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Can I self teach myself dancing?

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Marilin Karst is a Fitness Choreographer, Health and Fitness Coach, and the Co-Owner of Fiesta Fit Sisters. With nearly 15 years of experience, she specializes in wellness coaching and fitness instruction. She studied fitness, nutrition, and leadership at the Instituto Peruano Del Deporte. Marilin is certified by the American Council on Exercise as both a Health Coach and a Personal Fitness Trainer-Health Fitness Instructor. She’s also certified to teach Zumba Basic, Zumba Toning, and Zumba Kids.

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Sure! Get yourself a good playlist with music that pumps you up and gets you kind of moving. Start simple by just feeling the music, but know that you can get more into detail, counting the beats and having a step that has a count that repeats four times. Start by moving your lower body, if you don't have much experience, and then add movements of your upper body. That way, it's not confusing.

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How can my group do a performance without any stage or a show?

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Do a performance in any public space, like a park.

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What can you do if the crew members have different dance forms?

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You could combine the different styles into a cool mash-up. People with different backgrounds are also useful in helping others learn new styles.

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How do I dance with neck pain, and without breaking my neck?

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You need to make precautions such as telling your teacher about your neck pain. Don't whip your head around too fast and observe safe dancing procedures at all times.

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If we do well in a dance group, will we be able to be in a final where people can watch us?

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Yes. There are several competitions for which you could sign up your group, and you will compete. You also could create your own showcase. Invite family and friends, but make sure you have a good place.

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How do I create a dance group at a young age?

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Talk to your classmates about starting a group and enlist the help of a teacher or coach at your school.

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What are the necessary requirements to be a dance teacher and choreographer?

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You will need some form of training in order to understand all of the dance techniques. Formal schooling is not required if you have plenty of dance experience.

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Do I need to have a permit to start a dance team?

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It depends on where you're starting the dance team and what you mean by "permit." You need permission if you are doing it with your school. If you are creating on your own, then you need to have a place for people to practice, which may or may not require some kind of contract or permit. In general though, no, you don't need an official permit to start a dance team.

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How do I get permission to use a classroom at my school to practice?

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Just request a meeting with your principal from the assistant, then explain what you're doing and ask if an empty classroom (or other area) can be used.

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Can I make a solo dance group?

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If you mean a group of solo dancers, yes.

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Would I be able to get permission to use my school's gym or track field to practice?

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All you can do is ask! Every school is different, and you would definitely have to be respectful of their pre-existing schedule.

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What do I do if I've invited people to my dance group and they don't show up?

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Keep asking people you know who are serious and want to be in there. Hold an audition for everybody and do not pick favorites at all. If you are serious, you cannot choose favs, or you'll lose participants.

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Where/how can I find people who dance to create a dance group?

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Find neighbors, friends, people from nearby classes, and ask around if people would be interested. Make attractive posters to help.

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