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How to Learn to Break-Dance at Home

Break-dancing is a unique style of dance that is typically inspired by and performed with hip-hop music. Most of the movements are dynamic and require a high level of balance, agility and ability to control momentum. Many moves are performed on the ground, and some require considerable strength. Mastering break-dancing takes a lot of time, training and dedication, but getting started is easy, and with consistent practice, you'll progress. Most break-dancers learn from each other rather than in formal lessons, so learning to break-dance at home is feasible.

Instructions

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      Select an instructional series on how to break-dance from the Internet. Some free options are listed under Resources. Everyone learns differently, so browse through a couple of different tutorials to see what you prefer.

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      Purchase an instructional break-dancing series if you desire.

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      Warm up for 5 to 10 minutes before beginning your practice. To warm up, you can do jumping jacks, jump rope, jog or do any other activity to generate body heat.

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      Stretch out thoroughly before attempting any break-dancing moves. You should particularly stretch out your wrists, since they tend to receive a lot of stress. Stretching should take at least 20 minutes.

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      Practice the most challenging moves that you are are learning first while you are as fresh as possible.

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      Practice the basic movements, such as the stab, as consistently as possible to build a solid break-dancing foundation.

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      Learn progressively more difficult break-dancing moves in the series, and pay careful attention to your body. Select moves that will stretch your abilities but are not beyond your capability.

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      Stretch out after completing your practice.

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