Mama! this is whats wrong with you MUSIC is ABOUT rythym . . you have a bit . . RYTHYM is a SOUL thing . . let go of what you think anyoone is thinking abou you and let the musiic dictate yor actions, rythym is spiritual, when you are teaching these simple moves as a shool lesson takes away from the freedom of DANCE . dance IS freedom! European dance styles are NOT naturally rythmic despite much of our bodys sytems exist on a rythym, heart and respitory, deven sleep patterns are naturally on a rythym, that telss meyour minds are preocupied with an unatural source of overly preocupation with self, that cnnot let free what our bosies do naturally, . . there was an american song i heard as a kid that said LET THE MUSIC TAKE CONTROL the beat goes round and round and up and down . . dont be so controlled, LET THE MUSIC AND THE BEAT DIRECT YOU! . Dance is SPIRITUAL, inate and its own language, let DANCE teach you its language! If more people danced the world would be amuch better place. Dance is LOVE!!!
52 here and the same. Not sure how I feel about the title of this video that makes it seem like a 40 y/o or 50 year old dont know how to move anymore just because we are no longer 20. I personally feel its a little judgemental. Everyone I know my age still knows how to dance. I mean, its not like we're sitting in rocking chairs at 40 and 50 or that somehow after your 39th birthday you suddenly are an embarassment? What the actual f***?
@@sonjaevans3858 Right? I think this is a video for people who don't know how to dance at any age. Age has nothing to do with it. If you're a good dancer in your 20s you will still be a good dancer in your 50s.
I love this video. I experienced a very traumatic event when I was in the 9th grade😂went to a dance at the high school gymnasium. A boy asked me to dance. I went on the floor and was enjoying myself but was soon encircled by a group of girls that always bullied me. They were mimicking my dancing and looking ridiculous. I was humiliated and to this day have never enjoyed dancing again. I am now 65. Thank you for giving me confidence to possibly try again❤️
Hi, Leslie! As you like to dance, you can dance my choreographies of joyful and lively Brazilian songs. All my choreographies have their own step-by-step tutorial so you can learn them. Welcome and enjoy the samba! 🥳🥳 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
I understand, Leslie! My wonderful, caring, devoted husband was a fabulous dancer but I was embarrassed to get up on the floor with him because I was self-conscious, and I've regretted it ever since that I spent my life not dancing. Let's do this..we owe it to ourselves!
I am sorry you had to go through that. Bullies are the worst; they have no reason to feel good about themselves, and are too lazy or unimaginative to improve themselves, so all they have left is putting others down. I'm glad this video gave you more confidence, and I hope you enjoy dancing again even if it's just around the living room.
oh my, I'm 71 and went to so many dance classes for the east coast swing etc etc and just bombed, I actually have no rhythm. I think I can do this. I just want to have fun and not enter a contest.
I'm 58 and just started dancing a few months ago. I've never liked being the center of attention, so I've always just sat out or if I did participate I'd just weave and bob. This all changed several months ago when my husband, who's a dancing machine and I, along with a group of friends and family went to a local music concert. I don't know what was different about that evening, but I took a deep breath, put my arms in the air and let my body feel the music. My husband was flabbergasted, our family and friends were so happily surprised and I felt amazingly free! It was a big life moment, which I never anticipated, but for which I'm so grateful. I am now side by side with my husband and friends enjoying each beat to its fullest. We're never too old to grow, dance and throw caution to the wind! 😉
I am nearly 70 and my mother-in-law is in her 80s and we just had a blast watching and practicing this. So fun! Thank you for breaking dancing down to something possible and cool. I'm still in my 20's at heart.
I've been a dancer all my 60+ years (Modern, Disco, Club, African, Street Style, etc.) and these are VERY VERY GOOD Tips!!! ANYONE can do these moves, and they are simple enough to remember. Very well explained and demonstrated. Excellent video!
Hi, Hollyrae! As you like to dance, you can dance my choreographies of joyful and lively Brazilian songs. All my choreographies have their own step-by-step tutorial so you can learn them. Welcome and enjoy the samba! 🥳🥳 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
I think it may be sad for some people and unnecessary for others but this lady took her time to make this video for those who want to learn. Some people really don't know how to move when dancing. A little respect please.
What's funny is when most people try to teach dancing, they say "listen to the beat and move to it", which is the obvious part - what's difficult is how to move. It's like if someone wanted to write a novel and you told them "start at the top of the page and put the words from left to right". :D
First she should show respect herself with the way she titles this tutorial. If you can't dance at this age, you also couldn't dance at a younger age. So let the title just be "trouble with dancing? Let me try help to teach you!" Then there is respect and it's a tutorial for everyone who has trouble finding the rhythm.
How about in my 70th? I am in. I use to dance a lot, stop all together. Now I feel I miss it. My daughter is getting married and I don’t want to look silly on the dance floor. Keep it up, we need you. Thanks
haha yep same here, I think the algorithm has guessed my age by suggesting this but has to be said I certainly do NOT need tips on the dancefloor thats for sure UA-cam algo take note! I would say anyone that truly loves music...feels it. Dancing follows that feeling if you can allow yourself to let go and express yourself. Or you can follow tutorials, either way see you all on the dance floor, Ill be the one going wild.
I’m 34 and I don’t dance. I have been learning Contemporary Dance since last year and I have danced in our dance recitals, but I’m too shy and don’t know how to move my body in social events like weddings, so thank you so much for this video. Here you have a new subscriber from México.
I know that feeling! 57years old at a Rolling Stones Concert in Perth, my friend and I couldn’t walk for days but sooo worth it. I’d forgotten what joy it was to dance until that night
Oh yes there is. Believe me, I have been so shocked that I have stopped dancing and just stared. The men in my family only hustle, and Detroit Ballroom, and the Detroit Bop. I have seen convulsing on the dance floor😂😂.
I’m now a senior but danced all the time in my youth and middle age (slow dancing, jive, swing, etc). As time went by, sadly, the opportunities to dance became less. However, grandchildren are getting married and I want to be “cool” and learn these new steps. I came upon this channel quite by accident but have to say a big “thank you”. You are a splendid teacher and make it look easy! 👍
I have an oversized mirror in the corner of my dining area, it's my dance buddy... whenever I hear a radio song that catches my attention I get up and dance with my buddy 😅... without the mirror it's way less fun.
Almost 70 and you have reignited my passion in dancing - even if only in the “safety” of my kitchen, lol! Thank you for all your teachings and encouragement!
I have loved club dancing since I was 15 and always danced my heart out and for hours and hours at a time. So. Much! FUN! Now, I can't believe that I could actually be 51, and nothing about that has changed. My hubby and kids remark that I can't help but dance when I hear good music! This is good advice for beginners!
I think you could be my twin. Will, I’m 58. My hands days he always knows when I’m a bit then because there is no dancing. When I’m upbeat ( how apt), when the music starts to play I just have to move to it. If we are in a public place and a song that I like comes on I find bits of dancing leaks out of me. I just can’t help it. I was often the only one on the dance floor.
Silly to whom? Noone under 65 is watching you. You are old. Sorry, but it's true you know how invisible we are. . Do your best disco moves and enjoy yourself!
It's hard to get rid of those moves we had from the 60's and 70's. Now I do feel silly dancing at 76. So, this video helps me get my confidence back. thanks
Hi there, I should have seen this video 30 years ago! I am not going to any social events where we dance anymore. I still enjoyed it and it was interesting and I have learnt the 4 moves and I am grateful to you, it was really effortless. It de-mistified dance which always frightened me.
Yes, the snare tip helped more than anything! Sometimes I get confused and distracted by the proper beat to follow. I’m in my mid 40s and I love your videos.
I’m 50 yrs old. Love dancing with myself in the bathroom. Love trying new things. Not a dancer 💃🏻 but absolutely LOVE dancing!! Walk-dance videos are a great workout too. Thanks for sharing
I love your videos. I am 60 and 2024 is the year I am going to learn to dance well enough I can do it well enough to do it in public! I am going to surprise my spouse on a cruise and bust out these moves ! I love how you break down the moves to simple steps. I am very graceful with my upper body, but my lower body has a mind of its own! So I end up looking disconnected and stiff when I dance. Thank you!
I danced all my life (not professionally) and was complimented for it. Why should I change that only because I reached a certain age? I can't help but as soon as I hear music I start to move. Even in the supermarket. 😂 Some months ago a young woman next to me at bus stop had her headphones on and danced. I asked if she minded to share her music? She didn't and it was Shakira "Whenever, whereever". That song came out when I was about her age and I loved to rock the dancefloor to it. I told her that, and she was amazed that we shared the same love. She asked me to show her some moves from back then. I did, and adopted hers, too. We had a nice little dance gathering at that bus stop. 😊
Thank you for this video! I danced very well at young age, but now when I'm almost 50 my brain usually says 'Oh, you can easily do this cool dance, you've already done it before!' and then my body says 'Oh no, not anymore!' These easy movements are just great to start with.
Oh I love to dance. I literally will go in my room turn on the music and have my own dance party. My husband I used to go all the time dancing but he is pancreatic cancer so we’re putting it on hold for a while dancing makes everything feel good. Thank you for your tutorials. Awesome
im 45...and for all whom saying ( age doesn't matter) it does matter specially in some events where i don't know most of the guests. so thanks for this video 👏🏽
What does not knowing the guests have to do with age? If you think age matters when it comes to moving your body and feeling good, that’s your limitation. Please don’t project that on to everyone else.
I agree! i love dancing, and if anyone wants to think I look "embarrassing", tough! I am 75, so I can dance as I like! Life is short: stop worrying what others may think, and just go with the beat. Any young folk who might find you "funny", will also one day be 75 - if they are lucky enough!
If the dancing is at least funny and he or she nows that but still dances, than have no fears, it is good for the group atmosfeer! But seeining people dancing al stiff and not moving to the rithem that's almost painfull to watch...
10:16 - I didn't know that simple and subtle movements like these could produce such a visually beautiful and even sensual effect. Thank you very much for teaching so well.
Lol,Dance how you feel,like no ones watching,feel the music,move to it with joy...dont be enbarrased..... thise whom judge are probebly just wishing they had the guts ti do the same 😊just relax and be yourself. That being said,no harm in learning new moves to bust a move😂 am well over 50,there are admittedly times when I can pay fir it later,but it makes me feel good,so worth it.thanks😊
Yes, I am 67 and my man is 68. We love to dance. I'm having some tightness in my legs so I am trying to tone it down a little. I love the hip dip - learned it in the late sixties so I do a double bump out.
Im in my 50's. Everyone thinks I'm a Zumba instructor and although ive contemplated taking the course, I feel anyone has rhythm, you just have to feel it in your heart ❤️
That's not true. Rhythm is inherited. Science has proven there are 62 genes responsible for the human sense of rhythm. The more of them you, have the more rhythmic you are. I am a Dance Instructor and I assure you, some people are rhythm deaf.
72 and I love to dance. I’ve never been able to slow dance… I’m a Leo and always wanted to lead! 🤣 Couldn’t master the Mashed Potato or The Frug either, but “get back Loretta” and watch me Twist! On fire! Lol. You’re amazingly talented and a gifted teacher. Thank you!!
I’m 56yo, and I dance like I’m still in my 20’s!! Slow & Sultry. Flat out SEXY. Disco moves. Pop moves. Rock moves. Hip-Hop. Country……I dance to the genre and ENERGY, of the music, to a specific guy, before “moving on” to another, 🤭 and will even “mix things up” for more “fun & flair!! I don’t give a crap what other’s think!! 🤣 My husband LOVES TO WATCH ME DANCE!!!! (I’ve been told he can’t keep his “eyes off of me”.) I’m ALWAYS ASKED IF I’M A “DANCER”!! NOBODY BELIEVES I’M SELF-TAUGHT!!!! 😈 LOVE your tutorials!!!! I learn new things EVERY TIME!! Love to you, Monika!!!! ✌🏻❤️
Well yes girl I’m 56 too also don’t give a shit and will dance anywhere with anyone. I love it. It’s so liberating when you quit caring and just do it.
Yes!!! Thank you for the tutorials... I am a 52-year-old woman and do not know how to dance but have always wanted to. I am athletic and have the build for it and will begin my journey of dance with your assistance thank you!
I am 54 and love dancing!! I don’t get off the dance floor.. when I got married I danced from the opening dance to the very last dance without stopping!! 😅 people still talk about it today. I got married in 1996. I also don’t mind dancing on my own at all.. but my teenage kids have made me so self conscious over the years 😢 and I have kinda lost my mojo So I really needed this video! Thank you 🙏🏼
My mum is 90. She dances at every event where there’s dancing. She moves her feet and hips already but I might show this to her as well. Great exercise too!
I was a professional dancer for years and this woman is spot in with her subdued, simple moves that are really what modern dancing is about. Sticking to her basics and elaborating on them when you feel more confident is The best way I know to look cool and sexy without being ostentatious and looking show offy. Always look relaxed and casual.
I’m in my sixties and dance every day, however I want to dance! It’s the best feeling ever releasing all those endorphins and keeping you physically fit as well
I’m so glad to have found this! I’m 66 and have never really danced, but I want to find the courage to do it. I’m guilty of being the person who is dragged out onto the dance floor and then just froze! I know that I looked ridiculous. I’ve looked at other “how to dance for beginners” videos, and the moves that the dancers made were completely out of the realm of what I could do-like moves for fit young people. This is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you!
54. Always danced. I attend a lot of events. Here to add on to I what I already do. Your movement tips help me when it gets too crowed on the dance floor or the venue doesn’t have a large enough dance space. The 40 something usually are dancing with a drink in their hand, some careless to others space or are group dancing, some free hippie dancing (popular here in Northern California). Keep up the great videos…I’m watching and working those moves! Thanks
I am 52 and dancing every day 5am. I love k pop mirrored dancing. I am not interested in showing my dance to anyone but it is so addictive and can't live without it.
A GREAT VIDEO! I LOVE THAT YOU ARE FOCUSED ON TRULY TEACHING AND THIS IS NOT ABOUT HOW GREAT YOU ARE AS A DANCER OR HOW GOOD YOU LOOK. I HAVE SEEN THIS WITH SO DANCERS AND I FEEL THIS TAKES AWAY FROM THE REAL FOCUS/PURPOSE OF A BEGINNERS VIDEO. THANKS FOR WHAT YOU DO SO WELL. I WILL KEEP FOLLOWING YOUR VIDEOS. I LIVED IN GERMANY WITH MY HUSBAND IN THE USA MILITARY AS AN OFFICER...SERVING WITH THE GERMAN MILITARY. THE GERMAN ARMY ARE GREAT TO WORK WITH! I NOTED THIS AS CLEARLY THIS IS YOUR HERITAGE! AWESOME...WE HAD THREE YEARS OF MEMORIES AND A GERMAN FAMILY ADOPTED US AS THEIR OWN...WE WERE SO BLESSED...
I stumbled onto this video as I've been searching for "dance fitness" to do at home. While this isn't what I was looking for, it brought a smile to my face. This is some solid advice and a good breakdown of movement for those who are beginners and/or just don't know what to do with their bodies when the music drops. I'm sure this video has been super helpful to a lot of people!
I took dancing lessons and loved to dance as a little girl. I really wish I had kept up with lessons and have always admired the grace of professional dancers. Now at 47, for some reason I find myself dancing around more lately while listening to music. It’s so fun! My teenage son walked in on me the other day practically putting on a full-fledged, one-woman Broadway show in my bedroom. Oops! Haha….We both couldn’t stop laughing. This video has given me some tips so I at least look cooler if someone catches me again!
I have followed your lesson from A to Z.The only thing I can say is that it is well organized and beautifull.You are really a talented instructor. Thank u.
Thank you for helping us more confidently begin to dance not only for special occasions, but also for just going out and having fun. Your breakdown of basic steps and how to pull them together is so well done! I look forward to seeing more of your work.
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Mama! this is whats wrong with you MUSIC is ABOUT rythym . . you have a bit . . RYTHYM is a SOUL thing . . let go of what you think anyoone is thinking abou you and let the musiic dictate yor actions, rythym is spiritual, when you are teaching these simple moves as a shool lesson takes away from the freedom of DANCE . dance IS freedom! European dance styles are NOT naturally rythmic despite much of our bodys sytems exist on a rythym, heart and respitory, deven sleep patterns are naturally on a rythym, that telss meyour minds are preocupied with an unatural source of overly preocupation with self, that cnnot let free what our bosies do naturally, . . there was an american song i heard as a kid that said LET THE MUSIC TAKE CONTROL the beat goes round and round and up and down . . dont be so controlled, LET THE MUSIC AND THE BEAT DIRECT YOU! . Dance is SPIRITUAL, inate and its own language, let DANCE teach you its language! If more people danced the world would be amuch better place. Dance is LOVE!!!
64! 😂😂
62 😊
I'm 75 and I dance all of the time and I am good at it. There's no age limit on dancing if you're well and it's the best exercise you can do.
Absolutely! 😊
Totally Agree!😊
52 here and the same. Not sure how I feel about the title of this video that makes it seem like a 40 y/o or 50 year old dont know how to move anymore just because we are no longer 20. I personally feel its a little judgemental. Everyone I know my age still knows how to dance. I mean, its not like we're sitting in rocking chairs at 40 and 50 or that somehow after your 39th birthday you suddenly are an embarassment? What the actual f***?
@@sonjaevans3858 Right? I think this is a video for people who don't know how to dance at any age. Age has nothing to do with it. If you're a good dancer in your 20s you will still be a good dancer in your 50s.
Judgemental!!!
*Is anyone in their 40s or 50s watching?* 😊
yes
Actually I am in my late 60s
Totally
excellent video for us 40s and 50s 🙌🏽
I’m 56!
I love this video. I experienced a very traumatic event when I was in the 9th grade😂went to a dance at the high school gymnasium. A boy asked me to dance. I went on the floor and was enjoying myself but was soon encircled by a group of girls that always bullied me. They were mimicking my dancing and looking ridiculous. I was humiliated and to this day have never enjoyed dancing again. I am now 65. Thank you for giving me confidence to possibly try again❤️
Hi, Leslie! As you like to dance, you can dance my choreographies of joyful and lively Brazilian songs. All my choreographies have their own step-by-step tutorial so you can learn them. Welcome and enjoy the samba! 🥳🥳 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
I understand, Leslie! My wonderful, caring, devoted husband was a fabulous dancer but I was embarrassed to get up on the floor with him because I was self-conscious, and I've regretted it ever since that I spent my life not dancing. Let's do this..we owe it to ourselves!
I am sorry you had to go through that. Bullies are the worst; they have no reason to feel good about themselves, and are too lazy or unimaginative to improve themselves, so all they have left is putting others down. I'm glad this video gave you more confidence, and I hope you enjoy dancing again even if it's just around the living room.
That would stick with me, too. I’m 61 and still remember things like that. I hope we dance again!
Leslie, dance every day for the rest of your life and don’t worry what anyone thinks, just let yourself go with the rhythm . ❤
I’m 77 and never learned how to dance. Believing it is never to late to learn new things you are helping me finally dance. Thanks.
I’m 48. I want to be like you, dancing in my 70s🤗🤗
@@aarnold2884 just do it! you can do this at any age. You will love it and your body will thank you for it.
oh my, I'm 71 and went to so many dance classes for the east coast swing etc etc and just bombed, I actually have no rhythm. I think I can do this. I just want to have fun and not enter a contest.
You go, girl!
GOOD FOR YOU!
I'm 58 and just started dancing a few months ago. I've never liked being the center of attention, so I've always just sat out or if I did participate I'd just weave and bob. This all changed several months ago when my husband, who's a dancing machine and I, along with a group of friends and family went to a local music concert. I don't know what was different about that evening, but I took a deep breath, put my arms in the air and let my body feel the music. My husband was flabbergasted, our family and friends were so happily surprised and I felt amazingly free! It was a big life moment, which I never anticipated, but for which I'm so grateful. I am now side by side with my husband and friends enjoying each beat to its fullest. We're never too old to grow, dance and throw caution to the wind! 😉
have you just recently married? and what music did you get down to?
So fabulous to read that you were able to let go of socially conditioned insecurities, and finally embrace your dancing self!
Love it ❤
Just dance! Let your spirit be free!
Reading your comment has made me so happy! 😊❤
I am nearly 70 and my mother-in-law is in her 80s and we just had a blast watching and practicing this. So fun! Thank you for breaking dancing down to something possible and cool. I'm still in my 20's at heart.
That's awesome!😄
I've been a dancer all my 60+ years (Modern, Disco, Club, African, Street Style, etc.) and these are VERY VERY GOOD Tips!!! ANYONE can do these moves, and they are simple enough to remember. Very well explained and demonstrated. Excellent video!
Hi, Hollyrae! As you like to dance, you can dance my choreographies of joyful and lively Brazilian songs. All my choreographies have their own step-by-step tutorial so you can learn them. Welcome and enjoy the samba! 🥳🥳 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
I think it may be sad for some people and unnecessary for others but this lady took her time to make this video for those who want to learn. Some people really don't know how to move when dancing. A little respect please.
What's funny is when most people try to teach dancing, they say "listen to the beat and move to it", which is the obvious part - what's difficult is how to move. It's like if someone wanted to write a novel and you told them "start at the top of the page and put the words from left to right". :D
If people don’t know how to move in their 20s they are not going to learn in their 40s/50s.
@@ojj3340 Not true. I've never been able to dance, but this video helped me alot.
Some people don't learn by just picking it up. They need verbal explanations, like here.
First she should show respect herself with the way she titles this tutorial.
If you can't dance at this age, you also couldn't dance at a younger age. So let the title just be "trouble with dancing? Let me try help to teach you!"
Then there is respect and it's a tutorial for everyone who has trouble finding the rhythm.
Where were you 40+ years ago!? This is great! Someone finally took out the mystery and made sense of social dancing! Thank you!!
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I am 71. Two weddings this year. Darn right, I’m watching and saving your videos🤠
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I am sure that due to your experience you can dance much better than the author of this video!❤❤❤ Love from Russia ❤❤❤
I'm 58. I wear the my favorite "dance skirt" to the party (fringed skirt).
The skirt dances by itself. 😉
(Sorry for my english.)
You're too funny😂😂😂❤❤❤
С бахромой что ли?))
What's wrong with your English? I see no problem.
Perfect English!
Wonderful English...and skirt! 😊
How about in my 70th? I am in. I use to dance a lot, stop all together. Now I feel I miss it. My daughter is getting married and I don’t want to look silly on the dance floor. Keep it up, we need you. Thanks
Let’s get you dancing! 💃
We absolutely do need her, she is such an Awesome dance instructor!❤
I am in my 60s and pretty uncoordinated. I appreciate the way you are showing the moves in a way I can understand and put together. Thank you.
This is for you
I love that the algorithm picked this video for me. With that being said, she does offer good advice 😂.
I thought the same thing. They must’ve been watching me on the dance floor lol
haha yep same here, I think the algorithm has guessed my age by suggesting this but has to be said I certainly do NOT need tips on the dancefloor thats for sure UA-cam algo take note! I would say anyone that truly loves music...feels it. Dancing follows that feeling if you can allow yourself to let go and express yourself. Or you can follow tutorials, either way see you all on the dance floor, Ill be the one going wild.
I’m 34 and I don’t dance. I have been learning Contemporary Dance since last year and I have danced in our dance recitals, but I’m too shy and don’t know how to move my body in social events like weddings, so thank you so much for this video. Here you have a new subscriber from México.
After my last concert (72 age)I could hardly walk for days but dang was it a blast. Knees recovered and ready for my next one!
I know that feeling! 57years old at a Rolling Stones Concert in Perth, my friend and I couldn’t walk for days but sooo worth it. I’d forgotten what joy it was to dance until that night
Yes, I’m watching and I’m 54 years old. And I love dancing 😊
Dancing is a feeling. Nothing is embarrassing!
Tell that to all the men who are too afraid of embarrassment to try!
I agree. Inherently it comes with a feeling but those are natural dancers. Not everyone is natural so it's okay to go for instruction.
Oh yes there is. Believe me, I have been so shocked that I have stopped dancing and just stared. The men in my family only hustle, and Detroit Ballroom, and the Detroit Bop. I have seen convulsing on the dance floor😂😂.
Bad dancing without some self-humor is ranking atractiveness to the lowest point possible...
I’m now a senior but danced all the time in my youth and middle age (slow dancing, jive, swing, etc). As time went by, sadly, the opportunities to dance became less. However, grandchildren are getting married and I want to be “cool” and learn these new steps. I came upon this channel quite by accident but have to say a big “thank you”. You are a splendid teacher and make it look easy! 👍
Awesome 🙌🏻‼️
I have an oversized mirror in the corner of my dining area, it's my dance buddy... whenever I hear a radio song that catches my attention I get up and dance with my buddy 😅... without the mirror it's way less fun.
Almost 70 and you have reignited my passion in dancing - even if only in the “safety” of my kitchen, lol! Thank you for all your teachings and encouragement!
I have loved club dancing since I was 15 and always danced my heart out and for hours and hours at a time. So. Much! FUN! Now, I can't believe that I could actually be 51, and nothing about that has changed. My hubby and kids remark that I can't help but dance when I hear good music! This is good advice for beginners!
I think you could be my twin. Will, I’m 58. My hands days he always knows when I’m a bit then because there is no dancing. When I’m upbeat ( how apt), when the music starts to play I just have to move to it. If we are in a public place and a song that I like comes on I find bits of dancing leaks out of me. I just can’t help it. I was often the only one on the dance floor.
Also my twin!! Same Same! I’ll be 40 in 3 months!! I’m always dancing! Always have loved it! It gives me life: )❤ Music is my heart!
This is brilliant! Thank you. Dancers don’t realise how difficult it is for others and how stupid we feel. Thank you for your help.
After 40, I stopped caring if my dancing was "embarrassing." With age comes newfound confidence.
I’m in my early 40s, and UA-cam algorithm thinks I suck at dancing, it’s not wrong.
Didn’t know such a channel existed so thanks UA-cam.😊
I hear ya ❤
I am 69,love to dance...but look silly doing the moves I did my youth. Love your channel
Good for for you! Just enjoy yourself.
Silly to whom? Noone under 65 is watching you. You are old. Sorry, but it's true you know how invisible we are. . Do your best disco moves and enjoy yourself!
It's hard to get rid of those moves we had from the 60's and 70's. Now I do feel silly dancing at 76. So, this video helps me get my confidence back. thanks
I love your teaching style and relaxed presentation, making it easy for seniors and "non-dancers"! Thanks!
Had this just pop up on my feed…. 80’s teen girl here so yes I’m 54 and I loved dancing when I was younger. Took a bit too. I appreciate this help! 😊
Hi there, I should have seen this video 30 years ago! I am not going to any social events where we dance anymore. I still enjoyed it and it was interesting and I have learnt the 4 moves and I am grateful to you, it was really effortless. It de-mistified dance which always frightened me.
Former “professional” dancer here and this was great!
‘Treat the snare as your deadline.” What a vivid way to remember it!
Part 2 is now up on my channel 😊 ua-cam.com/video/bmOlRsANVDM/v-deo.html
Yes, the snare tip helped more than anything! Sometimes I get confused and distracted by the proper beat to follow. I’m in my mid 40s and I love your videos.
I’m 50 yrs old. Love dancing with myself in the bathroom. Love trying new things. Not a dancer 💃🏻 but absolutely LOVE dancing!! Walk-dance videos are a great workout too. Thanks for sharing
I love your videos. I am 60 and 2024 is the year I am going to learn to dance well enough I can do it well enough to do it in public! I am going to surprise my spouse on a cruise and bust out these moves ! I love how you break down the moves to simple steps. I am very graceful with my upper body, but my lower body has a mind of its own! So I end up looking disconnected and stiff when I dance. Thank you!
You remind me of my client Amy 😊 Check her out: ua-cam.com/video/IcAHG1BU9tE/v-deo.html
Dance as you feel like 😅
I'm never embarrassed! I have been dancing since I was a little girl and now I am 51 and I still have no shame!😅🎉💃
Love this im 59 i needed this got my old confidence back right away thank you❤❤
Aww so happy to hear that!
I danced all my life (not professionally) and was complimented for it. Why should I change that only because I reached a certain age? I can't help but as soon as I hear music I start to move. Even in the supermarket. 😂 Some months ago a young woman next to me at bus stop had her headphones on and danced. I asked if she minded to share her music? She didn't and it was Shakira "Whenever, whereever". That song came out when I was about her age and I loved to rock the dancefloor to it. I told her that, and she was amazed that we shared the same love. She asked me to show her some moves from back then. I did, and adopted hers, too. We had a nice little dance gathering at that bus stop. 😊
I'm in my late 60s, I love to dance all my life
Thank you for this video!
I danced very well at young age, but now when I'm almost 50 my brain usually says 'Oh, you can easily do this cool dance, you've already done it before!' and then my body says 'Oh no, not anymore!' These easy movements are just great to start with.
Oh I love to dance. I literally will go in my room turn on the music and have my own dance party. My husband I used to go all the time dancing but he is pancreatic cancer so we’re putting it on hold for a while dancing makes everything feel good. Thank you for your tutorials. Awesome
Im 66 and dance like no one watches me. I just don't care 😂
I agree, it's all about FUN!!
Exactly!!!
That is the way it should be! Congratulations 🎉!
You make others feel confident!
All people are here is kind and caring, that’s lovely, sweet and supportive ❤
im 45...and for all whom saying ( age doesn't matter) it does matter specially in some events where i don't know most of the guests. so thanks for this video 👏🏽
that's a good point, sometimes we don't want to overdo it 😊
What does not knowing the guests have to do with age? If you think age matters when it comes to moving your body and feeling good, that’s your limitation. Please don’t project that on to everyone else.
@@CikisHelyzet RELAX 😄
I love dancing. I'm 59 and still move like I did in my 20's. Dancing can be therapy, exercise and Fun all rolled into 1.🎉🎉
Yes I’m 62 and watching. Didn’t know there was a right or wrong way to dance. Mmmmm
I agree! i love dancing, and if anyone wants to think I look "embarrassing", tough! I am 75, so I can dance as I like! Life is short: stop worrying what others may think, and just go with the beat. Any young folk who might find you "funny", will also one day be 75 - if they are lucky enough!
If the dancing is at least funny and he or she nows that but still dances, than have no fears, it is good for the group atmosfeer! But seeining people dancing al stiff and not moving to the rithem that's almost painfull to watch...
10:16 - I didn't know that simple and subtle movements like these could produce such a visually beautiful and even sensual effect. Thank you very much for teaching so well.
You're very welcome! 😊
I’m 68, and watching. Love to dance!😊😊
What a kind thing to do for people. So easy . I have always danced but this is so helpful for those who have not had the confidence to.
Lol,Dance how you feel,like no ones watching,feel the music,move to it with joy...dont be enbarrased..... thise whom judge are probebly just wishing they had the guts ti do the same 😊just relax and be yourself. That being said,no harm in learning new moves to bust a move😂 am well over 50,there are admittedly times when I can pay fir it later,but it makes me feel good,so worth it.thanks😊
I turned 63 today 4-20 and I am watching this because your never too old to learn
Girlfriend, you’re not old yet. Keep yourself moving…and don’t forget to stretch
Yes, I am 67 and my man is 68. We love to dance. I'm having some tightness in my legs so I am trying to tone it down a little. I love the hip dip - learned it in the late sixties so I do a double bump out.
This is excellent, thank you! You did the impossible, you actually taught me to dance. Now I gotta practice up before the wedding.
60 and watching! Love it!
I'm almost 42 and I hip hop dance and possibly can be a pro but mabey , also learning locking.
Im in my 50's. Everyone thinks I'm a Zumba instructor and although ive contemplated taking the course, I feel anyone has rhythm, you just have to feel it in your heart ❤️
That's not true. Rhythm is inherited. Science has proven there are 62 genes responsible for the human sense of rhythm. The more of them you, have the more rhythmic you are. I am a Dance Instructor and I assure you, some people are rhythm deaf.
72 and I love to dance. I’ve never been able to slow dance… I’m a Leo and always wanted to lead! 🤣 Couldn’t master the Mashed Potato or The Frug either, but “get back Loretta” and watch me Twist! On fire! Lol. You’re amazingly talented and a gifted teacher. Thank you!!
I’m 56yo, and I dance like I’m still in my 20’s!! Slow & Sultry. Flat out SEXY. Disco moves. Pop moves. Rock moves. Hip-Hop. Country……I dance to the genre and ENERGY, of the music, to a specific guy, before “moving on” to another, 🤭 and will even “mix things up” for more “fun & flair!! I don’t give a crap what other’s think!! 🤣 My husband LOVES TO WATCH ME DANCE!!!! (I’ve been told he can’t keep his “eyes off of me”.) I’m ALWAYS ASKED IF I’M A “DANCER”!! NOBODY BELIEVES I’M SELF-TAUGHT!!!! 😈 LOVE your tutorials!!!! I learn new things EVERY TIME!! Love to you, Monika!!!! ✌🏻❤️
LOVE THAT! 👏
Oh please. Post a video and show how it’s done.
Well yes girl I’m 56 too also don’t give a shit and will dance anywhere with anyone. I love it. It’s so liberating when you quit caring and just do it.
@@cherylthommo1 I don’t CARE what you think; as stated in my comment. ✌🏻🙏🏻❤️
I'm 53 and so happy I don't have to learn this, I just dance ❤❤❤ but good for all the people who learn
Yes!!! Thank you for the tutorials... I am a 52-year-old woman and do not know how to dance but have always wanted to. I am athletic and have the build for it and will begin my journey of dance with your assistance thank you!
I’m 70 and it’s doable at home, don’t think I’ll be on the dance floor anytime soon. Thanks😊
I’m 60 -I have ME/CFS Chronic fatigue Syndrome - no energy- and a stroke -these easy moves I could do sometimes- great - thank you!
Ms. Monika is so graceful and classy.
I am 54 and love dancing!!
I don’t get off the dance floor.. when I got married I danced from the opening dance to the very last dance without stopping!! 😅 people still talk about it today. I got married in 1996. I also don’t mind dancing on my own at all..
but my teenage kids have made me so self conscious over the years 😢 and I have kinda lost my mojo
So I really needed this video!
Thank you 🙏🏼
I’m 63, do Yoga regularly but have bad knees. These moves are great! 💃. Esp since some weddings are coming up with dancing. Thx ☺️
I’m 46 and hadn’t been to a dancing event in a long time. A young friend invited me to her graduation party in DTLA. This was helpful for me.
I looooved this video! Thank you. Yes, I'd like to see more like this. Could you use some 80s music in one? Thanks!
My mum is 90. She dances at every event where there’s dancing. She moves her feet and hips already but I might show this to her as well. Great exercise too!
I was a professional dancer for years and this woman is spot in with her subdued, simple moves that are really what modern dancing is about. Sticking to her basics and elaborating on them when you feel more confident is The best way I know to look cool and sexy without being ostentatious and looking show offy. Always look relaxed and casual.
Been a natural dancer for many years. Love dancing and this is really informative for those who aren’t and want to improve.
Yes 50 and watching ❤
I’m in my sixties and dance every day, however I want to dance! It’s the best feeling ever releasing all those endorphins and keeping you physically fit as well
Love it. Simple enough for everyone.
Dance however you like and be happy
This is so good! Thank you! 64 years.
I’m so glad to have found this! I’m 66 and have never really danced, but I want to find the courage to do it. I’m guilty of being the person who is dragged out onto the dance floor and then just froze! I know that I looked ridiculous. I’ve looked at other “how to dance for beginners” videos, and the moves that the dancers made were completely out of the realm of what I could do-like moves for fit young people. This is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you!
Oh, a great video😍. I am 60years old and for me it was very helpful, now i know how to dance without shame.😅
Anytime 😊 more videos like this to come
60s. I love dancing, one of the most effective exercises. Dancing makes me happy!
I don’t care what people think about my way dancing
I do what i feel
54. Always danced. I attend a lot of events. Here to add on to I what I already do. Your movement tips help me when it gets too crowed on the dance floor or the venue doesn’t have a large enough dance space. The 40 something usually are dancing with a drink in their hand, some careless to others space or are group dancing, some free hippie dancing (popular here in Northern California). Keep up the great videos…I’m watching and working those moves! Thanks
Don't understand why I have to follow steps according to my age😂. I flow and listen the music and will dance the way I like.
I am 52 and dancing every day 5am. I love k pop mirrored dancing. I am not interested in showing my dance to anyone but it is so addictive and can't live without it.
77 here...still love to dance!👏👏
Yes . 53 and these moves are perfect for basic dancing that even I could master.
A very good tutorial for diplomats
A GREAT VIDEO! I LOVE THAT YOU ARE FOCUSED ON TRULY TEACHING AND THIS IS NOT ABOUT HOW GREAT YOU ARE AS A DANCER OR HOW GOOD YOU LOOK. I HAVE SEEN THIS WITH SO DANCERS AND I FEEL THIS TAKES AWAY FROM THE REAL FOCUS/PURPOSE OF A BEGINNERS VIDEO. THANKS FOR WHAT YOU DO SO WELL. I WILL KEEP FOLLOWING YOUR VIDEOS.
I LIVED IN GERMANY WITH MY HUSBAND IN THE USA MILITARY AS AN OFFICER...SERVING WITH THE GERMAN MILITARY. THE GERMAN ARMY ARE GREAT TO WORK WITH! I NOTED THIS AS CLEARLY THIS IS YOUR HERITAGE! AWESOME...WE HAD THREE YEARS OF MEMORIES AND A GERMAN FAMILY ADOPTED US AS THEIR OWN...WE WERE SO BLESSED...
I am 70 and I love dancing!
Amazing!!! Thank you so much for sharing this video. So easy and practical.
I’m watching! And will follow this advice on the dance floor
I stumbled onto this video as I've been searching for "dance fitness" to do at home. While this isn't what I was looking for, it brought a smile to my face.
This is some solid advice and a good breakdown of movement for those who are beginners and/or just don't know what to do with their bodies when the music drops. I'm sure this video has been super helpful to a lot of people!
My girl wants to learn to dance. Thank you this is perfect 🥰
I took dancing lessons and loved to dance as a little girl. I really wish I had kept up with lessons and have always admired the grace of professional dancers. Now at 47, for some reason I find myself dancing around more lately while listening to music. It’s so fun! My teenage son walked in on me the other day practically putting on a full-fledged, one-woman Broadway show in my bedroom. Oops! Haha….We both couldn’t stop laughing. This video has given me some tips so I at least look cooler if someone catches me again!
Pleas more videos for 40 and up moms, thank you! :-)
Will do! 😊
thank you - I am in my 60's and love these moves - I have been practicing and it really helps!
Awesome! I’m glad you’re finding it helpful - Keep practicing! 😄
Yes in my early 60's
I have followed your lesson from A to Z.The only thing I can say is that it is well organized and beautifull.You are really a talented instructor. Thank u.
Thank you for this video! ❤
Thank you for helping us more confidently begin to dance not only for special occasions, but also for just going out and having fun. Your breakdown of basic steps and how to pull them together is so well done! I look forward to seeing more of your work.
Thank you for this!!!!!
You're so welcome!
My sister tried to make me feel like I wasn’t dancing right but now I feel better. Thnx
Yes. 40 and watching 😊
Yes. I’m 56. Haven’t danced in years!!
Too good for words.
😁😁