Hot Hip Hop How-Tos
How To: Do the kick ball change hip-hop dance step
The kick ball change is a step found in almost all forms of dancing, from ballet to tap to hip-hop. A kick ball change consists of three kicksteps and a ball change. That is, you kick your foot once and step forward, putting your foot down. Kick with the other foot and step your foot down. Switch to the other foot and kick, then step your foot down. Your other foot should be behind you a bit - you tap the ball of that foot on the ground, then tap the ball of your other foot (so you're "changi...
How To: Do the Soulja Boy hip hop cranking move
When rap sensation Soulja Boy came out with his namesake hit "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" in 2007 you could walk past a single neighborhood block without witnesses at least one kid out in his driveway practicing the arm swishes and leg pops.
How To: Crip Walk for beginners
Check out this instructional dance video that demonstrates how to crip walk for beginners. Learn all the basic moves from this c-walk tutorial like the V, the shuffle kick, the shuffle hop, and the inverted heel toe. Practice your dance skills and start c-walking like a pro in no time.
How To: Do the Hustle "Wobble" dance step by step
As strange as it may seem, the Hustle "Wobble" is actually a form of line dancing. But rather than tossing your cowboy hat on and your boots for an old West rendition of the Cowboy Boogie, the Hustle Wobble is more about shakin' what your mama gave you and getting down with your bad self.
How To: Do easy break dancing moves
Looking to break into the break dancing world? In this video, learn some easy moves in break dancing with start with top rock basics, such as stepping out with the right foot, crossing the arms, crossing the left foot in front and opening the arms. Add flair to these dance floor friendly moves, with help from this free lesson.
How To: Dance the 2 Step
Learn how to do the Two Step dance. Make sure your feet are lined up (try to stay on your heel and toe to make it look better).
How To: Jerk (dance) - The "ReJect"
Curious how to Jerk dance? Team ExClu$!v3 is here to show us all we need to know in the world of jerk dancing. Instructors Michaelangelo and Donatello take us step by step through a move called "the ReJect" making it look easy, but don't get fooled! The ReJect is quite difficult and is in actuality, a highly technical move... So be sure to watch closely and don't be afraid to rewind and re-watch until you have it down smooth!
How To: Jerk (dance) - "The Pindrop / Baydip"
How do you do that "thingy" on the dance floor where you fake drop on your knee and look cool? For those of us who wonder what it takes to bust a move, we luckily have Team ExClu$!v3 tutorials on how to Jerk dance. In this jerk dance instructional video, Team Exclusive give foot by foot instructions on how to do the "Pindrop", other times known as the "Baydip". This is an advanced jerkin' move, so be careful... You may break something!
Do the C-Walk dance move: the V Stepback
The C-Walk, AKA Crip Walk, originated in LA's Compton in the 70's. It is a hip hop dance started by the Crips gang. Originally meant to be a walk, not a dance, it was a way to identify whether you were a Crip. Watch this instructional video to learn how to do the V stepback, a vital move in variations and transitions.
How To: Do the "Rock Step" with a partner
Check out this instructional hip hop video to learn how to do a "Rock Step" with a partner. It's like a crunch, so keep your knees bent. Learn this basic step and how to make it funky! Chihoe "Groove" Szeto teaches you popular, fun dance moves step by step in these tutorial videos. Remember to have fun and practice your dance skills with this hip hop tutorial video.
How To: Rock the cock, pussy pop
Check out this instructional hip hop video to learn how to rock the cock, or pussy pop (one or the other, you choose). Learn how to get nasty on the floor. Chihoe "Groove" Szeto teaches you popular, fun dance moves step by step in these tutorial videos. Remember to put some stank on it and practice your dance skills with this hip hop tutorial video.
How To: Perform the dance move "the Dip"
Check out this instructional dance video to learn how to do "The Dip". Learn this smooth move to rock in the clubs or at parties. This is a prerequisite for one of the types of freak dancing. Chihoe "Groove" Szeto teaches you popular, fun dance moves step by step in these tutorial videos. Remember to have fun and practice your hip hop skills with this tutorial video.
Dancehall Lesson: How to Dance the Nuh Linga
Free online dancehall step tutorials every wednesday at 10am for the entire summer! Learn your favorite dancehall steps in the privacy of your own home! This one covers the Nuh Linga steps.
How To: Do the Wobble soul line dance
While we admit the Wobble isn't the most sophisticated name for a dance, in practice its actually very sexy and infinitely bootylicious. If you've ever seen a Beyonce music video - or really any R&B/hip hop video with girls in booty shorts and low-cut tank tops - then you've witnessed the glory of the Wobble. Part Hustle and part gyrating, this dance will not only make you look like a goddess, but will also help sculpt your midsection and lower body into tightened perfection.
How To: Dance the twerk your booty dance
Learn how to twerk your booty! This is a great video that shows you exactly how you can execute a picture perfect booty twerk. You'll rule the scene the next time you go out dancing with your friends, just master these easy and basic moves in no time at all!
How To: Complete a beginner hip hop toe spin combo
Want to look effortlessly cool? Well, then you're ironically going to have to put a lot of effort into practicing your breakdance and/or hip hop moves.
How To: Do a fancy hip hop hat trick dance move
You know how Justin Timberlake gets the ladies? Well, other than the fact that he's a majorly hot musician, the guy's got smooth moves. From Michael Jackson-inspired foot glides to spins and even hat tricks, the dude's got an arsenal of impressive hip hop moves.
How To: Complete a series of hip hop hat tricks
If you're looking for outdated magician's hat tricks then you've come to the wrong place. But if you're looking for a way to move like a smooth criminal and impress the ladies, then you've just met your guide to your next date.
How To: Do a hip hop knee spin dance move
Want to turn your blah breakdance routine into a stunning, pro-level flip fest? Then take a look at this breakdancing video to learn how to do a hip hop knee spin. This knee spin can be incorporated into your breakdancing for an extra special twist that will definitely leave an impression.
How To: Complete a tutting combo with popping
Need a few cool moves to show off the next time you're trying to impress the ladies at a club? Then check out this helpful video to learn a sequence of tutting moves (a type of street dance that emphasizes right angles) and popping.
How To: Do the dance from the music video for the G-DRAGON song "Heartbreaker"
G-DRAGON is one of the biggest names in K-pop, and like many K-pop stars of late is an absolutely phenomenal dancer. Watch this video to learn all of the steps to the dance from his music video for the song "Heartbreaker".
How To: Improve your tutting street dancing with four tips
Tutting is basically the human body's way of trying to become a square. Or a triangle. Or a rectangle. That's because tutting is a type of street dancing that involves moving the body to create geometric positions, usually with right angles.
How To: Do Beyonce's signature booty shake step by step
Want to learn a sexy dance move that'll impress at the club but is also super easy to learn? Then check out this dance tutorial to learn how to do the booty shake, AKA Beyonce's signature/go-to dance move that involves popping your booty in and out while holding your arms bent at the elbows and pumping.
How To: Do the Usher-inspired Hip Hop Stomp
These days we're used to triple threat stars who, for instance, act, dance, and sing. But stars that excell at all three are as difficult to find as a needle in a haystack.
How To: Do the Hustle '70s John Travolta dance move
There are few things we'd like to bring back from the '70s: After all, living through super flared bell bottoms, afros bigger than our body, and peace sign shades once was enough. Though we're glad the trendy style of the '70s has faded like yesterday's news, we do love pulling out our Disco Era dance moves.
How To: Do the funky body wave hip hop dance move
The body wave is a very simple move to understand and a great move to learn if you're just starting to take hip hop dancing lessons. The move involves moving the body like a wave, rolling smoothly from the head, neck, and butt.
How To: Do Beyonce's crunk hip hop dance move
If you've watched any of Beyonce's music videos, then you know the girl likes shaking her ample bootay. A move she's done in several videos is the crunk, which is a basic thrusting of the pelvis with the knees bent and the arms bent inwards at the elbows.
How To: Tut more creatively and transition between moves more smoothly
Tutting has taken the art of walking like an Egyptian to a whole new level. If you've already got some basic moves down and you're looking to improve the creativity and smoothness of your tutting, check this video out. It offers tips on positions, transitions, and improving you style to make your tuts more epic than ever before.
How To: Master the basics of finger tutting, including tracing and starting positions
It's hard to start learning a new style of dance without someone to show you how the basic steps work. If you like finger tutting and need some help with the basics, this video is here for you. It will teach you all about tracing, starting hand positions, and other basic finger tutting techniques.
How To: Do a cool advanced tutting combo
The variety of tutting combos you can learn and create is limited only by your creativity. If you've already got some good moves and you're looking for an advanced combo to add to your repertoire, watch this video. It will teach you step-by-step how to do a really hot tutting combo.
How To: Do a Vglide or ticking float hip-hop dance move
C-walking and ticking are great ways to lead into a breakdance or just get down with your bad self, and there are always new steps to add to your walk. This video will show you how to do a Vglide or ticking float (there seems to be some disagreement on the title).
How To: Glide as part of your hip-hop dancing
Michael Jackson showed the world just how cool it was to slide across the floor as part of your dancing, and the world will never be the same. Glides and gliding are a ubiquitous part of hip-hop dance now, and are a great move to add to your arsenal. This two-part video will teach you the basics of gliding, but you won't be at MJ level quite yet. If you are, please make a how-to video of how you do it.
How To: Do arm combos as part of your tutting and hip-hop dance
Tutting is one of the most fun styles of hip-hop dance, and the lack of major leg movements means you can do it even in limited space or with limited coordination. This video will show you how to do a couple of really cool tutting combos that will win you battles and earn you mad respect on the dancefloor.
How To: Glide as part of your hip-hop dance
Gliding is one of the most important parts of hip-hop dance. It basically means sliding around the dance floor in a rhythmic, stylish way, and this video will show you how to do it like a pro. You don't have to be advanced already, it breaks it down real slow so you can make sure you learn the move properly and then dance you butt off!
How To: Do basic krump moves, including stomps, arm swings, and buck ups
Krump is one of the most unconventional hip-hop dances, and there is a special emphasis on achieving a nasty sort of style while you're doing it. This video will teach you the basics of krumping, including stomps, arm swings, and buck ups. It also offers tips on achieving that nasty attitude you're going for when you krump.
How To: Tut and use the basics of tutting in your rave dance
Tutting is one of the most versatile types of popping, and has become popular in the rave community because it's emphasis on hand and finger moves translates well to light shows. This video is a basic tutting tutorial for ravers to get acquainted with the theory of tutting and some basic moves to get started.
How To: Do a body wave as part of your popping or other hip-hop dancing
The body wave has been around since the 1980's, and along with the arm wave forms the basis for all of popping and it's child-styles. You basically have to learn how to a body wave to hip-hop dance, and this video will help you do just that. It explains in great detail how to body wave like a pro.
How To: Add head isolation moves to your hip-hop dance skills
Head isolations are a type of hip-hop moves where the head moves separately from the body or vice versa, which is central to many popular types of dancing including popping and tutting. This pair of videos offers great step-by-step instructions on how to do different types of head isolations and incorporate them into your dance combos.
How To: Add a cool tutting combo to add to your collection of dance moves
Tutting is one of the easiest and most stylish variations of popping, and it can make nearly any hip-hop dance routine more interesting. This video will teach you one cool tutting combo with great step-by-step instructions so that you can add it to your repertoire and use it to run people off the dancefloor.
How To: Add this cool tutting combo to your dance move repertoire
Tutting is a popular type of popping focused on 90 degree hand movements inspired by depictions of King Tut. This video will show you how to do one very cool tutting combo step-by-step, giving you another piece that you can use to build your tutting routines and kill the dancefloor