nature.
|
||||
- Maintain proper foot positioning with toes facing in and knees together on the 'and', and feet facing out and knees apart on the beat.
|
||||
- Avoid traveling during the happy feet; stay in place to focus on the footwork and hip movement.
|
||||
- Build up gradually from slower TikToks to faster happy feet to improve control and rhythm.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 19 Combination Step%4A Twist and Roll
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/19_Combination%20Step%254A%20Twist%20and%20Roll.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on combining a roll step with a foot twist or fan, slowing down the movement to add intensity and shape to the dance.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with weight on the left foot and roll through to the right, allowing the left heel to bear weight so the toe fans out.
|
||||
- When fanning the foot, ensure the movement originates from the hip, not just the foot, to open the hip as you roll.
|
||||
- Maintain one leg bent and the other straight during the roll and fan, but avoid locking the straight leg to keep it relaxed.
|
||||
- Incorporate upper body resistance by pushing through the air in front of you as you roll and twist to enhance the movement's intensity.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The combination involves rolling through one leg while fanning the other foot, creating a dynamic interplay between bent and straight legs.
|
||||
- Focus on allowing the hip to open naturally to turn the leg out, ensuring the twist action engages the whole leg.
|
||||
- Use the side view to observe and replicate the shape of having one bent and one straight leg for better visual appeal.
|
||||
- Integrate this step with previously learned elements in the course to build complexity and flow in your dance routine.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 1 Foot Care
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/1_Foot%20Care.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on foot care through a warm-up and massage routine to prepare feet for dancing and promote relaxation after activity.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Use thumbs to rub the ball of the foot for a good massage.
|
||||
- Roll knuckles up and down the arch of the foot for a lovely massage.
|
||||
- Squeeze the heel with rotational actions for a thorough massage.
|
||||
- Massage each toe individually, pressing at the top and giving a gentle pull.
|
||||
- Bend the foot over and flex it using hands to stretch without muscle use.
|
||||
- Twist the ball of the foot side to side while keeping the heel still for a stretch.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Perform foot massages before and after every dance session for warming up and recovery.
|
||||
- The big toe is vital for balance and requires extra attention during massage.
|
||||
- Protect the ankle by keeping it stable during foot twists and stretches.
|
||||
- Finish by slapping feet on the floor to increase blood flow and energize them.
|
||||
- Massaging helps loosen tight muscles in the arch and promotes better sleep.
|
||||
- Use gentle pulls on toes to stretch joints without causing dislocation.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 20 Combination Step%4A Foot Fans
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/20_Combination%20Step%254A%20Foot%20Fans.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the 'foot fans' move, a step ball change variation with heel and fan actions, focusing on footwork technique and rhythm.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with a step ball change pattern: forwards on the right, back on the ball of the left, together on the right.
|
||||
- On the forward step, keep weight in the heel to create a heel ball action.
|
||||
- Turn the leg in as you place the heel, then fan it outwards in a semicircle before stepping back.
|
||||
- Practice with a triple rhythm, accenting the forward step on the beat.
|
||||
- Ensure posture is forward to maintain balance during the move.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The move involves layering steps from basic to advanced, adding heel and fan elements.
|
||||
- Weight distribution is key: use heel for forward steps and ball for back steps.
|
||||
- Rhythm can vary with music, but it often fits triple patterns for smooth execution.
|
||||
- Multiple actions occur simultaneously, such as fanning while the other foot steps.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 21 Leg Spirals
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/21_Leg%20Spirals.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the leg spiral move, focusing on turning the leg from the hip joint to create a figure-eight shape with the foot on the floor, and how to enter and exit the move while dancing.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Keep the support leg slightly bent and anchored, with the moving leg weightless.
|
||||
- Use the tip of the toe or shoe to brush the floor in a figure-eight pattern.
|
||||
- Initiate the spiral from the hip joint for smooth movement.
|
||||
- Enter the spiral by turning the leg inwards after a step, and exit by turning outwards into a step.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The leg spiral is an isolation move that enhances footwork with interesting shapes.
|
||||
- Practice on both legs to balance muscle engagement and coordination.
|
||||
- Integrate the spiral into dance by timing entries and exits with music phrasing.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 22 Combination Step%4A Twists and Spirals
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/22_Combination%20Step%254A%20Twists%20and%20Spirals.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson combines the spiral leg movement with the reverse James Brown action, focusing on coordinating in-and-out knee motions for a flowing combination.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with weight on one side to practice the spiral and working leg coordination.
|
||||
- Ensure knees move in and out simultaneously as the leg spirals, similar to TikToks movements.
|
||||
- Maintain a nice pulse and rhythm once you establish the flow for easier execution.
|
||||
- Practice from behind to see the leg movements clearly for better alignment.
|
||||
- Change legs to practice both sides, noting that one side may be harder than the other.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The spiral replaces the circle in the reverse James Brown, integrating previously learned techniques.
|
||||
- Coordinate the in-and-out action of both legs to achieve a smooth, flying motion.
|
||||
- Focus on alignment to keep movements in line with each other for consistency.
|
||||
- Build flow gradually to make the combination feel easy and natural over time.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 2 Textures%4A Relaxed Stepping
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/2_Textures%254A%20Relaxed%20Stepping.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson introduces relaxed stepping, focusing on walking in place with a relaxed foot and ankle to achieve smooth, natural movement.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Raise your foot at an angle with a relaxed muscle and joint.
|
||||
- Let your foot hang relaxed in the air before stepping.
|
||||
- Roll smoothly from toe to heel without forcing the motion.
|
||||
- Keep ankles super relaxed while stepping.
|
||||
- Practice stepping every beat in a relaxed manner.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Relaxation in the foot and ankle is key for smooth stepping.
|
||||
- Avoid adding effort or force when placing the foot.
|
||||
- Focus on natural, slight rolling through the feet.
|
||||
- Maintain a relaxed posture throughout the movement.
|
||||
- Use this technique as a foundation for more complex steps.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 3 Textures%4A Rolling
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/3_Textures%254A%20Rolling.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on the technique of rolling through the feet to control steps and add emotion to movement, exploring how resistance in the foot engages the whole body.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Lift the foot with a relaxed ankle and reconnect by pushing down from the ball of the foot first.
|
||||
- Imagine a squishy ball under the heel to create resistance as you roll down through the foot.
|
||||
- Activate the foot muscles and engage leg muscles to achieve the rolling action.
|
||||
- Start by stepping slowly without music to focus on the rolling technique.
|
||||
- Mix relaxed stepping with rolling to feel the difference and fit it to music.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Rolling through the feet helps slow down and control your steps effectively.
|
||||
- The resistance felt in the foot should extend through the whole body for better movement.
|
||||
- This technique can add emotional expression to your dance by altering body shape.
|
||||
- Practice rolling by connecting toes, ball, center, and heel sequentially.
|
||||
- Use rolling to create a sense of pushing through thicker air with the entire body.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 4 Textures%4A Heel Drops
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/4_Textures%254A%20Heel%20Drops.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the heel drop technique, focusing on creating sharp rhythms and different foot textures by dropping the heel quickly after the ball of the foot connects to the floor.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with the ball of the foot connecting to the floor first.
|
||||
- Drop the heel in one go instead of gradually lowering it.
|
||||
- Practice the rhythm as ball, heel with a sharp, tap-like quality.
|
||||
- Add heel drops to relaxed walking and slow rolling with resistance.
|
||||
- Move heel drops around the room in any direction to explore variations.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The heel drop gives a different energy and rhythm to foot movements.
|
||||
- The rhythm can be adjusted based on the song and personal style.
|
||||
- Experiment with different textures by combining heel drops with other foot techniques.
|
||||
- Notice the feeling differences between heel drops, walking, and rolling.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 5 Textures%4A Step Ball Change
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/5_Textures%254A%20Step%20Ball%20Change.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the ball change action, focusing on executing step ball change movements with proper weight transfer and rhythm.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Place the ball of the foot down without dropping the heel to maintain weight on that leg.
|
||||
- Keep the leg slightly bent and relaxed to allow a soft swing in the hips.
|
||||
- Imagine a glass ceiling above your head to avoid pushing up and instead swing energy backwards.
|
||||
- Practice the ball change in a triple rhythm, such as 'one and two, three and four'.
|
||||
- Travel slightly to the side while performing ball changes to add movement and direction changes.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Maintain a contained energy in the body by avoiding upward movement and keeping the head steady.
|
||||
- The ball change can be integrated into dance sequences with varying counts and rhythms for versatility.
|
||||
- Focus on soft, relaxed legs to achieve a smooth and controlled ball change action.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 6 Textures%4A Taps
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/6_Textures%254A%20Taps.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on teaching simple taps with the feet, emphasizing percussive contact using the ball of the foot without rebounding, and integrating taps into steps for movement and rhythm.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Tap with the ball of the foot, making contact with the floor without stamping.
|
||||
- Keep the ankle relaxed and the foot in place after tapping, as if the floor is sticky.
|
||||
- Place the tap between your starting position and where you want to finish, around hip width.
|
||||
- Use taps in between steps to travel forwards, backwards, or in turns.
|
||||
- Speed up the rhythm to double time by tapping on the 'and' beats.
|
||||
- Lean the upper body into the side of the tapping foot to accentuate the movement.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The tap should be percussive and audible, not a stamp or rebound.
|
||||
- Integrate taps with steps to create fluid movement and rhythm in dance.
|
||||
- Allow the whole body to dance, not just the feet, by moving with the taps.
|
||||
- Practice at different tempos and directions to explore versatility.
|
||||
- Focus on holistic movement by combining footwork with body alignment and expression.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 7 Textures%4A Slides
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/7_Textures%254A%20Slides.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches the slide move, focusing on its gooey, stretchy texture and versatility for transitions or phrase endings.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Sink down into the ground on the weighted leg as preparation before pushing out to slide.
|
||||
- Imagine chewing gum stuck to the sole of your shoe to keep the foot stuck to the floor as it drags under the body.
|
||||
- Lead with your center first in any direction to maintain balance and avoid leaning into the slide.
|
||||
- When sliding backwards, tilt the body slightly forward to avoid looking robotic and stay balanced.
|
||||
- Practice slides in four directions: right, left, forward, and backward, adapting the body shape accordingly.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The slide is versatile and can be used as a break or to end a dance phrase effectively.
|
||||
- Focus on the foot left behind during the slide to create a sticky, stretchy feeling.
|
||||
- Keep the body leaning towards the weighted leg and lead from the center to prevent falling over.
|
||||
- Use the ground to push out during the preparation step for a smooth slide motion.
|
||||
- Incorporate slides into dancing with music by adding them when they fit naturally, not continuously.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 8 Textures%4A Stomps
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/8_Textures%254A%20Stomps.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on teaching stomps, a dance move with a powerful and aggressive feel, emphasizing proper weight distribution and body movement to achieve the blues aesthetic.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Use split weight between legs to create sticky resistance when sliding the foot in.
|
||||
- Imagine chewing gum stuck to the sole of your shoe to help slide the foot in with control.
|
||||
- Engage thigh muscles to drag the leg in as if it's stuck to the floor.
|
||||
- Swing hips to the opposite side of the stomping foot for a soft, asymmetric shape.
|
||||
- Keep the upper body forward with intention to avoid an upright posture.
|
||||
- Visualize a heavy bowling ball in the hips to guide the side-to-side movement.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Stomps require a gooey, stretchy feeling with more power and aggression than slides.
|
||||
- Proper weight distribution is crucial for traction and resistance during the slide.
|
||||
- Body movement, especially hip swings, is essential for the blues aesthetic.
|
||||
- Alternate stomps by changing weight each time the legs are under the body.
|
||||
- Involve the whole body, not just the feet, to enhance the style of stomps.
|
||||
- Practice stomps in combination with other moves for integration into dance routines.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 9 Textures%4A Soft Kicks
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/fancy-footwork/9_Textures%254A%20Soft%20Kicks.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on performing soft kicks with a light and fluffy texture, aiming to relax the legs and swing the foot softly through the air without force.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Imagine strings attached to your knees like a puppet to control the kick and release.
|
||||
- Swing the leg forward with the foot hanging from the knee, then bring it back in with a puppet-like motion.
|
||||
- Step the foot underneath the hip after bringing it back in to maintain balance.
|
||||
- Travel forward by swinging the leg forward and placing the foot in front of you instead of directly under the hip.
|
||||
- Relax into the ground when placing the foot after a kick step, keeping it soft and effortless.
|
||||
- Add soft kicks onto a walk to practice traveling around the room.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The kick should be super relaxed, not powerful, like walking through a meadow.
|
||||
- Focus on a light and fluffy texture in the legs or feet for a soft movement.
|
||||
- Use the puppet leg imagery to guide the kick and return motion.
|
||||
- Keep the movement lovely and soft, playing with tempo and direction as you practice.
|
||||
@@ -2,10 +2,10 @@
|
||||
title: 0 Hip Action Introduction
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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||||
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||||
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tags: Blues
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||||
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||||
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||||
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||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
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||||
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||||
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||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
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||||
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title: 2 In Full Swing
|
||||
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|
||||
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||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
title: 3 Messaround
|
||||
description:
|
||||
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|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
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||||
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
title: 4 Rocks
|
||||
description:
|
||||
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|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
title: 5 The Hip Push
|
||||
description:
|
||||
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|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
title: 6 Up and Down Walks
|
||||
description:
|
||||
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|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
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||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
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||||
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||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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||||
|
||||
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|
||||
title: 7 Swinging Low Downs
|
||||
description:
|
||||
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|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
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|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
title: 8 Funky Butt
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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||||
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||||
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|
||||
title: 9 Four Corners
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
title: 0 Keep Your Cool Introduction
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
title: 1 Body Warm Up
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/keep-your-cool/1_Body%20Warm%20Up.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on warming up the upper body through shoulder, arm, and spine movements to increase mobility and reduce stiffness before dancing.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Lift shoulders straight up and down without pulling them back or in.
|
||||
- Open and close arms like a door to engage the chest and round the back.
|
||||
- Move shoulders in circular motions forward, up, back, and reverse.
|
||||
- Slide arms side to side and reach forward to explore different angles.
|
||||
- In the open book exercise, maintain 90-degree angles at ankles, knees, hips, and shoulders.
|
||||
- Coordinate breath with movement, inhaling and exhaling during the full motion.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Focus on creating space in the sternum and between shoulder blades.
|
||||
- Allow weight shifts and hip movement for natural exploration.
|
||||
- Keep gaze with hand movements to enhance torso and cervical spine mobility.
|
||||
- Maintain connection with the ground through fingertips during circles.
|
||||
- Prioritize exploration over perfection, using support if needed.
|
||||
- Aim for increased joint access and reduced stiffness after the warm-up.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 2 Posture & Pulse
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/keep-your-cool/2_Posture%20%26%20Pulse.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on establishing an athletic posture and coordinating pulse with movement in Black dance, aiming to enhance connection with music and reduce physical strain.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Stack joints by aligning ears over shoulders, shoulders over hips, and hips over ankles.
|
||||
- Place feet directly under hip joints for stability and balance.
|
||||
- Use a broom handle to align sternum over balls of feet and sacrum behind heels.
|
||||
- Press a tool against sternum and hip joint to maintain connection while moving.
|
||||
- Shift weight by leaning forward and back to find a neutral, balanced stance.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Athletic posture allows for reactive movement and reduces stiffness in joints.
|
||||
- Proper alignment distributes weight evenly to prevent pain in neck, shoulders, back, knees, and feet.
|
||||
- Maintain connection between upper and lower body during movements like hinging and squatting.
|
||||
- Posture serves as the foundation for all dance movements and everyday life.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 3 Being In time With The Music
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/keep-your-cool/3_Being%20In%20time%20With%20The%20Music.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on maintaining a consistent pulse with the music while moving, emphasizing full weight shifts and grounding to avoid rushing and stay in time.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Express the full beat by completing weight shifts on the end of sounds like 'boom' to stay grounded.
|
||||
- Scat or create sounds to match the music's instruments for better rhythm connection.
|
||||
- Practice moving with and without music to feel the difference in pulse and timing.
|
||||
- Keep hands open and relaxed to facilitate chest movement and maintain pulse during fast steps.
|
||||
- Breathe and release tension in the body when moving faster to avoid rushing.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Pulse is the continual beat in music that doesn't change; connect to it to stay with the music.
|
||||
- Full weight shifts on the beat help prevent feeling lost and improve movement completion.
|
||||
- Even with fast music, maintain a baseline rhythm in the body to stay in time.
|
||||
- Use sound creation, like scatting, to internalize the music's rhythm when no music is playing.
|
||||
- Incorporate pulse into multiple body parts, such as the chest or hands, to keep it consistent during complex movements.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 4 Shoulders
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/keep-your-cool/4_Shoulders.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on exploring shoulder movement and how it affects the entire body, with the goal of learning to use shoulder movements to generate energy and create fluid motion in blues dancing.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Roll shoulders forward to shift weight into the balls of your feet and let yourself fall forward.
|
||||
- Engage serratus interior and lats by pulling elbows down and into your ribs to stabilize the shoulder joint.
|
||||
- Keep hips relaxed and moving with your shoulders rather than leaving them behind.
|
||||
- Let your ribs move when engaging shoulder muscles rather than tensing your midsection.
|
||||
- Direct movement by initiating with your shoulders while maintaining a pulse in them.
|
||||
- Create opposition by driving one shoulder forward while the other goes back.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Shoulder movement should shift your center of gravity and create a wave of energy through your body.
|
||||
- Maintain integrity by moving shoulders first before letting your body fall rather than falling then adjusting shoulders.
|
||||
- Engaging specific muscles like serratus interior and lats helps stabilize and control shoulder movement.
|
||||
- Hips should follow where your shoulders move to maintain full-body connection.
|
||||
- Relax your abdominals to create a wavy action rather than restricting movement to just shoulders.
|
||||
- Shoulder movements can be used to generate motion that affects your entire body in dancing.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 5 Arm generated movement
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/keep-your-cool/5_Arm%20generated%20movement.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches how to use arm rotation to generate movement, helping dancers stay on beat and express music through dynamic body control.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Imagine moving water or spreading butter with your hands to feel rotation and connection with the air.
|
||||
- Increase or decrease arm amplitude to control step size and speed while dancing.
|
||||
- Bring arms closer to the body to move faster and extend them to slow down or create bigger movements.
|
||||
- Change direction by switching hand positions while maintaining rotation.
|
||||
- Add pulse to arm movements to stay synchronized with the music.
|
||||
- Soften hands and use upper arms for more fluid movement during energetic dancing.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Arm rotation originates from the humerus and scapulas, affecting overall body movement and tension.
|
||||
- Rotation can be internal or external, influencing how energy flows through the body.
|
||||
- Arm movements generate rotation that helps turn the body around its axis.
|
||||
- Adjusting arm tone shifts energy throughout the body, including the feet.
|
||||
- Use arm direction to guide movement, such as forward for linear motion or away for circular patterns.
|
||||
- Practice varying planes of motion with arm rotation to explore different textures and feels.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 6 Conclusion
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/keep-your-cool/6_Conclusion.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
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</div>
|
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|
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## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson concludes the course by encouraging students to review and practice the material while having fun, with the goal of integrating all learned elements into a cohesive dance experience.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Rewatch videos for areas needing more practice.
|
||||
- Have fun while dancing to build skills.
|
||||
- Get up and move your feet to practice the dance.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Use the course as a tool in your ongoing practice.
|
||||
- Integrate all parts of the dance together for a complete feel.
|
||||
- Let go and enjoy the process to enhance learning.
|
||||
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|
||||
title: 0 Riffin' & Cuttin' Introduction
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T07:16:01.792Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-24T04:11:41.161Z
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T07:16:01.792Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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||||
|
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 0 Riffin & Cuttin Introduction
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/0_Riffin%20%26%20Cuttin%20Introduction.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson introduces the concept of riffing in dance, which is a creative conversation and building ideas with others, inspired by black American culture and blues, with the goal of understanding and practicing riffing to develop personal versions rather than imitation.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Look for inspiration from your partner's movements.
|
||||
- Listen out for cues in the music to guide your riffing.
|
||||
- Change what you see in small ways to make it your own.
|
||||
- Practice riffing with at least one other person.
|
||||
- Develop ideas based on what others do around you.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Riffing is about creative conversation and community inspiration.
|
||||
- The goal is to understand the practice, not just imitate movements.
|
||||
- Everything in dance can come from riffing and personal adaptation.
|
||||
- Riffing evolved in social spaces, not formal academic settings.
|
||||
- It should result in your own version of the same idea.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 11 Dialling up the volume
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/11_Dialling%20up%20the%20volume.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on adjusting your dance energy, like a volume dial, to match or contrast with the music and your partner, exploring how energy affects movement density and musical interpretation.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with a low-energy move and ramp it up as you dance, or vice versa, based on the music.
|
||||
- Contrast your partner's energy by purposefully dancing quieter or louder than them.
|
||||
- When the energy comes down, focus on little details to draw attention in.
|
||||
- Play with energy as the point of interest while keeping other variables like move and levels consistent.
|
||||
- Notice if your energy feels mismatched with the music and dial it back down accordingly.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Energy should always fit the music, but you can play with a spectrum within that fit.
|
||||
- Less can be more; contrasting energy can enhance interpretation and dynamics.
|
||||
- Energy is an active choice you can adjust in real-time during dancing.
|
||||
- High density of movement may suit energetic music, while chill grooves call for less.
|
||||
- Energy changes can be inspired by your partner or shifts in the music itself.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 12 Riffin Recap II
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/12_Riffin%20Recap%20II.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on integrating all previously learned dance elements by intuitively selecting and clearly executing one inspired movement from your partner or the music to enhance natural flow and connection.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Pick the first thing that stands out to you intuitively, such as a body part or rhythm, and go with it.
|
||||
- Make your inspired movement clear enough for observers to see what inspired you from your partner.
|
||||
- Listen to your partner's body and the music to help decide what to do next without overthinking.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Integrating all elements should feel more natural and easier than focusing on isolated exercises.
|
||||
- Clear execution of inspired movements ensures a smooth back-and-forth conversation in the dance.
|
||||
- Maintain a flow and connection between your actions, your partner's actions, and your choices.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 13 Phrasing & Composition%5A Creating an arch
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/13_Phrasing%20%26%20Composition%255A%20Creating%20an%20arch.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on phrasing and composition by creating an arch in dancing, emphasizing the development of an idea from beginning to end without needing a narrative story.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with a simple move like a step touch as your original idea.
|
||||
- Develop the idea using tools like textures, size, or traveling.
|
||||
- Conclude the idea at the end of a musical phrase.
|
||||
- Use a visual signal, such as stopping dancing or a look, to hand over to your partner.
|
||||
- Incorporate ending moves like a lock turn or slowdown to finish clearly.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Create a feeling of a beginning, middle, and end in your dance arch.
|
||||
- The handover to your partner should be clear, either visually or through body language.
|
||||
- Focus on taking an idea, developing it, and concluding it before passing the space.
|
||||
- Practice creating a story with your dancing using skills learned in the course.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 14 Phrasing & Composition%5A 12 bar phrasing
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/14_Phrasing%20%26%20Composition%255A%2012%20bar%20phrasing.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on musical phrasing in dance, specifically using a 12-bar blues structure to develop a story or idea within six sets of eight counts.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Use six sets of eight counts to develop your story naturally with the music.
|
||||
- Listen for changes like chord progressions or breaks to signal the end of a phrase.
|
||||
- Play with musical cues, such as rhythm changes, to conclude your story.
|
||||
- Pass over to your partner at the end of your 12-bar phrase to phrase back and forth.
|
||||
- Practice with a variety of 12-bar blues songs to feel the music's progression.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- A 12-bar blues corresponds to six eight counts for dancers.
|
||||
- The music has an inherent arc in each 12-bar phrase that can guide your dancing.
|
||||
- Focus on developing an idea from introduction to conclusion within the 12 bars.
|
||||
- Cue into the music's changes rather than strictly counting to feel phrasing.
|
||||
- Use resources to learn more about blues phrasing and structure for better understanding.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 15 Phrasing & Composition%5A Call & Response
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/15_Phrasing%20%26%20Composition%255A%20Call%20%26%20Response.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on call and response in dance, teaching partners to trade movements quickly to build a story arc together, inspired by blues and jazz music traditions.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Pick one partner to be the voice and the other to be the instrument in the music.
|
||||
- Dance when you hear your assigned part of the music, such as voice or harmonica.
|
||||
- Avoid counting; instead, listen to the music to guide your timing.
|
||||
- Practice faster trading with your partner to develop quicker thoughts.
|
||||
- Focus on the conversation-like exchange between voice and instrument in the song.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Call and response originates from African musical traditions and is common in blues and jazz.
|
||||
- Inconsistent phrasing is typical in blues music, so adapt to changes without fixation on counts.
|
||||
- The goal is to build a collaborative story arc with your partner through quick movement exchanges.
|
||||
- This technique enhances musicality and partner connection in dance.
|
||||
- Refer to resources for more on the cultural importance of call and response.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 16 Phrasing & Composition%5A Conversation
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/16_Phrasing%20%26%20Composition%255A%20Conversation.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on transitioning from structured trading to a freeform, organic conversation in dance, encouraging dancers to listen to the music and trade intuitively with their partner.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Trade as you feel fits with the music, allowing for organic overlaps and natural conversation elements.
|
||||
- Vary the length of back-and-forth exchanges based on the music's dynamics, such as taking a whole phrase or switching every few counts.
|
||||
- Maintain eye contact and listen to your partner's ideas to enhance communication during the dance.
|
||||
- Use all practiced techniques in context, feeling when to enter and leave based on the music and partner interaction.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The lesson emphasizes a shift from prescriptive structures to a more intuitive, music-driven approach.
|
||||
- Organic conversation in dance involves overlapping and responding naturally, similar to verbal dialogue.
|
||||
- Key principles include listening to the music, observing your partner, and adapting timing to the energy of the dance.
|
||||
@@ -0,0 +1,31 @@
|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 17 What is Cuttin%5F
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/17_What%20is%20Cuttin%255F.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson introduces cutting as a competitive yet collaborative dance style that builds on riffing, aiming to transition dancers into a more contest-like interaction while fostering community and personal growth.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Take your space effectively when entering the circle or dance area during cutting.
|
||||
- Use all riffing tools like paying attention to your partner, but with a competitive intention.
|
||||
- Be mindful of your body to avoid injury, especially if escalating moves quickly.
|
||||
- Practice artful imitation to compete by going beyond the last performer in your own terms.
|
||||
- Allow adrenaline and inspiration from your partner to try new moves you've never done before.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Cutting is a friendly competition that aims to bring each other up, not cut down, creating solidarity and kinship.
|
||||
- The subtle difference from riffing is the competitive nature, where you aim to one-up your partner in an artful way.
|
||||
- It pushes you to be a better dancer through mutual inspiration and escalation of moves.
|
||||
- Approach cutting as an art form that enhances community, not as a scary competition.
|
||||
- Ensure you are familiar with your body's limits to dance safely to the excitement point, not injury.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 18 Taking your space
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/18_Taking%20your%20space.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson teaches how to effectively take space during cutting in dance, focusing on confident entry and interaction with a partner.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Physically step into the space where you want to dance to claim it.
|
||||
- Maintain eye contact and focus on your partner or audience to project confidence.
|
||||
- Enter on musical cues like breaks or phrase changes to align with the rhythm.
|
||||
- Start with simple moves you can execute well to build up gradually.
|
||||
- Practice eye contact in a mirror or with a partner to feel comfortable.
|
||||
- Avoid panicking and trying to do all your moves at once when entering.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Confidence in your idea and body language is crucial for successful cutting.
|
||||
- Use the music to guide your entry and enhance your cutting strategy.
|
||||
- Build your dance gradually to allow escalation and maintain engagement.
|
||||
- Do not show intimidation even if your partner performs impressively.
|
||||
- Focus on attitude and emotional intention to convey belief in your dance.
|
||||
- Give yourself and your partner space to develop the dance story.
|
||||
@@ -0,0 +1,32 @@
|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 19 Ways to cut
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/19_Ways%20to%20cut.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on techniques for cutting a partner in a dance contest, emphasizing creative and competitive strategies to outperform while maintaining a friendly atmosphere.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Do not copy your partner's moves; instead, go above and beyond what they did.
|
||||
- Perform something more technically challenging or athletic than your partner, such as going lower or dropping multiple times.
|
||||
- Use attitude or presence to cut your partner, especially if you cannot match their physical difficulty.
|
||||
- Change the game by shifting the topic of movement, like switching from shakes to hip rolls.
|
||||
- Play with your partner's predictability by joining in on their predictable moves to encourage creativity.
|
||||
- Own your superpowers by incorporating your strengths, such as rhythmic accents, into your dance.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Cutting is a friendly competition where entry timing and creative response matter more than imitation.
|
||||
- Technical virtuosity and aesthetic alignment with music are key ways to one-up your partner.
|
||||
- Nonverbal communication through movement and attitude can effectively cut your partner.
|
||||
- Changing the game allows you to continue competing without admitting defeat.
|
||||
- Leverage your personal dance strengths to gain an advantage in a cutting contest.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 1 Riffin with Size & Rhythm
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/1_Riffin%20with%20Size%20%26%20Rhythm.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on exploring variations in dance moves by altering their size and rhythm, with the goal of learning to riff and cut by changing these qualities in response to a partner.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with one move and change its size, making it bigger or smaller.
|
||||
- Alter the rhythm of the same move by adjusting tempo, such as faster or slower.
|
||||
- Experiment with combining size and rhythm changes, like big and fast or small and slow.
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- Switch to a different move to explore the same ideas with new examples.
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- Practice riffing backwards and forwards with a partner using these variations.
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##REMEMBER
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- Size and rhythm are key variables to play with for creating dance variations.
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- Often, size and rhythm change together, such as bigger moves being slower.
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- You can try opposite combinations, like big and fast or small and slow.
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- With one move and these two qualities, there are many possible variations.
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- Exhaust ideas with one move before switching to keep the practice engaging.
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---
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title: 20 Cuttin etiquette
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description:
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published: true
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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tags: Blues
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editor: markdown
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dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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---
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<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
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<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
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<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/20_Cuttin%20etiquette.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
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</div>
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</div>
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## FOCUS
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- This lesson covers the etiquette and key guidelines for 'cuttin' practice, focusing on respectful and effective dancing interactions.
|
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## TIP & TRICKS:
|
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- Avoid physical contact with your partner during the dance.
|
||||
- Maintain personal space and do not get too close to your partner's face.
|
||||
- Keep your clothes on and focus on dancing rather than showmanship.
|
||||
- Remember to pause and stop dancing at times to manage adrenaline.
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##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Physical contact is generally not allowed, with rare exceptions based on mutual comfort.
|
||||
- Respect your partner's space to allow both dancers to perform at their best.
|
||||
- The emphasis should be on good dancing, not on gimmicks or distractions.
|
||||
- In high-adrenaline situations, balance dancing with moments of stillness for better performance.
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---
|
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title: 21 Cuttin practice 1
|
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description:
|
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published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
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---
|
||||
|
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<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
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<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/21_Cuttin%20practice%201.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
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## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on a cutting practice battle where dancers progressively increase difficulty to outdo their partner, then reset with a new topic to build from an easy start.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Start with a simple step like a step touch or walk to ease into the practice.
|
||||
- Level up by adding layers, rhythms, or direction changes each time you enter.
|
||||
- Change the game or topic after reaching a natural end to reset difficulty.
|
||||
- Bring the difficulty back down when starting a new topic to allow progression.
|
||||
- Use techniques learned throughout the course to enhance your moves.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Progressively increase difficulty to challenge your partner in a battle format.
|
||||
- Reset with a new topic to maintain engagement and allow for growth.
|
||||
- Begin each new topic with an easy move to build momentum.
|
||||
- Incorporate varied elements like rhythm and direction to add complexity.
|
||||
- The goal is to one-up your partner until reaching a natural stopping point.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 21 Ways to Riff%3A Direction
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/21_Ways%20to%20Riff%253A%20Direction.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on maintaining a consistent direction of travel while varying other elements like moves or body parts, using direction as the primary inspiration for improvisation.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Keep the direction of travel constant when changing moves, such as traveling forwards or backwards on a line.
|
||||
- Use simple go-to moves for back traveling, like camel walk or fishtail, to avoid overcomplicating.
|
||||
- Experiment with rotation in place or while traveling to add variety without changing the overall direction.
|
||||
- Try one-sided variations of moves, such as a one-sided fishtail or grind, to explore different body parts.
|
||||
- Travel in a circle around the room to practice maintaining direction in a curved path.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- The key principle is to let the direction of travel inspire your choice of moves, keeping it consistent while other variables change.
|
||||
- Direction can include linear travel (forwards, backwards, side-to-side) or rotation, serving as the foundation for improvisation.
|
||||
- Simplify moves to focus on the direction, avoiding unnecessary complexity to enhance flow and creativity.
|
||||
- Use direction as a constraint to guide practice, helping to develop versatility within a structured framework.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 22 Guided practice 1
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/22_Guided%20practice%201.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on using attitude and eye contact to cut a partner in a dance battle, rather than technical difficulty.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Maintain strong eye contact with your partner.
|
||||
- Exude confidence through your body language.
|
||||
- Believe completely in whatever move you are performing.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Attitude is more important than technical skill in this practice.
|
||||
- Use your inner monologue to boost self-belief during the dance.
|
||||
- Focus on the emotional expression rather than comparing moves to your partner.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 25 Conclusion
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/25_Conclusion.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson concludes the riffing and cutting course by encouraging dancers to use these techniques as a journey for continuous improvement in solo dancing, emphasizing practice with others for inspiration and skill development.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Practice riffing and cutting with friends or groups on the social floor to improve skills.
|
||||
- Ask someone verbally to solo dance, riff, or cut if you know they can do it.
|
||||
- Use nonverbal cues like eye contact to initiate cutting when you sense mutual energy and enjoyment of the song.
|
||||
- Dance to different songs from the provided playlist to explore new rhythms and styles.
|
||||
- Incorporate these techniques into both social dancing and competitions to enhance creativity.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Riffing and cutting are not end goals but a continuous journey of improvement in dance.
|
||||
- Dancers of different skill levels can inspire each other by hearing music differently and being creative.
|
||||
- This practice helps build new ideas and inspiration, fostering growth in solo dancing.
|
||||
- It is rooted in black American culture and can enrich global dance scenes like blues.
|
||||
- Refer to the resources section for historical context and music recommendations to deepen understanding.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 25 Cuttin Recap & Practice
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/25_Cuttin%20Recap%20%26%20Practice.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson recaps key principles for cutting in dance, focusing on etiquette, adapting difficulty, and leveraging personal strengths, with a final guided practice to integrate all learned ideas.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Make an entrance and own your space without panicking.
|
||||
- Give your partner space and avoid getting too close.
|
||||
- Change the game when difficulty feels explored enough.
|
||||
- Copy your partner's moves if you anticipate them.
|
||||
- Lean into your strengths and favorite moves.
|
||||
- Use texturing that feels natural and matches the music.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Own your superpowers and identify what you're good at.
|
||||
- Don't overcomplicate moves to the point it stops being good dancing.
|
||||
- Cutting can vary by difficulty, attitude, or musicality.
|
||||
- Integrate all ideas from the riffing section in practice.
|
||||
- Etiquette is crucial for a respectful dance environment.
|
||||
- Adapt your approach based on the dance situation.
|
||||
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|
||||
---
|
||||
title: 2 Ways to Riff%3A The Move - Levels
|
||||
description:
|
||||
published: true
|
||||
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
tags: Blues
|
||||
editor: markdown
|
||||
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
|
||||
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
|
||||
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/riffin-and-cuttin/2_Ways%20to%20Riff%253A%20The%20Move%20-%20Levels.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
</div>
|
||||
|
||||
## FOCUS
|
||||
- This lesson focuses on adding level changes to dance movements, teaching techniques for going low and high with control to enhance riffing.
|
||||
## TIP & TRICKS:
|
||||
- Bend your knees to get low while thinking upward to stay buoyant and avoid collapsing.
|
||||
- Squeeze your butt and core muscles to make getting up from a low position easier.
|
||||
- Hinge from the hips to lower your spine while maintaining posture, not slumping from the shoulders.
|
||||
- Use your arms as wings starting from the center of your back to create height and upward energy.
|
||||
- Adjust your eye line and focus to enhance the perception of going higher or lower in your movements.
|
||||
|
||||
##REMEMBER
|
||||
- Level changes involve both physical positioning and attention to presentation, such as arm use and posture.
|
||||
- Think up to go down and press down to go up for smoother transitions between levels.
|
||||
- Maintain core support and a natural spine curve when hinging from the hips to avoid injury.
|
||||
- Incorporate level changes along with size and rhythm variations when practicing riffing for natural interaction.
|
||||
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