“How I learned to master the dance steps like a pro and to be the first in my class to seem like a natural”

Posted by: Jon on March 18, 2009 4:10pm

Hi, I am Jon, and I’m from San Francisco, CA. I wanted to share my dance experience success story with you. I’m just a regular guy who loves to dance, and who is now pretty darn good at it. But it wasn’t always like that. Learning to dance was a frustrating experience for me… But then I discovered a simple system that allowed me to learn many dance steps extremely fast, and extremely well. This was a system that worked better than anything else I had ever tried (and I tried a lot of things in my struggle to become a good dancer). When I first started, I was learning Salsa, but this system can work for any other dance. It’s really easy. And I hope that my story helps you become a better dancer than you ever thought possible.

When I was initially trying to learn how to dance, I began feeling frustration. I was unable to keep up with the lessons, unable to learn the dance steps, or even feel confident.

But about 10 weeks ago, I discovered this new system. A method that is easy and simple. A method that EVERYONE can follow… It was so obvious! And it was staring at me the whole time. This system is what gave me the ability to learn the dance steps in a fast, swift, and smoother manner. It made me feel like a natural.

By combining my dance lessons at the local studio with how-to dance videos, I learned that I could double, almost tripple, my dance progress & potential. Not only was learning easier, it came quicker, smoother, and more naturally. It felt like I already knew the dance steps before they were taught in class! By using some instructional dance videos from DanceCrazy and The DanceCrazy Dance Store I completely revolutionized the way I learned to dance…

It’s an obvious system. I’m sure I wasn’t the first to discover it. But I knew that I had to write about it. I knew I had to tell people. Because if you don’t combine instructional videos with dance classes, you’re sure to hinder your progress and potential!

So give it a try IMMEDIATELY. You will see the results.

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For example, in freestyle four, you learn backward inside and outside three turns. These are part of a serpentine ("S" shape) dance step that consists of three turn/mohawk combinations.

You are graded on how much control you have, and how big you make the turns. Of course, if you’re on a wrong edge in the dance step, you get taken off.

Then in FS5, you learn lots of fun things, like brackets. These are also in the dance step.

Basically, they are the ISI equivalent of moves in the field, testing your ability to control yourself.

I hope this helped!

p.s. sorry im not really good at describing it.

Ummm. I have no idea what your talking about but I think the Melbourne Shuffle is best.

Bounce-Timbaland

The Way I Are-Timbaland

Get Down [Busta Rhymes]
Midnight [Pitbull]
The Way I Are [Timbaland Feat. Keri Hilson]
We All Want the Same Thing [Kevin Michael]
Whenever There is You [Koop]
The Clapping Song (Clap Pat Clap Slap) [Shirley Ellis]
Bring Me Flowers [Hope Shorter]
Lights Off [Trick Daddy]
Bounce [Timbaland Feat. Missy Elliot, Dr. Dre, and Justin TImberlake]
Independent [Webbie Feat. Boosie]
No Te Veo (Remix) [Casa de Leones]
Everything I Can’t Have [Robin Thicke]
The Humpty Dance [Digital Underground]
Haterz Everywhere [B.o.B & Wes Fif]
Mmm… [Laura Izibor]
Work It [Pretty Ricky]
33. Money in the Bank [Swizz Beatz]
34. I’m a G [Yung Joc]
35. The Potion [Ludacris]
36. Slide N Crank [Kwame B. Holland]

Toddlers are notoriously difficult to buy for, especially little girls. If you have a toddler girl, you know that the most difficult part of finding a toy for your child is finding one that is age appropriate without being too babyish or too over her head. So to help you along the way, we have composed a list of our favorite toys that are the perfect mix of big kid imagination and little kid sensibility. You’re sure to find something for your little princess . . .

1.      Mrs. Goodbee Interactive Dollhouse

The Mrs. Goodbee Talking Dollhouse is imaginative and offers great curricular fun. This dollhouse is interactive, and is able to nurture and even encourage good positive behavior through playing with it each day. It allows your little one to learn as she grows . . . without even knowing it! The toy comes with over 400 different sounds, activities, songs and words.

2.      Fisher Price Kid Tough Digital Camera

Fret no more over hiding your camera out of tiny hands reach, when she gets her hands on this tough stuff camera she will be on the move and away from Mommy’s pricier version in no time flat. As the first preschool appropriate camera, the camera has easy-to-use format and simple buttons that even the youngest in your family can enjoy shooting and sharing pictures.

3.      Little Mommy Baby Knows Dolls

Ideal for the little princess in your family, the Baby Knows doll is just the gift for learning fun and pretend play. This baby knows all her ABCs and she wants to share it with your little one. She comes in a petite pink and blue outfit with blonde hair and pink bow and loves particularly to play guessing games.

4.      This is Serious Ming Ming

Straight from their TV flies their favorite super duck, This Is Serious Ming Ming the Duckling, to save the day! When her phone gives a ring, she answers with her best super pose and begins to dance and sing her famed song “This is Serious” in that delightfully, cute voice even we parents have come to know and adore. She will show the kids some of her adventures and even teach them her cute dance steps.

5.      Crayola Color Wonder Magic Light Brush

With Crayola’s Color Wonder Magic Light Brush, art time just got to be more fun . . . and much less messy. When your little Rembrandt simply dip the brush, the lighted tip will change color with each hue for a masterpiece which will only show up on the special Color Wonder paper, sparing Mommy’s prized white carpet! 

From dolls to art sets and many others in between, the best way to choose a Christmas gift for your toddler is by their age range. While an Easy Bake oven may be the first choice on their Christmas wish list, they may be quite frustrated when they are not permitted to bake by themselves. When you cannot simply say no to that sweet, innocent and adorable face . . . you can offer a simple compromise by letting your child assist in decorating the Christmas cookies for your Christmas party or buying a “cooking” play dough set that is more appropriate for her age.

For more great gift ideas for everyone on your nice list, visit us at http://www.gift-ideas-for-christmas.net , your one stop shop for all things holiday.

Paul Pang
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What was the answer that popped up in your mind when you read the title of this piece? was it aligned with the aforementioned negative re-curring anti-progression responses or was it a deep sigh embedded in a few minutes of silent thoughtful projection in to the future .You travelled through time and space, saw the possibility of dealing with the odds that have stood daringly in the face of the Industry’s advancement, and the injection of large doses of entertainment based, tested and proven multi progression vitamins formulae, discovered from product of years of research in to the Industry, then you declare that it’s possible !.

Whichever of the schools of thought you opt for, the truth still remains that Nollywood certainly has a lot of catching up to do in terms of  “quality” and not quantity productions.  Does Nollywood have a dream of soaring  its flag above others, putting Africa in the forefront of movie productions in the world? It is however vital, imperative, germane to understand why Hollywood and Bollywood have a great edge over  Nollywood.

It is on record that the first feature film under the Hollywood ambit was made in 1914 titled the “Squaw man”, ironically the significant year in the annals of our historical sojourn when the Northern and southern protectorates were amalgamated by Lord Lugard to birth the great nation “Nigeria”.

Over the years Hollywood has metamorphosed into a Multi billion dollar industry, arising mainly from well defined “functioning” structures on ground. The genres of movies on offer have blossomed from the usual stereotyped classes to an infusion of more liberal ones such as action, comedy, romance, thriller, sci-fiction, violence, adventure, crime, suspense, drama, family, musical, horror, fantasy, animation, mystery, film-noir. There’s certainly something for everyone, even children can indulge themselves in beautifully scripted and well executed animation flicks, re-living the numerous fairy tales that were once held bound within the pages of story books. Talking animals in flicks, a product of creativity e.g Cats and Dogs, Racing Stripes, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the witch and the wardrobe, have given viewers a memorable viewing experience.

Big players in the Industry own  studios with ‘back lot’ where movies are also shot, and use the synergies springing from their ownership of certain print and electronic media to consolidate on  their financial gains. Theatrical releases are considered sacred and apt, first en route to a box office hit with constant trailers having been regularly aired prior to the opening, with over 30,000 screens owned by functional theatre chains spread across USA.  Movie goers eager to see the hyped movies throng to the theatres to quench their movie thirst. The action translates in to millions of dollars for the movie makers, and also thanks to the well structured movie distribution system that ensures the legally hitch free access to these flicks.

The movies are also viewed in other continents, distributed to English speaking countries, dubbed with voice over by actors in the non-English speaking countries or simply subtitled.  Access to these movies for one’s viewing pleasure at home, months after the theatrical experience, comes through the purchase of DVDs, renting of same, and the legal broadcast of the movie on TV stations. Low budget movies are not left out of the picture as the DVDs are directly released to the public after production. Financial empowerment for making high budget films is sourced from banks, companies and wealthy investors who rely majorly on the track record of the producers, directors and cast, especially the popularity of those saddled with the responsibility of taking the lead roles.

Perhaps, what Hollywood has going for it, is the blend of spiced up advanced technology with a well crafted story, great cast resulting in A- rated quality movies. The modern high powered use of  “CGI” (computer generated imagery to create unimaginable superior special effects), visual effects, lovely cinematography, unbelievable stunts and scenes, use of 3D technology, clear audio void of sound interference and high quality output have certainly placed them well ahead of the pack. Top rated actors are highly paid  and smile to the banks with millions of dollars. The presence of the various well structured organizations on ground such as Writers Guild of America, Motion Pictures Editors Guild, Motion Picture Producers and Distribution of America, Motion Picture Sound Editors, Motion Picture Photographers Association, National Organization of Theatre Owners, America Cinema Editors, America Society of Cinematographers, Casting Society of America, Directors Guild of America, Producers Guild of America, have aided their dominance, and fostered unity amongst members of the same team.

It can take months, and even years, for proper planning, finance sourcing, and all the pre to post production stages of film production to be well executed, especially with the looming consequences that could befall a shambolic production. Hollywood doesn’t shoot movies in twelve days or less like their Nollywood counterpart.

The first movie in India was shown on July 7th 1896, but its Industry was birthed on May 3rd 1913, with “Raji Harischandra” , a silent feature film by Dadasaheb Phalke. Alam Ara broke the silent movie jinx in 1931 and with legends such as Dharmendra Singh Deol, Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini and a crop of fine actors including Jeetendra, the 60’s -80’s witnessed hits which reigned  such as Sholay, Amar Akbar Anthony, Johnny Mera Naam, Seta Aur Geeta, The Burning Train, Bobby, Kabhi Kabhi, Dharamveer, amongst others. They currently operate in the shadows of Hollywood in Nigeria.

Bollywood’s popularity has continued to soar higher, opening new market and doors of opportunities for it, which has translated into better quality productions causing a break from the usual stereo typed marriage norm stories, and boasting of good cinematography. Besides, the opening up of more Theatres in their country has enabled Box office hits to be recorded. A blend of Western dance styles with tech beats have been  infused in to their dance and millions of dollars (not rupee) are spent in making high budget films sourced from large studios and private distributors.

The realization and drive to be at par with their Hollywood counterpart in terms of special effects have seen experts in the requisite field from the USA being hired to actualize such, which has helped in opening up a wider range of genre of movies to be made. Shooting in other parts of the world such as Europe and other areas seems to be a norm making waves amongst the movie makers there, especially with the Box office hits recorded from shooting movies in that terrain.

Nollywood’s story is not unfamiliar to the Nigerian people, having sprouted its shoots in 1992, with the acclaimed movie “Living in Bondage”. However we ought not to forget that Nigerian films shot on celluloid had been in existence prior to this period. In an article i wrote titled “Nollywood: Origin and Unresolved problems”, i painstakingly gave a detailed account of how the Nigerian movie industry evolved from the Colonial era, through the “Golden years” into the Nollywood era and the many problems plaguing the Industry.

Financial and distribution problems, re-cycling of old faces, watershed plots, simulacrum of Hollywood movies, low audio and visual quality production, banal stories, high predictability rates, ear sore sound tracks, narrow genre of movies to choose from, and the conspicuous absence of grand special and visual effects, piracy, are some of the problems the Industry has been battling with to overcome.

A lot has to be done to restore the confidence of Nigerians in the Industry. We could go on and on, whine and complain about the set backs, inadequacies the industry faces, though solutions have been proffered by stakeholders and friends of Nollywood time and again. The question still remains whether practical steps have been taken to implement the well thought out strategies that would rectify the problems, fill the lacuna and set Nollywood on the right path to Glory ?

Nollywood still maintains a large percentage of their shibbolethian ideologies and has sailed on the High seas for too long, constantly being attacked by unrelenting pirates now and again. It’s time the Industry puts its house in order, disposes of prosaic movies and alters its course ably guided by the compass of cutting edge technology. There are new heights to attain, so Nollywood where do you stand?

So long… auggiepo@yahoo.com

Augusta okon

For most of us gamers, staying active is a distraction from the real important task – gaming. It can be really hard to motivate yourself to put down that controller and get moving. That’s why I’ve come up with 4 ways to add a dash of fitness to your gaming routine. Keep reading to learn how.

1. Opt for an “active” game. Almost every gaming console offers some type of active game – whether it’s wailing on a virtual guitar, following a series of intricate dance steps in a dance revolution, playing tennis with an imaginary racket, or singing your heart out at karaoke. So, if you’re looking to add a mini-workout to your gaming time, pick a game that’s going to get you out of the chair and moving.

2. Add some weights. Donning a pair of wrist weights before your next gaming marathon will build muscle, increase calorie burn, create resistance and, basically, pump you up. No, you’re not going to become a body builder, but you will see some definite tone and remember, muscle increases your sedentary calorie burn. So, the more muscle you build, the more fat you burn – even when you’re just sitting around.

3. Stand up. Alternate standing up and sitting down while you play. Beat a level? Play the next one standing up. While doing this, you’ll work different muscles, give your back a much needed break and, most importantly, get your butt out of that chair.

4. Nix the snacks. Banning snacks from your game area is probably the fastest and best way to shed a few pounds. Leave the soda, chips, and candy at the door and you’ll see miracles happen. Admittedly, this tactic may not be “fun” or “easy,” but it is a surefire way to ‘lighten your load.’ If you’re hung up on a snack habit, try replacing your fatty chips and sugary pop with plain popcorn and water or juice. Not only will you feel better, but you’ll also have more gaming energy.

5. Stretch It Out. Use level breaks and game loading times to do a little bit of stretching or squeeze in a mini-workout. After winning a race, take a second to stand up and move your legs and arms around. Shake it all out, get the blood moving, and you’ll feel a lot better. Also take that time to stretch out your arms and neck – which can both get very sore and cramped after a long gaming session. My favorite stretch is a ‘palm stretch’ – put your hands together (palm-to-palm) then turn them under so the inside of your wrists are about 15 cm below your chin. You’ll feel a nice stretch through your hands, wrists, and forearms.

These strategies aren’t going to turn you into a fitness nut and they’re not going to transform your body from flab to fab in just two weeks, but they will get your blood pumping and they will inject some much needed activity into your gaming lifestyle.

Gabriel Adams
http://www.articlesbase.com/computers-articles/maintaining-a-healthy-body-and-a-healthy-gaming-addiction-259273.html