Popping and Locking, Yes there is a Difference

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The dancerAlthough popping and locking may look like similar Hip Hop dance moves, they are actually two different types of movement. Both types of moves are popular to Hip Hop but popping forces parts of your body outwards, similar to an explosion within parts of your body, while locking is similar to contracting or tightening your body parts into certain positions. Popping also contracts muscles, but it is followed by relaxation that gives it the jerking appearance of popping. Popping can even be done at various intensity levels, with stronger popping using the upper and lower body at the same time.

On the other hand, locking can be identified by its distinctive stops. It is usually performed by stopping the fast movement that you are doing, locking your body into a position, holding it, and then continuing at the same speed as before. Even though popping and locking are two different types of movements, they are often combined together into Hip Hop routines. When combined in a dance, sequences of popping and locking blend together, which is why most people have a hard time identifying a move as popping or locking.

Do you need to improve upon your Hip Hop skills or want to start learning how to Hip Hop? Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona, offers Private Hip Hop Lessons and Group Hip Hop Dance Classes. Try out our Introductory Offer of $40 for 1 hour-long Private Hip Hop Dance Lessons. For more information about our Private Hip Hop Classes, please visit https://dancefxstudios.com/hip-hop-dance-classes-near-tempe-az/

If you rather bring a buddy or learn with a group of friends, try out our Group Hip Hop Dance Classes. For just $50 you get four weeks of Hip Hop Classes. Each class is 1 hour long for four consecutive weeks. More information about our Group Hip Hop Dance Lessons can be found at  https://dancefxstudios.com/dance-classes-mesa-arizona/ .

Learn a Body Roll

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One of Hip Hop’s basic dance moves is the body roll. If you haven’t seen it, but surely you have, it is where the dancers uses individual movements of body parts to create a very fluid and snake-like movement throughout their body. There is not one specific way to start the body roll or which direction to roll, as there are many. For example, you can roll head down, feet up, roll forwards, or even roll sideways.

The key to this movement is going to be fluidity and being relaxed while executing it. You may find it hard to be able to control each individual body part at first, but over time and with much practice you are sure to conquer this move.

To start you should have a good base with your feet about shoulder width apart and bent at the knees, almost like a squat position. Keep your hips and shoulders back and be conscious of all body parts. Begin the roll by pushing your feet forward towards the tips of your toes; your heels should be off the ground. Next roll up through to your knees. Push them forward. Followed by your knees, you should push your hips forward. Then you are going to start rolling your chest out a bit while pushing your knees back slightly. Follow that with popping out the chest and shoulders lastly.

Once you get the basic idea and flow to the body roll, you just need to practice it more until it becomes one fluid movement. You can also take a Hip Hop dance class to learn moves like the body roll with an instructor who can help you with specific issues you may be having.

Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona, offers Private Hip Hop Dance Lessons and Group Hip Hop Dance Lessons. If you are interested in Private Lessons, try our Introductory Offer of $40 for 2 thirty-minute, or 1 hour-long, Private Hip Hop Dance Lessons. For more information about Private Hip Hop Dance Classes, please visit https://dancefxstudios.com/hip-hop-dance-classes-near-tempe-az/

If you would rather take Group Hip Hop Dance Lessons, they start up again on April 4th and last for four consecutive weeks. These hour-long group classes are an hour each class and will build upon the previous week’s class. More information about Group Hip Hop Dance Lessons can be found at https://dancefxstudios.com/dance-classes-mesa-arizona/ .

Hip Hop Grannies Inspire Others

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hip hop mesa azIf you like listening to Hip Hop music but do not know how to dance to it, maybe you should take a Hip Hop dance class. Do not use the excuse that you are too old to learn how to Hip Hop dance either. Do you remember back in 2008 when NBC news featured a group of Hip Hop dancers in China? If not, this group was named “Hip Hop Grannies” and a 70 year-old Chinese woman started it. Other women in this group claim they receive a lot of energy when dancing the Hip Hop style, even at their age. The Hip Hop Grannies group is truly an inspiration to everyone and hopefully gives you the motivation to start dancing today.

When you take up Hip Hop dancing, you may not only get more energy like the Hip Hop Grannies, but you can also receive a great cardio workout. In addition, the dynamic and high impact dance moves can also help to improve bone density, muscle and strength training of the legs, hips, and core, and flexibility of muscles. This makes it a great alternative to running, climbing stairs, or using an elliptical.

Despite the great health benefits, Hip Hop dancing can also help you with your confidence. Improvements in your balance, coordination, and movements that come from Hip Hop dancing can leave you feeling better about yourself and your abilities, thus boosting your confidence. So what are you waiting for, go out and challenge yourself today with some fun and exciting Hip Hop classes!

Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona, offers Group Hip Hop Lessons and Private Hip Hop Lessons. Group Dance Classes are 1 hour long each week, for four consecutive weeks. The next Hip Hop Group Lessons start on April 4th at 8 pm. They will be every Wednesday and build upon the previous class’ material. Group Hip Hop information can be found at https://dancefxstudios.com/dance-classes-mesa-arizona/

 

For a more intimate session, try our Private Hip Hop Lessons. Our Introductory Offer consists of 2 thirty-minute, or 1 hour-long, private Hip Hop Lesson. For further details please go to https://dancefxstudios.com/dance-lessons-mesa-arizona/