In spite of the fact that pair dances are executed together, at the initial stage it is possible to study independently. Thus, it is possible to learn many basic elements, to comprehend the principles of creation of movements and actions.
Instruction
1. Begin training in basic elements – steps, turns and spins. This stage can be passed also without partner. For studying more difficult elements will be not to do without couple. Treat such elements: interchanging of positions, synchronous movements, supports. Supports it is better to study "from top to down" - at first lower, then averages and at the end – top, the most difficult.
2. Pay attention to clothes and footwear. The clothes can be any if doesn't hold down movements. Footwear for beginners it is desirable soft or sports which should be replaced further with shoes on heels or special footwear. Subsequently, if desired to participate in competitions, it is necessary to be spent for concert suits and professional footwear. For beginners it is recommended to put on, whenever possible, more elegantly. It will give positive emotions during the occupation and will brighten up awkwardness of movements.
3. It is possible to learn dance at home by means of videocourses and the training movies. If there is no partner, go to study to club or dancing studio. In these institutions many persons interested to learn to dance gather and it is possible to get acquainted with many people. To choose good club or school you resemble the first occupations in 3-5 different institutions. As a rule, the first lessons give to beginners free of charge.
4. In dance it is very important to possess feeling of the rhythm and hearing. Even if there are no these qualities – don't despair. In the course of training in modern dances these skills are gradually gained. Though pace of training will be more slowly usual.
5. Don't trust various advertizing statements promising to teach to dance in 2-3 months. Usually during this time basic elements and simple movements accustom. The quality of their performance by beginners leaves much to be desired therefore it is better not to brag of achievements to acquaintances. By the way, girls study dances much quicker than guys. To young people, to learn not bad it is necessary to dance not less than 7-8 months. That in the year to begin to dance at very good level, two occupations for 1.5 hours a week insufficiently. It is necessary to be engaged for 3 hours not less than 3 times a week.
6. The usual average school has the teachers with low level who weren't participating in serious competitions. It is enough to learn at them everything that they can. To reach professional level, it is necessary to visit the strong teacher. But occupations with it will be so expensive that sense to look for the good coach is only in case the purpose – participation in the competition.